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The IPHC's hosted a historic mass wedding, where over 3,000 members celebrated love and tradition, including unique polygamous unions.
As the dust settles on the controversial acquittal of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso by the Eastern Cape High Court, the Cultural, Religious and Linguistic (CRL) Rights Commission has pledged to continue its investigation into the factors that led to the dramatic verdict.
MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu visited Prophet Shepherd Bushiri’s church in Malawi, commending his contributions to African spiritual, social, and economic upliftment and advocating for Pan-African unity.
ANC Deputy President Paul Mashatile has warned the ANC members not to go to church only when they need votes.
Experience the grandeur of Easter as the IPHC hosts a historic mass wedding, uniting over 1,500 couples in a vibrant celebration of love and tradition.
The CRL Rights Commission's establishment of a Section 22 Committee aims to tackle abuse and accountability in South Africa's Christian religious sector. However the ongoing debate underscores the challenge of balancing the protection of believers with the autonomy of faith communities.
Putco is set to operate nearly 500 buses for the return of the Zion Christian Church's Easter pilgrimage to Moria, marking a significant event after a five-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The CRL Rights Commission has appointed Professor Musa Xulu to lead a new independent committee tasked with preserving dignity in South Africa's religious sector. This initiative follows controversial cases like the Timothy Omotoso trial and aims to address spiritual transgressions without regulating religious practice.
Minister of Water and Sanitation Pemmy Majodina has warned churches to avoid performing baptisms and rituals in the Vaal River this Easter as dam levels exceed 110% capacity.
A Limpopo pastor has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for exploiting a vulnerable woman under the guise of spiritual healing, highlighting the urgent need for awareness around abuse of power in religious settings.
Christianity has shaped Kenya's political landscape, revealing the intricate ties between religious institutions and political power, and the implications for governance and development.
The Commission for Gender Equality has voiced serious concerns after televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused were acquitted of all 32 charges including rape and human trafficking. Experts warn the high-profile case's collapse could discourage future victims from seeking justice through South Africa's courts.
The verdict has sparked a national conversation about the challenges faced by victims of sexual violence and the complex nature of accessing justice.
In a stunning legal conclusion to an eight-year trial, televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his two co-accused were acquitted of all charges including racketeering and sexual assault. Judge Irma Schoeman delivered a scathing assessment of the prosecution's work, citing 'desultory' cross-examination and failure to properly challenge the accused's testimony.
In a stunning legal conclusion to an eight-year trial, televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his two co-accused were acquitted of all charges including racketeering and sexual assault. Judge Irma Schoeman delivered a scathing assessment of the prosecution's work, citing 'desultory' cross-examination and failure to properly challenge the accused's testimony - raising serious questions about the handling of high-profile sexual violence cases in South Africa.
The NPA said it will explore its legal options after Timothy Omotoso was acquitted of all 32 charges including racketeering, trafficking in persons, rape, and sexual assault.
Timothy Omotoso celebrates his acquittal after eight years of trial, expressing relief as supporters rally around him.
CRL Rights Commission criticises NPA for failing victims as Timothy Omotoso is acquitted by the High Court.
Timothy Omotoso, acquitted after eight years of trial for serious charges, expresses relief as supporters celebrate his freedom.
Timothy Omotoso, acquitted after eight years of trial for serious charges, expresses relief as supporters celebrate his freedom.
Three suspects arrested for a series of church robberies in Sophiatown have appeared in court, with police investigating whether they're connected to the shocking 2023 murder of Pastor Wayne Gordon who was killed during a service. Two more suspects remain hospitalised under police guard following a shootout with law enforcement that left another suspect dead. Recovered evidence includes unlicensed firearms and stolen musical instruments worth R2 million.
Three suspects arrested for a series of church robberies in Sophiatown have appeared in court, with police investigating whether they're connected to the shocking 2023 murder of Pastor Wayne Gordon who was killed during a service. Two more suspects remain hospitalised under police guard following a shootout with law enforcement that left another suspect dead. Recovered evidence includes unlicensed firearms and stolen musical instruments worth R2 million.
The Gereformeerde Kerk, whose congregants are commonly called ‘Doppers’, has a long history of punching above its weight. Its most famous members include the Paul Kruger, and the last apartheid president, F. W. de Klerk.
A heartfelt memorial service commemorated eight lives that were lost in a KwaZulu-Natal bus tragedy, highlighting the need for community support and road safety awareness.
Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary are appealing a court ruling that mandates their extradition to South Africa, following their release on bail in Malawi.