Originally published in Fox News Israel is pulling the plug on a new GOD TV channel for failing to disclose its evangelical missionary agenda, local regulators announced Sunday. The Hebrew-speaking “Shelanu” channel, which began airing at the end of April on GOD TV as part of a seven-year deal, will […]
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UK report on Nigeria calls for urgent action on Islamist persecution of Christians
Originally published in Church Times The rise of Islamic fundamentalism has led to the killing of more than 7 000 Christians in Nigeria by religious militants since 2015, a situation compounded by climate change, competition over resources, the spread of misinformation, and access to firearms. These are the key findings of a report, Nigeria: Unfolding genocide?, released […]
Group calls for action to stop release of film that depicts Jesus as lesbian
Originally published in The Christian Post The Christian Film & Television Commission is calling on Christians to sign a petition demanding that the upcoming film Habit be pulled ahead of its release due to its “blasphemous” depictions of Jesus Christ. “Hollywood is set to release yet another outrageous and blasphemous […]
LGBT guidelines for schools unscientific, harmful — Doctors For Life International
In this article, Doctors For Life International outlines its concerns about radical gender and sexuality ideology that the DA Western Cape Government wants to implement in schools in the province. Also see an article in which Christian-based human rights organisation Cause For Justice expresses its concerns. Both DFL and CFJ submitted written responses on […]
Hong Kong pastors face arrest, extradition to China with new security laws
Originally published in Fox News China’s blueprint for national security in Hong Kong puts pro-democracy activists, including pastors and religious leaders, at risk of being extradited to and tried in mainland China, a Christian persecution watchdog warns. A draft of the new national security laws was passed by China last […]
ACDP proposes hybrid system as more children return to school
Media release by the ACDP ACDP MP Marie Sukers today called on the government to introduce a hybrid education system to facilitate the successful completion of the current academic year by all children. Noting an announcement by Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga, in which she has said that more […]
Former Muslim Sheikh attacked in Eastern Uganda for following Christ
Originally published in International Christian Concern. A former sheikh (Muslim teacher) in eastern Uganda who secretly became a Christian on Christmas Day last year, decided to tell his family about his new faith last month. Marijan Olupot invited his pastor to his home in Obokora village, Obokorasub County, Kibuku District […]
Spike in attacks on churches in Turkey as some blame Christians for Covid-19
Originally published in Religion News Service. A satellite television broadcaster in the Middle East is using its unique platform to show that Christians are not a threat as angry protesters attack churches and some blame Christians for Covid-19. After a recent arson attempt on a church in Istanbul — Turkey’s […]
LGBT guidelines for schools set WC government on collision course with parents — Cause For Justice
In this article, Christian-based human rights organisation Cause For Justice outlines its concerns about radical gender and sexuality ideology that the DA Western Cape Government wants to implement in schools in the province. Also see an article in which Doctors For Life International voices its concerns. Both CFJ and DFL […]
Veteran church leader poised to lead Malawi after historic election re-run
Rev Lazarus Chakwera, president of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), is set to become the nation’s new leader, with unofficial results showing he has amassed nearly 60% of votes in what will be Africa’s first change of power following a presidential election re-run ordered by the courts over irregularities. More […]