Dr. Brian De Deus Mgabazi: A Biography of a Global Leader, Author, and Entrepreneur
Written By: Oudney Patsika the Chief Editor at Sona Headlines & Marketing Officer at Sona Solar Zimbabwe
Dr. Brian De Deus Mgabazi is a distinguished Zimbabwean bishop, pastor, businessman, author, and international speaker. He is the founder and Presiding Bishop of Covenant Life Ministries International, a vibrant ministry with 13 branches across Zimbabwe and South Africa, where he and his wife, Blessing Mgabazi, serve as Senior Pastors. He also leads the Apostolic Bishops Network (ABN), an association of pastors and churches that runs a Pastoral Training Program under the ABN Bible Institute.
A prolific author of fifteen published books, Dr. Mgabazi is also a successful entrepreneur at the helm of Gannix Holdings, a diversified business enterprise. Academically, he holds a Doctorate in Divinity and a Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Christian Counselling. His influence continues to shape lives across Southern Africa and beyond, driven by a profound passion for leadership, empowerment, and global advocacy.
A Ministry Built on Covenant and Vision
Having preached the gospel since 1989, Dr. Brian Mgabazi and his wife, Blessing, founded Covenant Life Ministries International in 2008. Together, they serve as the Senior Pastors of Grace Tabernacle in Harare. The ministry has grown into a dynamic international network with 13 branches across Zimbabwe and South Africa, alongside assemblies in Botswana and Mozambique. The broader ministry also incorporates: Heal Africa Trust (a Medical Outreach Program), Covenant Life Theological College / Bible Institute and Brian Mgabazi Apostolic Network.
Dr. Mgabazi's impactful ministry is underpinned by a robust academic foundation. He holds a prestigious Doctorate in Divinity and a Bachelor's degree in Counselling. His unwavering commitment to personal and spiritual development is further demonstrated by his current pursuit of a Master's in Christian Counselling.
A Multifaceted Leader
Dr. Mgabazi is a well-traveled international conference speaker, renowned for his expert teachings on Kingdom Strategies, Leadership Empowerment, Kingdom Order, and Kingdom Structures. He is also a prolific author, having published fifteen books to date, including the impactful titles "And My Prayers Were Answered" and "Prophets and the Prophetic."
Beyond his extensive ministry, Dr. Mgabazi is a sharp entrepreneur, serving as the CEO of Gannix Holdings Pvt Ltd, a diversified business enterprise. He is also the founder and president of the Apostolic Bishops Network (ABN), an influential association he established for apostles, bishops, and church founders, which runs a dedicated Pastoral Training Program under the ABN Bible Institute.
A Voice for Justice on the Global Stage
In 2024, Dr. Mgabazi took a bold stand on the international stage by hosting a Pastors’ Conference in Harare to express solidarity with the people of Palestine. Addressing delegates and the Palestinian Ambassador, he spoke out against injustice and media misinformation, declaring, "If there is no justice, there is no safety. If there is no safety, there is no freedom of worship."
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Brian De Deus Mgabazi is a prominent Zimbabwean bishop, pastor, author, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and Presiding Bishop of Covenant Life Ministries International and serves as the President of the Apostolic Bishops Network (ABN), a dynamic association of pastors and churches dedicated to training, empowering, and equipping ministers through the ABN Bible Institute.
Together with his wife, Blessing Mgabazi, he serves as Senior Pastor of Covenant Life Church, which has grown to 13 branches across Zimbabwe and South Africa. A prolific author with fifteen published books, Dr. Mgabazi is also a successful businessman and the head of Gannix Holdings, a diversified business enterprise.
Academically accomplished, he holds a Doctorate in Divinity and a Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Christian Counselling. Dr. Mgabazi continues to impact lives across Africa through his leadership, mentorship, and dedication to advancing the gospel and empowering Christian leaders.
He holds a Doctorate in Divinity and a Bachelor's degree in Counselling. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Christian Counselling.
He has authored and published fifteen books, including titles on prayer and the prophetic ministry.
The Apostolic Bishops Network (ABN) is a vibrant religious organization and network of apostolic bishops founded and led by Dr. Brian De Deus Mgabazi, based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Unlike a single church, the ABN brings together like-minded bishops, pastors, and church founders to strengthen the Body of Christ and equip ministers across Zimbabwe and Southern Africa.
Its mission is to establish a doctrinally sound church through the training, empowerment, and ordination of pastors and leaders. The ABN Bible Institute serves as the network’s educational arm, offering theological training and ministry courses for pastors, church administrators, and youth and children’s ministry leaders to enhance their effectiveness in ministry. The network also prioritizes the welfare of its members through housing and financial support initiatives, including a 2023 housing scheme for pastors launched in partnership with Fidelity Life Insurance.
Additionally, ABN regularly hosts workshops, leadership conferences, and ordination ceremonies in key regions such as Chitungwiza and Manicaland, continuing its mission to empower and equip church leaders for impactful ministry.
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