Oyisa George

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has requested the National Treasury to investigate alleged irregularities in the procurement of foundation phase textbooks, amid concerns over transparency and fairness in the process. In a statement, Gwarube said she was alarmed by reports highlighting possible procurement issues, warning that the matter could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s education system. “These allegations are gravely concerning. At stake is the delivery of quality education […]

A robotics and coding club from Erica Primary School in Belhar is appealing for financial and logistical support as it prepares to compete on the international stage in Australia later this year. The RC Squared Robotics and Coding Club has qualified for the First LEGO League Asia Pacific Championship, which will be held in Sydney in July. The team, known as the “Pixel Pioneers”, will compete against some of the […]

Mop-up operations are underway across parts of the Western Cape following heavy rainfall that caused flooding and disruption over the weekend. In Dunoon, the City of Cape Town says flooding impacts were worsened in the Silverleaf Street area due to illegal structures built over key stormwater and sewer infrastructure. Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility Rob Quintas, speaking to VOC News while assessing the area, said most parts of Dunoon […]

The City of Cape Town has begun rolling out nearly 18,500 flu vaccines across its clinics ahead of the winter season, as health authorities warn of a rise in influenza cases. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases has already flagged an increase in flu cases, with clinics expected to have full vaccine stock by 24 April. Vulnerable groups, including pregnant women, the elderly, and people living with chronic illnesses, will […]

Scenes of chaos unfolded at Athlone Stadium on Thursday as thousands of job seekers gathered for the City of Cape Town’s “Day of 1 000 Opportunities” recruitment drive. An estimated 25,000 people arrived at the venue, far exceeding capacity, as hopeful applicants queued to be screened for jobs in the contact centre industry. According to reports and videos circulating on social media, tensions escalated when sections of the crowd forced […]

Residents in Delft have raised concerns over a construction project they say is blocking access to their homes, citing fears over safety, emergency access, and a lack of proper consultation. The dispute centres on a church being built near Ngwenya Street, which residents claim will leave little to no space between their homes and the new structure. Resident Linda Lumani said the situation has already disrupted daily life and could […]