[notice]A fortnightly column on marriage, family and relationships.[/notice] International, national and local news seem to be carrying stories of conflict after conflict — disaster and tragedy adding to the uncertainty in which most of the world finds itself. In isiXhosa there is a saying “Alitshoni lingenandaba” which means that there […]
Opinion
Talking about hate crimes and racism…
EFF leader Julius Malema’s recent tirade against white South Africans has left me wondering if his future unguarded speeches will fall foul of the proposed Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. This bill, which was published for public comment, makes provision for perpetrators to spend up […]
The hope and future of economic transformation on the African continent
CEO of Crossover Transformation Group and transformational entrepreneur Patrick Kuwana identifies core identity issues that keep Africa from harnessing its amazing human and economic potential — and points the way to healing. This message which he presented at the global Christian Economic Forum in Durban earlier this year was recognised […]
Head, heart and hands: Will it go well with you?
[notice]A monthly column that reflects on living in the Kingdom of God.[/notice] In my line of work, I am approaching a very emotional time of the year. Leading a church that is mostly made up of university students, we are about to say our goodbyes to a good number of […]
The beginning of the end for state capture in South Africa
[notice]A monthly column by Vivienne Solomons who is a legal consultant who passionately believes that God wants His people to make a difference right where they are and to stand up for what is true and just. She is also passionate about encouraging young women to walk victoriously with God […]
Battle ensues over Balfour
Shocking anti-Semitism as Britain prepares to celebrate As British Christians prepare to celebrate a famous milestone in Jewish history, battle lines are being drawn up and some shots have already been fired in anger. Passions of indignation from left-wing politicians and others are being stirred in response to plans for […]
Billy Graham: the one thing you need to ask before you dabble in the occult
Originally published in Charisma News. What’s the harm in playing with a Ouija board at a slumber party? Or practicing silly little spells with your friends? One reader asked Billy Graham what exactly is so wrong about these supposed innocent games. “My uncle says I ought to quit dabbling with […]
The answer to reconciliation in South Africa
[notice]A monthly column by farmer, preacher and writer for Jesus, Angus Buchan[/notice] Just the other day I was in a radio interview with RSG and the very kind lady asked me a question; how can we encourage reconciliation? What is the answer to reconciliation in our nation of South Africa? […]
Righting wrongs the wrong way
[notice]A monthly column by Michael Cassidy, evangelist, author, Christian leader and founder of African Enterprise whose ministry in Africa and the world has spanned more than 50 years.[/notice] In these times in South Africa many people are very perplexed about how to react to the student uprisings on our campuses […]
The bible on trial
The Church in South Africa is facing a two-pronged onslaught to its mission to preach the gospel without interference from the State. This threat comes from the CRL Rights Commission and the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. The CRL Rights Commission, which interviewed church ministers and religious leaders across […]

