The 1446 AH Hajj season is officially in motion as millions of hujjaaj (pilgrims) across the globe embark on Yawm al-Tarwiyah today (Wednesday 4 June), ahead of the Day of Arafah tomorrow, Thursday 5 June. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, South African scholar Moulana Sulaiman Ravat confirmed a smooth start to
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially confirmed that the 2025 tax season will kick off on 7 July, beginning with its automated assessment process. The auto-assessment system uses third-party data, such as information from employers, banks, and other institutions to generate returns for qualifying taxpayers. Those who are
The Western Cape Education Department’s (WCED) release of admission outcomes for the 2026 academic year has left many parents feeling disheartened, with a growing number reporting that their children have not been accepted at any of the schools to which they applied. While thousands of applications have been processed, a
Parliamentary spokesperson Moloto Mothapo said that Parliament respects the court’s findings and takes note of the interpretative guidance it provided on the relevant constitutional provisions. He further said that parliament will act in accordance with the judgment, emphasising that the institution is studying the ruling to ensure future designations align
Motorists can expect some relief at the pumps as fuel prices are expected to decrease on Wednesday, despite the announcement of a fuel levy increase. The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources announced that petrol dropped by five cents per litre, diesel by 37 cents, paraffin by 56 cents, and
The Paarl East Police are investigating the disappearance of 16-year-old Chanelle Plaatjies, who was reported missing by her mother last week Wednesday, 28 May 2025. Meanwhile, Paarl police have registered a murder case for further investigation after an unidentified body was discovered in the area yesterday. However, it remains unclear
By Rachel Mohamed The Western Cape High Court has overturned the National Assembly’s decision to endorse former Judge President John Hlophe—now Deputy President of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party—for a position on the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The court ruled that Hlophe is unsuitable for the role due to his
Health experts are sounding the alarm over a growing nicotine crisis among South African youth, as vaping and e-cigarettes become a major public health concern. Deputy Health Minister Joe Phaahla, speaking at a World No Tobacco Day event in Midrand, revealed that “one in five high school learners in South
A recent report by a background screening provider has raised fresh concerns about learner safety in South African schools. Nearly 3% of school staff screened between March 2024 and February 2025 were found to have criminal records—including for violent and sexual offences. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive, NAPTOSA Executive Director
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.
