The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness expects that more mpox cases could be identified as contact tracing continues following two social gatherings linked to a cluster in Cape Town. Speaking to VOC News, the department’s Chief Operating Officer, Dr Saadiq Karriem, said 13 of the province’s cases had
A University of KwaZulu-Natal graduate has developed an artificial intelligence system aimed at helping Deaf South Africans communicate with people who do not know South African Sign Language. Speaking to VOC News, developer and UKZN graduate Akhil Hansrajh said the idea was inspired by his parents, who are both hard
By Odwa Mkentane Swartland Municipality has confirmed plans by Blue Mountain Racing (BMR) to develop a Formula 1 racing facility in the region, with the aim of potentially hosting an African Grand Prix by 2031. The announcement was made by BMR Chair Neal Froneman at the annual Swartland Mayoral Breakfast,
By Odwa Mkentane Western Cape police are investigating a triple murder following a shooting in the Z Memani Street area of the KTC informal settlement in Gugulethu this morning. Three men were found dead at the scene after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds to their upper bodies and heads. Police spokesperson
By Odwa Mkentane Bothasig residents are raising concerns about the rapid growth of high-density housing developments, including a proposed 264-unit project. The Bothasig Residents’ Association says the suburb’s water, electricity, sewerage and road infrastructure may not be able to cope with the increased demand. Residents are not opposed to development
As the countdown to the 4 November Local Government Elections continues, VOC’s Meet the Mayors turns its attention this week to the Cape Muslim Congress and its mayoral candidate, Councillor Yagyah Adams. Adams, who has been involved in Cape Town’s local government for several years, joined VOC to unpack his
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola said South Africa’s own history of struggle demonstrates the promise of the United Nations Charter and the potential of multilateral cooperation. Lamola was speaking at a celebration of the UN Charter at Riverside Church in New York. He said growing attacks on international
The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) said that keeping medical scheme contribution increases affordable will require broader reforms to South Africa’s healthcare system, rather than relying on contribution guidance alone. This follows the Council for Medical Schemes’ recommendation that medical scheme contribution increases for the 2027 benefit year are anchored
By Odwa Mkentane The ANC Caucus in the Western Cape Provincial Legislature has welcomed the appointment of a permanent principal at Lower Crossroads High School, who is expected to take up the position in January 2027. The appointment follows months of concern from the school community over the absence of
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.
