Aneeqa Du Plessis, Author at Voice of the Cape

Food poisoning: How will the WCED ensure the safety of children?

By Rachel Mohamed Recent reports of fatal food poisoning in the Gauteng province have sparked concern across the country, as parents fear that more children could fall prey to tainted food products, which the National Health Department has pointed to as an unnamed ‘chemical agent’ from unknown origins. These concerns have sparked a conversation with the public calling for greater regulations, which have extended to the Western Cape and the […]

24 October 2024

International

African Mirror | Mozambique Elections and their implications for the future of the country post-elections

By Vusuthando Percyvil Dube The Mozambique elections took place this month with observers indicating issues such as ballot box stuffing, intimidation, and questionable vote counting, which could lessen public confidence in the political structure of the Republic. The recent elections in Mozambique, held this month, have raised serious concerns regarding their integrity and credibility. Observers from various organizations, including European Unions, African Unions, and Dr. Paul Kariuki, Executive Director of […]

24 October 2024

Local

Streetscapes ‘provides job opportunities for those looking for a hand up, not a handout.’

By Vusuthando Percyvil Dube Chronic homelessness is a major issue in many cities across the world, including Cape Town. Amidst the city's bustling streets and gorgeous views is a sizable population of people fighting against the odds to find stability and dignity. Streetscapes, a dedicated non-profit organization, stands at the forefront of efforts to combat this issue, championing a comprehensive approach that emphasizes work, community, and dignity. Finance administrator Nazeema […]

24 October 2024

Local

Human rights defenders march on Union Buildings demanding protection for activists and whistleblowers

By Rachel Mohamed More than one thousand activists have marched to the Union Building in Pretoria today to demand justice and greater protection for whistleblowers in South Africa. Protestors have pointed to numerous cases of activists being either threatened or killed, particularly in the corporate sector. Speaking on VOC News Beat show Thami Nkosi, an organizer and representative of the Centre for Environmental Rights emphasized the lack of a clear […]

22 October 2024

Local

PHA oppose the alleged continuation of the rezoning project!

By Rachel Mohamed The Philippi Horticultural Area (PHA) Food and Farming Campaign has opposed recent reports indicating that developer Oakland City Development will proceed with its rezoning project in the Philippi area, despite it potentially violating municipal bylaws and side-stepping a court interdict. This follows concerns raised by activists over the potential approval of the 479-hectare development in Philippi. They argue that the Oakland City Development could devastate farming on […]

22 October 2024

Local

Mother City’s fuel scarcity is caused by supply constraints

By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert Residents in Cape Town have taken to social media to report fuel shortages of Unleaded Petrol 95 (ULP 95) at several petrol stations, including BP, Shell, and Engen. Some motorists have had to drive for hours to find fuel. Speaking to VOC News, Engen spokesperson Gavin Smith said Engen is aware of the shortage, stating that this is due to a supplier constraint in the area […]

22 October 2024

Local

New Hanover Park Community Health Centre in the works

By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert The Health Chairperson of Hanover Park Day Hospital has confirmed that the hospital will not be shut down. However, an additional facility will be built to ensure that all residents receive care without needing to travel to other districts for government health services. Speaking to VOC Breakfast on Tuesday, Maureen Augustine, the Health Chairperson of Hanover Park Day Hospital, said the new Hanover Park Community Health […]

22 October 2024

Local

The Health Department reveals food poisoning was caused by a chemical agent

By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert The National Institute of Communicable Diseases (NICD) announced that a chemical agent is responsible the recent food poisoning outbreak that has affected several learners in Gauteng. This year, the Gauteng Health Department has recorded 203 incidents of food poisoning, including six fatalities. About a week ago, 35 students in Limpopo received treatment for probable food poisoning. Speaking on VOC Breakfast on Tuesday the department’s national spokesperson, […]

22 October 2024

Local

Over 170 inmates begin writing 2024 matric exams

The Department of Correctional Services said 173 inmates are due to sit for the matric exams for 2024. National Spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo said they have high hopes of achieving a 100% pass rate. “Our inmates are ready to write their exams. We are confident that they will exceed our expectations, and we are proud that they are upskilling themselves,” he added. VOC News Photo: VOCfm/Stockpile

21 October 2024

Aneeqa Du Plessis

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