Economists have raised concerns about the sustainability of the 0.5% VAT increase set to take effect at the beginning of May. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the hike as part of the revised fiscal framework, but the move has triggered significant political and public backlash. This week, the DA and
Several organisations are preparing to host a mass demonstration on Saturday, 3 May, to highlight the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Ali Komape, Communications and Campaigns Manager at Africa4Palestine, said the event forms part of the global “Week for Palestine” campaign. “This is an annual international initiative, held between 1 and
As parents await the outcome of their admission applications for the 2026 academic year, Equal Education is set to appear in court on Tuesday to challenge the Western Cape Education Department’s (WCED) admissions processes, which they argue do not adequately support learners from disadvantaged communities. Speaking on VOC Breakfast on
The Muslim community is mourning the passing of Sheikh Shakir Achmat, a founding member of Voice of the Cape Radio, Imam of the Vredenburg Masjid, and respected educator in the areas of Vredenburg and Paarl. Sheikh Ebrahim Gabriels described him as one of the greatest Imams of our time—someone who
Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 at his Vatican residence on Monday. The pontiff suffered from pneumonia after years of respiratory illness and had returned home from the hospital just weeks ago. He was appointed cardinal by Pope John Paul the Second in 2001 and as Pope
“By an Order dated 14 April 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has extended the time-limit for the filing of the Counter-Memorial of Israel to 12 January 2026 in the case.” This is based on a statement from the ICJ last week, which announced an extension for Israel to
By Rachel Mohamed Mogamat Adli Peck, originally from Manenberg, has recently graduated with a PhD from the University of Cape Town (UCT). He is leading the way in developing innovative, cleaner energy solutions. His groundbreaking research focuses on using magnetism to enhance catalysis, a development that could revolutionize the production
By Rachel Mohamed Today is a somber day as tributes continue to pour in for the passing of Imam Gasan Moos. The Lansdowne and broader Cape Town Muslim communities are in mourning following his death in the early hours of this morning after Fajr prayers, surrounded by his family. He
As winter approaches, health experts are urging South Africans to get their annual flu vaccinations to help reduce the risk of severe illness. Dr. Angelique Coetzee emphasised the importance of getting vaccinated, particularly as people have returned to normal routines post-COVID-19. “This year, experts expect a stronger flu season, especially
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.
