Dr. Gustav was born in Zambia in 1956 and moved to Cape Town after growing up in Gauteng. 31 years ago he was moved by the needs of the people of Kraaifontein in Cape Town South Africa and chose to re-establish himself and his family in this community. Having a great love for people and being moved with compassion for the lost and dying, he initiated several outreaches in this community. He founded the Kraaifontein Christian Revival Centre in 1981, which is also known today as Lofdal International. He planted several other ministries in his 38 years of ministry and is fathering several in South Africa as well as Internationally. Lofdal International in Cape Town has 3 campuses and is facilitating more than 15 services on a Sunday. The ministry has 20 satellite churches that are being mentored by Dr. du Toit.