Early reports indicate that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to send five dangerous, hardened criminals to eSwatini (formerly known as Swaziland). The move has taken many by surprise and sparked widespread concern across the Southern African region. Speaking to VOC News, crime expert Chad Thomas said
Following reports received by VOC News regarding desecration and criminal intrusion at the Kramat of Sayed Moegsin Bin Alawi (R.A), located at the Mowbray Cemetery, the Moslem Cemetery Board has condemned the actions. Cape Mazaar Society Speaking to VOC News, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Cape Mazaar Society, Advocate
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
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
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
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
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
The human rights organization Africa4Palestine has expressed dismay following a recent presentation by psychiatric evaluators at the Durban Magistrate’s Court, which concluded that Mr. Grayson Beare is unfit to stand trial. In June 2024, Beare entered the home of the Hoosen-Preston family in Durban, armed with a knife. He fatally
Following lifestyle audits conducted across national and provincial government departments, Public Service and Administration Minister Mzamo Buthelezi has revealed that nearly 400 senior civil servants were referred for internal investigations by their respective departments over the past three financial years. However, Buthelezi also confirmed that none of these officials were
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.
