Thursday, 1 October 2026

The South African Council of Churches said churches should practise “critical solidarity”, warning that political endorsements divide congregations and can sanctify or sanitise political interests.

A church panel agreed politicians may seek prayer, but said congregations must guard neutrality, challenge misconduct publicly and prevent prayer appearances becoming campaign endorsements.

The men’s crisis discussion linked unemployment, provider expectations and loss of identity to depression, withdrawal, substance abuse and violence, while urging men to seek help rather than suffer silently.

Listeners were directed to Better Men for Tomorrow and given counsellor Mfundo Tandani’s contact number, 0797280070, for referrals and support around mental-health challenges.

Musician Major Habi described his rise from Orange Farm, collaborations with Heavy K and others, and plans for a “Skim Sam” music video after releasing an album.