This year, we were filled with gratitude and excitement to host not one, but two Message Nights — and what an incredible season it was. Across both events, over 380 people gathered with us to celebrate what God is doing in and through our city through the work of The Message and our partners. This year’s theme, “The more stars, […]
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Our team had the opportunity to serve with one of our favourite partners again, outside of Cape Town—Mouton Foundation. Citrusdal has a big place in our heart, so starting out for the year with them is always a big highlight for us. Our team hosted a week-long holiday club called Treasure Hunters, focusing on the […]
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Last week we had the incredible privilege of spending time at Sandringham High School in Johannesburg, where we were able to share the gospel with around 150 high school learners. Our heart is always to meet young people where they are, and schools continue to be one of the most powerful spaces to do that. The event […]
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Run100 Give100 is back for 2026, and this year we’re stepping into the challenge with a bigger goal, more runners, and even greater impact. What began as a simple idea — to run 100km and raise R100 or more for youth transformation — has grown into a movement of people choosing to turn their kilometres […]
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If you’ve spent any time around The Message Trust’s Nyanga Community Hub, you’ve probably heard the name Sakhumzi Vapi — or simply Sakhi. He’s the kind of person young people gravitate toward: steady, caring, full of joy, and always ready with a rugby ball under his arm. But behind his calm leadership and growing influence is a […]
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After some time away from schools and youth spaces over the holidays, it’s been so good for the Respect Me team to be back in the classroom and with young people across Cape Town. We’ve really missed the energy, the questions, the laughter — all of it. So far this year, we’ve been able to […]
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How your Donation can make a difference this tax year-end! Understanding Section 18A — and Why Your Giving Matters More Than Ever! As we approach the end of the tax year in South Africa, many people begin exploring ways to maximise their tax benefits while contributing to meaningful causes. The good news? When you give […]
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After ten years of serving with KineticIV, I’ve seen God move in countless ways—but our recent pre‑release concert may go down as one of the most special moments in my journey with this team. As we prepare to drop our brand-new EP on 20 February 2026, we wanted to give young people a first listen and […]
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A Personal Invitation to our First Message Business Breakfast As the Head of Prisons & Enterprise at The Message Trust, I have the privilege of witnessing firsthand how meaningful partnerships, shared wisdom, and intentional people development can shift not only organisations—but lives. That is why I am especially excited to invite you to our upcoming […]
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If you’ve spent any time with us, you’ll know this: we are passionate about the local Church. It’s at the heart of everything we do. This year alone, we’ve had the incredible privilege of partnering with churches across South Africa to host 13 Message Sundays—and every single one has been a celebration of God’s goodness. But […]
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