Sombre Good Friday, Happy Easter Sunday for Christians
Christians across the world are for three days, observing the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday and His rise on the third day, Easter Sunday, following his crucifixion by the Romans in 30 AD.
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Nigeria:
Thank God It's Good Friday
Guardian, 19 April 2019
As Nigerians join the rest of the world in marking this year's Good Friday, it is yet another time to reflect on the state of our nation still struggling in a battle with nation… Read more »
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South Africa:
Road Safety Urged As Easter Rush Gears Up
News24Wire, 19 April 2019
Transport and roads authorities have pleaded for caution during the Easter exodus as people fan out around the country to visit family and friends, or just get a much-needed rest. Read more »
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South Africa:
No Major Delays As Slow-Moving Pilgrimage to Moria Commences
News24Wire, 19 April 2019
Already slow-moving traffic on the road to Moria is expected to increase by Friday afternoon as annual pilgrimage has seen the R71 backed up from the early hours of the morning,… Read more »
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Nigeria:
The Essence of Fasting
Guardian, 18 April 2019
Millions of Christians all over the world are rounding off their fast today and some on Sunday. It is 40 days of self-elected deprivation of food and water, and distancing of… Read more »
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South Africa:
Happy and Safe Easter Holidays
SAnews.gov.za, 18 April 2019
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished South Africans well for the Easter holidays and has called for this period to be observed in a spirit of tolerance, consideration and safety. Read more »
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Kenya:
IG Mutyambai Says Police on High Alert During Easter Holiday
Nation, 18 April 2019
Inspector-General of Police Hillary Mutyambai has assured Kenyans of maximum security during the Easter holiday. Read more »
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South Africa:
Minister Blade Nzimande Joins Easter Road Safety Law Enforcement Activation
Govt of SA, 17 April 2019
Minister Nzimande to join the Easter Road Safety Law Enforcement Activation on the N1 North outside Petroport Read more »