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365 Day Prayer Shield Over South Africa

What if the Church prayed without ceasing — not for a season, but for a whole year?

We are inviting every believer, every church, and every prayer network to join us in placing a 365-day prayer shield over our nation. One hour at a time. One heart at a time. Together.

When every slot is filled, South Africa will be covered in 24/7 unbroken intercession — crying out for healing, for breakthrough, and for God’s hand to move powerfully across our land.

How it works: Book one or more hourly prayer slots across the full year. When all slots are filled, we achieve continuous, unbroken prayer coverage over the nation. Daily prayer points will be available below the calendar to guide your time with God.

This is your invitation.
This is our moment.
Will you take your place on the wall?

How to Book Your Slots

1. Select the Date: Click on a day in the calendar grid below. 2. Select Hourly Slots: Choose one or more hours you wish to cover. 3. Confirm Selection: Click the "Confirm" button to finalize your commitment.
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Fully covered! However, you are welcome to book these times too. The more prayer cover, the better!

Our goal is to turn the whole calendar Green so our nation is covered with Prayer, 24/7! If you see a Red or Yellow day or hour slot, that is a great place to start.

Tip: You can select multiple hours across all the months before clicking confirm. Once confirmed, you can download your slots to sync with your mobile calendar.

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Scriptural Anchors during these 365 Days of Prayer

2 Chronicles 7:14 “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from  heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” (Primary anchor scripture – national repentance and healing)
Joel 2:12-13 “Now, therefore,” says the Lord, “Turn to Me with all your heart, With fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.” So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the Lord your God, For He is gracious and merciful, Slow to anger, and of great kindness; And He relents from doing harm.” (Consecration through heartfelt repentance and returning to God)
Leviticus 20:7-8 “Consecrate yourselves therefore, and be holy, for I am the Lord your God. And you shall keep My statutes, and perform them: I am the Lord who sanctifies you.” (National holiness and separation unto God)
Psalm 33:12 “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.” (National alignment under God’s Lordship)
Daniel 9:4-5 “And I prayed to the Lord my God, and made confession, and said, ‘O Lord, great and awesome God, who keeps His covenant and mercy with those who love Him, and with those who keep His commandments, we have sinned and committed iniquity, we have done wickedly and rebelled, even by departing from Your precepts and Your judgments.’” (Identification repentance for national sin)
Romans 12:1 “Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.” (Consecration and surrender)
Psalm 24:3-4 “Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, Who has not lifted up his soul to an idol, Nor sworn deceitfully.” (Purity and spiritual preparation before God)

Personal Prophetic Declarations to Pray every day.

NB: Before embarking on these prayers, pronounce these declarations which establish:

  • The Lordship of Jesus Christ over your life (authority and alignment)
  • Justification and covering (blood and righteousness)
  • Protection (Isaiah 54:17 principle)
  • Consecration and separation (holiness and spiritual boundaries)

I declare that my life and all that concerns me is under the Lordship of Jesus Christ (Romans 14:8; Colossians 1:16–18).
I declare that the blood of Jesus speaks on my behalf, and I am the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus (Hebrews 12:24; 2 Corinthians 5:21).
I declare that no weapon formed against me or all that concerns me shall prosper because of these intercessory prayers, in Jesus’ Name (Isaiah 54:17).
I separate myself from all ungodly soul ties, monitoring spirits, and familiar spirits, in the Name of Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 6:17; Colossians 2:15). Amen.

Prayer Scriptures

During your prayer slot if you have worked through the daily prayer points or at any given time if you are not sure what to pray exactly, use this PDF below and read the scriptures out loud. There is power in God’s Word and praying through scriptures.

Today's Prayer Points

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

WEEK 14: KINGDOM FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES   

Day 94 (2 September 2026)

Theme: Building Healthy Kingdom Communities

Action item 1: Restore a culture of belonging and mutual responsibility

Acts 2:42-47 “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43Then fear came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. 44Now all who believed were together and had all things in common 46 continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, 47praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”

Philippians 4:19 “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”

Romans 12:4-5 “For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, 5so we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another.”

Galatians 6:2 “Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.”

  • Father, thank You that we are all members of one body, the Body of Christ. The enemy’s greatest strategy is to divide Your body and make us feel disconnected from one another. There where the enemy divides and isolates, Christ Jesus unites us. Add daily to Your church as we remain faithful to Your Word, fellowship, communion and prayer. Lord, we ask for the increase in souls as the Fear of the Lord spreads over our communities. Jehovah Jireh, we acknowledge You as our only Source. You have never failed us. You have promised that You shall supply all our needs according to Your riches in glory by Christ Jesus, and not one of Your promises have failed. Lord, Your Word never returns empty. What You have spoken, You will accomplish.” Father, You have promised, where there is lack, You will provide; sickness, restore health; replace fear with a revelation of Your perfect love, where there is confusion, bring order and direction. Where there seems to be no way forward, make a way through the wilderness. Restore a culture of belonging to replace the loneliness, raise people to come alongside a burden, bringing it before You in prayer. Unite us as a people who belong to one another, and who are willing to stand together in prayer and faith. Let Your love, Your presence and Your faithfulness be seen among us, and let this culture of belonging draw people to Christ.

Action item 2: Strengthen communities to care for the vulnerable

James 1:27Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.”

Proverbs 31:8-9 “Open your mouth for the speechless, in the cause of all who are appointed to die. 9Open your mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.” (NKJV)

Isaiah 58:6-10 “Is this not the fast that I have chosen: To loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every yoke?

7Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and that you bring to your house the poor who are cast out; when you see the naked, that you cover him, and not hide yourself from your own flesh? 8Then your light shall break forth like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. 9Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’ “If you take away the yoke from your midst, the pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness, 10If you extend your soul to the hungry and satisfy the afflicted soul, then your light shall dawn in the darkness, and your darkness shall be as the noonday.” (NKJV)

  • As our Father, we ask in the name of Jesus that You give us Your heart for the widows and orphans, those who are hurting, vulnerable and carrying heavy burdens. Give us hearts that respond to the needs of children, the elderly, widows, single parents, those living in poverty, people with disabilities, and those who feel marginalised. Give us as the Church wisdom to know what to do, compassion to respond, and generosity to share what You have placed in our hands. Activate Your Church and families in bringing practical support, restoring dignity and reminding people that they are seen, valued and loved. Teach us to pray for others, to speak up for those without a voice, and to stand with those who are struggling. Lord, as we extend ourselves to those in need, let Your Word come alive among us. Let Your light break forth in places of darkness, let healing spring forth, and let burdens be lifted. When we call, we know You are there. When we cannot see a way forward, You make a way. Let breakthrough come not only to individuals, but throughout the Body as we care for one another and trust You together. Make our churches, families and communities places where people are seen, supported and restored.  

Action item 3: Cultivate generous and servant-hearted communities.

1 Peter 4:8-10 “And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” 9Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. 10As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards…”

Philippians 2:3-4 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

Hebrews 13:1-3,16 “Let brotherly love continue. 2Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels. 3Remember the prisoners as if chained with them, those who are mistreated, since you yourselves are in the body also. 16 But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased”

  • Father, birth a spirit of love within us, not only for our brothers and sisters, but for those who do not yet know You. Let us see people through the eyes of Jesus and love them as He does. Use our lives to draw people to Christ, so they may know that His invitation is for all and that the way to the Father is open to everyone through Jesus. As we learn to see others through Your eyes, may our focus shift to loving them into Your Kingdom. Teach us to treat people with such love, compassion and kindness that they are drawn to You. Let our generosity, our hospitality and our service reflect Jesus. Remove all selfish ambition or conceit from those who are building for self-gain, soften their hearts to experience Your love for the poor, vulnerable and the marginalized. Father, You have given each of us gifts, abilities and resources; teach us to use them as we serve one another and grow in the stewardship of Your grace. Give us willing hearts to do good, to share what we have, and to serve without grumbling or looking for recognition. Let our generosity and service flow from our love for You and become a blessing to those around us. We pray in the name of Jesus.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:

  • We declare that our churches, families and communities will see the vulnerable and respond with compassion.
  • We declare that God is raising generous and servant-hearted people.
  • We declare selfish ambition, competition and indifference are giving way to love, hospitality, generosity and a willingness to serve one another.
  • We declare that Jesus will be seen through the way we love and care for one another.
  • Our unity, generosity and compassion will become a witness to our communities, and the Lord will draw people to Christ and add to His Church.

South Africa Prayer Coverage Map

Visualizing where prayer is rising across our nation

177
Cities Praying
49
International & Online Registrations
1 intercessor
2-9 intercessors
10+ intercessors
How to read the map: Red circles = 1 intercessor, Orange = 2-9 intercessors, Green = 10+ intercessors. Larger circles indicate more intercessors. Map shows only physical locations in South Africa.

Cities Praying (177)

Cape Town 238
Pretoria 214
Johannesburg 104
Durban 87
Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) 62
Centurion 54
Bloemfontein 48
Randburg 41
Roodepoort 39
East London 38
Pietermaritzburg 37
George 37
Polokwane (Pietersburg) 34
Kempton Park 33
Boksburg 33
Durbanville 33
Hermanus 32
Ermelo 31
Alberton 31
Mossel Bay 29
Nelspruit (Mbombela) 29
Midrand 28
Benoni 21
Krugersdorp 21
Somerset West 20
Vereeniging 19
Klerksdorp 19
Paarl 18
Stellenbosch 18
Rustenburg 18
Sandton 17
Brits 17
Springs 16
Witbank (Emalahleni) 16
Potchefstroom 16
Vanderbijlpark 16
Ballito 16
Mahikeng 15
Tzaneen 15
Soweto 15
Robertson 14
Kimberley 13
Oudtshoorn 12
Edenvale 11
Middelburg 11
Kuils River 11
Newcastle 11
Volksrust 11
White River 10
Umhlanga 10
Ladysmith 10
Scottburgh 10
Vredenburg 10
Richards Bay 9
Pinetown 9
Amanzimtoti 9
Secunda 9
Port Shepstone 9
Welkom 9
Stilfontein 8
Worcester 8
Gordon's Bay 8
Germiston 8
Vryheid 7
Machadodorp 7
Saldanha 7
Randfontein 7
Sasolburg 7
Bredasdorp 7
Mthatha 7
Kloof 6
Malmesbury 6
Port Alfred 6
Knysna 6
Meyerton 6
Kathu 6
Margate 6
Wellington 6
Strand 6
Jeffrey's Bay 6
Swellendam 5
Westville 5
Kroonstad 5
Estcourt 5
Modimolle 5
Phalaborwa 5
Springbok 5
Queenstown (Komani) 4
Aliwal North 4
Bela-Bela 4
Standerton 4
Zeerust 4
Brakpan 4
Douglas 4
Gansbaai 4
Montagu 4
Uitenhage 4
Bedfordview 4
Sabie 4
Hillcrest 4
Piet Retief 3
Bothaville 3
Giyani 3
Paul Roux 3
Thohoyandou 3
Ceres 3
Somerset East 3
Upington 3
Primrose 3
Caledon 3
Groot-Brakrivier 3
Katlehong 3
Mokopane 3
Lephalale 3
Harrismith 3
Hopetown 3
Velddrif 3
Underberg 2
Howick 2
Nigel 2
Mtubatuba 2
Vryburg 2
Bhisho 2
De Aar 2
Lydenburg 2
Graaff-Reinet 2
Kuruman 2
Queensburgh 2
Vrede 2
Humansdorp 2
Vredendal 2
Parys 2
Plettenberg Bay 2
Piketberg 2
Prieska 2
Kriel 2
Bethal 2
Beaufort West 2
Heilbron 2
Bethlehem 2
Stutterheim 2
St Francis Bay 2
Frankfort 2
Petrus Steyn 2
Tulbagh 2
Grabouw 1
Fort Beaufort 1
Fochville 1
Sannieshof 1
Grahamstown (Makhanda) 1
Turffontein 1
Delareyville 1
Winterveld 1
Zastron 1
Carletonville 1
Mafikeng 1
Thabazimbi 1
Phoenix 1
New Germany 1
Keimoes 1
Cullinan 1
Ficksburg 1
Empangeni 1
Eshowe 1
KwaDukuza 1
Coligny 1
Port Saint John's 1
Musina 1
Cofimvaba 1
Koffiefontein 1
Mount Fletcher 1
Hartswater 1
Sibasa 1
Reitz 1
Lichtenburg 1
Naboomspruit 1
Pofadder 1
International & Online Registrations 49