Local NPO Men Stand Tall recently hosted its ‘What’s Your Story’ programme at the Athwood Primary School in Hanover Park. The initiative aims to inspire young learners and foster a sense of responsibility and purpose among the next generation. Founder of ‘Men Stand Tall’, Dennis Stander, shared the organisation’s origins,
Grassy Park police, in collaboration with the Grassy Park Community Policing Forum (CPF), will officially launch their 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign on Monday 25 November. The launch event will be held outside of Grassy Park SAPS in Reddy Avenue, starting at 11h00. Community members are
By Kouthar Sambo The Israeli occupation quadcopters dropped grenades on Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip earlier this week, resulting in the destruction of the healthcare facility and the killing of civilians. “We are still under severe siege, and nothing is allowed to enter—no medicine, no medical teams,
By Kouthar Sambo The Media Review Network (MRN) condemned local arms companies in South Africa for allegedly supplying weapons to Israel’s allies and its major arms suppliers. This comes despite South Africa’s ban on arms exports to Israel and its condemnation of Israel’s actions in Palestine. Speaking on VOC’s PM
Joint stiffness is a common issue that affects many people, regardless of age. Athletes, in particular, often face this challenge due to the physical demands of their sport. Dr. Angelique Coetzee discussed the prevalence of joint stiffness and its potential long-term impact, especially for those involved in physically intensive careers
The Do More Foundation has reported remarkable progress in 2024, highlighting its commitment to uplifting the lives of young children and their families across South Africa. Through its initiatives in eight communities nationwide, the foundation has supported 526 early childhood development (ECD) centres and empowered 1,260 ECD practitioners. Speaking on
There are growing calls for the government to address conditions that contribute to the increasing number of instances, especially as the nation prepares to commemorate 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children. A recent study conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) revealed that alcohol
The City of Cape Town (COCT) has confirmed that the blaze that ripped through the Overberg Heights in Capricorn on Wednesday morning has left at least 300 people destitute. The COCT Disaster Risk Management Centre spokesperson Sonica Lategan said assessments are ongoing. “Indications are that approximately 100 structures were destroyed,
By Kouthar Sambo The South African Revenue Service (SARS) highlighted its new tax regulations for imports from foreign online platforms, such as Shein and Temu. According to recent reports, the move aims to protect local industries and generate revenue. Furthermore, these changes affect consumers and retailers alike, with revised customs
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.
