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Gift of the Givers extends relief efforts amid ongoing storm damage in WC

By Ragheema Mclean Humanitarian organization Gift of the Givers (GOTG) has affirmed that it will continue efforts to support communities devastated by recent stormy conditions in the Western Cape. Despite the worst of the storm having passed, persistent rain prevents communities from finding respite, with brief sunshine quickly overshadowed by days of rainfall. Speaking on VOC’s News Beat show, GOTG project manager Ali Sabley said its teams are still on […]

today24 July 2024

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A Climatologist: “Every year we have flooding – it is not climate change. It is a human problem”

By Kouthar Sambo Authorities are on high alert following inclement weather conditions, particularly across the Western Cape, Gauteng, and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). This comes as torrential rain wreaks havoc, resulting in dozens being displaced. Speaking on VOC's PM Drive show on Monday, a Climatologist at the University of Cape Town (UCT), Peter Johnston, explained the current change in weather patterns, which may be attributed to climate change. "Climate is the average […]

today8 July 2024

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Western Cape braces for continued severe weather this week

By Ragheema Mclean Heavy rains and strong winds have battered parts of the Western Cape. The weekend saw severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall across the province. These adverse weather conditions are predicted to persist throughout the week with the Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC) confirming that several cold fronts are expected to continue hitting the region until Friday, 12 July. Speaking on VOC Breakfast on Monday, spokesperson for […]

today8 July 2024

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Western Cape braces for thunderstorms, gale force winds

Authorities are bracing for thunderstorms with gale force winds to hit Cape Town, Drakenstein, the Overberg and Stellenbosch municipalities today. The South African Weather Service has upgraded the level six weather warning for interior winds to level eight. The storms are expected to cause flooding in both formal and informal areas, with the risk of rooftops being blown, damage to infrastructure and traffic disruptions. The City’s Disaster Risk Management Spokesperson Charlotte […]

today7 July 2024

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Child & Human Rights Defender calls for more decisive plan from law enforcement agencies on gun violence in WC

Gun violence continues to plague the Cape Flats, claiming more young lives day by day. The latest figures from the Western Cape Health Department report that between January and June this year, over 300 children with firearm-related injuries were treated at public health facilities in the province. Speaking on VOC’s Sunday Live show earlier today, Crime activist and Child & Human Rights Defender, Zona Morton said a more decisive plan […]

today23 June 2024

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Western Cape working with stakeholders to detect rabies outbreak

The Western Cape Agriculture Department says it’s working with the Veterinary Services as well as the Fisheries and Coastal Management Department to detect the origin of the rabies outbreak in the province. It says they are also testing samples to establish the extent of the outbreak. At least three cases of suspected rabies have been detected in Cape fur seals in Blouberg, Strand and Muizenberg. Provincial authorities have again appealed to the public to avoid contact with seals or […]

today12 June 2024

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Crime activist addresses sexual assault against minors

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen Activists monitoring the numbers stated that there are alarming statistics of sexual violence in the Western Cape, with five women and girls raped daily, totalling 1,909 reported cases between January and April this year. Zona Morton, a whistleblower and crime activist, highlighted a disturbing trend of sexual predators targeting minors under the age of 10. Speaking on VOC Breakfast, Morton expressed her deep concern, stating, “The stats […]

today15 May 2024

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Western Cape Gears Up for Elections: Residents Ready for Change

By Aphelele Mbuzi There are more than 3,3 million registered voters in Western Cape. This is according to the manager of electoral matters, Belinda Mbeleni, all voting stations are ready for citizens to hit the polls come May 29. VOC News spoke to residents in WesBank in Delft, where a collective echo for change was shared. Josephine Snyders emphasized the importance of young adults, aged 18 to 35, recognizing their […]

today23 April 2024

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Western Cape motorists urged to abide by the rules

Western Cape traffic authorities together with various other law enforcement agencies will be conducting integrated operations on the province’s roads over the Easter weekend. The operations form part of plans to keep residents and visitors safe on Western Cape roads during the busy holiday period. Officers will be checking vehicle and driver fitness while reminding motorists to drive responsibly and follow the rules of the road. Provincial traffic authorities will […]

today29 March 2024

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