Former Police Minister Bheki Cele has described the dissolution of the Political Killings Task Team as a significant blow to the fight against politically motivated crimes in South Africa. Speaking before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee investigating alleged links between senior police officials and criminal syndicates, Cele said he only learned
Colonel Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in as Madagascar’s new president following a military takeover that forced former leader Andry Rajoelina to flee into exile. Speaking at his inauguration in Antananarivo, Randrianirina described the moment as a “historic turning point” for the nation. His appointment comes after weeks of youth-led
By Rachel Mohamed The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has mandated that all government departments conduct a full physical verification of their employees by the end of February 28, 2026. The initiative seeks to eliminate “ghost workers” while also ensuring accurate payroll and human resource systems. In an
By Rachel Mohamed Housing rights activists under the banner of the United Social Congress in the Western Cape are calling on residents to join a mass march against evictions to take place next Wednesday, 29 October, in the city. Speaking on VOC News, Chief John Johnson, Prime Minister of the
Since 2008, the Voice of the Cape has recognized Pink Hijab Day as an aspect of its public health advocacy, celebrating breast cancer survivors and strengthening messages of hope through faith. This year’s official theme is “Together We Rise, In Faith We Heal,” and the event will commence on 28
British journalist, author, and activist Yvonne Ridley is currently in South Africa for a speaking tour, reflecting on her recent experience aboard the Gaza aid flotilla. Ridley, who was detained by the Taliban early in her career, has reported extensively from conflict zones including Iraq, Afghanistan, and Chechnya. Speaking to
The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) has released a new report raising serious concerns about South Africa’s arms exports between January 2022 and June 2025. The report highlights weapons supplied to countries that have experienced military coups, those accused of war crimes, and even a now-defunct United Nations peacekeeping mission.
Once the heartbeat of communication and commerce in South Africa, the South African Post Office (SAPO), the country’s oldest state-owned enterprise, is now struggling to remain relevant in a fast-changing digital world. With a history spanning 233 years, the institution has become a symbol of state-owned decline amid modernisation and
The Western Cape Education Department has suspended eight Milnerton High learners pending disciplinary hearings after a viral assault incident sparked public outrage this week. WCED spokesperson Bronagh Hammond said the school took immediate action by launching an internal investigation as soon as the incident was reported. “Upon becoming aware 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.
