Copperbelt School of Biblical Studies
The Copperbelt School of Biblical Studies is situated in Ndola, Zambia.
Ndola, the third-largest city in Zambia, has a population of over 600,000 people. Ndola is
located in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. The Copperbelt name refers to the region of land
spanning across northern Zambia and southern Democratic Republic of the Congo, which is known
for its copper mines. With the school taking the same name, we aim to serve not only Zambia but
also students in the surrounding countries.
The campus of the Copperbelt School of biblical studies has three main buildings. One building
contains the classroom, office, and guesthouse. Another building contains the dining room,
kitchen, and dorm rooms. A fully staffed and equipped kitchen provides the daily meals for the
students. One office provides adequate working space for the instructors to work.
The classroom is equipped with high quality desks and chairs to provide a proper space for each
student to learn. The Classroom can accomodate over 16 men for training.
In 2022, our long-time friend and supporter of our global mission, Brother Scott Richard, approached
us with an exciting proposal. He expressed his desire to fund a new preacher training school in
Africa, covering both its initial setup and ongoing monthly expenses. Inspired by this opportunity,
we began exploring potential locations for this new institution. Initially, Tanzania was at the
forefront of our considerations, and it remains a strong candidate for future expansion. However,
due to a shortage of available teachers, we decided to postpone establishing a school there.
Our focus then shifted to Northern Zambia, a strategic choice given its size and the fact that it
borders seven other African nations. Zambia also boasted a rich pool of graduates who could serve as
faculty for the new school. Additionally, having an existing registration in Zambia significantly
streamlined the process. With all these factors in mind, we embarked on the journey to establish the
Copperbelt School of Biblical Studies in Ndola.
After a year of diligent preparation, we proudly commenced our first classes in February 2024. The
blessings on our new endeavor in Ndola have been evident, and we look forward to many fruitful years
of training Gospel preachers for the cause of Christ.
Costain Muchindu, instructor, was born in 1971.
He became a Christian in 1987. He married in 1998 and has seven children.
He graduated from the Zambia School of Biblical Studies in 2011. He preached for the
Siangina Church of Christ from 2001 until recently. The congregation has over 200 members.
Before joining CBSOBS, he carried out all of his work without outside or church support.
He has shown that he can work faithfully and independently in teaching and training men to preach.
Ziko Mulenga, instructor, was born in 1973.
He became a Christian in 1998. He married in 1997, and he and his wife have two children.
He graduated from the Zambia School of Biblical Studies in 2001. He preached in Kasama, Zambia,
from 2001 to 2004. From 2004 to 2023 he worked with three different congregations.
He has carried out all of his preaching work without receiving outside or church support.
He has shown steady dedication to his work.
Michelo Siandwa, instructor, was born in 1982.
He became a Christian in 1997. He married in 2006, and he and his wife have five children.
He graduated from the Zambia School of Biblical Studies in 2020. Before joining GSOBS,
he preached for three years at the Kazungula Church of Christ.
He has done all of his work without outside or church support. He is committed to teaching
the gospel and working faithfully in his role.
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