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
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
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
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called for broader public participation in shaping South Africa’s draft History curriculum, following growing debate and criticism surrounding its content. The draft curriculum, currently open for public comment, stems from a process initiated in 2019, when former minister Angie Motshekga appointed a task team
The Steenberg Community Policing Forum (CPF) has applauded a recent period of calm in the broader Muizenberg region. Areas such as Lavender Hill, Overcome Heights, Vrygrond, and Seawinds have recently been affected by gang-related gun violence. Lavender Hill ranks among the 13 areas with the highest number of gang-related homicides
“We condemn the continued export of South African coal to Israel at a time when South Africa has placed evidence before the International Court of Justice of genocide against the Palestinian people.” This is according to the South African Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) Coalition. The statement comes after the International
In response to a complaint on Nontulo Street, New Cross, the South African Police Service (SAPS) discovered the bodies of a male and a female inside a residence. Both victims had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the head and upper body. Colonel Andrè Traut stated, “A third male victim was
Motorists have been alerted to several hotspots in the Mother City, particularly along the N2 corridor, including areas near Khayelitsha, Philippi, and Nyanga, where concerns have been raised that the wall is not sufficient. Speaking to VOC News, Councillor Emre Uygun explained which specific areas along the N2 corridor account
Dlala Africa is making a meaningful impact in Manenberg by using cricket as a tool to steer young people away from gang violence and towards opportunity. The initiative provides mentorship, safe spaces, and pathways beyond sport, while nurturing local talent. Speaking to VOC News, chairperson Shahied Adonis explained the vision
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
