We praise the Lord that this year, Open Doors Southern Africa can celebrate 50 years of serving the persecuted Church. We also praise Him that this month our Executive Director, Jan Gouws celebrated 30 years of serving the persecuted Church…
Persecution of Christians seriously increases on African continent amid Covid-19 pandemic Open Doors International released its 2021 World Watch List (WWL) on 13 January. This list, compiled annually, announces the top 50 countries in numeric order where Christians experience the…
As we prepare to celebrate Christmas in South Africa, our hearts go out to persecuted children and their families. In many countries where Christians are persecuted for their faith, Christmas is a dangerous time of the year for believers. Their…
The ministry organisation Open Doors Southern Africa, which supports persecuted Christians all over the world, recently appointed the well-known singer Loyiso Bala as its ambassador. Loyiso is a member of two popular singing groups, the Bala Brothers and Swing City,…
We might all celebrate Christmas differently, but around the world, the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ unites us as we remember the wonderful gift God gave us through Him. Sadly, it’s also a time of heightened persecution for our…
In many countries around the world, Christians face various atrocities for their faith in Jesus. Male, female, young and old, in countries where Christians are persecuted for their faith, it doesn’t matter your gender or age – if you serve…
In this era and season, it’s safe to say that the online space and digital technology has been a blessing and lifesaver. Some companies are still afloat with the option for customers to shop online and deliver. Grocery stores now…
The Bible. Such an influential document, yet the most controversial book known in history. It holds the Guinness World Book of Records for more than 5 billion copies printed, and the number continues to increase due to more copies being…
Isolation, fear, uncertainty. These are terms that are all too familiar to persecuted Christians. They face isolation and fear for their livelihoods and even lives because of their Christian faith. And uncertainty because those who worship Christ in secret don’t…
