The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is in the process of placing 1,586 Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners approximately 1.2% of applicants for the 2025 school year. As of February 7, 2025, a total of 131,800 applications, or 98.8%, have already been processed. Western Cape Education Minister David Maynier
By Sheefah Irambona As Voice of the Cape Radio reaches its 30-year milestone, it reflects on the legacy built within the community. Over the years, the station has had the privilege of touching the hearts of many and becoming a trusted presence in countless homes. However, this milestone also presents
Cape Town’s housing crisis continues to displace vulnerable communities, underscoring the urgent need for reform. With rising evictions and a severe lack of affordable housing, calls for change have intensified. Zamindlela Mkhwanazi, a researcher at Ndifuna Ukwazi, spoke about the housing crisis on VOC’s PM Drive. Mkhwanazi highlighted the significance
The United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump has intensified his stance on South Africa, following earlier claims about land confiscation. In a controversial move, Trump has directed U.S. officials to prioritise the resettlement of Afrikaners as refugees, and on Friday, he signed an executive order halting financial aid to South
President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims that South Africa is confiscating land and mistreating minorities. He clarified that the country’s land reform policies aim to ensure fair access without confiscation. The Presidency also confirmed that Ramaphosa discussed misinformation with X platform owner Elon Musk. Professor
The State of the Nation Address (SONA) took place on Thursday, with President Cyril Ramaphosa addressing South Africans on the country’s progress, challenges, and plans. This annual address allows the President to outline government priorities, reflect on key issues, and announce upcoming initiatives. Here are some key highlights from the
Police seized tik worth an estimated R120,000 on the N1 freeway near the Giel Basson turnoff in Parow yesterday. SAPS spokesperson Anelisiwe Manyana stated that officers from the Maitland Flying Squad acted on information about a suspect transporting drugs. “The members who were on a rest day immediately placed themselves
The Stilfontein Solidarity picket is set to take place on Wednesday at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) during the Mining Indaba. The public has been urged to participate in the demonstration, which seeks to challenge exploitative mining practices and state-backed corporate greed. Speaking on NewsBeat on Monday, Bench
By Kouthar Sambo Hyped-up energies from various youths, including those from underprivileged backgrounds, called for tight competition among Botswana, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda, which competed at the third Africa International Youth Kungfu Championship. The event took place at Fairbairn College in Goodwood on Saturday, 1st February (2025).
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.
