By Rachel Mohamed As we continue to embrace the holy month of Ramadan, many Muslims around the globe abstain from eating food and drinking water from dusk until dawn and embark on their spiritual journey to draw closer to Almighty God (Allah SWT). This is a time of prayer, reflection,
By Daanyaal Matthews The budget speech continues to dominate headlines across the Republic as discussions intensify over a potential 0.5% increase in VAT this year, with the possibility of another hike next year. While parties such as the UDM have reluctantly accepted the increase, their counterparts in the Government of
South Africa’s Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has been removed from his post following a highly publicized expulsion by U.S. Secretary of State Marc Rubio. The decision has sparked widespread criticism, as the reasoning behind his removal remains unclear, fueling speculation that the Trump administration may have had
Cyclist and founder of the Chasing Adam initiative, Adam Jacobs, is on a mission to raise awareness about men’s health in partnership with the non-profit organization Waves for Change (W4C). He is cycling across multiple African countries to spark conversations and promote better mental and physical well-being among men. Currently
A 32-year-old man was shot and killed on Waterlilly Street in Lentegeur on Sunday night (17 March), in what community leaders confirm is another gang-related killing. Police spokesperson Captain F.C Van Wyk confirmed the incident and said that Lentegeur police have opened a murder case for investigation. “According to reports
Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) has taken delivery of its first 20 electric buses following extensive testing, global research, and strategic collaborations. An additional 100 buses will be introduced throughout 2025. In support of this transition, GABS has installed South Africa’s largest network of charging stations—30 units, each equipped with
A gruesome discovery was made on Saturday afternoon, 15 March, when the body of a man, believed to be in his early thirties, was found in the bushes along Baden Powell Drive, opposite a farm. The victim, who had sustained multiple stab wounds to his upper body, was identified only
President Cyril Ramaphosa remains hopeful that the relationship between South Africa and the United States will endure despite rising tensions following the sudden expulsion of South African Ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, on Friday, 14 March. The expulsion came in response to Rasool’s remarks about President Donald Trump’s administration,
A former accused turned State witness is set to continue her testimony on Monday (17 March) in the ongoing trial of Joshlin Smith. The case involves Smith’s mother, Kelly Smith, along with Jacquen Appollis and Stevano van Rhyn, who are facing charges of kidnapping and human trafficking in connection 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.
