By Kouthar Sambo The Palestine solidarity human rights organisation Africa4Palestine said it is not surprised by the allegations from the South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) leveled against South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, stating that the “President lacked empathy by advocating for Palestinian rights amidst the ongoing genocide in
Six members of the Khayelitsha detective service are set to appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (6 March) after being arrested for fraud and defeating the administration of justice. Two police sergeants and four constables were taken into custody on Wednesday (5 March) by the Anti-Corruption Unit for
By Kouthar Sambo The Pretoria North Regional Court sentenced Devi Sarathamoney (69) to 10 years in prison on Tuesday, 4 March 2025, for perjury, theft, and fraud against the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). “Sarathamoney’s sentence serves as a warning to anyone fraudulently receiving grant money. She submitted false
By Rachel Mohamed The Board of Healthcare Funders has gone to court to challenge the National Health Insurance Act, arguing that the act should be repealed and alleging that President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Minister of Health Aaron Motsoaledi are delaying the court’s decision. Speaking on VOC’s News Beat show,
By Kouthar Sambo The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) views the postponement of the national budget as a unique opportunity for transformative change. Marius Roodt, an IRR analyst and writer, spoke across the VOC airwaves, saying that in times of crisis, governments can reform the political realities. “We are at
By Kouthar Sambo While skill development drives personal and economic growth, many face the struggles of high costs and limited accessibility. Speaking across the VOC airwaves, Khalil Patel, a volunteer board member of Constellation 150 (C150), a youth-driven community empowerment organisation in South Africa, highlighted the importance of breaking down barriers
Police have launched an investigation following a fatal gang-related shooting in Beacon Valley, Mitchells Plain, on Tuesday afternoon (4 March). SAPS spokesperson Captain F.C. Van Wyk confirmed that a 35-year-old man was shot and killed, while five others, aged between 12 and 44, sustained injuries and were taken to a
By Kouthar Sambo Elite artistic swimmers Jessica Hayes-Hill and Laura Strugnell were purportedly sent home unlawfully from the World Championships in Doha, Qatar, held from 2 to 18 February 2024. The event would have given them a chance to qualify for the Olympic Games. Events Leading Up to the Legal
SASSA beneficiaries have voiced concerns over their experiences at local offices, citing mistreatment by staff and security guards. Many feel disrespected during their visits, adding frustration to an already challenging process. Acting Regional Executive Manager for SASSA in the Western Cape, Sbu Nhlangothi, assured beneficiaries that the agency takes these
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.
