Aneeqa Du Plessis, Author at Voice of the Cape

Indonesian Independence Day Celebrated in Cape Town, Highlighting Historic South Africa Ties

By Daanyaal Matthews The Indonesian Consulate celebrated Indonesian Independence Day earlier today, marking the archipelago’s 81st anniversary of independence from colonial rule. The consulate hosted members of the Indonesian community in South Africa, as well as other esteemed guests. The gathering featured a vibrant display of Indonesian culture, with the country’s cuisine and heritage on full display. Speaking to VOC News, His Excellency Mr Tudiono highlighted the historic ties between […]

17 August 2026

Local

Heinz Park Activist Raises Concern Over Outsiders Being Hired for Community Projects

By Odwa Mkentane Many residents across the Cape Flats say they are being left without access to basic services. In Heinz Park, residents are raising concerns about being excluded from community development projects and struggling to access library services. Speaking to VOC, Heinz Park activist Tashreeq Perry says people from outside the community are being employed on projects intended to benefit local residents, leaving community members feeling sidelined and frustrated. […]

17 August 2026

Local

SCOPA to Hear Key Update on State Capture Probes, Corruption Cases and Asset Recovery

By Odwa Mkentane The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) is set to receive a key briefing tomorrow from law enforcement and investigative agencies on progress in tackling corruption and recovering state assets. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) will provide updates on investigations, criminal referrals, prosecutions and asset recovery linked to SIU probes, including follow-ups to recommendations made by […]

17 August 2026

Local

Mike Bolhuis Calls for Digital Probe into Murder of Off-Duty Nyanga Police Officer

By Odwa Mkentane Following the murder of an off-duty police officer in Nyanga on Saturday, crime expert Mike Bolhuis says the investigation must establish whether the officer was specifically targeted by examining his phone activity and digital and electronic communications. An off-duty police official was shot and killed in circumstances that are being investigated by Hawks detectives. Bolhuis says the officer could have been an innocent victim who was simply […]

17 August 2026

Local

Court Ruling Strengthens Public Transport Safety

By Lee Yandra Paulsen Western Cape MEC for Mobility Isaac Sileku has welcomed a Western Cape High Court ruling that found the Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (CODETA), the Khayelitsha Somerset West Local Taxi Association (KSWLTA), and 23 individuals in contempt of court. The ruling follows an interim court order that prohibited the affected taxi associations and their members from interfering with public transport services, intimidating transport operators, […]

24 July 2026

Local

PSA Urges Increased Funding for IPID Following High-Profile Precious Stones Heist Arrests

By Odwa Mkentane The Public Servants Association (PSA) has called on the National Treasury to allocate sufficient funding to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) to ensure that its investigators are properly equipped and supported. This comes after suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and Witness K, who previously testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, were added as accused in the alleged R15-million precious stones […]

22 July 2026

Local

Toxicologist Warns of Surge in Illegal Hazardous Pesticides in South Africa

By Odwa Mkentane Toxicologist Dr Gerhard Verdoorn has warned that the country is facing a serious problem with the illegal importation and distribution of highly hazardous pesticides. Verdoorn says some undocumented migrants bring banned pesticides across the northern and eastern borders to trade for local currency. He also notes that some communities mistakenly believe highly toxic pesticides such as aldicarb and terbufos are effective rodenticides, despite the severe health risks […]

20 July 2026

Local

Western Cape Offers Free Vehicle Safety Checks for Scholar and Public Transport

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape Government is offering free vehicle safety checks for scholar transport and public transport vehicles from Tuesday to Thursday this week as part of efforts to improve road safety for learners and commuters. The Provincial Mobility Department says the initiative aims to encourage drivers and operators to proactively assess the condition of their vehicles before mechanical problems arise. Department spokesperson Muneera Allie said preventative vehicle […]

20 July 2026

Local

Golden Arrow Driver Suspended After Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Cape Town

By Odwa Mkentane Golden Arrow Bus Service (GABS) has confirmed that one of its bus drivers has been suspended following a fatal accident at the corner of Plein and Strand streets on Thursday morning. A woman, who has not yet been identified, was knocked down by a bus while crossing the road. GABS spokesperson Bronwen Dyke-Beyer said the investigation is ongoing and that the company is fully cooperating with the […]

17 July 2026

Aneeqa Du Plessis

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