Southern Africa Emergency Services Newswire

Crowds demonstrate against gender-based violence in South Africa after alleged rape of 7-year-old

PRETORIA, South Africa. (AP) — A crowd of protesters staged a demonstration against gender-based violence in the South African capital of Pretoria on Friday as part of a national outcry after an alleged rape of a 7-year-old girl. This is the latest protest …

East TN pastor abducted at gunpoint during sermon, being held for ransom in South Africa

Four men broke into the Fellowship Baptist church in South Africa on Thursday evening, stole two cellphones from members and took away the pastor, police said. MOTHERWELL, South Africa — An East Tennessee pastor was abducted by armed and masked men as he …

US pastor kidnapped during church service in South Africa

An American pastor has been kidnapped by armed men after they stormed his church service in South Africa, local authorities say. Josh Sullivan had been conducting a service at Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell, a township in Gqeberra in the Eastern …

American Missionary Kidnapped At Gunpoint In South Africa While Delivering Sermon

A missionary from the U.S. was kidnapped by masked men in South Africa while delivering a sermon on Thursday evening. Josh Sullivan, 45, was delivering a sermon at the Fellowship Baptist Church Motherwell in Gqeberha, South Africa, when he was abducted at …

A pastor was abducted at gunpoint in South Africa while preaching a sermon

Article content JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A pastor was abducted by armed and masked men as he was preaching a sermon before a congregation in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, police said Friday. Four men broke into the Fellowship Baptist church in …

Breaking NewsU.S. Missionary Abducted at Gunpoint While Preaching in South Africa

4/11/2025 South Africa (International Christian Concern) — Josh Sullivan, a U.S. Baptist missionary, was kidnapped at gunpoint as he preached Thursday evening at Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell, South Africa.   According to police, four …

US pastor abducted at gunpoint during sermon in South Africa

Gunmen in South Africa have abducted a US missionary from his church as he was delivering a sermon, police and a colleague said Friday. Pastor Josh Sullivan was abducted late Thursday at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell outside the coastal city …

American missionary kidnapped at gunpoint in South Africa

Four armed men abducted Josh Sullivan on Thursday night while he was delivering a sermon at his church in Gqeberha in South Africa’s Eastern Cape region. The gunmen burst into Fellowship Baptist Church, robbed church members of their cellphones, took …

American Pastor Kidnapped During Sermon In South Africa

Naija News reports that police and a colleague of the pastor confirmed in separate statements on Friday that Sullivan was kidnapped on Thursday at the Fellowship Baptist Church located in Motherwell, near the coastal city of Gqeberha. This incident is …

PSiRA clarifies misconceptions about new firearm regulations for security firms in South Africa

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) has rejected claims that the proposed regulations would impede security firms’ operations. PSiRA acknowledged the significant public and industry interest sparked by the recently published draft …

At least 129 rapes are reported daily in South Africa, according to police data

How US funding cuts are threatening South African families living with HIV

Johannesburg, South Africa – Last year, Mary* finally had the conversation she had been dreading for more than a decade. Mary has lived with HIV since 2008. But the 36-year-old has also carried the burden of another secret: Lita*, her daughter, was born …

Unrest warning: 67% of South African CEOs expect civil disruption in 2025

A growing number of South African businesses are sounding the alarm over the risk of widespread social unrest as the country faces severe water shortages and crumbling public services. This concern is backed by data from PwC’s 26th Global CEO Survey and …

American Pastor Abducted at Gunpoint in South African Church

Gunmen in South Africa have taken a US missionary from his church during a sermon, as reported by police and a colleague on Friday. Pastor Josh Sullivan was kidnapped late Thursday at the Fellowship Baptist Church located in Motherwell, near the coastal …

Declare gender violence in S.Africa a national disaster, campaigners say

Several hundred people marched on Friday against femicide and gender violence in South Africa, calling for the "scourge" to be declared a national disaster.  Gender-based violence is endemic in the economic powerhouse where one in three women …

Mchunu ‘not formally briefed’ on Ipid’s decision to drop probe into KZN police commissioner

Police minister Senzo Mchunu says he has not received any formal communication regarding the Independent Police Investigative Directorate’s (Ipid's) decision to drop its investigation into KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. …

Police to focus on reducing murder, GBV and more

JOHANNESBURG - Reduce murder, remove illegal firearms from communities, eradicate drugs, and fight gender-based violence and femicide.  These are the top priorities that police will focus on, according to resolutions coming out of the country's first …

Zambia commences nationwide mobile campaign for issuance of 3.5M ID documents

Zambia’s Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Mwiimbu, has launched a nationwide enrollment exercise for the issuance of National Registration Cards (NRCs). NRCs in Zambia are national ID cards by another name. They are identity documents …

‘Police’: Kizz Daniel eyes Grammy with collaboration with Angelique Kidjo, Johnny Drille

Nigerian afrobeats star, Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has released a brand new song, ‘Police,’ featuring five time Grammy-winning Beninese singer, Angelique Kidjo, and Johnny Drille. The upbeat track co-produced by Ghana’s MOG Beatz, …

32 Years of ​Precision Air Heating & Cooling’s Trusted HVAC Excellence in Southeastern Pennsylvania​

WEST CHESTER, PA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since 1993, Precision Air Heating & Cooling has been a cornerstone of comfort for residents and businesses across Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware Counties in Pennsylvania …

New Frontiers Featuring Episode on MonDak Portables, LLC. Airing April 12th on Bloomberg: The content in the episode is ...

Planet TV Studios proudly serves as the exclusive sponsor of the New Frontiers series. The MonDak Portables, LLC. in New Frontiers Episode on April 12th on Bloomberg. EPPING, ND, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid a …

The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services Expands Footprint Through Key April Events

Emergency Management and Volunteers Preparing for Lex250 and Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) is expanding its …

Allied Security Delivers Full Patrol for Churches, Yards & Venues in LA

Ensuring Safety Everywhere: Allied Nationwide Security Delivers Smart, Adaptive Protection for Every Environment. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where threats can surface at any time and in any place, the …

Long Island Mold Solutions Expands Services Area to all of Suffolk and Nassau Counties

Professional mold consultation, inspection, and lab testing now available to all Suffolk and Nassau County residents. LONG ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Long Island Mold Solutions, a trusted provider of …

AJS Wildlife Solutions Reports Uptick in Wildlife Intrusions Across St. Louis

AJS Wildlife Solutions reports a rise in wildlife intrusions across St. Louis, stressing the need for professional intervention to protect homes and businesses. ST LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AJS Wildlife …

CodaPet expands compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services in Augusta, GA

The veterinarian-owned startup empowers a network of veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia to ease the passing of pets at home, surrounded by loved ones. AUGUSTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CodaPet has …

NoiseCure™ Named Exclusive Healthcare Partner for Loftwall in Acoustic Innovation Push

Collaborative Effort Aims to Educate Healthcare Administrators on Best Practices to Address Acoustic Challenges DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NoiseCure™, a leader in acoustic wellness solutions for healthcare …

Ayushman Diagnostics & Imaging Centre Launches New Online System for Easy Test Booking

NEW DELHI, DELHI, INDIA, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ayushman Diagnostics & Imaging Centre, a leading provider of diagnostic and pathology services located in Dwarka, Delhi, is pleased to announce the launch of its new, user-friendly …

Business Reporter: Improving the efficiency of public safety agencies

How assistive AI tools can help combat skills shortages and data abundance LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an article published on Business Reporter, Bill Campbell, Senior Vice President of Global Public Safety at …

770 Water Damage & Restoration Enhances Disaster Recovery Services Amid Rising Climate-Related Incidents

770 Water Damage & Restoration expands emergency services to meet growing need for disaster recovery as severe weather events rise in Southern California. CHATSWORTH, CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With extreme …

Swarmed Crowdfunding Campaign Funds in Under 24 Hours Amid Record Bee Losses

Crowdfunded swarm rescue platform expands tools for beekeepers as U.S. faces historic honey bee losses and peak swarm season begins. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swarmed (beeswarmed.org), the community …

CAL ACE Nursing Academy Featured on Forbes.com for Excellence in CNA Training

CAL ACE Nursing Academy, featured on Forbes.com, offers top CNA training with unique pinning ceremonies and nearly 500 five-star reviews in just over 3 years! SILICON VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CAL ACE …

NeuraSignal’s Automated TCD Proven to Streamline PFO Screening in New Real-World Publications

NeuraSignal is proud to announce the publication of two pivotal real-world clinical studies. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeuraSignal is proud to announce the publication of two pivotal real-world clinical …

At A Safe Haven for Newborns Everyone is Helped

Every Call is Confidential, No Questions Asked or Judged MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Gloria M. Silverio Foundation, 501(c)(3), d/b/a A Safe Haven for Newborns, is a lifeline for teens and women …

CodaPet launches compassionate in-home pet euthanasia services to Jacksonville, FL, and surrounding areas.

The veterinarian-owned startup empowers a network of veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia to ease the passing of pets at home, surrounded by loved ones. JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CodaPet has …

Black Box Safety Secures Spot on $25m/year Nationwide Sourcewell Contract for Body Armor

Black Box Safety Secures $25M Sourcewell Multiple Award Contract to Provide Cost-Effective Body Armor Solutions to Public Safety Agencies SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Black Box Safety Secures $25 Million …

Intersec Achieves Red Hat OpenShift Certifications

Red Hat OpenShift Certifications Enhances the Reliability, Security, and Scalability of the cloud-native Intersec products for Telecoms and Governments. PARIS, FRANCE, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paris, April 10, 2025 – Intersec, leading …

Executive Shine Services Brings Commercial, Post-Construction, and Vacation Rental Cleaning to Delaware

MAGNOLIA, DE, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Executive Shine Services LLC, a minority- and women-owned cleaning company, proudly announces its official launch, providing professional and high-quality cleaning services across …

Black Dog Junk Removal Adds Light Demolition Services

Black Dog Junk Removal in Charleston, SC now offers light demolition services for customers clearing unwanted structures from their properties. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Junk removal is a valuable service …