Recent controversies in the media have reignited the question of whether South Africa has truly moved beyond its racially divided past. Over thirty years into democracy, many citizens believe inequality and prejudice remain woven into daily life, while others argue the nation has made significant strides. Speaking to VOC News,
Parents and guardians in the Western Cape have just a few days left to apply for school transfers. The process applies to learners in Grades 2 to 7 and Grades 9 to 12 who are already enrolled in a school but need to move to another. DA Western Cape Education
Local authorities arrested a man for the illegal possession of ammunition in Delft on Sunday. According to SAPS Spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg, the man was found in possession of a firearm magazine and four rounds of ammunition. Meanwhile, two suspects, aged 35 and 40, were arrested last Friday (8 August
By Rachel Mohamed The approval of a new nuclear power plant at Duynefontein in the Western Cape by Environmental Minister Dion George has been met with strong opposition from two environmental activists, Earthlife Africa and Green Connection. This comes after the utility cancelled a Koeberg project agreement to install steam
By Rachel Mohamed Several legacy foundations, including the Desmond Tutu and Leah Foundations and the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, have withdrawn from the Preparatory Task Team and the upcoming First National Convention of the National Dialogue, scheduled to take place this week on 15 and 16 August. Speaking to VOC News,
At the 12th South African Institute of Taxation Conference in Boksburg, Gauteng, South African Revenue Service (SARS) Deputy Commissioner Johnstone Makhubu unveiled bold plans to modernise the country’s tax and customs systems. His proposals include instant payment systems, e-reporting, and entity-based compliance to improve efficiency and combat illicit trade. “If
Commuters using Golden Arrow Bus Services will face higher transport costs from Monday, 11 August, as the company implements an average fare increase of 4% across all its products. Golden Arrow spokesperson Bronwen Dyke-Beyer said the decision comes after months of holding off on price hikes, despite rising operational expenses. “In December
As South Africa marks Women’s Month, one organisation is ensuring the celebration extends far beyond August. ActivateHer, a Cape Town-based nonprofit, is transforming the lives of girls and young women in underprivileged communities by using sport as a catalyst for empowerment, leadership, and health education. Founded by Adele Brueggemann, ActivateHer
Western Cape police have arrested multiple suspects and seized firearms, ammunition, and drugs in a series of targeted weekend operations across the province. On Sunday, members of the Steenberg Crime Prevention Unit acted on a tip-off about an armed suspect in Albertus Court, Steenberg. Officers spotted a man matching the
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.
