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Adventist World News
Stories of faith, service, education, and community from the global Seventh-day Adventist family.
Roundup checked November 1, 2026. Dates below are source publication dates; events described may have occurred earlier.
Europe · Ukraine · October 31, 2026
Protecting a broadcast ministry in Ukraine
ANN reports that Hope Media Ukraine relocated broadcast servers after strikes near its Kyiv studio. Technical support and offsite backups are helping safeguard original programming and keep the ministry connected with viewers.
Source: ANN / Hope Channel International · Jeanne Damasio
South America · Brazil · October 31, 2026
Volunteer teachers widen access to university preparation
Adventist Solidarity Action is organizing free university entrance exam preparation in 250 locations across Brazil. Volunteer teachers help students review coursework and understand the exam, including adults returning to education.
Source: ANN / South American Division · Amanda Januário
Africa · Zimbabwe · October 30, 2026
Church partnership provides care for people with albinism
Mt. Pleasant Adventist Church and medical partners hosted a free care camp in Harare on August 29. The October report says 84 people received surgical or dermatological services, supported by medical students and local Pathfinders.
Source: ANN / Southern Africa-Indian Ocean Division · Micaiah Chibaya
Pacific · Solomon Islands · October 30, 2026
New school facilities support health and disaster readiness
Talakali Adventist Primary School received new sanitation facilities on October 14, including accessible access and separate student facilities. The project also strengthens the school’s role as a community evacuation center.
Source: ANN / Adventist Record · South Pacific Division
Asia · Indonesia · October 29, 2026
Jakarta congregation marks a long-awaited opening
An Adventist congregation in Cililitan, East Jakarta, celebrated its inauguration on October 25. ANN’s report describes licensing barriers that had delayed construction for more than 25 years.
Source: ANN / Hope Channel Indonesia
Central America · Panama · October 27, 2026
Adventists coordinate earthquake relief in Panama
The Panama Union Mission, ADRA Panama, and local church fields are coordinating volunteers and collection centers for earthquake-affected communities. The response includes food, drinking water, hygiene supplies, clothing, and support for families facing damaged homes.
Source: ANN / Inter-American Division · Johana Garcia
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