The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued a firm warning to the public regarding a false video circulating on TikTok and other social media platforms. The agency said the video contains misleading information and is not affiliated with SASSA in any way. In an official statement, SASSA emphasized
The Public Servants Association (PSA) is urging all taxpayers to adhere to tax laws and file their returns on time as the 2025 tax season begins. Provisional taxpayers have until January 19, 2026, to submit their returns. PSA spokesperson Reuben Maleka emphasised the importance of responsible tax compliance, highlighting its
The Anwar Jakoet Foundation has assisted five Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres in the Ocean View area by providing educational materials, blankets, beanies, and other essential items. Last year, the Parliamentary Committee on Basic Education highlighted the need for improved support in the ECD sector, noting that centres received a
At least 63 people have reportedly been killed by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip, despite the Israeli regime’s announcement of a temporary pause in military operations in parts of central and northern Gaza to allow humanitarian aid through. The continued violence has drawn widespread condemnation. Speaking to VOC News,
A woman accused of kidnapping a nine-day-old infant has been released on R4,000 bail by the Bellville Magistrates Court on Monday, 28 July 2025. The accused, Sameemah Jacobs, faces charges of kidnapping and defeating the ends of justice after allegedly abducting baby Imaad Sharmar from his mother at Middestad Mall
Transnet has secured nearly R95 billion in government funding to support the recovery plan of the state-owned enterprise. The package includes R48.6 billion to cover debt redemptions over the next five years and an additional R46.2 billion aimed at mitigating further credit actions. Speaking to VOC News, railway industry expert
As Gaza faces a man-made famine and widespread starvation, the Palestine Solidarity Alliance (PSA) has condemned the limited opening of corridors for food and humanitarian aid to enter the region. “Gaza is in an emergency of starvation and needs daily truckloads of food, medicine, and humanitarian aid to flow in
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) will commemorate their 12th anniversary this weekend at the Khayelitsha Rugby Stadium in Cape Town, after relocating the event from Mthatha in the Eastern Cape due to recent flooding. EFF leader Julius Malema has dubbed the gathering a “Parade of the Poor,” underscoring the party’s
By Kouthar Sambo Twelve-year-old Thanaa Voterson from Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, dazzled audiences and judges with her remarkable vocals, becoming the youngest vocalist to win a gold medal at an international competition. Competing at the Mediterranean Legends singing competition held over the weekend in Spain and France, she showcased extraordinary talent
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.
