Chairperson of Parliament’s Higher Education Portfolio Committee, Tebogo Letsie, has issued a stern call for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to urgently resolve ongoing payment delays to student accommodation providers, some of which date back to 2023. Speaking during an oversight update by Parliament’s Social Services Cluster, Letsie
In retaliation of U.S. attacks on Iran, the National Security Council of Iran confirmed that it had launched an attack on a major U.S. military base in Al-Udeid, Qatar, on Monday evening. The council stressed that the strike does not pose a threat to Qatar. According to Qatar’s Ministry of
Over the past few weekends, videos have surfaced showing violent altercations — some involving school learners — breaking out at public malls, including the V&A Waterfront. These incidents are not only disruptive but also pose a serious threat to bystanders and shoppers, raising growing concerns around safety, discipline, and the
An eight-year-old child has tragically lost their life following a devastating fire that tore through the Zone O Informal Settlement in Kayamandi on Monday. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene after the blaze rapidly spread through several informal structures, causing extensive damage and displacing numerous families. Firefighters battled the
By Daanyaal Matthews The United States has joined Israel against Iran following the launch of missiles, including the utilization of a 30,000-pound bunker-buster bomb, this past weekend targeting Iranian nuclear sites. While Iran has promised retaliation, US President Donald Trump has floated the idea of a regime change in Iran.
As violent crime and gang activity continue to escalate across South Africa particularly on the Cape Flats, public trust in the country’s crime intelligence system appears to be waning. A recent VOC News poll revealed that most respondents doubt the effectiveness of crime intelligence in combating organized crime. Many expressed
As extortion continues to plague residents across the City of Cape Town, key stakeholders convened for a high-level Anti-Extortion Summit last week. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde confirmed that criminal interference has delayed R400 million worth of public infrastructure projects across the province. “This criminal behaviour is not only costing
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is going the extra mile to make tax compliance easier and more efficient for all taxpayers. With its latest tagline, “Making Tax Matters Your Priority #1,” SARS underscores the importance of staying on top of tax obligations while reaffirming its commitment to valuing taxpayers’
The Western Cape police are actively working to combat gang violence and remove firearms from criminals who threaten society. The South African Police Service (SAPS) launched crime prevention operations in high-crime areas on Sunday, June 15, 2025, resulting in numerous arrests for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. SAPS Spokesperson
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.
