Ragheema Mclean, Author at Voice of the Cape

MEET THE MAYORS | Cheslyn Daniels Puts Safety and Economic Opportunity at the Top of PA Mayoral Agenda

As the countdown to the 4 November Local Government Elections continues, VOC’s Meet the Mayors puts the spotlight on another candidate vying to lead the City of Cape Town. This week, the focus is on Patriotic Alliance mayoral candidate Cheslyn Daniels, who outlined his vision for the city and the changes he believes are needed to improve the lives of residents. Daniels says his administration would prioritise safety and economic […]

15 September 2026

Local

Matric Exam Countdown: Psychologist Urges Learners to Take It “Day by Day”

With just one month to go before the matric final exams, more than 71,000 learners across the Western Cape are entering the final stretch of their school careers. With pressure to perform and expectations from parents and learners themselves, educational psychologist Dr Yusuf Lalkhen says stress during this period is normal and manageable. Speaking to VOC, Lalkhen says learners should avoid becoming overwhelmed by looking at the entire month ahead […]

15 September 2026

Local

Man in custody after allegedly breaching Parliament security

A man in his 30s is in police custody after allegedly unlawfully entering the parliamentary precinct in the early hours of Friday morning. Parliament says the man was immediately apprehended by Parliamentary Protection Services before being handed over to the South African Police Service. Parliament spokesperson Moloto Mothapo says the incident did not disrupt parliamentary operations. He says Parliament takes unauthorised access seriously and continues to maintain appropriate security measures. […]

14 September 2026

Local

ANC candidate list dispute heads to Electoral Court

The Electoral Commission says the ANC must take responsibility for failing to submit its candidate lists on time for six municipalities. The ANC has told the Electoral Court that candidate information was captured and uploaded before the deadline, but technical problems prevented the final submissions from being completed. Political analyst Sanet Solomon says the dispute could have implications for the ANC ahead of the Local Government Elections. “I think one […]

14 September 2026

Local

Wheel to Heal and Masjid Love Launch Hijra Cycling Waqf Legacy Tour

A group of around 30 cyclists will undertake a 500-kilometre journey from Makkah to Madinah in December, as part of the Hijra Cycling Waqf Legacy Tour. The initiative is a collaboration between Wheel to Heal and Masjid Love, with cyclists departing South Africa on 9 December before travelling to Makkah. Following Umrah, the group will set off from Makkah for Madinah on 12 December. The journey is intended to reflect […]

11 September 2026

Local

MURA Calls on Mitchells Plain Residents to Nominate Community Champions

As Mitchells Plain celebrates its 50th anniversary, the community is also being encouraged to recognise the people who have dedicated their time and energy to making a difference. The Mitchell’s Plain United Residents Association (MURA) is hosting its second annual Community Service Awards, honouring local champions across categories including sport, education, business, safety, welfare, youth, arts and culture. MURA deputy chairperson Norman Jantjes says the awards are an opportunity to […]

11 September 2026

Local

Cape Town Ratepayers Feel the Pinch as Municipal Costs Rise

Cape Town residents are facing growing pressure on household budgets as annual increases in municipal rates and service charges add to the rising cost of living. Ratepayers say the increases are becoming increasingly difficult to absorb, with some questioning why their bills have not come down following a High Court ruling on the City’s calculation of fixed charges. Chairperson of the Cape Town Collective Ratepayers’ Association, Bas Zuidberg, says the […]

10 September 2026

Local

Psychologist Warns of Risks of Early Social Media Exposure for Children

More children are getting access to cellphones and social media from a young age, raising concerns about the impact of online exposure on their development. While technology can provide children with opportunities to learn, communicate and connect, excessive screen time and social-media use can also affect their mood, anxiety levels, confidence and self-image. Speaking to VOC, clinical psychologist Shelley Hall says parents should consider their child’s personality and ability to […]

10 September 2026

Local

Young people urged to consider TVET colleges for 2027

Education activist Hendrick Makaneta is encouraging young South Africans to consider technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges when applying for the 2027 academic year. Applications for TVET colleges are currently open, with prospective students urged to submit their applications before the 30 September deadline. Makaneta says young people should change the perception that TVET colleges are only an option for those who are unable to secure a place […]

10 September 2026

Ragheema Mclean

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