Obed Tshilomboji Muyumbe
4 min readApr 9, 2024
Chekinah Olivier

ONE MAN, MULTIPLE HATS, SERVING GOD AND SERVING HUMANITY

Chekinah Olivier (Born December 5, 1971) is well-known for his uncompromising commitment to faith[OT1] , entrepreneurship[OT2] as well as transformative leadership. Olivier, whose life journey started in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, [OT3] is personified by a resolute dedication to serving God [OT4] and humanity. His exceptional influence is displayed in multiple fields, including his work as a Pastor, visionary entrepreneur, and author[OT5] .

Through his public speaking in conferences, his literary works, creative endeavors and inspirational insights, Chekinah Olivier continues to encourage people all across the world to embrace faith[OT6] , find meaning to their lives, build their dreams and make significant contributions to society.

1. Early Life

Chekinah Olivier was born on a certain Sunday December 5, 1971.

Raised in a peaceful family environment, Olivier’s childhood was marked by love, faith[OT7] , and a strong sense of community. His parents instilled in him values of compassion, integrity, and perseverance, laying the foundation for a future visionary.

From an early age, Chekinah Olivier was introduced to faith [OT8] in God, which would become the cornerstone of his life and works.

Growing up in a modest community oriented family, he learned early in life, great values of survival and support for others.

2. Education

Pursuing the Knowledge and driven by his unwavering thirst and desire to deepen his understanding of divine principles, Chekinah Olivier pursued his education in theology to perfect his knowledge and equip himself with necessary leadership skills to continue impacting as many lives as possible.

His academic journey was marked by dedication and fast learning skills!

He successfully obtained a degree in theology, followed by a master’s in clinical counseling, and ultimately earned a doctorate in philosophy in clinical Christian counseling. His academic achievements not only credentials to what he has been already doing since his tender young age, but also empowered him to provide compassionate support and guidance to others.

3. Publications as A man of faith

Spirituality groomed in the evangelical movement during the spiritual awakening in the late 80s, Chekinah Olivier started spreading the good word at school and in the streets, convincing most of his friends to embrace faith in Christ.

He later completed the school of Ministries and was ordained Pastor in 1992 in Kinshasa DRC.

Since then, he has travelled in more than 30 countries conducting conferences, seminars teaching, encouraging and equipping people.

He has planted or helped plant a few church communities, and raised hundreds of leaders in all walks of life, in places including Canada, UK, USA, and DRC.

He has founded an evangelistic organization named, “Gospel No Limits” ministries (GNL), headquartered in Toronto, Canada to help plan and organize his public speaking’s in different parts of the world.

Chekinah Olivier has authored inspirational books, sharing some uncommon captivating perspectives. “La face cachée de la foi” [OT9] and “Garde ton cœur.” These works delve into themes of faith, spirituality, and personal growth, offering readers valuable insights to navigating through life’s challenges with grace and resilience. While primarily written in French, Olivier’s books have resonated with audiences worldwide.

4. The business man

From a young age, Chekinah Olivier displayed an entrepreneurial spirit and a keen eye for opportunities.

His early ventures included selling fruits from his parents’ backyard and later venturing into artisanal bakeries, lamp oil sales in regions where electricity was scarce and small scale artisanal minings.

Chekinah Olivier’s entrepreneurial journey has been characterized by diversity and innovation.

He travelled back and forth in his early 20s for business transactions between Asia and Africa, in the fashion industry, long before the majority of people open eyes on the then lucrative sector,

Olivier has demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt to changing market landscapes and identify emerging opportunities.

Today his ventures span multiple sectors, including consulting, construction, logistics, and telecommunications, each reflecting his visionary leadership and commitment to economic development and empowerment of others.

He is the Chairman of a group of companies spread in different countries, which he has founded or cofounded, including: OL Consult [OT10] Inc, OL Mining Inc, OL PLUS SARL, OLC Project Management, OLC Commercial Broker, OLC Trading, DECIMEX, R&C Motors Inc.

When asked about his secret, Chekinah Olivier believes in the values of trusting in God, working hard, and doing good to others! with this even sky is not the limit.

[OT1]https://en.eglise.shop/book-author/chekinah-olivier/

[OT2]https://www.afrik-news.com/drc-chekinah-olivier-africa-must-empower-itself-for-growth

[OT3]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo

[OT4]https://www.centrale-biblique.com/307-foi

[OT5]https://en.eglise.shop/product-category/priere-et-saint-esprit/page/17/

[OT6]https://www.canadacompanyregistry.com/companies/christ-first-centre-of-canada/

[OT7]https://cseccs.mediatheques.fr/album/3227767

[OT8]https://cseccs.mediatheques.fr/album/3227767

[OT9]https://cseccs.mediatheques.fr/album/3227767

[OT10]https://www.afrik.com/rdc-chekinah-olivier-l-afrique-doit-se-donner-les-moyens-de-la-croissance-economique