By Daanyaal Matthews The holy month of Ramadan offers a unique opportunity to Muslims to convene as one ummah and grow through unity by engaging in charitable acts in unison, an opportunity to foster and further bonds. One group that aims to do just that is the Muslim Youth Movement (MYM), which looks to bolster its ranks by hosting a mass iftar in the Gugulethu community with the support of […]
By Kouthar Sambo Images have made the rounds on social media depicting dozens of Palestinians having Iftaar (breaking of fast) on the rubble of their destroyed homes. As the Israeli aggression intensifies in Gaza and the West Bank, today marks the fourth day of Ramadaan in Palestine. Speaking to VOC News, the President of the National Association of Human Rights Defenders on Al Khalil and Ibrahimi Mosque, Badee Dwaik, said […]
By Kouthar Sambo Marking day three of Ramadaan in Palestine, Israeli aggression in Palestine continues to be heightened during the holy month. Palestinian lecturer of English at the Univeristy College of Applied Sciences in Gaza, who also provides psychological support for mothers and children affected by Israeli bombings, Abeer Barakat, told VOC News that Palestinians, once again, experience Ramadaan this year with "great sorrow" since dozens are left displaced. "We […]
By Kouthar Sambo Africa Muslims Agency (AMA) has embarked upon its Go-Beyond Ramadaan campaign, where the organisation will be assisting individuals from 22 countries, including Palestine, Mozambique, Syria, and rural Malawi. Speaking on VOC's Drive Time show on Thursday, Regional Director of AMA Hassan Choonara said every year post-Ramadan, the agency assesses afflicted countries along with the challenges and impact these countries endure. "We try to evaluate how we can […]
By Kouthar Sambo As the blessed month of Ramadaan will be approaching soon, we have to make the necessary mental, emotional, and psychological shifts required for the month so we can reach our full potential during the Ramadaan. VOC News has taken the time to delve into the holistic preparation for the month of Ramadaan and unpack the importance of aligning ourselves in the mental, emotional, physical, and psychological spheres. […]
The month of Ramadaan is considered a time for the ummah to get in touch with their humanity and encourages Muslims to be more charitable. With this comes the endless amounts of charity and Zakah organisations which make sure that the "haves" are giving their money to the "have nots" in a meaningful way. By Rafieka Williams The dire need for assistance and the living conditions in Khayelitsha, was 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.
