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…
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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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 has been selected as one of the beneficiaries of the proceeds from Lift Up Your Voice, a collection of sermons by Nigel Willis, a retired judge of the Supreme Court of Appeal and an ordained minister in the Anglican Church of Southern Africa. This special anthology commemorates the 120th anniversary of St George’s…
Following in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the highest honour within the global Order of St John, the Bailiff Grand Cross, has been made to the Chancellor of the South African Priory, Stuart Waetzel. Stuart Waetzel is highly respected in his role as Chancellor of the South African Priory. With over…
From the desk of James Moodie – Chief Commissioner of Brigade This year has been one of remarkable growth for the St John Brigade in South Africa, with membership more than doubling nationwide. As we reflect on the past year’s successes, we look forward to building on this momentum in 2025 with a dynamic programme…
St John Durban staff had a sneak preview of life in Durban in the mid ‘50s after being gifted two St John Ambulance diaries – for 1956 and 1957. The diaries shared some fascinating facts and figures: in 1955 alone St John Durban ambulances travelled nearly 15, 000 miles on over 800 trips carrying 400…
BOOK YOUR TRAINING TRAINING CENTRES First Aid Level 3 is an advanced course designed for individuals seeking in-depth first aid knowledge or those who will lead first aid teams. It builds upon the foundations of Levels 1 and 2, providing a more detailed understanding and offering extensive practical application. This course is perfect for anyone…