The City has confirmed that two Law Enforcement Advancement Programme (LEAP) officers were arrested in Parow after allegedly demanding a R3 000 bribe. According to reports, when the vehicle occupant was unable to pay the amount immediately, the officers allegedly arranged to collect the money at a later stage. “It
The 2026 school year officially got under way across the Western Cape on Wednesday morning, with more than one million learners returning to classrooms after the long summer break. VOC News visited Rahmaniyeh Primary School in District Six on the first day of school, where stationery packs were distributed to
By Mogamat Ameen Strydom Al-Azhar School has once again achieved a 100% matric pass rate, marking a significant milestone for the institution and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to academic excellence and disciplined learning. Speaking to VOC News, principal Ashiek Manie said the achievement was met with deep gratitude and pride,
For many learners at Spine Road High in Mitchells Plain, this year’s matric results reflect far more than exam marks; they represent perseverance in the face of daily social and economic challenges. The school achieved a 98% pass rate in the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations, with 228 of its
A Palestinian activist currently detained in a UK prison is experiencing worsening health conditions, including muscle spasms and respiratory difficulties, as her hunger strike surpasses 60 days. Prisoners for Palestine (P4P) reported that Heba Muraisi – detained for over a year due to her activism concerning Palestine – has completed
Fire crews in the Cape Winelands continue battling the Wemmershoek wildfire near Franschhoek, which originated in the Langrug area. Overnight flare-ups raised concerns, but rapid response by ground teams and aerial support helped contain them. Cape Winelands District Municipality spokesperson Anesca Roodt provided an update on the ongoing operations. “We
The Disaster Risk Management Centre has confirmed that the registration process has been completed following fires that tore through multiple structures in the Dunoon area. “The final count stands at 632 structures destroyed, with 2 604 people affected,” said Disaster Risk Management Centre spokesperson Charlotte Powell. Powell added that Eskom,
A Simon’s Town mosque, Noorul Islam Mosque, and nearby residents are voicing opposition to a planned boutique development, saying it could make access to the historic place of worship more difficult. The project is being led by Tintswalo, a company known for luxury hotels and resorts. While the community initially
The Madlanga Commission, established to investigate criminality, political interference, and corruption in South Africa’s criminal justice system, will resume public hearings on 26 January 2026. The Commission delivered its interim report to President Cyril Ramaphosa on 17 December 2025, three months after its first hearing in September. It will continue
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.
