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As residents and environmental advocates are alert to rising health and ecological dangers following the sewage release at Cape Town’s beaches, political party ActionSA has openly condemned the City. The party has filed an appeal with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment to prevent the City from granting

Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen’s death — a remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six, street singing, the nag troepe ( traditional Malay choirs of Cape Town), and the klopse — his legacy remains etched in people’s memory. From the renowned musical District Six to beloved qasidah recordings,

By Kouthar Sambo On Monday, 15 December 2025, reports emerged regarding a suspicious Quantum vehicle traveling to Wynberg, Cape Town. Information received through various social media platforms indicated an alleged plan to target a witness scheduled to appear in court that day. According to Mayco Committee Member for Safety and

South Africa is approaching its peak scam-risk season in five years, experiencing a significant increase in fraudulent calls, SMS scams, and impersonation efforts from November to January. As millions grab bonuses, shop online, and arrange year-end trips, scammers are taking advantage of the urgency and chaos to prey on individuals.

Amid rising gang violence in the Western Cape, local sources informed VOC News of a recent shooting in the Bo Kaap region. The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that officers discovered the body of a 22-year-old male with gunshot wounds. SAPS reported that the victim was approached by an