South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
With the 80th anniversary of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s martyrdom on April 9th, the fresh challenge to Christian faith posed by a new movie on the great man continues unabated. I have now been alerted to a paper1 about the German theologian who stood up to the Nazis, written in 2021, that […]
By Craig Bailie The need has never been more pressing for Africa’s citizens, families, communities, governments, and other organisations at national and regional levels to defend and advance freedom of religion or belief (commonly known as FORB). FORB is defined as follows in Article 18 of the UN Universal Declaration of […]
Q: My wife and I generally get along great, but I’m surprised how much we argue about little chores around the house. Is this normal? Graeme: When couples are asked about stress points in marriage, things like kids and finances usually come up first. But studies show that household chores […]
Originally published in Christian Today The first complete version of the Bible in Chinese has sold at auction for over £56,000 (R1 317 136) after being given to an Oxfam store in Essex. The Chinese edition Bible was translated by John Lassar and Joshua Marsham and published as a series […]
Praise South Africa is the name of an event with a difference that is taking place on Friday April 11 at Moreleta Campus, Pretoria On stage will be a line-up of prominent South African artists from diverse cultural backgrounds – among them Dr Tumi, Khaya Mthethwa, Retief Burger, Refentse, Karlien […]
After a decade-long hiatus, one of South Africa’s most successful and beloved Christian contemporary rock bands, Tree63, is making a triumphant return. With founding vocalist and songwriter John Ellis at the helm and a renewed sense of purpose, the band — known for its global success, seven studio albums, and […]
A column in which Marzanne Slabbert explores the enigmatic fusion of faith and art in South Africa. Join her on an artistic journey and explore the many ways in which God is using the visual arts! In the heart of the picturesque Eastern Free State, in Clarens, resides talented artist Loezytha […]
Originally published in The Christian Post Campaigners supporting improved palliative care have voiced their sadness after the Isle of Man parliament approved a draft bill to legalise assisted suicide. Members of the parliament’s upper chamber passed the Assisted Dying Bill 2023 on Tuesday and it will now be put forward […]
Originally published in Worthy News A young Christian worker is in critical condition after he was reportedly attacked at his factory in Pakistan’s Punjab province for alleged “blasphemy against Islam.” Waqas Masih, 22, was still in hospital Monday after a Muslim colleague at the Subhan Allah Paper Mills in the […]
Originally published in CBN A Christian teacher in the UK has been found guilty of “‘unacceptable professional conduct” by a high court for telling students about her biblical beliefs on gender and sexuality, all while teaching at a Christian school. Glawdys Leger was a Modern foreign languages teacher for 12 […]
Originally published in My Christian Daily US heavyweight boxing legend George Foreman has died at the age of 76, and his life was one marked by unwavering faith. George Foreman is a name synonymous with power, resilience and success, both inside and outside the boxing ring. Born on January 10 […]
“Are you ready to stand in the gap and bring transformation to your city?” says Janet Bran-Hollis in this episode of Transforming A Nation podcast. View the podcast to learn how to approach the Court of Heaven on behalf of your city and experience the power of Identificational Repentance — […]
In today’s episode of the Transforming A Nation podcast, Janet Brann-Hollis speaks about money, a subject Jesus spoke much about. Timothy warned about the love of money and error.. what are the signs of us loving mammon more than God..? Each week we publish the latest episode of the podcast […]
“Who called Jeremiah to the prophetic office & function? We are experiencing the rise of the true and the false prophets, Understanding the basic foundational requirements of the office will protect us from the false!” So, says Janet Brann-Hollis in this episode of the Transforming A Nation podcast. Each week we publish […]
In this video, Freedom of Religion SA (FOR SA) executive director Michael Swain and FOR SA attorney Liesl Pretorius delve deeper into why FOR SA believes that the controversial bill is a thinly veiled threat to religious freedom. Last week Gateway News published an article by FOR SA explaining the […]
US missionary pilot Ryan Koher, 33 who was provisionally released from prison in Mozambique last week, together with two South Africans, WJ du Plessis, 77, and Eric Dry, 65, has shared a video in which he thanks Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) co-workers and others who have prayed for him and […]
Africa Christian Action produced the video below to capture their recent 2023 March for Life to Parliament and prayer vigil and repentance service outside the gates of Parliament. They have held these events every year on the anniversary of the legislation of abortion on demand in South Africa on February […]
It is a sobering thought but each of us has a finite amount of time to live. I like how the Word of God puts it: “So, teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) When we understand how short our lives […]
Dr Michael Cassidy founder of African Enterprise reflects on the Awakening South Africa National Day of Prayer and Repentance last Saturday It was a very great joy and privilege to have been invited by Rachel Kalidass to give the keynote address at the Awakening South Africa, National Day of Prayer […]
Apostle Sebita Chipson Mzemba is the fiery leader of a growing, Malawi Christian women’s movement that is winning souls for Jesus, making committed disciples and practically supporting widows and orphans. Her ministry to women was birthed on a day in prison when she least expected it. The oldest child of […]
Originally published in The Christian Post Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern (ICC), has spent more than two decades fighting for religious freedom. But as ICC’s 2025 Global Persecution Index reveals, the crisis is worsening. “The main killing ground for Christians isn’t North Korea — it’s Nigeria,” the Last […]
“Are you ready to stand in the gap and bring transformation to your city?” says Janet Bran-Hollis in this episode of Transforming A Nation podcast. View the podcast to learn how to approach the Court of Heaven on behalf of your city and experience the power of Identificational Repentance — […]
Originally published in The Christian Post Campaigners supporting improved palliative care have voiced their sadness after the Isle of Man parliament approved a draft bill to legalise assisted suicide. Members of the parliament’s upper chamber passed the Assisted Dying Bill 2023 on Tuesday and it will now be put forward […]
Originally published in CBN News Millions in Sudan have been torn from their homes by war. Fleeing violence and loss, many families seek refuge in neighbouring Chad, where Christian aid groups like World Vision are providing critical support. Our gruelling journey into one of the world’s harshest deserts involved five […]
Originally published in Worthy News A young Christian worker is in critical condition after he was reportedly attacked at his factory in Pakistan’s Punjab province for alleged “blasphemy against Islam.” Waqas Masih, 22, was still in hospital Monday after a Muslim colleague at the Subhan Allah Paper Mills in the […]
Originally published in Christian Daily International At least 19 Christians were arrested in Sudan’s city of Madani on various occasions in January and February, area sources said. Seven Christians were arrested by security personnel associated with the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) on January 21 as the group traveled from Barakat […]
In this podcast interview with Ethan Black of Kingfisher FM, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality building inspector Kevin Benade shares on a recent experience of how prayer and God’s hand of protection work together in perilous situations. His story begins as he prays in agreement with a Kingfisher FM presenter through […]
