The South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA) were announced on Wednesday last week, amid a cloud of criticism. The organisers had technical challenges with virtual screening that saw the awards being announced very late at night. Among those who were awarded is veteran actress Clementine Mosimane. She was awarded […]
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WATCH: The ‘Jesus Slide’ world quarantine dance video
The Jesus Slide 2020 World Quarantine Dance Video was created by Grace Covington, a Christian singer and songwriter from the United States, features dancers from all over the world including Johannesburg and Mthatha in South Africa. The dancers were discovered by Covington on the social media platform TikTok. Each dancer recorded […]
Leading Christian songwriters spread songs of praise during lockdown
First published in The Christian Institute. Leading Christian songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty are continuing to share their music during lockdown to help others continue to worship in song. The Gettys, from Northern Ireland, are two of the best-known Christian artists today, having written modern favourites such as In Christ […]
New book ‘King of the Jews’ enlightens both Christians and Jews about Jesus
The world in lockdown? Life turned upside down? Here’s something to lift your spirits. King of the Jews is a great read demonstrating how the carpenter from Nazareth is the key figure behind all history Who is set to return in the very near future, judging from the fulfilment of […]
WATCH: Michael W Smith records social-distancing version of ‘Waymaker’ with 100 choir members
Originally published in Charisma News Singer/songwriter Michael W Smith video chatted with the Brentwood Baptist Choir and recorded a cover of the song “Waymaker.” Watch over 100 choir members sing harmonies while Smith leads.
‘YouVersion’ reports: Bible reading 54% higher over Holy week this year
Bible sales also rising amidst virus crisis By Michael Gryboski — Originally published in The Christian Post Although large numbers of churches did not hold in-person services for Holy Week due to coronavirus shutdowns, Bible reading greatly increased compared to last year, according to YouVersion App. YouVersion reported this week […]
Bethel Music’s family movie ‘Bright Ones’ streaming for free for week
With children in many parts of the world stuck at home due to Covid-19 lockdown regulations Bethel Music is streaming its family feature movie Bright Ones for free from today until April 21. The uplifting film which can be streamed by clicking here is about a group of kids at a performing […]
Spencer Kennedy releases debut single ‘The Fight Is Over”
South African gospel artist and producer Spencer J Kennedy, last week released his debut single The Fight Is Over throughout South Africa. Born and raised in Cape Town since the age of 10, and after a prophesy over his life, Spencer knew that he had a God-given mandate: first to […]
DSTV, TBN collaborate on pop-up Easter channel
Neziswa Kanju explains the dilemma for South African Christians over Easter — and a constructive response that involved government, DSTV and TBN Africa. On March 23 President Cyril Ramaphosa instituted a national lockdown which effectively restricted citizen’s movements and gathering except for essential services. There was a national call to […]
SA Christians invited to join in 15 days of live, online worship
Worship ministries across South Africa are currently partnering in providing Christians an opportunity to join in 15 days of live, online worship sessions. “We will fix our eyes on Christ and hear what HE says during this time of crisis,” says a post on the Worship South Africa Facebook page […]

