Pray
STORIES & NEWS

Incoming Translation News

Story Menu:

50 Years of Bible Translation (Part 2)

1985-1995: WSA Established

A display of Wycliffe materials in the early 90s

1986

In 1986, the leadership of WSA was handed over to Harry and Elsbeth Brasem, who continued the work of their predecessors. Wycliffe SA’s contribution to the worldwide need for Bible translation began to grow.

1986

1991

Global Changes

All Wycliffe divisions became independent. Wycliffe SA becomes a registered non-profit organisation in South Africa, and is no longer a division of Wycliffe USA.

The first Board is established with Derek Fivaz as Chairman—a role he will continue to fill until the end of 2015. Denis Douglas is another founding member of the Board. An office facility is set up next to the home of the Brasems in Kempton Park.

1994

International Travel Made Possible

In 1994, the borders opened, and South Africans were free to go abroad with SA passports.

During the 90’s huge shifts were taking place across the globe that would soon impact Wycliffe South Africa…

1994

subscribe newsletter heading

subscribe newsletter heading mobile