Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high as President Donald Trump claims the conflict could end within weeks, despite threats of further strikes on Iranian energy sites. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian maintains that his country does not seek war and insists any resolution must include guarantees against future
The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has welcomed the government’s temporary R3 per litre reduction in the fuel levy, which takes effect today and runs until May 5. The relief measure comes amid rising global oil prices linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, placing increased pressure
Western Cape Provincial Traffic Services stopped over 31,000 vehicles ahead of the busy Easter weekend as part of intensified road safety operations. The operation resulted in 63 arrests, including 51 for driving under the influence of alcohol, while also exposing unsafe practices within the public transport sector. Authorities reported that
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis presented the final budget of his term, stating that it represents the largest municipal infrastructure investment in the country. The “City of Hope Budget” includes a capital allocation exceeding R13 billion. “Our extensive MyCiti Cape Flats expansion is now a construction site from end to
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is introducing sweeping reforms aimed at restoring confidence in refereeing, Video Assistant Referee (VAR) systems, and its judicial processes. The move follows a major credibility crisis after the Appeal Board controversially stripped Senegal of its Africa Cup of Nations title, a decision that is
The Cape Flats Safety Forum has weighed in on the deployment of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops to crime-affected communities in the Western Cape. From tomorrow, soldiers will support police operations in gang-ridden areas, amid ongoing concerns over daily shootings and violent crime. Chairperson Abie Isaacs says there
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has urged holidaymakers to be cautious during the full moon spring tide, which peaks on Thursday, 2 April 2026, warning that it could affect tidal conditions over the Easter weekend. “Spring tides bring higher high tides and lower low tides, which increases the tidal
Soaring fuel prices are forcing the taxi industry to demand urgent subsidy reform as transport costs threaten to rise, putting pressure on commuters. Petrol is predicted to increase by R5 per litre, while diesel is expected to rise by more than R9 per litre, placing significant pressure on the public
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has warned that the parents of more than 28,000 current Grade 7 learners have not yet applied for Grade 8 placement for the 2027 academic year. Education MEC David Maynier stated that the on-time admissions window will close on 14 April, urging parents not
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.
