Aneeqa Du Plessis, Author at Voice of the Cape

Board of Healthcare Funders takes NHI fight to court, accuses government of stalling tactics

The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) is set to challenge the National Health Insurance Act (NHI) in the High Court in Pretoria today. They accused the government of using stalling tactics to delay the case. The Board argued that the act is vague, unconstitutional, and unaffordable, warning that it could negatively impact healthcare services and lead to a mass exodus of professionals. According to the BHF’s Katlego Mothudi, President Cyril […]

4 March 2025

International News

Hamas calls on Palestinians to visit Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan in resistance to occupation

Hamas called on Palestinians on Saturday to travel to Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem and engage in worship, steadfastness, and seclusion during the holy month of Ramadan, Anadolu Agency reports. In a statement, the movement urged Palestinians across the West Bank, Jerusalem, and within Israel to “mobilize all efforts this month by traveling to Al-Aqsa Mosque, remaining steadfast, and engaging in seclusion there.” “Let the blessed days and nights of Ramadan […]

2 March 2025

International News

Turkiye calls for ceasefire as Sudan conflict escalates

Turkiye on Saturday expressed sorrow over the continued escalation of the conflict in Sudan and called for a ceasefire in the country. “We are deeply saddened by the ongoing escalation of the conflict in Sudan and the worsening humanitarian situation. We once again call on the parties for a ceasefire and peace to prevent further bloodshed,” Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oncu Keceli said on X. “We once again call on […]

2 March 2025

Local

Police investigate murder cases in Khayelitsha’s suspected incident of taxi violence

Police are investigating a murder and three attempted murder cases following a suspected shooting incident of minibus taxi violence. A 55-year-old man was shot and killed, and three others were wounded in Khayelitsha on Friday. SAPS Spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg stated, “Police officers responded to a report of a shooting on Njabulo Street in Site C, Khayelitsha. Upon arrival, they found the victims suffering from gunshot wounds. A 55-year-old victim […]

1 March 2025

Local

Police investigate shooting incident in Gugulethu

Police are investigating a murder case involving a 72-year-old man who was shot and killed on Great Dutch Street in KTC, Gugulethu, on Friday. SAPS Sergeant Wesley Twigg stated, "According to reports, the victim was sitting on his couch at home when an unknown gunman entered and opened fire. The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was declared dead at the scene by medical personnel. The suspect, who remains unidentified, […]

1 March 2025

Local

Cape Town condemns hijacking of its Bingo anti-litter campaign vehicle in Gugulethu

The City of Cape Town has condemned the incident in which Bingo, their anti-litter mascot vehicle, and the team driver in Gugulethu were ambushed and hijacked on Thursday. The event occurred while the driver was on the way to pick up the team for their next school visit, during which the Toyota Quantum transporting Bingo was stolen. Fortunately, the driver was unharmed in the attack and is currently receiving counseling. […]

1 March 2025

Local

Slanghoek Valley wildfire in Boland contained

The Cape Winelands District Municipality's Fire Services, in partnership with their collaborators, successfully contained a wildfire in Slanghoek Valley overnight. Anesca Roodt, the municipality's spokesperson, reported that the fire, which was first noted late yesterday afternoon, started behind a farm school and quickly spread through dense vegetation toward Goudini. Strong winds initially hindered firefighting efforts. Fortunately, as the winds subsided and cooler conditions prevailed during the night, the teams were […]

1 March 2025

Features

Voice of the Cape Radio Celebrates 30 Years by Honouring Its Legacy

This Ramadan, The Voice of the Cape Radio (VOC) will embark on a nostalgic journey to celebrate its 30th anniversary, paying tribute to its rich broadcasting legacy. As South Africa’s first Muslim radio station, with its broadcasting license held by the Muslim Broadcasting Corporation, VOC has remained a beacon of community-driven excellence since its inception in 1995. In honour of this milestone, the station has invited presenters who were part […]

28 February 2025

Local

Parliament backs funding for missing middle higher education students

Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has announced that the new funding model will provide essential support for middle-class students who do not qualify for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). Committee Chairperson Tebogo Letsie explained that these students can now apply for financial assistance, which will be administered by NSFAS and cover both tuition and housing costs. So far, 17,000 applications have been received, and the program is […]

28 February 2025

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