Political analyst Kenneth Mokgathle warns that terrorism is on the rise across Africa, driven by coups, corruption, and weak leadership that leave nations vulnerable. The United Nations reports that the Sahel region alone now accounts for 19% of global terrorist incidents. Mokgathle notes that extremist groups such as Jama’at Nusrat
The Safe House in the far south is facing an urgent funding crisis and could be forced to close unless it secures more than R180 000 to cover essential operational costs. The shelter provides care and support for abused women and children, offering counselling, therapy, and skills development programs to
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson have called on Police Minister Firoz Cachalia to facilitate interprovincial support in the investigation of the Redcliffe temple collapse in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal, which claimed five lives and injured six others. He has requested assistance from the Western Cape police team, drawing on their
Cape Town remains a top destination for domestic travellers this festive season, with an estimated 54% of South Africans planning getaways this month, according to Cape Town Tourism’s domestic travel agent, Briony Brookes. The Western Cape draws 48% of these travellers, with 80% choosing Cape Town for its sunshine, scenic
Today, the 16th of December 2025, South Africa observes Reconciliation Day — a moment to contemplate the nation’s path from Apartheid to unity and social healing. Although the day marks progress, uncertainties continue to loom, and questions still arise as to whether genuine reconciliation has been attained among communities. Speaking
As residents and environmental advocates are alert to rising health and ecological dangers following the sewage release at Cape Town’s beaches, political party ActionSA has openly condemned the City. The party has filed an appeal with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment to prevent the City from granting
Nineteen years after Taliep Petersen’s death — a remarkable performer influenced by the melodies of District Six, street singing, the nag troepe ( traditional Malay choirs of Cape Town), and the klopse — his legacy remains etched in people’s memory. From the renowned musical District Six to beloved qasidah recordings,
Following the announcement by Hamas of the killing of its senior commander Raed Saad in an Israeli strike in Gaza on Saturday, 13 December 2025, Hamas’s Gaza leader Khalil al-Hayya said Israel was violating the ceasefire agreement. Speaking to VOC News, Naeem Jeena, senior researcher at Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic
By Kouthar Sambo On Monday, 15 December 2025, reports emerged regarding a suspicious Quantum vehicle traveling to Wynberg, Cape Town. Information received through various social media platforms indicated an alleged plan to target a witness scheduled to appear in court that day. According to Mayco Committee Member for Safety and
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.
