South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
Originally published in All Israel News Iranian believers have expressed feelings of “deep disappointment” and being “stabbed in the back” regarding the “peace deal” made last Friday by US President Donald Trump. “From what I’m hearing, many Iranians feel deeply disappointed and, frankly, a bit stabbed in the back,” Iranian […]
Healing the Nation of Africa from Cape to Cairo prayer network has called for a time of prayer and fasting for “Azaniah” (South Africa) from June 15 to June 30 — a time in which the nation is facing potential unrest on several fronts. The prayer points, which are listed […]
As South Africa’s young people navigate increasing pressures around identity, purpose, education, unemployment and harmful social influences, a Rustenburg church is seeking to provide a different path — one rooted in faith, mentorship, discipleship and practical development. At New Covenant Fellowship International Church, youth ministry has become more than a […]
Originally published in Relevant Magazine For decades, a boat-shaped geological formation in eastern Turkey has fuelled speculation that it could be connected to one of the Bible’s most famous stories: Noah’s Ark. Now, the team behind a project called Noah’s Ark Scans says it has received official permission from Turkish […]
Q: My father walked out on our family when I was a little kid. Now that I’m an adult I could really use his input — but he’s not here for me. How can I get past this pain? Graeme: First of all, if your mother is available I’d suggest […]
Originally published in Harbinger’s Dail Around 11am on Sunday June 14 communist authorities raided Early Rain Covenant Church in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, and arrested dozens of believers. Roughly 30 SWAT officers and another 60 police officers reportedly entered the hotel conference room where the church had gathered for worship, recorded the names of those in attendance, and […]
By Michael Swain executive director Freedom of Religion South Africa The CRL Section 22 Committee has now commenced the provincial consultation phase of its national process — and what happens next could shape the future of religious freedom in South Africa. Although it has been presented as “self-regulation”, the committee’s […]
South African Gospel vocalist Nozipho Phiri will have her debut album launch, Essence of Faith, in a live setting on July 17 2026 at Goshen City Church, Johannesburg. The evening, open to the public and media, marks an important milestone in her journey as a solo artist. Best known for […]
Originally published in Relevant Pastor Matthew Olson preached the entire Bible — Genesis to Revelation — in four days straight, setting a Guinness World Record for longest marathon speech in the process. Olson, who leads First Baptist Church of Sharon in Jones County, Mississippi, began the sermon on the evening […]
Originally published in Christian Daily Church leaders have warned that growing anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa reflects deeper failures in governance, service delivery and economic inequality, urging authorities and communities to address the root causes of public frustration rather than scapegoating foreign nationals. In a webinar convened by the Association […]