By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert The City of Cape Town said proactive essential maintenance on the Cape Flats water network is coming to an end today, this after 22 communities on the Cape Flats were left without water since the start of the week. Speaking to VOC News residents from areas such as Lavender Hill, Ottery and Pelican Park expressed great disappointment, claiming that no thorough measures were put in place […]
By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert Following a housing radio feature that aired at the end of February on the VOC Breakfast show, the City of Cape Town responded to some of the allegations made by residents who shared their concerns regarding the status of the housing sector within the Metro. Speaking to VOC News residents across the city said the housing opportunities provided by the city are almost non-existent. “I have […]
By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert The Voice of the Cape (VOC) Radio was abuzz on Tuesday as people flocked to the station to take full advantage of its first free community services day. Listeners had the opportunity to personally engage with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), the City of Cape Town (COCT) and the Western Cape Blood Services (WCBS). An array of services […]
By Kouthar Sambo The Yusufeyyah Masjied has been embroiled in discussions with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) and the City of Cape Town (COCT) over illegal settlements around the Mosque that have attracted criminal elements. It is believed that PRASA has allegedly intervened on the ground following commentary and disturbing scenes making the rounds on social media. Speaking on VOC's Drive Time show on Tuesday, Secretary of […]
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.
