On Sunday, members of the St John South Africa team gathered at Glenshiel, our national headquarters in Johannesburg, for a special St John Day Lunch. Each year on 24 June, we celebrate the birth of St John the Baptist, the patron saint of the Order of St John — a day observed by St John…
Today, 24 June, is St John Day – the celebration of the birth of St John the Baptist, the patron saint of the Order of St John. It is also the date in 1955 when St John Ambulance and Eye Care moved to its current premises at 129 KE Masinga Rd / Old Fort Rd,…
Mr South Africa is more than just a beauty pageant. Thozamile Lovers Kula is a confident, charismatic young man from Tswelelang, Galeshewe in Kimberley. A proud alumnus of Technical High School, he stood out early on for his talent in debating and public speaking. Today, he is one of the inspiring finalists in the upcoming…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmqXqwSV3bo Video courtesy of St John Ambulance UK – thank you for generously sharing your lifesaving resources. The Recovery Position: A Simple Skill That Can Save a Life Learn how this one technique can help protect someone’s airway while waiting for emergency services. When someone is unconscious but still breathing, knowing what to do in…
Why First Aid Training Matters for Everyone First aid is more than just a skill – it’s a life-saving tool that every person should have. Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time, and knowing how to respond could make all the difference. Whether it’s a child choking, a friend fainting, or a stranger injured in…
Opening Doors to a Career in Care: The uNowanga Nursing Programme. The uNowanga Nursing Programme is a life-changing initiative run by St John South Africa in partnership with the Johanniter Order. Created to tackle youth unemployment while addressing the growing need for caregivers in Germany, this programme equips South African youth aged 18–29 with the…
Clear vision is essential for learning, independence, and quality of life. At St John, we are committed to making eye care accessible to all, which is why we partnered with Hope School to provide free comprehensive eye tests for learners with physical disabilities. Through this initiative, we identified 30 children in need of prescription glasses…
St John South Africa is proud to host the inaugural Master Trainer Programme from 24–30 May 2025 in Cape Town.
From the desk of James Moodie – Chief Commissioner of Brigade As we head into the second quarter of the year, we reflect on a busy and rewarding few months for the St John Brigade. A highlight has been the successful rollout of our Brigade Leadership Training & Information Course, which is already shaping the…
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