IFP urge matriculants not to be deceived

The Inkatha Freedom Party calls upon all Matric students to concentrate on their studies instead of being deceived by self-proclaimed prophets who promised them miracles in their final examinations. This comes after the reports that Bishop HQ Nala of Nala Mandate Church is selling pens that he claims will assist pupils to pass their final year exams, ranging from R10 to R20.

“We are very perturbed by these claims made by Bishop Nala because his claims are misleading and this will have a negative impact in the lives of matric students. We are afraid that, this will result in too many pupils forgetting their books and rush to buy these so called miracle pens. Pupils must know the truth that they will only pass their exams if they studying their books. If they don’t study they will fail,” said IFP KZN Provincial Spokesperson, Mrs Thembeni Madlopha-Mthethwa MPL.

“South Africa has become a safe haven for local and foreign charlatans claiming to be prophets of God and abusing unsuspecting citizens to enrich themselves. We are facing a problem of self-styled leaders, accorded near-divine status, urging their followers to participate in activities seemingly inimical to their wellbeing. These followers blindly trust some pastors’ preposterous claims of miracles, such as raising the dead and deliverance from evil,” continued Mrs Madlopha Mthethwa.

“Their Matric year represents a pivotal time in their lives and offers the opportunity to set the tone for their future life. We look forward to their contribution towards making this province a place of prosperity and forward thinking. This can only be achieved through their determination to get a quality education that will prepare them to become the leaders of the future and to be part of the fast-changing global economy,” concluded Mrs Madlopha-Mthethwa.

The IFP calls for a public debate on the issue of false prophets and is even requesting government intervention to arrest the situation.