Recent rainfall has significantly improved Cape Town’s water storage levels, although officials say long-term water security remains a concern. The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation, Zahid Badroodien, says dam levels have increased by almost 20% following a major rainfall event. “In the space of two days with
As winter conditions worsen across Cape Town, non-profit organisation Souper Troopers is appealing to the public to support its Winter Drive 2026, aimed at assisting vulnerable people living on the streets. The organisation is collecting blankets, warm clothing, toiletries, shoes, and non-perishable food items to help those facing harsh weather
South Africa’s labour market is facing mounting pressure as the country’s growing working-age population continues to outpace employment opportunities. The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey shows that the official unemployment rate has increased to 32.7%, leaving more than eight million South Africans without work. At the same time, the country’s
South Africa is set to mark 365 days without load-shedding this week, with the last significant bout of power cuts having been implemented on 15 May last year. Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said the milestone reflects significant progress towards achieving a more stable electricity supply across the
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is urging Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant beneficiaries to check their application status ahead of the May payments. The R370 grant payouts are expected to be processed in batches between 24 and 30 May. Beneficiaries can verify their status through the SASSA
South Africa’s unemployment crisis has worsened, with 8.1 million people now without work, according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). The agency reports that the official unemployment rate rose to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, up from 31.4% in the previous quarter. Stats SA says this follows a
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed that a crash involving the official vehicle of Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi on the N1 near Bela-Bela in Limpopo on Saturday, 09 May 2026, left a mother and baby dead. Police said the state vehicle, driven by a member of the
The South African Football Association (SAFA) is preparing to begin the search for a new Bafana Bafana head coach as current coach Hugo Broos approaches the end of his tenure. Broos, who has spent five years with the national team, is expected to step down after the upcoming FIFA World
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) has issued an urgent appeal for blood donations as stock levels across the province continue to drop following disruptions caused by Monday’s Level 8 weather warning. Several donation clinics were cancelled or temporarily closed due to severe weather conditions, school closures, and access challenges,
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.
