Ragheema Mclean, Author at Voice of the Cape

SANDF Denies Plans for Deployment Ahead of Planned June 30 Marches

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) says reports suggesting that soldiers will be deployed in anticipation of planned marches and protest action next month are false and misleading. The clarification comes as the anti-illegal immigration group “March and March” prepares for a planned shutdown on 30 June, calling for the immediate mass deportation of undocumented immigrants living in South Africa. SANDF spokesperson Siphiwe Dlamini said the military respects the […]

29 May 2026

Local

Malatsi Appoints Independent Panel to Review Withdrawn AI Policy Draft

Communications and Digital Technologies Minister, Solly Malatsi, has appointed an independent panel to review South Africa’s draft artificial intelligence policy after it was withdrawn over fictitious and possibly AI-generated references. Addressing Parliament, Malatsi said the seven-member panel will correct flawed citations and recommend amendments before the policy is submitted to Cabinet for approval. Malatsi confirmed that the revised policy is expected to be published for public comment by January 2027. […]

27 May 2026

Local

Preparations for June Voter Registration Weekend Are Well Advanced, says IEC

The Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa says preparations for the upcoming voter registration weekend on 20 and 21 June are well advanced ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Speaking at the IEC national launch in Midrand, CEO Sy Mamabolo said nearly 24,000 registration stations will open across the country to allow citizens to register and update their voting details. Mamabolo confirmed that 800 outreach coordinators have been deployed, […]

27 May 2026

Local

WCED to Release Grade R, 1 and 8 Admission Outcomes as Placement Process Gets Underway

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) says outcomes for on-time applications for Grades R, 1 and 8 admissions for next year will be available from Thursday. Parents and guardians have been urged not to panic if their children do not receive immediate placement, as the admissions process continues to shift in the days and weeks following the initial release of results. Education MEC David Maynier has encouraged parents to accept […]

26 May 2026

Local

NEFSA Rejects Claims That SANTACO Represents E-Hailing Sector

The National E-Hailers Federation of South Africa (NEFSA) says it rejects claims that the South African National Taxi Council is the apex body representing the e-hailing sector. NEFSA spokesperson Tella Masakale said references to the 2020 Transport Lekgotla resolutions cannot reasonably be used to justify such claims. He argued that the e-hailing sector was only officially promulgated into law in September 2025, making it impossible for any organisation to have […]

26 May 2026

Local

PSA Welcomes ICJ Ruling Affirming Right to Strike Under International Law

The Public Servants Association (PSA) has welcomed a landmark ruling by the International Court of Justice affirming that the right to strike is protected under international law. Union spokesperson Claude Naicker said the decision reinforces freedom of association and collective bargaining rights for workers globally, while also strengthening existing constitutional protections in South Africa. He added that the ruling should guide policymakers in ensuring that labour rights are fully respected […]

25 May 2026

Local

Hajj 1447 Begin as Pilgrims Move into Mina

As millions of Muslims across the world turn their hearts toward the sacred journey of Hajj, the main rites of Hajj 1447 are now officially underway in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Hujjaj (pilgrims) are currently making their way from Makkah to Mina as the 8th of Dhul Hijjah begins, marking the start of the core Hajj rituals and the transition into one of the most significant phases of the […]

25 May 2026

Local

South African Delegates Return After Gaza Aid Flotilla Detention

Global outrage continues over the treatment of activists aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla after hundreds of delegates detained by Israeli forces were deported following several days in custody. The latest interception took place earlier this week when Israeli forces boarded and seized the final vessels of the more than 50-boat flotilla while sailing in international waters en route to the Gaza Strip in an effort to break the illegal […]

22 May 2026

Local

Calls Grow for Government Action After South Africans Detained in Gaza Aid Flotilla Interception

Calls are mounting for government intervention following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla en route to the Gaza Strip carrying humanitarian aid. South African nationals aboard the vessels were reportedly detained in international waters and may now be facing detention in Israel. Six South Africans are among approximately 430 activists detained by Israeli forces during the operation. Speaking to VOC News, Department of International Relations and Cooperation spokesperson Chrispin […]

21 May 2026

Ragheema Mclean

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