As South Africa prepares to face Mexico in tonight’s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City, anticipation is building both locally and internationally. The clash revives memories of their 2010 group-stage encounter, which ended in a 1–1 draw, with Bafana Bafana now aiming to make a
OUTA has welcomed the Auditor-General’s inspection of NSFAS-funded student accommodation, saying it presents an opportunity to strengthen oversight, improve compliance, and enhance student safety. Speaking to VOC News, OUTA Senior Project Manager Rudie Heyneke said the organisation’s own investigation into student accommodation, released in March this year, uncovered significant shortcomings.
Britain, Canada, France, Norway, New Zealand, and Australia have announced a new round of sanctions targeting Israeli settler groups and individuals accused of facilitating and financing violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The coordinated measures, unveiled on Tuesday, come amid growing international concern over a surge in settler
Nearly 1,300 people have been arrested across the country since last month as part of Operation Prosper, a nationwide security initiative aimed at combating organised crime and restoring stability in affected communities. Authorities say the arrests are linked to the possession of 30 illegal firearms, narcotics, and gold-bearing materials believed
Iran has claimed that the United States revoked its allocation of World Cup tickets ahead of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico and kicks off on Thursday. According to Iran’s football governing body, the decision is the latest in a series of measures aimed
The United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA) convened a three-day Municipal Elections Indaba in Johannesburg. The Indaba formed part of the ongoing initiatives of the UUCSA Political Committee, a broad-based platform established to facilitate structured engagement between the Muslim community and public representatives on policy, governance, and public interest
South Africa is accelerating efforts to contain foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) as government, industry, and agricultural bodies move to expand vaccination, strengthen trade, and improve disease control. Independent livestock group FMD Response SA has urged the government to urgently release millions of vaccine doses directly to private veterinarians, warning that delays
The launch of Eskom Green, a new division aimed at expanding renewable energy generation and supporting South Africa’s energy transition, has sparked debate over its potential impact on the country’s electricity sector. Eskom said the initiative will increase the supply of carbon-free electricity and will operate under the same grid
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia’s recent remarks on illegal immigration and border control have reignited debate around law enforcement, border security, and rising tensions linked to anti-foreigner protests across South Africa. Cachalia warned that violent protests targeting foreign nationals undermine investor confidence, economic growth, and social stability. He also stressed
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.
