The United States (US) President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders, targeting foreign assistance and trade policies, could have far-reaching implications for South Africa’s economy and health sector. Among these is a suspension of foreign development aid, which experts warn may severely disrupt South Africa’s HIV/AIDS programmes and broader health initiatives.
By Kouthar Sambo “What makes the US’ Donald Trump different is his very brazen about it – he thinks Palestinians will simply lie down and accept ethnic cleansing. The Zionists failed to do it with American help, and now he thinks he can do it diplomatically.” This is according to
The deaths of nine South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers in clashes with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have drawn sharp criticism of South Africa’s military involvement in the region. Several organisations are questioning the government’s decision to deploy troops, urging a reassessment of the
By Kouthar Sambo Russia and Iran finally signed a “comprehensive partnership agreement” three days before the United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. The move plays a vital role in reshaping the geopolitical landscape by defining the battlefield in Ukraine and is still dedicated to disrupting
By Kouthar Sambo A 44-year-old Zimbabwean national appeared in the Musina Magistrate’s Court for possession of illicit cigarettes worth over R14 million. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Limpopo spokesperson, Mashudu Malabi Dzhangi, said police intercepted Bimha Jaint Janos’ truck at the Musina Beitbridge border this past Saturday (18 January 2025),
By Kourhar Sambo The South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC) delegation met with members from the Ministry of Health in Madinah to discuss the requirements for the upcoming Hajj season for 2025. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, SAHUC’s President Moaaz Casoo said the team met with various stakeholders
By Kouthar Sambo North West police have launched a manhunt for a fugitive kingpin linked to underground crimes at mines in Stilfontein, James Neo Tshoaeli, alias “Tiger”. According to police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe, maximum resources have been mobilised, vowing accountability for officials who enabled Tiger’s escape from custody. She said
By Vusuthando Percyvil Dube The United States has emerged as the world’s preeminent economic power, with the U.S. dollar serving as the major global currency. This transformation is rooted in a complex interplay of domestic growth and international conflicts, notably three significant wars: the Spanish-American War, World War I, and
By Kouthar Sambo In response to a Parliamentary question from the Economic Freedom Fighters MP Omphile Maotwe, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said the National Treasury’s plan to cut South Africa’s budget by letting some government employees retire early will not affect service delivery or be a “free-for-all”. Speaking on VOC’s
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.
