As motorists prepare for the Easter long weekend, an increase in traffic volumes on all major freeways can be expected. Many organisations are calling for motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads, as traffic officials warn that an increase in road fatalities is reported over the Easter weekend. While
By Kouthar Sambo Following the dismissal of former Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool from his post in the United States, former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas has been appointed as South Africa’s new Special Envoy to the United States. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, international relations expert and Mail & Guardian
By Rachel Mohamed Academics from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) are calling on South African health professional associations to end sponsorship agreements with commercial milk formula (CMF) manufacturers. Both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have issued clear guidance urging healthcare institutions
Sexual harassment remains a deeply entrenched issue in South Africa, affecting women across schools, workplaces, and government institutions. Tina Thiart, co-founder and trustee of the 1000 Women Trust, emphasized that April—Sexual Harassment Awareness Month—is a time to confront the crisis and educate the public on how to respond. “Sexual harassment
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has dispelled fake news posts and screenshots that have made rounds on social media platforms claiming that the Old Age Grant will be stopped in May if certain documents are not updated by 30 April 2025. SASSA has noted with concern that the
By Daanyaal Matthews The South African mining sector has recorded significant losses in both production and sales, with mining output declining by 9.6% and sales dropping by 12.9% year-on-year. Major losses were in the production of platinum group metals and iron ore, with gold and coal having a lesser impact.
By Kouthar Sambo Bangladesh has barred its citizens from traveling to Israel by reinstating the phrase “except Israel” on its passports. This restriction had been in place for decades but was removed in 2021 during the tenure of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Speaking on VOC’s PM Drive show, independent
In response to a recent surge in gang-related crime in Athlone and surrounding areas, learners and educators at Alexander Sinton High School will stage a peaceful demonstration on Thursday morning, 17 April. The picket, led by the school’s Representative Council of Learners (RCL), is scheduled to take place from 07h00
A recent ruling in the Gauteng High Court has clarified the application of the Divorce Amendment Act 1 of 2024, specifically in relation to Muslim marriages. The case involved an applicant seeking interim maintenance and legal costs during divorce proceedings despite her husband having issued a Talaq (Islamic divorce declaration).
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.
