The 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa placed the spotlight on conflict resolution, institutional reform, and Africa’s position in a shifting global landscape, while drawing international attention to the continent’s evolving partnerships. Leaders gathered to deliberate on political instability, economic cooperation, and governance challenges. The presence of Giorgia Meloni,
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. The community of Mitchells Plain has been left in shock following the fatal shooting of Moulana Mustaqeem Wanza. He was gunned down close to the Salaamudien Masjid shortly after taraweeh prayers last night. The mosque committee has extended its heartfelt condolences to Moulana Mustaqeem’s
The Children of Light Educare (COLT), an Early Childhood Development centre based in Rondebosch, will host its first-ever fundraising golf day on the 26 March 2026 at the Rondebosch Golf Club. The initiative aims to raise funds to support the organisation’s work providing free education, care, and support to children
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola said the Democratic Alliance (DA) had to decide whether it wanted to serve in government or position itself in opposition, arguing that it could not occupy both roles at the same time. Lamola made the remarks during the State of the Nation
As the month of Ramadan begins, mosques across Cape Town are filling up for Taraweeh prayers. While this is a spiritually uplifting time for the Muslim community, it also brings increased traffic volumes and parking pressure in residential areas surrounding local masaajid. Kevin Jacobs, Traffic Services spokesperson for the City
Yesterday, the State of the Nation Address (SONA) debate concluded with Parliament descending into a ruckus during the speech of Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola. In his address, Lamola stated that the African National Congress’s Government of National Unity (GNU) partner, the Democratic Alliance (DA), needed to
Amid escalating tensions in the Gaza Strip, the Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza is preparing for the holy month, as Palestinian families observe Ramadan in their tents. Images circulating online show simple ornaments hanging from the camp’s worn ceilings, complemented by vibrant artwork on the fabric walls — decorations
The Madlanga Commission — a judicial inquiry investigating criminality, political interference, and corruption within the criminal justice system — reconvenes on Wednesday at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria. Speaking to VOC News, organised crime expert Chad Thomas outlined some of the most shocking findings to emerge thus far.
More than 70 United Nations member states have jointly condemned Israel’s reported plans to expand its presence in the West Bank. The countries, ranging from the Republic of South Africa to the State of Kuwait, have described the actions of the Israeli government as unlawful. According to the Jerusalem Post,
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.
