Acting Minister of Social Development Sindi Chikunga has stressed that the proposed Basic Income Grant will not replace employment opportunities, but rather serve as a support mechanism for South Africa’s most vulnerable citizens. Chikunga says the Basic Income Support Policy, which is set to be presented to Cabinet for further
The Western Cape’s policing capacity gap has once again come under scrutiny following new figures highlighting a growing mismatch between rising crime levels and available SAPS personnel. Outgoing provincial police Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembisile Patekile has pointed to a significant decline in officer numbers over the past decade. His remarks
By Odwa Mkentane South Africa’s inflation rate has edged higher, with new data showing an increase in consumer prices driven largely by rising fuel costs. According to Statistics South Africa, annual inflation rose to 4.5% in May 2026, up from 4.0% in April. This marks the highest recorded level since
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) argued in the Western Cape High Court on Wednesday that the application brought by Cape Union Mart should be dismissed based on the evidence before court. The PSC legal team denied allegations that they were the only organisation involved in the boycott protests, saying the
By Odwa Mkentane The Cape Cultural Collective hosted the Athlone Liberation Route Walk during the 16 June Celebrations to honour and remember the political activists who sacrificed their lives in the struggle against apartheid. The commemorative event brought together community members, activists, and history enthusiasts to reflect on Athlone’s significant
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) says South Africa could move towards a fully digital vehicle licensing system, potentially eliminating the need for physical licence discs displayed on vehicle windscreens. The proposed system would allow traffic officers to access vehicle registration and compliance information electronically through number-plate recognition technology. RTMC
By Odwa Mkentane President Cyril Ramaphosa has approached the Western Cape High Court to try to stop Parliament’s Section 89 impeachment proceedings related to the Phala Phala scandal. He argues that the process should be paused until the court rules on the legality of an independent panel’s report. According to
The Western Cape High Court is hearing a three-day application brought by Cape Union Mart executive chairperson Philip Krawitz and the retail company against the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) and affiliated activists. The dispute is linked to ongoing boycott-related protests outside Cape Union Mart stores. The case focuses on allegations
The Western Cape Education Department has reminded parents that today is the final day to confirm school placement offers for Grade R, 1 and 8 learners for the 2027 academic year. Spokesperson Bronagh Hammond said the online admissions system will automatically place learners at midnight if offers are not confirmed,
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.
