Annual consumer price inflation (CPI) increased marginally to 3.1% in March 2026, up from 3.0% in February, with housing and utilities continuing to be the main contributors to inflation. According to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), food prices also contributed, alongside increased costs for insurance and financial services. However, several
Diplomatic attempts to resolve the U.S.-Israel conflict regarding Iran continue to be unclear, as Tehran asserts it will not engage in talks while under the “shadow of threats.” U.S. President Donald Trump states that the blockade on Iranian ports will continue until Islamic Republic reaches an agreement. Senior researcher at
The recent tragic road rage incident that unfolded in Emmarentia, Johannesburg, serves as a reminder for South Africans to reassess their approaches to conflict resolution. On Sunday, an altercation between two drivers escalated into a shooting. Reports indicate that a female passenger allegedly took a gun from one of the
In response to recent reports of three smash-and-grab incidents along the N1 near Jakes Gerwel Drive, Councillor Emre Uygun advised motorists to exercise increased caution when travelling on this route. Uygun explained that although there are currently no confirmed attacks, an incident occurred on Jakes Gerwel Drive near the footbridge
Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was sentenced to five years in prison by the East London Magistrates Court earlier today. The sentence was immediately appealed. The court issued the sentence after Malema was found guilty in 2025 of breaching firearm regulations by discharging a rifle at
The Steenberg Community Policing Forum (CPF) has applauded a recent period of calm in the broader Muizenberg region. Areas such as Lavender Hill, Overcome Heights, Vrygrond, and Seawinds have recently been affected by gang-related gun violence. Lavender Hill ranks among the 13 areas with the highest number of gang-related homicides
“We condemn the continued export of South African coal to Israel at a time when South Africa has placed evidence before the International Court of Justice of genocide against the Palestinian people.” This is according to the South African Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) Coalition. The statement comes after the International
In response to a complaint on Nontulo Street, New Cross, the South African Police Service (SAPS) discovered the bodies of a male and a female inside a residence. Both victims had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the head and upper body. Colonel Andrè Traut stated, “A third male victim was
Motorists have been alerted to several hotspots in the Mother City, particularly along the N2 corridor, including areas near Khayelitsha, Philippi, and Nyanga, where concerns have been raised that the wall is not sufficient. Speaking to VOC News, Councillor Emre Uygun explained which specific areas along the N2 corridor account
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.
