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Political analyst: “It is an overreach assuming the move weakens Malema as many political parties have leaders that come and go and continue to do well”

Kouthar Sambo 12 February 2025

By Kouthar Sambo Former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) member Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi confirmed he had formally resigned from the EFF. Ndlozi exited the party while allegations ran rampant that he left to join the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party. Meanwhile, members exiting the party have led critics and analysts questioning whether

Black Sash warns Sassa card switch puts vulnerable beneficiaries at risk

Ragheema Mclean 12 February 2025

The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) and Postbank have announced that all social grant beneficiaries must replace their gold cards by 28 February, or risk being unable to access their grants. Failure to switch to the new Postbank black card before the deadline will result in beneficiaries being unable

WCED addresses 2025 school placement challenges

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 12 February 2025

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is in the process of placing 1,586 Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners approximately 1.2% of applicants for the 2025 school year. As of February 7, 2025, a total of 131,800 applications, or 98.8%, have already been processed. Western Cape Education Minister David Maynier

Cape Town’s 20.2% employment growth outpaces other major metros

Aneeqa Du Plessis 11 February 2025

The report titled “The Striking Disparities in Employment Across South Africa” reveals that Cape Town experienced the highest job growth in the country, with a 20.2 percent increase in jobs from 2014 to 2023. This growth was primarily driven by sectors such as retail, call centers, finance, and security. Since

Amplifying Voices: VOC’s Legacy of Inclusion

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 11 February 2025

By Sheefah Irambona As Voice of the Cape Radio reaches its 30-year milestone, it reflects on the legacy built within the community. Over the years, the station has had the privilege of touching the hearts of many and becoming a trusted presence in countless homes. However, this milestone also presents

District Six commemorates 59 Years since forced removals

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 11 February 2025

Today marked 59 years since District Six was declared a White Group Area in 1966. In remembrance, the District Six Museum hosted its annual gathering at the memorial cairn on Hanover Street, now enclosed by the Cape Peninsula University of Technology’s Hanover residence. For over three decades, the site has

Cape Town’s housing crisis sparks urgent calls for reform

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 11 February 2025

Cape Town’s housing crisis continues to displace vulnerable communities, underscoring the urgent need for reform. With rising evictions and a severe lack of affordable housing, calls for change have intensified. Zamindlela Mkhwanazi, a researcher at Ndifuna Ukwazi, spoke about the housing crisis on VOC’s PM Drive. Mkhwanazi highlighted the significance

Jacob Zuma orders daughter to apologize for remarks on Floyd Shivambu

Ragheema Mclean 11 February 2025

In his capacity as MK Party leader, Jacob Zuma has directed his daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, to issue a public apology for her social media comments about the party’s secretary-general, Floyd Shivambu. Zuma-Sambudla sparked controversy after calling Shivambu “useless” and “the worst thing that happened to MK,” leading to backlash from

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.

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