South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
By Freedom of Religion South Africa The controversial Expropriation Bill is back in the news as hearings take place in provinces around the country. The expropriation of property, including land, is a contentious issue and many South Africans are unaware of its far-reaching implications. Its potentially adverse consequences even impact religious freedom […]
In January a diverse group of believers attended the inaugural residential week of the Wilberforce Academy at the start of a journey to equip them to apply a biblical worldview in their spheres of influence. In this article academy team members Ryan Smit, Stefanie Kotze and Embeth du Toit report […]
In the 30 years that I’ve been involved in addressing some of our region’s most pressing health and social issues, including GBV, HIV/AIDS and child abuse, I have never encountered an issue that is as emotionally charged and resonant — with as many people across all sectors of our society […]
Originally published in CBN News A Christian school in Germany is challenging the country’s “restrictive educational system” after government officials barred them from opening more schools. The Association for Decentralized Learning, which offers both virtual and home education programs, has filed a lawsuit at the European Court of Human Rights […]
Originally published in Christian Today James Mildred, of Christian charity CARE, said the advent of MDT was “a source of some concern” and that an “ethical line” has been crossed. He said there were a number of questions around the psychological impact on children and whether the development of MDT […]
By Martin Davie — Originally published in Christianity Today During the course of the 20th and 21st centuries we have seen time and again that when a revolution has occurred those who were formerly in charge (who are now holed up in a bunker somewhere or have fled the country) […]
Christians in the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing dramatically increased levels of persecution inflicted by Islamist rebels unhindered by an ineffective, corrupt government. But the religious dimension of the violence is not being acknowledged by international agents such as the US State Department and the United Nations, writes Linda […]
By David Parsons — Originally published by ICEJ “For if their being cast away is the reconciling of the world, what will their acceptance be but life from the dead?” — Romans 11:15 As Israel prepares to mark 75 years since its modern-day rebirth in May 1948, the impact of […]
Originally published in CBN News Seventy-five years ago, a declaration signed in a Tel Aviv art gallery changed the world forever. Against overwhelming odds, the fledgling State of Israel not only survived, but has grown beyond expectation, launching it for the next three quarters of a century on the path […]
Rwanda gathering of Gafcon conservatives draws 1 300 from 53 nations as Global South fellowship moves toward merger By John Sandeman — Christianity Today A “revived, renewed, and reordered” Anglican Communion will be the core message delivered tomorrow to 1 300 conservative Anglicans from 53 countries meeting this week in […]