Cape Town Archives - Voice of the Cape

Prasa announces operational trains from Nolungile station in Khayelitsha

By Rachel Mohamed The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) has announced that routes along its central line in the city have been extended. The Cape Town to Mandalay line on the central line has been extended to Nolungile train station in Khayelitsha. Commuters can now access affordable travel at Nolungile and Phillippi stations, with enhanced safety features including CCTV, emergency alarms, and automated doors. Speaking on VOC News […]

3 September 2024

News

IMASA hosts 42nd scientific convention

By Rachel Mohamed The Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) recently hosted its 42ND IMASA scientific convention in Cape Town, where groundbreaking research to critical discussions on global health issues was held. Speaking on VOC News Beat show on Monday, IMASA Western Cape Chairperson Dr Riyaaz Ismail gave an overview of what happened in the last 41st convention. “We had a big convention where the Federation of Islamic Medical […]

26 August 2024

Local

PRASA launches modern trains on central line in Western Cape

By Rachel Mohamed The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has introduced the new blue and white Electric Multiple Units on the Central Line in the Western Cape, extending service from Nyanga to Mandalay station. This marks the first deployment of the People’s Train on this route, featuring advanced amenities like automated doors, CCTV cameras, and air-conditioning. Speaking on VOC’s Sunday Live show on Sunday PRASA's Acting Regional Manager […]

6 August 2024

Local

How best does local government need to deal with homelessness?

By Rachel Mohamed During the winter months, the much talked-about topic that comes up often is the issue of homelessness. People ask or sometimes wonder how homeless people survive on the streets of Cape Town. Some people see the number of homeless people increasing due to the socio-economic conditions and the high standards of living as the main contributors to South Africa’s weakening economy. VOC News team took to the […]

3 August 2024

Local

Government relocates 500 households amid Cape Town floods

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen Following a week of extreme weather in the Western Cape, which has caused significant flooding and property damage. The national government has stepped in to assist over 500 households in Cape Town, whose properties are submerged, and are being temporarily relocated to safer accommodations as gale-force winds and heavy rains continue. Human Settlements officials have visited various disaster-stricken areas in Khayelitsha, including Nkandla, Zamimpilo, Kuyasa, and Victoria […]

12 July 2024

Uncategorized

CODETA to operate amidst severe weather conditions

Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (CODETA) confirmed that all services will be operating on Thursday afternoon, amidst the ongoing adverse weather conditions plaguing the Western Cape. Makhosandile Tumana, CODETA Public Relations Officer said the statement making the rounds on social media stating that their services will be suspended, is fake news. “We also want to ensure our commuters that everything that comes from our office should have a […]

11 July 2024

Local

Hill-Lewis welcomes Moody’s move to upgrade Cape Town’s credit rating

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis welcomed the city's credit rating upgrade by ratings agency Moody's from a stable to a positive outlook. The ratings agency noted the city's proactive revenue collection rate keeping debt levels low. Moody's expects Cape Town's financial performance to strengthen further, exceeding previous forecasts for the next year-and-a-half. Hill-Lewis said the credit rating upgrade affirmed Cape Town as the standout metro for good governance. He said […]

2 July 2024

Local

Abdullah Ibrahim honoured with award in Cape Town

South African Jazz Legend and international sensation, Abdullah Ibrahim, has been honoured with the Van Toeka Af Living Legends Recognition Series award in Cape Town. This marks the seventh edition of the Series. It’s an initiative the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has bestowed on accomplished local artists. Previous recipients include Professor Pitika Ntuli, Dr James Matthews, Dr John Kani, Dr Madala Kunene, the late Dr Madosini Mpahleni and Dr Peter […]

14 April 2024

Local

Cape Town Faces burial space crisis

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen The City of Cape Town (COCT) is facing a pressing issue as burial space diminishes in the Mother City, prompting officials to explore new options. Mayoral Committee Member for Community Service and Health, Patricia van der Ross, shed light on this matter during Ramadan AM on Wednesday. "With approximately 40 cemeteries in Cape Town, the majority are facing critical shortages in burial space. Some cemeteries, such as […]

10 April 2024

Cape Town

Download our new app

Download
our new app