The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee is expected to announce its latest decision on the repo rate today. The rate currently stands at 7.5%, following a pause in March after three consecutive cuts. Speaking on VOC’s NewBeat show, Professor Waldo Krugell, an Economics Professor at North-West University, shared
Gun Free South Africa said widespread theft and corruption are key factors behind firearms ending up in the wrong hands, fuelling the country’s deadly gun violence crisis. This follows the release of alarming crime statistics last week, which revealed that gun violence remains the leading cause of killings in South
With the blessed days of Hajj 1446 on the horizon and Eid al-Adha to follow, the Voice of the Cape’s (VOC) Qurbani Project continues to gain momentum, bringing much-needed relief to some of the Cape’s most vulnerable communities. Launched a month ago, the initiative has already seen overwhelming support, with
As the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meets on Thursday (29 May), trade unions are intensifying pressure on the bank to implement a significant interest rate cut, warning that persistently high rates are crippling both workers and the broader economy. The country’s repo rate currently stands at
As the world marks World Hunger Day, Ladles of Love has launched its 2025 Mandela Day initiative titled “Make Every Day a Mandela Day for Small Children in Need.” The campaign aims to address child food poverty by partnering with principals of preschools in underserved communities to provide nutritious meals
By Kouthar Sambo Recent reports indicate that the Joshlin Smith trial is expected to conclude this week. This follows the conviction and sentencing of the missing girl’s mother, Kelly Smith, along with her two co-accused, who were found guilty of kidnapping and human trafficking. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show,
Qatari sources have confirmed that the Palestinian resistance group Hamas and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff have reached a draft ceasefire agreement in Doha. The proposed deal includes a 60-day truce, the release of 10 living Israeli captives, and the repatriation of the remains of several others. In return, the
By Kouthar Sambo The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) has confirmed the arrest of 32-year-old Alexander Towne following a domestic-related homicide at a residence in Chantilly, Virginia, USA. Towne was taken into custody on the evening of Saturday, 24 May 2025, after allegedly assaulting and killing his wife, South African
The Western Cape Mobility Department has introduced a new digital learner’s licence testing system, replacing the traditional paper-based format in several municipalities, excluding the Cape Metro for now. Speaking to VOC Breakfast, Western Cape Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku outlined the benefits of the updated system, saying: “We are moving with
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.
