Prophets
latest news & developments
In terms of future-telling failures, this is a Major One
Bushiri knows how to pull a crowd. Ace knows a ponzi scheme. Paddy Harper predicts that a new prophet may profit at Luthuli House
Commission calls for new limits to halt the commercialisation of religion
A commission wants regulations for religious leaders and a probe into possible tax evasion.
Frogs vs angels: Prophet Bushiri’s angel landing pad plan declared illegal
Shepherd Bushiri didn’t have an environmental permit to build on land zoned for agriculture.
False prophets delay the coming of SA’s moral regeneration
People are desperate to escape poverty and are turning to charismatic churches that promise them healing and material rewards.
The prophet syndrome: Let them eat grass
In a society rife with depravity and inequality it is little wonder TB Joshua and his ilk are thriving.
Preaching the gospel of bling
Zimbabwe’s new prophets are packing large arenas with promises of riches and redemption and, boy, are they bringing in the cash.