As the Muslim community prepares to celebrate Eid, there remains a final opportunity to fast, extending the spirit of Ramadan while offering another chance to support those in need. Sheikh Nabeel Majiet spoke to VOC News about the significance of fitrah, a form of charity in Islam, and its underlying
The Western Cape Government has moved to reassure residents that there is sufficient fuel supply in the province, despite concerns linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Provincial Disaster Management Centre is monitoring the situation alongside the Fuel Industry Association of South Africa (FIASA), Agri Western Cape (Agri WC),
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has criticised a South African Police Service (SAPS) officer for failing to provide clear and satisfactory answers during testimony related to Tshwane tender allegations. Commissioner Sesi Baloyi reprimanded SAPS officer Fannie Nkosi for what she described as evasive conduct after he repeatedly claimed he could
Communities across the Western Cape are facing increasing water shortages due to a combination of low rainfall, ageing infrastructure, invasive plant species, and rising demand. Provincial MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, has urged residents and visitors to prioritise water conservation as drought conditions persist
A trio has been arrested in Cape Town in connection with a R14 million romance fraud and money-laundering scheme. The suspects — Asanda Dwesini (39), Nomphelo Fetman (32), and Shan Gabrelle Lewis (47) — appeared briefly in the Muizenberg Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. They were taken into custody by the
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has moved to ensure that Muslim marriage officers are now recognised on the same basis as other religious marriage officers under the Marriage Act 25 of 1961. Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber said the change means Muslim marriage officers will no longer be
Israel’s assassination of Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, will not deliver a crippling blow to Iran’s leadership, the foreign minister said. According to a report broadcast by Al Jazeera, following Tehran’s confirmation of Larijani’s death this morning, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the
The City of Cape Town announced on Wednesday that the majority of homeowners can expect a reduction in property rates, despite significant increases in the most recent general valuation. Approximately 60% of households are expected to experience a reduction or no change in their municipal rates following the city’s announcement
Iran’s ambassador to South Africa, Mansour Shakib Mehr, has thanked South Africa for its continued support of the Islamic Republic. Speaking at a press conference hosted by the Cape Town Ulema Board, Mehr emphasised the importance of South Africa’s support, arguing that the country’s repeated statements of condemnation have assisted
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.
