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‘Different’ Ramadan for Muslims in SA, but a chance to do things differently

With the blessed month of Ramadan in our midst, Muslims around the world find themselves in unchartered territory. The coronavirus pandemic and the stringent lockdown regulations, has created a some-what sombre mood for the auspicious month ahead. But, the Muslim Judicial Council’s (MJC) Maulana Abdul Khaaliq Allie has reminded Muslims in the Cape that it is not all doom and gloom but rather a new challenge with even bigger blessings. […]

today25 April 2020

International News

Coronavirus: How Ramadan will differ this year

With the spread of Covid-19 impacting millions of people worldwide, the holy month of Ramadan, which is scheduled to begin on or around Thursday 23 April, may look very different this year. What usually happens during Ramadan? For Muslims around the world, Ramadan is one of the most revered months of the year. It is believed that during this ninth month of the Islamic calendar, God revealed the first verses […]

today24 April 2020

Events

VOC prepares for its annual Bucket of Joy Ramadan Kiddies Project

Ramadan can be very difficult for young children and while it is not accustomed for Muslim children to fast before they reach puberty, the sense of togetherness and the importance of charity that Ramadan emphasises is something any child can relate to. In recognizing the commitment of children to the month of Ramadan, VOC will host its annual VOC Bucket of Joy Ramadan Kiddies Project. The event aims to reward […]

today3 July 2018

Ramadaan

How to manage your diabetes during Ramadan

There's a lot of controversy about whether diabetics should fast during the month of Ramadan. This is because they're required to eat before sunrise and then only again after sunset. It is recommended that those diabetics who are able to fast carefully reassess their meal plans in order to control their blood sugar levels throughout the day. Fried samosas or chilli bites with a warm bowl of soup can be […]

today17 May 2018

Ramadaan

Ramadan message from the President of the MJC

Assalaamu Alaykoem wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatu -- May the peace and blessings of Almighty Allah be Upon you. Allah Almighty says, “O You who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, so that you may be Allah-Conscious (come closer to Allah). [Fasting] is for a fixed number of days. But whoever of you is ill or on a journey, shall fast – instead […]

today17 May 2018

Ramadaan

Ramadan – An Archetype of Islam

By Yaseen Kippie The month of Ramadan is a festive period for all Muslims, whether rich or poor, young or old. It brings a sense of heightened consciousness of Allah through fasting together as a community. This is an archetype of what Islam really stands for. This consciousness, or Taqwa, is the very purpose of Ramadan. As Allah says in the Quran, “Oh you who believe, Fasting has been prescribed […]

today1 June 2017

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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