Police Minister Senzo Mchunu released the quarterly crime statistics for 1 October to 31 December 2024, highlighting some reductions in crime rates, with murder cases down by 9.8%, rape by 3.3%, and attempted sexual offences by 3.2% compared to the same period in 2023. However, a 6.2% rise in murder
Cape Town’s Paul Samson has secured a major victory at the All-Africa Surf Tour in Côte d’Ivoire, marking a strong start to the 2025 season. The Muizenberg-based surfer, who finished as Africa’s number two last year, demonstrated exceptional skill and determination against top competitors from across the continent. Speaking to
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) has officially announced the calculations for Fidya and Fitrah for Ramadan 1446. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, Mufti Abdurragmaan Khan from the MJC’s Fatwa committee provided the details: • Fitrah: 3kg of rice, equating to R33 or R84 •
Food security remains a major challenge in South Africa, with many children depending on school meals for daily nutrition. The Earthchild Project addresses this issue by transforming unused school spaces into thriving organic gardens, providing fresh produce and environmental education. Earthchild Project Director Janna Kretzmar explained the initiative’s inspiration: “This
Impeached Judge John Hlophe approached the Constitutional Court to challenge a ruling that bars him from participating in Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interviews. Last year, the Western Cape High Court prohibited him from serving on the JSC, which is responsible for judicial appointments, following a legal challenge by the Democratic
Western Cape Social Development Minister Jaco Londt says the province might not be able to meet the new deadline for the migration of grant recipients’ cards to the new Postbank black card. This is unless the registration points are increased from the current 49 to 65. Londt says the province has renewed just
By Kouthar Sambo Chairperson of Cape Metro Teacher Association (CMTA) Nabilah Diedericks has brought forward allegations of discrimination and victimisation against Western Cape Aquatics (WCA), a federation under Swimming South Africa (SSA), alleging “abuse of power” within the industry. Allegations of abuse of power “This is not just about me—it
As the debate over the proposed hotel next to the historic Auwal Masjid intensifies, a special roundtable discussion hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton has further unpacked the complexities surrounding development, gentrification, and heritage preservation in Bo-Kaap. This discussion builds on previous conversations where community leaders, residents, and political figures
For the first time since 1994, the national Budget Speech has been delayed due to disagreements among Cabinet ministers in the Government of National Unity (GNU). The disagreement centers around a proposed two-percentage-point hike to VAT, prompting the speech to be rescheduled for 12 March 2025. Now, Finance Minister Godongwana
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.
