Politicians find solace in churches on campaign
AS the May 29 elections draw closer, political parties have found comfort in churches, seeking prayers and support while campaigning to congregants ahead of the big day.
On Sunday, a slew of political parties made their way to churches across the country, praying for a well-run elections day, while urging congregants to vote for their chosen parties.
Rise Mzansi KwaZulu-Natal and its provincial premier candidate Nonkululeko Hlongwane-Mhlongo visited the St John’s Apostolic Church in Ladysmith, asking for prayers as the elections draw near.
Amid the water-shedding crises in KZN, Rise Mzansi donated a Jojo tank to the church as a temporary solution for residents with limited access to water and sanitation.
“Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, and addressing such challenges is crucial for the well-being and development of communities. Jojo tanks are a practical temporary solution for water storage, especially in areas where access to clean water is limited,” said Hlongwane-Mhlongo.
She said the church was also facing security issues, because there was no gate to protect the building and community members.
“Leaders of the church have addressed the issue with the government, but as usual, the ANC keeps failing communities and organisations,” said Hlongwane-Mhlongo.
Joining the prayer bandwagon, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba attended a service at the New Generation Church in Lenting, Limpopo. The IFP’s premier candidate for KZN Thami Ntuli attended a morning service at the Lutheran Church in Mzingazi, Richards Bay.
Staunch Christian and leader of the SA Rainbow Alliance (Sara), Colleen Makhubele, attended a service at Gospel Fire Family Church in Vereeniging.
Makhubele is calling for a Christian government.
Former president Thabo Mbeki visited the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa at KwaDukuza on the campaign trail for the ANC in KZN for a few days. He pleaded with congregants to vote for the ANC, saying the party acknowledges its transgressions and is working to fix them. He said the ANC will this time not disappoint the public.