By Kouthar Sambo The rape of a seven-year-old girl in the Eastern Cape, after her mother reported that she was attacked on school premises in Matatiele in 2024, has sent shockwaves through the South African community. The incident raises serious concerns about the lack of security and safety within learning
A nationwide march continues Wednesday as South Africans demand justice for a seven-year-old girl who was allegedly raped at an Eastern Cape school. Thousands gathered outside provincial education offices on Tuesday to submit memorandums, amplifying calls for a swift investigation and accountability. Three suspects have been identified. The child’s mother
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has emphasized the need for increased awareness of gender-based violence (GBV) in schools. This comes after the shocking rape of a 7-year-old girl in October 2024 at Bergview College, an independent school in Matatiele. Provincial Education MEC David Maynier has called on the public
With the South African Revenue Service (SARS) collecting nearly R10 billion more than expected, economist Dawie Roodt believes a 0.5 percentage point increase in value-added tax (VAT) is unnecessary. The proposed VAT hike is expected to be a key point of contention in Wednesday’s parliamentary vote on Finance Minister Enoch
By Daanyaal Matthews Parliament is set to deliberate on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget proposals, with the ANC pushing for approval despite facing strong opposition. The proposed budget includes a 0.5% VAT increase this year, with a potential hike next year. However, major parties such as the DA, EFF, and
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has confirmed the safe return of 23 South Africans rescued from Myanmar last week. Meanwhile, in Johannesburg, more than 50 foreign nationals recently escaped from a suspected human trafficking operation. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, criminologist and Missing Children South Africa’s national coordinator,
With less than 15 days remaining before the application deadline for the 2026 academic year, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has urged parents to apply for Grade R, 1, and 8 admissions without delay to avoid disappointment. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, WCED spokesperson Bronagh Hammond emphasized the urgency, saying,
An alleged arson attack early Saturday morning (29 March 2025) caused devastating losses at the Ihata Shelter for abused women and children in Welcome Estate. The fire, which broke out in the shelter’s storerooms, resulted in damages estimated at R90,000, destroying vital resources, including ten computers meant for a youth
The Metal Mining and Allied Workers Union of South Africa (MMAWUSA) has officially been recognized as a registered trade union, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to advocate for workers’ rights. This achievement follows a rigorous registration process, overcoming multiple challenges to meet the necessary compliance standards. MMAWUSA representative
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.
