Michael Swain

Michael Swain

Executive Director
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Michael Swain was raised in England and graduated with an honours degree in Law from the University of Bristol before immigrating to South Africa in 1983. He is a co-founder and former Vice President of the Every Nation movement of churches and ministries.

With more than 30 years of experience in Christian ministry, Michael has served in South Africa, Europe, and the United States. Alongside his ministry work, he has built a successful business career, founding and leading companies across a range of sectors, including software development, events management, marketing, and communications.

Michael currently serves as the Executive Director and primary spokesperson for FOR SA. He is also an allied lawyer with the Global Advocacy Alliance.

Michael and his wife, Lynn, live in Cape Town.

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