Kouthar Sambo, Author at Voice of the Cape

The Cape Town community grieves the loss of yet another significant leader, Sheikh Isgaak Taliep

The Cape Town community, alongside the wider South African community and VOC, grieves the loss of yet another significant leader, Sheikh Isgaak Taliep, who died on Friday night, 10 October 2025. The late Sheikh was a former Secretary General of the Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) and Executive Member of the Al-Quds Foundation South Africa. The Janaazah of Sheikh Isgaak Taliep will commence at 3pm today and will be leaving from […]

12 October 2025

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Hamas has reaffirms its commitment to using all available capabilities and efforts to serve and provide relief to Palestinians in the Gaza

The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has reaffirmed its commitment to using all available capabilities and efforts to serve and provide relief to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Following the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, the spokesperson for Civil Defense in Gaza reported that nearly half a million displaced Palestinians have returned to northern Gaza since the truce took effect. Hamas added that its leadership continues to engage with friendly […]

12 October 2025

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Voc mourns the passing of Boeta Yusuf Fisher

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعونَ Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed, to Him we shall return. The Voice of the Cape expresses deep sorrow at the passing of Moegamat Yusuf Fisher, widely regarded as a broadcasting legend. Shafiq Morton, a close friend, colleague, and VOC presenter and journalist, shared several significant memories of the late Fisher. Listen to the full interview here. Podcast stream by Fabrik.fm Photo: VOCfm

10 October 2025

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Dr. Fatima Hendricks arrives at the Cape Town International Airport and relays her experience after joining the Global Sumud Flotilla

“We bore witness to the brutality of the Zionist regime, even if it was just a glimpse.” This is according to the activist Dr. Fatima Hendricks, who arrived at the Cape Town International Airport on Thursday, as several civil society groups and pro-Palestine members eagerly awaited her arrival. Hendricks joined the Global Sumud Flotilla to break the blockade on Gaza when she was detained by Israeli occupation forces and faced […]

9 October 2025

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Hamas confirms that an agreement to end the genocide in Gaza has been reached

Following extensive negotiations between the Palestinian resistance group Hamas and other Palestinian resistance factions regarding U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal in Sharm el-Sheikh, the resistance confirmed that an agreement has been reached to end the Israeli offensive on Gaza. The agreement stipulates the withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces from Gaza, ensures the free flow of humanitarian aid, and includes provisions for a prisoner exchange. “We highly appreciate the efforts of […]

9 October 2025

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South Africans are online more than anyone else worldwide

Despite experiencing one of the highest unemployment rates globally, South Africans spend more time online than any other population worldwide. The 2025 We Are Social and DataReportal Global Digital Report indicates that South Africans are online for approximately nine hours and 37 minutes each day, which significantly exceeds the global average of six hours. Mike Bolhuise, a special security services expert, stated in an interview with VOC News that the […]

8 October 2025

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Tanzanian law enforcement cautions against utilizing social media to disseminate false information

Tanzanian law enforcement authorities have issued warnings regarding the use of social media to spread misinformation following the circulation of a viral video in which an alleged military officer criticizes the government. This incident occurred three weeks prior to the general elections. Claiming to be "Capt Tesha" from the Air Force, he charges the government with corruption, violations of rights, and meddling in military affairs. Speaking to VOC News, Development […]

8 October 2025

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Hamas and Israeli delegations, alongside international mediators, met in Egypt to dicuss a potential ceasefire

Hamas and Israeli delegations, alongside international mediators, met in Egypt on Monday, 6 October 2025, as U.S. President Donald Trump urged negotiators to “act quickly” to resolve the nearly two-year-long humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. Hamas stated that its delegation is led by Khalil al-Hayya, head of the group’s negotiating team and a target of a recent Israeli assassination attempt in Qatar. Speaking to VOC News, Nasiha Soomar, of […]

7 October 2025

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Civil society groups and pro-Palestine activists arrange a line-up of events, making 7 October 2023

To mark the second anniversary of the ongoing genocide on 7 October 2025, various civil society organizations and pro-Palestinian groups have organized a series of commemorative activities for 7 October 2023. Speaking to VOC News, Uzair Mohamed, Director of Cape Town Intifada, outlined the latest programs and event lineups. Podcast stream by Fabrik.fm Below is a detailed outline of events: World Keffiyeh Week Organisation: EVERYONE Date: 6 - 10th October […]

7 October 2025

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