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South Africans alleges they were deceived into combatting for Russia in Ukraine and report racist mistreatment by Russian officials

Kouthar Sambo 23 February 2026

South Africans who allege they were deceived into fighting for Russia in Ukraine report experiencing racist mistreatment by Russian officials. According to recent reports, four of the men returned home this weekend, recounting experiences they claim were traumatic and for which they were unprepared. They assert they were dispatched to

Gaza gears up for the holy month of Ramadan

Kouthar Sambo 18 February 2026

Amid escalating tensions in the Gaza Strip, the Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza is preparing for the holy month, as Palestinian families observe Ramadan in their tents. Images circulating online show simple ornaments hanging from the camp’s worn ceilings, complemented by vibrant artwork on the fabric walls — decorations

Madlanga commission reconvenes, marking day 62

Kouthar Sambo 18 February 2026

The Madlanga Commission — a judicial inquiry investigating criminality, political interference, and corruption within the criminal justice system — reconvenes on Wednesday at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria. Speaking to VOC News, organised crime expert Chad Thomas outlined some of the most shocking findings to emerge thus far.

The second round of nuclear talks takes place in Geneva

Kouthar Sambo 18 February 2026

The second round of nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran is took place in Geneva, Switzerland. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed matters with the US envoy for the Middle East. Speaking to VOC News, international relations analyst and Mail and Guardian columnist Donovan Williams, said Iran has to

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has loomed for the last two years

Kouthar Sambo 17 February 2026

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has been looming for the past two years, yet as is often the case, politicians have delayed taking action until a crisis emerges. The costs to farmers, their employees, and countless people in rural areas are significant. The broader impact on meat prices and dairy products is

Mothers for Gaza is organising an event titled “Women Rising in the Face of Genocide” to commemorate International Women’s Day

Kouthar Sambo 17 February 2026

The pro-Palestine civil society group Mothers for Gaza is organising an event titled “Women Rising in the Face of Genocide” to commemorate International Women’s Day on 8 March 2026. Pro-Palestine activist Megan Chortiz told VOC News that the event will feature poetry and speakers from conflict-affected regions, including Congo, Sudan

President Cyril Ramaphosa says that despite significant improvements in education, challenges still exist in education

Kouthar Sambo 16 February 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that although substantial advancements have been achieved in education over the past thirty years, significant challenges still exist. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa highlighted the unequal access to resources and quality education as significant issues, particularly in rural and township schools Speaking to VOC News, education

Trump meets Netanyahu and says the US would keep seeking discussions with Iran

Kouthar Sambo 13 February 2026

President Donald Trump stated that he informed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States would continue seeking discussions with Iran. In a meeting on Wednesday, Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he would persist in pursuing a diplomatic agreement with Iran, despite doubts within Netanyahu’s administration about

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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