Several organisations are preparing to host a mass demonstration on Saturday, 3 May, to highlight the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Ali Komape, Communications and Campaigns Manager at Africa4Palestine, said the event forms part of the global “Week for Palestine” campaign. “This is an annual international initiative, held between 1 and
As parents await the outcome of their admission applications for the 2026 academic year, Equal Education is set to appear in court on Tuesday to challenge the Western Cape Education Department’s (WCED) admissions processes, which they argue do not adequately support learners from disadvantaged communities. Speaking on VOC Breakfast on
The Muslim community is mourning the passing of Sheikh Shakir Achmat, a founding member of Voice of the Cape Radio, Imam of the Vredenburg Masjid, and respected educator in the areas of Vredenburg and Paarl. Sheikh Ebrahim Gabriels described him as one of the greatest Imams of our time—someone who
“We deeply value the widespread global movement and the massive popular demonstrations that have taken place across Arab and Islamic countries, as well as in Western, Asian, and American cities and capitals denouncing and rejecting the crimes and genocidal war being waged against our Palestinian people and expressing solidarity with
By Rachel Mohamed Mogamat Adli Peck, originally from Manenberg, has recently graduated with a PhD from the University of Cape Town (UCT). He is leading the way in developing innovative, cleaner energy solutions. His groundbreaking research focuses on using magnetism to enhance catalysis, a development that could revolutionize the production
By Rachel Mohamed Today is a somber day as tributes continue to pour in for the passing of Imam Gasan Moos. The Lansdowne and broader Cape Town Muslim communities are in mourning following his death in the early hours of this morning after Fajr prayers, surrounded by his family. He
As winter approaches, health experts are urging South Africans to get their annual flu vaccinations to help reduce the risk of severe illness. Dr. Angelique Coetzee emphasised the importance of getting vaccinated, particularly as people have returned to normal routines post-COVID-19. “This year, experts expect a stronger flu season, especially
By Daanyaal Matthews The withdrawal of the Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, better known as PEPFAR, has caused great concern in the medical fraternity. Recent estimates indicate that the withdrawal of funds could lead to the deaths of hundreds of thousands in the next 10 years while hindering crucial research
Recent reports indicate that the Western Cape High Court hear an urgent application from the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) seeking to halt the pending VAT increase. The application challenges the legality of the VAT hike announced in March as part of the revised fiscal framework. 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.
