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…
Discover how St John’s eye care centres provide essential screenings to detect diabetes and preserve vision in communities across South Africa.
Not for ourselves, but for others. Today, 11 November, is Armistace Day – better known as Remembrance Day – when we pay tribute and honour those men, women and animals who have served in wars, and those who have died in the line of duty. Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed since the end…
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…
World Stroke Day, recognised on 29 October, raises global awareness about stroke, emphasising prevention, early recognition, and support for survivors. As stroke remains a leading cause of disability and the second most common cause of death, the World Stroke Organisation (WSO) established this day to educate on its risks, recognise warning signs, and stress the…
Five major civil society partners whose combined expertise comprises the South African Eyecare Coalition, an umbrella body driving meaningful eye health, will work together with coalition partner The SA Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS) KZN in an outreach programme to provide vision screening for children in Underberg on Thursday 10 October – as their…
Following two incredibly successful projects with Sasol, where we provided spectacles to elderly community members and individuals with disabilities, we’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact that improved vision can have on one’s quality of life. Building on this success, we are thrilled to announce a new, larger-scale partnership with Sasol to extend our vision testing…
Grand Council is a two-day annual event that takes place once a year in a different St John establishment within the worldwide St John family. This year’s Grand Council was held in Cardiff, Wales. by Stuart Waetzel – Chancellor This year I attended my first Grand Council of the Order, the annual meeting which brings…