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Community members are rocked after allegations of Islamophobia are leveled against a Vista High School Principal

Kouthar Sambo 6 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo Following allegations of Islamophobia against Vista High School Principal Mrs. Charline Little, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) told VOC News that the claims are false. The allegations surfaced after a viral social media post accused the principal of telling Muslim female students, “This isn’t Makkah,” and

Africa4Palestine commends President Ramaphosa for its unwavering support for Palestine

Kouthar Sambo 6 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo The Palestine solidarity human rights organisation Africa4Palestine said it is not surprised by the allegations from the South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) leveled against South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, stating that the “President lacked empathy by advocating for Palestinian rights amidst the ongoing genocide in

SASSA welcomes the sentence of a 69 year old woman who defrauded the agency

Kouthar Sambo 5 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo The Pretoria North Regional Court sentenced Devi Sarathamoney (69) to 10 years in prison on Tuesday, 4 March 2025, for perjury, theft, and fraud against the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). “Sarathamoney’s sentence serves as a warning to anyone fraudulently receiving grant money. She submitted false

Analyst: “In times of crisis, governments can reform the political realities”

Kouthar Sambo 5 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) views the postponement of the national budget as a unique opportunity for transformative change. Marius Roodt, an IRR analyst and writer, spoke across the VOC airwaves, saying that in times of crisis, governments can reform the political realities. “We are at

Skill Development: How to make Skill Development more Inclusive

Kouthar Sambo 5 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo While skill development drives personal and economic growth, many face the struggles of high costs and limited accessibility. Speaking across the VOC airwaves, Khalil Patel, a volunteer board member of Constellation 150 (C150), a youth-driven community empowerment organisation in South Africa, highlighted the importance of breaking down barriers

Elite Artistic Swimmers Unlawfully Sent Home, Sues Swim South Africa for R7.2 Million

Kouthar Sambo 5 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo Elite artistic swimmers Jessica Hayes-Hill and Laura Strugnell were purportedly sent home unlawfully from the World Championships in Doha, Qatar, held from 2 to 18 February 2024. The event would have given them a chance to qualify for the Olympic Games. Events Leading Up to the Legal

Budget speech: Speculation continues to rise on proposed VAT increases

Kouthar Sambo 4 March 2025

By Kouthar Sambo As the budget speech draws closer, speculation continues to rise on what the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana will share with South Africans. However, the reason behind the previously postponed budget speech seems unresolved as the African National Congress (ANC) still pushes for a VAT increase, with

“We are experiencing limited and unequal access to safe spaces and shelter for those abused”

Kouthar Sambo 27 February 2025

By Kouthar Sambo The Western Cape Department of Social Development has attributed the success of its Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Femicide strategy to dedicated staff and strong collaboration with partner organisations. The European Union has found that the Western Cape is the only province so far to have achieved 100%

President Cyril Ramaphosa says budget delays are not unique and happens all the time

Kouthar Sambo 27 February 2025

By Kouthar Sambo Following the postponement of the budget speech, which was set to take place last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa said that budget delays were not unique and happened all the time, even in municipalities. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, political analyst Professor Dirk Kotze said it has

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.

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