The African National Congress (ANC) enters the second day of its National General Council with a controversial proposal to clamp down on vote-buying taking centre stage. The motion, which seeks to eliminate the long-criticised practice of distributing money or gifts during leadership contests, has reignited debate over internal democracy, factional
The Department of Home Affairs has announced the withdrawal of the 90-day visa-free entry for Palestinian nationals holding ordinary passports. According to the department, the decision follows findings by national intelligence agencies of deliberate and sustained misuse of the exemption, which prompted a recommendation for its cancellation. Home Affairs Minister
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s public procurement system needs deep and urgent reform if the country is to root out widespread misconduct and corruption. Addressing the ANC’s 5th National General Council in Boksburg on Monday, the President said work is already under way, with National Treasury preparing to implement
The City of Cape Town Council has granted in-principle approval for the procurement of two major water projects: the Faure New Water Scheme (FNWS) and the Paarden Eiland Desalination Plant. This forms part of the City’s New Water Programme (NWP), which aims to diversify water sources and enhance long-term water
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the ANC’s 5th National General Council (NGC), currently underway in Boksburg, will play a decisive role in confronting South Africa’s challenges and in redefining the movement’s direction. He noted that the principles of the National Democratic Revolution now face “new complexities”, calling for greater ideological clarity,
By Mogamat Amén Strydom As thousands of families prepare to flock to Cape Town’s beaches for the festive season, the city is once again rolling out its flagship child-safety initiative: the Identikidz programme. Speaking to VOC News, Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councillor Francine Higham, expressed that
By Mogamat Amén Strydom With Cape Town battered by relentless winds, soaring temperatures, and dangerously dry conditions, the city has entered one of its most volatile fire seasons in recent years. Speaking to VOC News, Jermaine Carelse, spokesperson for the City’s Fire and Rescue Services, warned that the combination of
The National Sea Rescue Institute responded to multiple near-drowning incidents in Kleinmond and Rooi Els over the weekend. Two girls, aged 10 and 11, one from De Doorns and the other from Touws River, were treated for non-fatal drowning symptoms at the Kleinmond Lagoon. They had been walking through shallow
Quality assurance body Umalusi has confirmed that the staggered marking of the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, which began on 18 November, is on track to conclude on 18 December. According to Umalusi CEO Dr Mafu Rakometsi, the process will move into the next phase immediately afterward, with the
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.
