Restrictions on diesel sales at select filling stations in Johannesburg have raised concerns about fuel availability, despite government assurances that there is no nationwide shortage. In Cape Town, many residents have refueled their vehicles with petrol ahead of the official price increase. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has
South Africa’s Reserve Bank has held its repo rate steady at 6.75%, citing mounting global uncertainty as the primary driver behind the decision. The bank pointed to surging oil prices linked to the Middle East conflict as a key factor likely to push inflation upward in the near term. Governor
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has launched the City’s flagship redevelopment project at Strandfontein Pavilion along the False Bay coast, a R300 million endeavour. In an interview with VOC News, Hill-Lewis announced that a National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) base will be constructed and later occupied by the organisation. “It
Iran has asserted that there have been no talks or negotiations with the United States (US) since the conflict began. It previously stated that it has no interest in discussions with the US, particularly after US strikes on Iran during earlier negotiation efforts. Iran said its reluctance to engage in
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has expressed his willingness to cooperate with the Madlanga Commission to address any misunderstandings linked to his name. This follows testimony by Sergeant Fannie Nkosi on Monday, in which he linked Mashatile to controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Speaking to VOC News, crime expert Chad Thomas
A 43-year-old was arrested and detained at Bellville SAPS for bribery and possession of counterfeit goods on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. The arrest follows the recovery of 20 duffel bags of counterfeit shoes and sneakers by Metro Police Neighbourhood Safety Officers in Bellville earlier today. “The officers conducted a routine
Law enforcement officials from the Metals Theft Unit arrested two male suspects found in possession of 15 kilograms of copper. The suspects were subsequently detained at the Lansdowne South African Police Service (SAPS) station. According to law enforcement spokesperson Wayne Dyason, compliance inspections were conducted at multiple premises in two
“For South Africa, there have been two official accreditation dates. The first was in the first week of February, while the second took place on Thursday, 19 March.” This is according to Moaaz Casoo, President of the South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC). In an interview with VOC News,
As the Muslim community prepares to celebrate Eid, there remains a final opportunity to fast, extending the spirit of Ramadan while offering another chance to support those in need. Sheikh Nabeel Majiet spoke to VOC News about the significance of fitrah, a form of charity in Islam, and its underlying
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.
