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  Prominent Zimbabwean prophet and leader of Prophetic and Healing Deliverance Ministries (PHD), Walter Magaya says he is wrecked by the death of popular Nigerian televangelist pastor TB Joshua, adding he had an unnamed parcel for the Nigerian pastor but failed to deliver it to him as he was denied permission to travel to Nigeria from Zimbabwe last week. Describing TB Joshua as his “father,” Magaya mourned “who will father me now? who will pay the school fees of my children.” The founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations is said to have passed away on Saturday night in Lagos, Nigeria after concluding a programme at his church. No official statement has been released by the family but the church has officially announced his death on their verified Facebook page. “Do you know they denied me visa last week to bring what you told me you wanted and I have the papers with me,” said Magaya in a condolence message seen by Zim Morning Post, signed “Your bereaved son.” Zim Morning Post ...

  Evelyn Temitope Joshua, late prophet TB Joshua’s wife to the late Prophet TB Joshua; the founder and leader of ”Synagogue Church of all Nation (SCOAN) has issued an emotional message, following the death of her husband. Speaking through her official Twitter account, @mama_evelyn, the late popular televangelist’s wife said losing a loved one is never easy. She wrote: “Losing a loved one is never easy; whether sudden or foreseen it’s always heartbreaking. “Grief can wreak havoc on our overall well being. “That’s why it’s important to stay rooted to the Almighty. “Only He can lessen our heartache and comfort us in these times. Seek refuge in Him.” Joshua, the founder of The Synagogue, Church Of All Nations (SCOAN), died in Lagos on Saturday evening shortly after concluding a programme at his church. Meanwhile, following his death, The Synagogue in Nigeria has been sealed off with hundreds of residents and church members gathered at the church premises to mourn the death of Joshua, m...

  A South African couple who set a new world record by giving birth to 10 babies this week has received a R1 million donation from philanthropist Dr Iqbal Survé. Dad Tebogo Tsotetsi, from Tembisa Township in Ekurhuleni, was in Cape Town on Tuesday as a guest of the businessman, who has offered his brood of 10 newborns and six other children including a set of twins R1 million. Dr Survé congratulated the father of 16 on his latest addition to his family at his offices at the Waterfront. “They are extremely special, at one go the nation has received a gift which we truly treasure and with all such gifts it’s important that we put in place systems, resources of support for the family. They are living with humble origins,” said Survé. “My family foundation, Survé Philanthropies, has informed Tebogo and the family that we’re providing substantial resources to them to help them through this wonderful but challenging time from the point of view of the babies. “They will require good healt...

  Media personality Criselda Kananda has survived Covid-19 pneumonia. The media personality took to Instagram over the weekend to share that she’s recovering from Covid-19 pneumonia after being admitted to hospital. According to the star, she fought for her life. She shared a picture of herself in hospital, surrounded by machines. In her post, she said she was grateful for the gift of life. Criselda took the opportunity to caution her fans and to remind them to stay safe as there is a resurgence in Covid-19 cases in the country. “Thank you Sunninghill Hospital ICU staff for the care and dedication. Covid-19 symptoms keep changing. Please keep being vigilant, we are under siege.” The media personality thanked God for keeping her alive. “To my friends and family, thank you for the prayers. For the first time, even I feared for my life. I still need courage and counselling to share my entire experience. God is real. God is good,” she shared. Criselda’s comment section was filled with ...

  Prophet Shepherd Bushiri addressed his congregants about the sad passing of Prophet TB Joshua. He was a great man in the prophetic he said. His legacy will live on for generations, he toiled day and night so that the work of the kingdom may go far. In his address, he also mentioned that he learned a lot from him and dedicated a moment of silence to honour him. Bushiri says prophets "disappear" and people should make use of them when they are still around. WATCH VIDEO BELOW:

  It’s understood he filled a bowl with sanitiser and set it on fire, but the bowl exploded, leaving him with severe burn wounds. He later passed away The Kwazulu-Natal Department of Education has on Friday confirmed the tragic death of a grade 7 learner but said the incident didn’t happen on school grounds. The principal of Effingham Heights Primary School in Durban issued a statement suggesting the boy died after trying something he had seen on social media platform TikTok. In a notice to parents, the principal explains the grade 7 learner was trying to replicate something he had seen on social media. It’s understood he filled a bowl with sanitiser and set it on fire, but the bowl exploded, leaving him with severe burn wounds. He later passed away. Education department spokesperson Muzi Mhlambi has confirmed the incident but said it didn’t happen at any education department facility. “We want to confirm that the incident did not occur at school but what is important is that we, a...

  From killing it on the pitch back in the days as a superstar midfielder who was highly celebrated by many South Africans to finding the true meaning of self-love, football legend Teko Modise showed many how having a positive fighting spirit gets you through many trials and tribulations. Having faced personal struggles in the public eye, Modise told us how going through such trials made him realise how strong a person he is. We caught up with Modise to find out what makes him tick. I am actually stronger than I thought I was… that was one thing I struggled with when I was a kid because I didn’t know how strong I was until I was really really tested. And, coming back from that and realising that I have survived what many couldn’t survive. What makes you laugh? Yoh! That’s one difficult question because I love making people laugh. I love cracking jokes… I’m not a serious person. I know I look serious but I’m not! What hidden talent do you have? I cook very well. People don’t believe...