Daanyaal Matthews, Author at Voice of the Cape

World Surf League exclude Jeffrey Bay as competition location citing funding issues

In an unprecedented development, the World Surf League (WSL) has cancelled its Corona Open J-Bay, which was scheduled to be held in Jeffreys Bay, citing a lack of funding. Local authorities in Jeffreys Bay have described the absence of the WSL event as damaging to the local economy, which traditionally experiences a significant boost with the arrival of tourists. According to the Executive Mayor of Kouga Municipality, Hattingh Bornman, there […]

28 January 2026

International News

Witness E testimony paints dastardly picture of South African Police Services

An anonymous witness, an undercover detective officer known as Witness E, took the stand at the Madlanga Commission yesterday, stating that the murder of ANC Youth League Secretary-General Sindiso Magaqa was preventable. Witness E explained that he was informed directly by the shooters prior to the murder and that his superiors did not respond adequately when alerted. He admitted that had they acted, the ANC member would still be alive. […]

27 January 2026

International News

NATO Chief states that Europe has no chance without support of the United States

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has stated that without the involvement of the United States, European nations would not be able to defend themselves. In an address to the European Parliament, Rutte argued that the only way for European states to become self-sufficient would be to increase defence expenditure by 10% while also expanding their nuclear capacity, which would require billions more. Speaking to VOC News, Dr Emmanuel Matambo, research director […]

27 January 2026

Uncategorized

Mother City could see return of water restrictions as dam levels continue to lower

The City of Cape Town is expected to enter a water crisis in the coming months following the announcement that Cape Town’s dam levels had fallen to 75.3% on the 15th of December 2025, indicating a decrease of 18% from 2024. The city has moved to ‘early drought caution’ as demand rises and rainfall remains below average. Speaking to VOC News, Zahid Badroodien states that the trend has only worsened, […]

26 January 2026

News

President Ramaphosa appoints Andy Mothibi as head of National Prosecuting Authority

By Daanyaal Matthews President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Andy Mothibi as head of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). While Mothibi was not a candidate for interviews for the position of National Director of Public Prosecutions, President Ramaphosa stated that this is due to the panel finding none of the six interviewed candidates eligible for the position. Speaking to VOC News, Doctor Suhayfa Bhamjee, Senior Lecturer in Criminal Law at the University of […]

8 January 2026

Featured

Today, the 16th of December 2025, South Africa observes Reconciliation Day — a moment to contemplate the nation’s path from Apartheid to unity and social healing

Today, the 16th of December 2025, South Africa observes Reconciliation Day — a moment to contemplate the nation’s path from Apartheid to unity and social healing. Although the day marks progress, uncertainties continue to loom, and questions still arise as to whether genuine reconciliation has been attained among communities. Speaking to VOC News, Jordan Pieters from the Cape Youth Collective delved into the significance of the day and shed light […]

16 December 2025

Featured

ActionSA asserts that the City of Cape Town has violated its licensing terms concerning the release of sewage into the sea

As residents and environmental advocates are alert to rising health and ecological dangers following the sewage release at Cape Town’s beaches, political party ActionSA has openly condemned the City. The party has filed an appeal with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment to prevent the City from granting new sewage discharge licenses. Speaking to VOC News, Mayco Member for Water and Sanitation, Zahid Badroodien, stated that the party […]

16 December 2025

Featured

Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen’s death: A remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six

Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen's death — a remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six, street singing, the nag troepe ( traditional Malay choirs of Cape Town), and the klopse — his legacy remains etched in people's memory. From the renowned musical District Six to beloved qasidah recordings, Petersen's creations embodied both the spirit and faith of the Cape. Speaking to VOC News, Petersen’s daughter Jawaarhier Petersen, reflected […]

16 December 2025

Featured

A Middle Eastern analyst says that Israel violating the ceasefire agreement is no surprise

Following the announcement by Hamas of the killing of its senior commander Raed Saad in an Israeli strike in Gaza on Saturday, 13 December 2025, Hamas's Gaza leader Khalil al-Hayya said Israel was violating the ceasefire agreement. Speaking to VOC News, Naeem Jeena, senior researcher at Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflections and Middle Eastern analyst, said the move is no surprise because “Israelis have been violating the ceasefire agreement from […]

15 December 2025

Daanyaal Matthews

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