August Brigade Report 2024
The latest issue of the Madireng newsletter.
Women Carrying the Sword / Saroj Rajoo
Saroj Rajoo, Director of Training and Regional Director of St John, Western Cape, is looking imposing as she carries the ceremonial St John sword at the recent St John Investiture held in Cape Town last month. Saroj is following in the footsteps of Penny Mordaunt, Leader of the House of Commons and Lord President of…
The International Women’s Committee Chair / Fatima Hoosen
Durban based national director of St John Eye Care, Fatima Hoosen, has been chosen to chair The International Women’s Committee – a huge honour, and an appropriate acknowledgement as South Africa commemorates women’s month. The International Women’s Committee consists of women from St John Priories and oorganizations worldwide. “It is an immense privilege to chair…
Investiture Ceremony | 29 June 2024
People who have done something special for St John are invested into the Order at an Investiture Ceremony. An Investiture and Rededication Ceremony was held recently at the St Oswald’s Anglican Church in Milnerton, Cape Town. It was wonderful to see family and friends of the postulants, both who were admitted into the Order of…
Nelson Mandela Day | 2024
This Thursday, July 18, marks Mandela Day, a global celebration honoring Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy. It’s a day encouraging individuals and organizations to reflect on Mandela’s values and make a positive community impact. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organisations to take time to reflect on Mandela’s values and…
St John Day 2024
Traditionally 24 June is the celebration of St John the Baptist, to whom the Order of St John – one of the oldest NGOs in the world – is dedicated. St John’s Day has been celebrated on June 24 since the fourth Century. It was created by the Catholic Church to honour the birth of…
CPR & AED Demo / June 8th, 2024
We recently spent a collaborative morning with World International Chess Master Jesse February at the Grand Cafe at Intercare Bellville. This unique event brought together strategic minds and lifesaving skills in an engaging setting. The event featured interactive chess sessions led by Jesse from Bright Stars Chess Academy, alongside hands-on first aid training from St.…
Brigade Youth Leaders / 2024
Meet two of our exceptional young leaders in the St John Brigade South Africa: Ms. Jade Cameron, the current Cadet of The Year, and Sgt. Wardah Isaacs, our Youth Leader of the Year. These inspiring young ladies exemplify dedication, skill, and leadership, making significant contributions to their communities and setting a high standard for their…
The Comrades Marathon & St John
St John has been a fixture at the Comrades Marathon pretty much since the race’s beginning, which is probably for almost 80 years….. and this year will be no exception. Its Comrades day this Sunday – 9 June. Of course, as we know Comrades is the world’s largest and oldest ultramarathon race: approximately 88 kilometres…
The uNowanga Project & St John South Africa
uNowanga, in partnership with St John South Africa, is creating opportunities to fundamentally change the lives of unemployed South Africans who are looking the develop their skills in healthcare and nursing. uNowanga is a brain gain programme that seeks to connect young South Africans to sponsored, professional training opportunities, with guaranteed long-term employment post-training, at…