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High-energy, informative and hard-hitting, Breakfast Beat packs a mean punch. This show is a current affairs and actuality show, which focuses mainly on issues that are of concern to the community that Voice of the Cape serves. The show feature interviews with prominent politicians, community activists, religious leaders, academic experts and ordinary people. Presenters Sabera, Goolam and producer Loushe make up this dynamic team – all very different personalities that make for interesting conversation, heated debates and plenty of laughs and tears. This show is listener driven and the team loves engaging with callers – no topic is off-bounds! We serve you breakfast every morning Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 9am.
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2000 – 2020

After running an ultra-marathon it seems that faith in humanity has been restore

High-energy, informative and hard-hitting, Breakfast Beat packs a mean punch. This show is a current affairs and actuality show, which focuses mainly on issues that are of concern to the community that Voice of the Cape serves. The show feature interviews with prominent politicians, community activists, religious leaders, academic experts…
30 Mar 2016 8 min

2016 Municipal Elections

If you missed out on the opportunity to register for the upcoming 2016 Municipal Elections you have a final change to register on the 9th and 10th April. VOC producer Quanita Kamaar spoke to Courtney Sampson, Provincial Electoral Officer for the Electoral Commission of South Africa (Western Cape) - head…
30 Mar 2016 8 min

Good News - Cape Town market in Jozi

If you planning to travel and relocate to Johannesburg you are bound to miss your loved ones and would need to adapt to the change of scenery. The other thing that your likely miss is Cape Town cuisine and the popular eating places in the mother city. We have good…
30 Mar 2016 7 min

Safety concerns in Kensington and Train Station

Residence in the Kensington area has voiced concerns about the safety at the Kensington train station. According to reports that we have received residence who access the transport route are at risk of being mugged, dropping off people who use the train is a problem because there is not proper…
30 Mar 2016 7 min

Pre- Analysis on ConCourt to hand down Nkandla

President Jacob Zuma has been in the spotlight for different issues, Gupta gate, Finance Minister Swopping and the lengthy debate on the Nkandla. This week the matter of Nkandla will again surface when the Constitutional court hands down the judgement on matters relating to security upgrades to Zuma's home What…
30 Mar 2016 10 min

16 Counsellors trained for Ocean View police’s victim-friendly room

Crime is a serious issue affecting all communities, the impact can be devastating for victims and lack of support can leave them traumatised for life. The Ocean View community is one area which experiences crime on daily basis and the recent training of counsellors for the victim-friendly room could change…
30 Mar 2016 7 min

MJC President Steps Down

MJC President Moulana Ihsaan Hendricks has announced that he will be stepping down after serving two consecutive terms as President of the Ulema body. The MJC will be holding it’s AGM on the 23rd of April after which elections will begin for new leadership. During his ten year term, Hendricks…
29 Mar 2016 40 min

Launch of Halal Lab in Cape Town

Last week, we spoke to the head of the MJC Halal Trust on the lack of technical expertise with the certifying body – this following an external audit from JAKIM, a top Malaysian body. And while the audit is concerning, there are some positive developments with the launch of a…
29 Mar 2016 14 min

Politics to blame for recent spike in land invasion

A visible increase in the number of attempted land invasions has been noticed over the past two months, especially over weekends. The city’s anti-land invasion unit and law enforcement agencies have been on high alert. Areas including Dunoon, Retreat, Parkwood, Sir Lowry’s Pass Village, and the Steenbras Dam are now…
29 Mar 2016 6 min

An Influx of Holiday Makers Hitting The Roads Before Schools Reopen

With yesterday marking the end of the Easter weekend, we can expect to see an influx of holiday makers hitting the roads before schools reopen. Just how are traffic operations going to manage the roads we chat to Kenny Africa, Provincial Traffic Chief? Guest: Kenny Africa, Position: Provincial Traffic Chief
29 Mar 2016 9 min

Feedback on the Kramat Festival

The area beneath the hill of Tuan Yusuf grave site became a sea of festivities with people from all around the Peninsula heading to the historical site to attend the Tuan Yusuf Kramat Festival. To give us feedback on the event we chat to Ebrahim Peters member of the organising…
29 Mar 2016 7 min

Boland Summer Festival

High-energy, informative and hard-hitting, Breakfast Beat packs a mean punch. This show is a current affairs and actuality show, which focuses mainly on issues that are of concern to the community that Voice of the Cape serves. The show feature interviews with prominent politicians, community activists, religious leaders, academic experts…
28 Mar 2016 9 min

Feel Good News - Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon no obstacle for disabled

High-energy, informative and hard-hitting, Breakfast Beat packs a mean punch. This show is a current affairs and actuality show, which focuses mainly on issues that are of concern to the community that Voice of the Cape serves. The show feature interviews with prominent politicians, community activists, religious leaders, academic experts…
28 Mar 2016 10 min

2 day Life Empowerment Surf Clinic

If you are young, love the ocean and want to try out surfing then the 2 day Life Empowerment Surf Clinic might interest you. We chat to NigelSavel from 9Miles Project Guest: Nigel Savel Position: from 9Miles Project
28 Mar 2016 7 min

Interfaith relations in the Cape - past and present

Muslims in the Cape enjoy certain Easter traditions, such as Cape Malay-style pickled fish and hot cross buns. How has our socialisation impacted on our understanding of other faith groups. Quanita Satardien explores in a conversation with Cape historian Ebrahim Rhoode
28 Mar 2016 10 min

Women in Support of Humanity for Widow And Divorced Women

Women who are widowed or divorced are often the ones who are challenged socially. Whilst it is not impossible for you to be successful it might not necessarily be easy. In our Good News segment we focus on the Women in support of Humanity and the month long project. We…
28 Mar 2016 7 min

Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa celebrates 90th years

As humans depend on nature, be it for food, recreation or for our wellbeing, we also have a responsibility of protecting our natural resources. If you want to do more for the environment but not sure where to start then the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa is bound…
25 Mar 2016 9 min

Kramat Festival Update

The Sheikh Yusuf Kramat Festival is a popular event on the Muslim calendar and has been a traditional meeting place for locals and visiting in Cape Town. The event boasts a range of activities including the popular camping facility. So why is this event so important? We chat to Imam…
25 Mar 2016 12 min

Kramat

This weekend Macassar will see an influx of visitors all attending the annual kramat festival. VOC reporter umrah Hartley decided to investigate the history of this festival and filed this report
25 Mar 2016 9 min

The local fishing market

If you’ve been to the fish market you probably noticed how expensive snoek and other fish cost. And with it being the Easter weekend fish traditionally soar but just how much can you expect to pay and how do local sellers come up with these selling prices. We chat to…
25 Mar 2016 7 min
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