GALATIANS 2:10
"All they asked was that we should continue to remember the poor, the very thing I had been eager to do all along."
THE STORY
In May 2024, AC had the privilege of travelling to Malawi for a filming project. During filming, the team visited the Dzaleka refugee camp, where they unexpectedly met a group of Christian young men passionate about making a difference in their community by providing employment opportunities for camp residents—individuals who might otherwise have no means of providing for their families or envisioning a future outside the camp. Led by team leader Mike Mankenda, this group founded an online platform called Phainky Tech.
Phainky is a forward-thinking tech startup and social enterprise founded in 2019 in Malawi. The organization’s journey began with a vision to use technology as a tool for social good. Since then, they have been dedicated to making a meaningful impact. Guided by Christian values of compassion, integrity, and stewardship, Phainky works tirelessly to address societal challenges, empower individuals, and foster sustainable development.
THE CHALLENGE
AC saw an incredible opportunity in the work of Mike and his team. Despite their challenging circumstances, they demonstrated how to serve the Lord by serving people with whatever resources they had—in this case, online technology. However, their work has not been without challenges, the most pressing need being the need for a reliable internet connection. Since their entire operation depends on stable Wi-Fi, any disruption in connectivity directly impacts job opportunities and, consequently, hope for the future. It became clear that their current hardware needed an upgrade to grow their capacity and sustain their mission.
STARLINK
This is where AC’s Starlink Project comes in. Inspired by the call to live out Galatians 2:10, the project aims to purchase and install a satellite internet system called Starlink for Phainky Tech. Starlink, developed by SpaceX, is an innovative internet service that uses satellites in low Earth orbit to provide fast, reliable internet, even in remote areas where traditional services like fibre or cable are unavailable. However, the cost of providing this Wi-Fi access for two years will cost approximately 3,000 CAD.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
AC has the opportunity to help make this vision a reality, but it doesn’t stop there! You can join us in this venture. When you purchase a sweater or T-shirt, 100% of the proceeds will go toward purchasing the necessary hardware and covering Phainky’s Wi-Fi subscription for two years.
Partnering with AC allows your generosity to extend into the hearts and lives of those who need the gentle reminder that we serve a God who is not bound by borders but is actively working through His church. By using technology, we can reach even the most challenging places with His love and hope.
Thank you for joining us in this mission to empower communities and live out the gospel in practical and transformative ways.