ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the emergence of Pentecostal-Charismatic movements in Africa in the 20th and early 21st century and the impact this has had on African Christianity more generally. It unravels the complex history of these movements, distinguishing between several main categories: prophet-healing (or indigenous Pentecostal) churches, classical Pentecostal churches, charismatic movements in the mainline churches and neo-Pentecostal churches. Focusing in particular on the latter, which is the most prominent category today, the chapter discusses two key aspects: the teaching of the prosperity gospel, and the emphasis on healing, deliverance and spiritual warfare. This is illustrated with the case of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries. The final section examines the intersections of Pentecostalism, politics and public culture in Africa, discussing the case of Prophet David Owuor who plays a significant socio-political role in Kenya.
