Cosmas Mutowa, 62, of Roodepoort Gauteng, South Africa, passed away 10 April 2026. He was the strategy coordinator of the Africa South East Field, and served as a missionary on global assignment since 2007.

Born 28 June 1963 in Zimbabwe, Cosmas recognized God’s call to serve in ministry at the age of 19.

He then moved to Swaziland, where he began his theological education. He earned a Bachelor of Theology degree offered through Canadian Nazarene College (now Ambrose). He graduated in 1988 and returned home to Zimbabwe to minister. He was ordained in 1990 and joined the faculty at the Nazarene Bible College, also serving as the college treasurer.

In 1993, Mutowa was appointed vice principal of the Bible college, serving in that role until he left to pursue his master’s degree at Africa Nazarene University in Kenya. He earned a Master of Arts in Religion in 1999.

He would go on to further receive a second master’s degree in Compassionate Ministry and Humanitarian/Development Practices from Nazarene Theological College, Manchester.

Since 2008, Mutowa served as the Africa Region coordinator of Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, and as the executive director for Helping Hands Africa. He was appointed FSC of the Africa South East Field in 2024.

His ministry impacted many over the years. A Facebook post from the Church of the Nazarene Africa Region garnered nearly 500 comments, many filled with stories of Cosmas.

“He was a true partner in ministry,” wrote Mario Martinez. “A kind-hearted man who left a lasting impression on those of us who had the privilege of walking alongside him. His life was sincere testament to his love for God and for others.”

Cosmas is survived by his wife, Andronica Mutowa, and his children, Nomsa, Daniel and Panashe.

A memorial service was held in his honor last week. To view the service, click here.