Mop-up operations are underway across parts of the Western Cape following heavy rainfall that caused flooding and disruption over the weekend. In Dunoon, the City of Cape Town says flooding impacts were worsened in the Silverleaf Street area due to illegal structures built over key stormwater and sewer infrastructure. Mayoral
Foot and Mouth Disease Response South Africa says urgent private-sector involvement is needed to speed up the procurement and distribution of vaccines amid the ongoing livestock outbreak. The group is calling for support to secure and deliver 14 million vaccine doses required to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, warning
A fatal road rage incident in Emmarentia over the weekend, which left one man dead and two others injured, has once again raised alarm over growing aggression on South Africa’s roads. The incident reportedly began as an altercation between two drivers on Sunday, which escalated into a shooting. A female
The City of Cape Town has begun rolling out nearly 18,500 flu vaccines across its clinics ahead of the winter season, as health authorities warn of a rise in influenza cases. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases has already flagged an increase in flu cases, with clinics expected to have
Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has extended the public comment period on the draft History Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) for Grades 4 to 12 by 30 days, citing heightened public interest. The curriculum review process dates back to 2015, when a ministerial task team was appointed by
President of the National Coloured Congress, Fadiel Adams, has urged South Africans to take a broader view of historical injustice, arguing that the country’s challenges cannot be understood through apartheid alone. Speaking in the Western Cape, Adams said the legacy of colonialism, which spanned centuries, continues to shape present-day inequality.
The Road Freight Association has criticised Transnet Port Terminals over a new container-handling fuel surcharge of R52 per container, set to take effect in May. CEO Gavin Kelly described the charge as misleading, arguing that containers themselves do not consume fuel. He warned that the additional cost would ultimately be
As the community of Mitchells Plain marks 50 years, the Imamat Council of Mitchells Plain (ICOMP) is set to commemorate five decades of Muslim contribution with a special programme taking place this Sunday. The milestone event, celebrating 50 years of service, leadership and spiritual guidance, will be held at Jumuah
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has condemned the illegal practice of selling queue positions at its offices across the country, warning that it exploits vulnerable beneficiaries. The agency said the practice targets those most in need, including the elderly and people living with disabilities who rely on social
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.
