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Cross-cultural pioneers

OM team in Hong Kong breaks cross-cultural ground, learning how to reach out to the ethnic minority, largely ignored by the Chinese population.




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A walking cane and a wooden cross

OM Peru completed their summer medical outreach in Trujillo, Peru. They saw over 350 patients and 60 people commit to the Lord.




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Heartfelt reunion

OM Peru recently completed their second medical outreach this year. Mayelo Gensollen, OM Peru's leader, shared his impressions from the experience.




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Many reached during medical clinic in Chincha

A team of volunteers and doctors attended to over 300 people in a town almost destroyed by an earthquake in 2007.




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A special two weeks

At the end of July, OM Peru helped build a church, share God's love with the surrounding community and speak in a missions conference.




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Hope for life in Peruvian villages

With a team of 6 people, OM Peru recently went on an outreach to an area called Alto Piura.




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Peru in the plan of God

OM Peru medical outreach occurs simultaneously with a Global Missions Council meeting to mobilise Peruvians for missions in the Muslim World, and at home.




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Freedom Challenge climbs Machu Picchu

Forty women climb Machu Picchu to raise awareness about human trafficking during a five-day Freedom Challenge trek in Peru.




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2000km walked

Three men arrive home safely after walking 2000 kilometres to raise awareness about the 2000 languages still without the Bible.




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Australian Floods

An update about the flood damage in Eastern Australia




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Forest Hill Fun Day

Forest Hill is a town in the Lockyer Valley infamous for being one of three towns in Queensland completely evacuated during last January's floods. About 300 people were airlifted by helicopters to higher ground leaving behind homes, all belongings and even pets. They had no idea what would come of those things left behind. OM Australia suggested the idea as a good way to utilise some funds donated to flood recovery. The Forest Hill Development Association Inc. in conjunction with the Laidley Baptist Church used this money to put on a community fair. It was an opportunity for the town to say thank you to those who had helped with the flood clean up and also to build the morale of the community. At the same time the involvement of the Church would raise the profile of Christ in the community.




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OM Australia buys new mission base

On 12 December, OM Australia settled on their first-ever permanent base after renting for over 20 years.




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Moving powerfully in the lives of teens

On 1 July 350 teens and leaders poured into the University of Queensland, Australia, for five days of fun and discipleship.




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Life-changing moment

Peter* from MAP Australia has a Muslim friend who attended a church camp. His friend has never been the same since.




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Prayer and the Word of God changes lives

OM worker is amazed to see God change lives, as he peers over his book table on a busy Muslim street in Australia.




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Connecting at TeenStreet Australia

Teens in Europe are gathered this week to connect with Jesus and each other. A month ago, teenagers in Australia had this experience.




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Living out the message of God

Team members of MAP Australia seek to live out the message of the Gospel to all people, no matter how sympathetic or opposed.




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Climbing for the Jogini Girls in India

On 22 August, 150 people climbed in the inaugural OM Boonah Freedom Climb to raise awareness and funding for the Jogini girls of India.




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The one true goal of God

Tillmann Klein, facilitator for OM’s Muslim Diaspora Ministry network, shares how work among displaced Muslims reflects God’s heart for all people.




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From Afghanistan to Australia

A former Afghan fighter discovers Jesus Christ in the Qur’an.




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The ‘butterfly effect’

Single mothers in Namibia experience life-changing opportunities, thanks to the work and care of one Namibian woman and the OM team.




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The light in us

A woman once mentally ill walks in the light of Christ after five years living in spiritual, mental and physical darkness.




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Church rebuild restores hope

Walvis Bay, Namibia :: Logos Hope's volunteers rebuild a flimsy church and encourage the grieving pastor and congregation.




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The invisible woman

Walvis Bay, Namibia :: Local women attend a challenging discipleship event on board Logos Hope




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Living on a prayer

One Namibian OM worker operates a prayer house—and does so much more.




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The future in a bubble

Rodrieck and Geraldine Snyders of Walvis Bay, Namibia, have committed themselves to giving back to God—and they’re using fish to do it.




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Life and light on the Kuiseb

Two native Namibians stand as the only Christians in their community




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Let there be chickens

OM Namibia partners with local pastor in community business effort raising chickens.




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Birth of a Bible school

After recognising that no training was available for lay leaders, particularly those in house churches, workers planed the launch of a Bible school.




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New life

A new believer strives for obedience to follow God in difficult circumstances.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I take better control of my finances?

In the spirit of Women’s Month in August, Tamryn Lamb, head of retail distribution at Allan Gray, shares a few lessons she has learnt over the years to help other women to take control of their finances.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm struggling to make ends meet. What should I consider before cashing out my savings?

JustMoney.co.za marketing manager Shafeeka Anthony lists the implications to consider before withdrawing savings or investments.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm in financial trouble. Can I get a loan from my provident fund?

A Fin24 reader facing financial hardship wants to know if it would be possible to get a loan from his provident fund.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I can't afford to pay for debt clearance certificate. What are my options?

A News24 Business reader has to pay R500 to receive a debt clearance certificate but is currently unemployed.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How do I initiate the process of prescribing my debt?

A News24 Business reader considering prescribing her debt looks to an expert for guidance on how the process works.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | Should I access my retirement fund or leave it untouched?

A News24 Business reader who resigned from her job with R300 000 accumulated in her retirement savings wants to know if she should access some of her funds.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What are the financial considerations of divorce?

Simon Dippenaar, founder and managing partner at Simon Dippenaar & Associates, looks at the financial consequences of divorce and what you should consider.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How does my insurer value my motor vehicle?

The Ombud for Short-term Insurance explains how motor vehicles are valued and what this implies for their cover,




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What exactly is gap cover and why is it important?

Three brokers discuss some of the common misunderstandings about gap cover.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest individually for each of my children. What are my options?

A News24 reader looks to an expert for guidance on the best investment vehicles for each of her children.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I don't have a credit history yet - how do I start?

A good credit score is not only necessary when you want to buy a house, car or to fund your studies - it can also save you money. Having no credit history can also count against you.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest. What questions should I ask the financial services provider?

The South African Association of Treasury Advisors highlights the importance of dealing only with an authorised financial services provider when making any investment.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest but am fearful of losing money. How can I overcome this?

An investment writer at Allan Gray discusses how investors can overcome the fear of losing money.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How to deal with the aftermath of festive spending

There are roughly six weeks between an early December salary payment and January month-end. Consumers will likely spend more than at any other time – often on credit.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I avoid falling into a debt spiral this year?

TransUnion CEO Lee Naik shares five tips that could help to resolve financial strains.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How do interest rate hikes affect my finances?

Kondi Nkosi, country head at Schroders in South Africa, discusses interest rates and the role it plays personal finance and the greater economy.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | Money is tight. How do I go about keeping insurance within my budget?

Stian de Witt, executive head at employee benefits firm NMG Benefits, shares a few tips on how to keep insurance in your budget when times are tough.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I financially prepare for life's unpredictable events?

George Kolbe, Head of Life Insurance Marketing at Momentum discusses the recommended ways to prepare for unexpected occurrences.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What are my rights and responsibilities when it comes to insurance?

Wynand van Vuuren, client experience partner at King Price insurance, unpacks the rights and responsibilities of a consumer when it comes to insurance.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | My bank account is frozen. What can I do?

JustMoney explains why your bank account may have been frozen, and what you can do to solve the problem.