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Doctors Without Borders Raises Alarm Over Healthcare Access Blockages for Non-South Africans

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has voiced serious concern over what it describes as the “persistent and systematic” obstruction of non-South Africans from accessing healthcare, particularly in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. In recent months, anti-migrant group Operation Dudula has reportedly stationed members at the entrances of public health facilities, demanding identification from

The Evolving Face of Racism in South Africa

Recent controversies in the media have reignited the question of whether South Africa has truly moved beyond its racially divided past. Over thirty years into democracy, many citizens believe inequality and prejudice remain woven into daily life, while others argue the nation has made significant strides. Speaking to VOC News,

Mohamed Salah Criticises UEFA Over Gaza Tribute Omission

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has publicly criticised the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) for a tribute posted to “Palestinian Pele” Suleiman al-Obeid, which omitted the fact that he died in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Salah’s call for honesty sparked a wave of support from prominent voices in sports

Deadline Looms for Transfer Applications

Parents and guardians in the Western Cape have just a few days left to apply for school transfers. The process applies to learners in Grades 2 to 7 and Grades 9 to 12 who are already enrolled in a school but need to move to another. DA Western Cape Education

Suspects appear in court for ammunition and murder charges

Local authorities arrested a man for the illegal possession of ammunition in Delft on Sunday. According to SAPS Spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg, the man was found in possession of a firearm magazine and four rounds of ammunition. Meanwhile, two suspects, aged 35 and 40, were arrested last Friday (8 August

Environmental activists oppose new Western Cape nuclear plant approval

By Rachel Mohamed The approval of a new nuclear power plant at Duynefontein in the Western Cape by Environmental Minister Dion George has been met with strong opposition from two environmental activists, Earthlife Africa and Green Connection. This comes after the utility cancelled a Koeberg project agreement to install steam

First National Dialogue Convention kicks off this week

By Rachel Mohamed Several legacy foundations, including the Desmond Tutu and Leah Foundations and the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, have withdrawn from the Preparatory Task Team and the upcoming First National Convention of the National Dialogue, scheduled to take place this week on 15 and 16 August. Speaking to VOC News,

Hamas: “The fascist occupation army’s assassination of Al Jazeera journalists is a savage crime that exceeds all boundaries of fascism and criminality”

“The fascist occupation army’s assassination of Al Jazeera journalists — most prominently its correspondents Anas al-Sharif and Mohammed Qreiqeh — is a savage crime that exceeds all boundaries of fascism and criminality.” This is according to the Palestinian resistance group Hamas. The statement comes as the death toll of journalists

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