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Several pro-Palestine members, activists, and civil society groups convened at the Sea Point Promenade

Several pro-Palestine members, activists, and civil society groups convened at the Sea Point Promenade in Cape Town on Sunday, 27 July 2025, calling for an end to the starvation of people in Gaza. The move comes as Israel imposes its blockade on Gaza, blocking and destroying humanitarian aid. Speaking to VOC News, Megan Choritz, a representative from South African Jews for a Free Palestine (SAJFP), who participated in the solidarity […]

today29 July 2025

Cape Town

Eskom has been ordered to pay nearly R1 billion to the French nuclear contractor Framatome

Early reports indicate that Eskom has been ordered to pay nearly R1 billion to the French nuclear contractor Framatome. This ruling follows a decision by the Western Cape High Court, which found that the utility had refused to pay damages after canceling a contract to install steam generators at the Koeberg nuclear power station. Energy analyst Chris Yelland commented on the situation during an interview with VOC News, emphasizing that […]

today29 July 2025

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PSA: “Gaza is in an emergency of starvation and needs daily truckloads of food, medicine, and humanitarian aid to flow in immediately and unconditionally”

As Gaza faces a man-made famine and widespread starvation, the Palestine Solidarity Alliance (PSA) has condemned the limited opening of corridors for food and humanitarian aid to enter the region. "Gaza is in an emergency of starvation and needs daily truckloads of food, medicine, and humanitarian aid to flow in immediately and unconditionally. We remain outraged at the escalating and dire situation unfolding live in Gaza and will not stop […]

today28 July 2025

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Hamas: “We clearly state that negotiations are meaningless while the siege, genocide, and starvation of our people continue”

"We clearly state that negotiations are meaningless while the siege, genocide, and starvation of our children, women, and people in Gaza continue. We refuse to let our people’s suffering and blood be bargaining chips for the occupation’s political games." This is according to Dr. Khalil Al-Hayya, a leader in Gaza and head of its negotiating delegation for the Palestinian resistance group Hamas. His remarks follow the announcement by Israeli Prime […]

today28 July 2025

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Netanyahu and Trump appear to abandon Gaza ceasefire negotiations with Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump appeared on Friday, 25 July 2025, to abandon Gaza ceasefire negotiations with the Palestinian resistance group Hamas. According to Trump and Netanyahu, the resistance group did not want a deal. Furthermore, Netanyahu said Israel was now mulling "alternative" options to achieve its goals of bringing its hostages home from Gaza and ending Hamas rule in the enclave. Trump said he […]

today26 July 2025

Cape Town

Twelve-year-old Thanaa Voterson from Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, dazzled audiences and judges with her remarkable vocals and brought home gold

By Kouthar Sambo Twelve-year-old Thanaa Voterson from Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, dazzled audiences and judges with her remarkable vocals, becoming the youngest vocalist to win a gold medal at an international competition. Competing at the Mediterranean Legends singing competition held over the weekend in Spain and France, she showcased extraordinary talent and poise that belied her age. "She began singing at the age of four, and one of her preschool teachers […]

today25 July 2025

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Hamas condemns Knesset’s vote on a motion to impose ‘sovereignty’ over the occupied West Bank

"The Zionist occupation Knesset’s vote on a motion to impose 'sovereignty' over the occupied West Bank, as a prelude to its annexation, is a null and illegitimate measure that will not alter the Palestinian identity of the land." This is according to the Palestinian resistance group Hamas, following what they view as a challenge to international laws and resolutions, as well as an extension of the numerous violations committed by […]

today24 July 2025

Cape Town

The MK Party tables a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa

The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK Party) has tabled a motion of no confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa, citing his failure to dismiss Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and adequately protect vulnerable citizens. The party has called for a special parliamentary session to be held within two weeks to debate and vote on this motion. "It is evident that the MK Party dislikes President Cyril Ramaphosa, especially since Jacob Zuma, a significant figure […]

today24 July 2025

Cape Town

The Appropriation Bill passed with 262 votes in favour and 90 against

Initial concerns over Budget 2025 appeared to ease on Wednesday after Parliament approved the Appropriation Bill. The bill passed with 262 votes in favour and 90 against. It now moves to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) for further consideration. Speaking to VOC News, political analyst Professor Levy Ndou emphasized that this is a crucial moment for parties to navigate and negotiate their positions within the Government of National Unity […]

today24 July 2025

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