Derrick Darlow’s short, stocky frame and broad, beard-framed smile were a much-loved and familiar sight in areas of desperate need in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) — until his passing in September. Together with his equally-dedicated wife Diane he pioneered mercy missions in the city, beginning in his Walmer home in the […]
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Quinton De Kock’s full statement and CSA response
ALSO SEE: Cricket SA needs better strategy to show united stand against racism Originally published in ClubcricketSA Wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock has explained the decision to withdraw from the Proteas’ XI for this week’s T20 World Cup match against the West Indies. “I would like to start by saying sorry to my team-mates, […]
SA pro-Israel group launches billboard campaign citing Nelson Mandela
Originally published in the algemeiner Pro-Israel advocates in South Africa this week launched a billboard campaign highlighting the fulsome support of the country’s late President, Nelson Mandela, for Israel’s right to exist as a sovereign, independent state. The billboard poster was unveiled on Monday on the M1 North highway in […]
Cricket SA needs better strategy to show united stand against racism
ALSO SEE: Quinton de Kock’s full statement and CSA response Standing against racism is a cause that should unite people of goodwill in this day and age — but it is not so simple when the noble cause of opposing racism is tied to endorsing the controversial Black Lives Matter […]
Mayoral candidate Selma Kok came home when she heard ‘#It’s Time’
A diplomat in Paris, an IT professional in Holland, and now an independent mayoral candidate in Parys (Ngwathe Municipality), Free State. Both in Europe and back in SA Selma Kok has been active in initiatives to uplift and empower communities. We hear more from her in this Q&A interview You […]
Heinz Winckler responds to social media storm over transgender pupil report
Christian singer and pastor Heinz Winckler has responded to a backlash against him in social media following news reports that he led a group of parents in questioning a decision by a Somerset West primary school to support the wishes of a transgender pupil to be treated as a female. […]
Fiery call to join in Election Burn in Nelson Mandela Bay — and beyond
Special report by Burn 24-7 leader Pete Gooch on plans for 24-hour prayer and worship over the election time With level 1 in place and movements become more normalised / events gearing up, we are launching the long-awaited citywide worship and prayer Burn, which kicks off with key timing around […]
Dates set for High Court to hear challenges to religious lockdown regulations
By Adv Nadene Badenhorst, FOR SA Legal Counsel –– originally published in JOY! Magazine The Johannesburg High Court will hear the case instituted by Freedom of Religion South Africa (FOR SA) against the government on November 22 – 24. This case challenges the restrictions on religious gatherings in terms of […]
Mediation centre will bring hope to community, says Nelson Mandela Bay pastor
Nelson Mandela Bay pastor Reuben Africa believes that the launch of a mediation centre in the metro’s northern areas next Tuesday will bring hope and relief to the community. A seasoned pastor with a heart for the northern areas which has a long history of drugs and gang-related problems, he […]
Holy Spirit encounters in Jeffreys Bay
Grant Handley, the visionary of a recent weekend for spiritually-hungry believers in Jeffreys Bay, sent us this special report September 12 saw a gathering of thirsty and hungry people in J-Bay from across the Eastern Cape. “We had noticed that there was a hunger growing in people for more of […]