As Mitchells Plain celebrates its 50th anniversary, the community is also being encouraged to recognise the people who have dedicated their time and energy to making a difference. The Mitchell’s Plain United Residents Association (MURA) is hosting its second annual Community Service Awards, honouring local champions across categories including sport,
The first visit to South Africa by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah has opened discussions on improving travel and strengthening cooperation between the two countries. Speaking to VOC News, Safeer Hajj and Umrah Chairman Sedick Steenkamp says one of the key developments was
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane Responding to Hanover Park Civic Organisation claims that the City of Cape Town barricades the home of a Hanover Park resident in an illegal eviction after Brian Collins lived there for more than 50 years, the City of Cape Town says it has no obligation to
By Odwa Mkentane The case of Delft Pastor, Ebrahiem Sardien, who was arrested in 2024 after allegedly raping a 15-year-old, is expected to resume at the Parow magistrate court on Thursday. The victim testified at the court on Wednesday. The Delft community and supporters of the teen held a peaceful
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane Today marks World Suicide Prevention Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and encouraging people to speak openly about mental health and seek help when they need it. In South Africa, men account for the vast majority of suicide deaths, with recent evidence indicating
Cape Town residents are facing growing pressure on household budgets as annual increases in municipal rates and service charges add to the rising cost of living. Ratepayers say the increases are becoming increasingly difficult to absorb, with some questioning why their bills have not come down following a High Court
More children are getting access to cellphones and social media from a young age, raising concerns about the impact of online exposure on their development. While technology can provide children with opportunities to learn, communicate and connect, excessive screen time and social-media use can also affect their mood, anxiety levels,
South Africa and Saudi Arabia are looking to strengthen tourism ties, including increasing direct air connections between the two countries. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille stated that discussions include commercial flights to Johannesburg, as well as pilgrimage-related services to Cape Town. Saudi Arabia is among 30 countries covered by South
As Africa moves towards deeper economic integration, growing concerns are emerging over whether countries can promote the free movement of Africans while restricting foreign-operated small businesses. Kenya’s recent measures targeting foreign traders have reignited questions about migration, trade and the future of the continent’s single market. Executive Director of 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.
