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South African civil society groups demonstrate solidarity for Venezuela following the arrest of President Maduro and his spouse

Kouthar Sambo 14 January 2026

In response to the alleged kidnapping and detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Foreign Minister Celia Flores, several civil society groups are mobilising in solidarity with the people of Venezuela, Palestine and other communities affected by U.S. intervention. Community members in Gauteng are calling on civic, student, academic and

Two City law enforcement officers arrested in Parow bribery sting

Oyisa George 14 January 2026

Two City of Cape Town Law Enforcement Advancement Programme (LEAP) officers have been arrested in Parow following an alleged bribery incident uncovered during a SAPS undercover operation. Law enforcement spokesperson Wayne Dyason confirmed that the arrests took place on Monday night after a motorist reported the incident to the police.

Phahlane Demands Fair Hearing, Calls 2020 Dismissal Unlawful

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 14 January 2026

Former acting national police commissioner Khomotso Phahlane has called on Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating alleged police corruption to allow sufficient time for him to properly respond to the issues raised in his affidavit, warning that a rushed process would undermine justice. Phahlane told the committee that his affidavit was

Spine Road High pushes past challenges to deliver strong 2025 matric results

Oyisa George 13 January 2026

For many learners at Spine Road High in Mitchells Plain, this year’s matric results reflect far more than exam marks; they represent perseverance in the face of daily social and economic challenges. The school achieved a 98% pass rate in the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations, with 228 of its

The struggle of hunger strikers in the UK persists as they pass the 60-day mark

Kouthar Sambo 13 January 2026

A Palestinian activist currently detained in a UK prison is experiencing worsening health conditions, including muscle spasms and respiratory difficulties, as her hunger strike surpasses 60 days. Prisoners for Palestine (P4P) reported that Heba Muraisi – detained for over a year due to her activism concerning Palestine – has completed

Wemmershoek wildfire continues as crews contain flare-ups

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 13 January 2026

Fire crews in the Cape Winelands continue battling the Wemmershoek wildfire near Franschhoek, which originated in the Langrug area. Overnight flare-ups raised concerns, but rapid response by ground teams and aerial support helped contain them. Cape Winelands District Municipality spokesperson Anesca Roodt provided an update on the ongoing operations. “We

AGOA Renewal in Doubt as US Senate Questions South Africa’s Role

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 13 January 2026

South Africa’s participation in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) faces uncertainty as the US House of Representatives passes the renewal bill, while concerns remain in the Senate over the country’s foreign policy and political positions. The renewal, supported by a strong bipartisan majority in the House, is seen

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.

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