The VOC News has been notified of a matter at the Western Cape High Court, with the case information revealing that the complainant, the wife, has brought her husband, the defendant, to court to contest the supposed absence of nafaqah (financial maintenance towards a wife) from her partner. The verdict
Early reports have noted that Zohran Mamdani has won the closely watched mayoral election in New York City. Mamdani, identifying as a democratic socialist, is set to be the city’s inaugural Muslim mayor. He has attracted liberal voters with proposals for complementary childcare, free public transportation, and a rent freeze
The case concerning a mother accused of murdering her 11-year-old son has been postponed to the Johannesburg High Court for pre-trial proceedings. Tiffany Nicole Meek came before the Roodepoort Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning for the conclusion of the indictment in her case. Meek is charged with murdering Jayden-Lee following
Nigeria expressed its openness to US assistance in combating armed groups, provided its territorial integrity is upheld, as President Donald Trump maintained threats of military intervention in the West African nation regarding the alleged persecution of Christians. On Sunday, officials and experts in Nigeria rejected Trump’s assertions of widespread Christian
Animal welfare group Four Paws has called on communities to consider pets and wildlife when using fireworks for Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes is commemorated every year on 5 November, although it lacks official recognition in South Africa, many neighborhoods still engage in informal firework activities. Speaking to VOC News, Tanya
A senior Sudanese diplomat has accused the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of committing war crimes in North Darfur state. Survivors fleeing el-Fasher have reported mass executions and sexual violence attributed to the paramilitary forces. On Sunday, Sudan’s envoy to Egypt, Imadeldin Mustafa Adawi, reiterated these allegations and further accused the
The North Gauteng High Court has set new deadlines that will provide additional time for public feedback on the proposed electricity costs, giving residents and businesses a greater opportunity to influence the final decision. The court recently ruled that the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (NERSA) public consultation process
The Palestinian resistance group Hamas rejected the false accusations made by the U.S. Central Command, alleging that the resistance had been “looting an aid truck.” “These baseless claims are entirely unfounded and come as part of an attempt to justify the further reduction of already limited humanitarian aid, while covering
The Western Cape Department of Social Development said it remains committed to promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities beyond Disability Rights Awareness Month, which runs from 3 November to 3 December 2025. MEC Jaco Londt says the department will strengthen efforts to build a more inclusive and
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.
