The South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) and the Metered Taxi and E-Hailing Association are working with e-hailing companies Bolt, Teksi Ride, and Shuma Ride to improve industry safety and collaborate under new government regulations. The discussions centred on improving driver and passenger safety through measures such as panic buttons,
By Rachel Mohamed SECTION27, representing the Teddy Bear Foundation, has approached the Gauteng High Court to compel government departments to maintain and implement the National Child Protection Register (NCPR). The case follows a 2022 incident in which a learner was raped by a school caretaker. Speaking to VOC News, SECTION27’s
Deputy Transport Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa has revealed extensive corruption and mismanagement at the Road Accident Fund (RAF). Speaking to Parliament’s Public Accounts Standing Committee, Hlengwa highlighted a substantial backlog of unpaid claims, critical staff vacancies, and procurement irregularities. He also raised concerns about whistleblower reports implicating law firms and members
By Rachel Mohamed President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for stronger measures against corruption following the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) report on Tembisa Hospital, which revealed that syndicates and officials looted over R2 billion. The President emphasized the need to restore the ANC’s credibility ahead of the 2026 local government elections
Hamas and Israeli delegations, alongside international mediators, met in Egypt on Monday, 6 October 2025, as U.S. President Donald Trump urged negotiators to “act quickly” to resolve the nearly two-year-long humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. Hamas stated that its delegation is led by Khalil al-Hayya, head of the group’s
Constitutional Court candidate Justice Nambitha Dambuza has highlighted the significance of gender representation at South Africa’s highest court. Speaking during Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interviews, which run until 15 October, Dambuza said that gender balance strengthens public trust in the judiciary. The JSC is currently interviewing shortlisted candidates to fill
Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi was forced to adjourn on Tuesday after heated arguments erupted among members of Parliament. The proceedings broke down over a dispute regarding whether Mkhwanazi’s submitted statement was an original document or a copy of his earlier testimony
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola has confirmed the safe arrival of the Global Sumud Flotilla activists in Jordan. South African Ambassador Tselane Mokuena was on hand to receive the delegation on behalf of the country. Minister Lamola expressed the government’s gratitude to all stakeholders who contributed to the
To mark the second anniversary of the ongoing genocide on 7 October 2025, various civil society organizations and pro-Palestinian groups have organized a series of commemorative activities for 7 October 2023. Speaking to VOC News, Uzair Mohamed, Director of Cape Town Intifada, outlined the latest programs and event lineups. Podcast
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.
