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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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COSATU: Parliamentary staff strike

Whilst University students hosted demonstrations in different parts of the Western Cape yesterday. Parliamentary staff we demonstrating inside the parliamentary precinct over a salary dispute. The protest turned nasty when riot police has used stun grenades and tear gas to disperse the demonstration. To comment on this is Tony Ehrenreich,…
12 Nov 2015 3 min

SASSA Fraudster Busted

As you may know SASSA has been in the spotlight for fraud following complaints about officials who allegedly accepted cash to approve grants. The agency in conjunction with the assistance of Provincial department of social development has subsequently launched an investigation which recently saw five former employees being found guilty…
12 Nov 2015 5 min

UCT UNREST

Following the suspected arson attack on the UCT Jammie Shuttle yesterday, some students say the atmosphere on campus has intensified as students fear for their safety amid final examinations. VOC Journalist, Ra'eesah Isaacs went to UCT Upper Campus yesterday and filed this report…
12 Nov 2015 4 min

Tension flare up at UWC

It seems that the #FeesMustFall protests is still ongoing following a string of student demonstrtaion at Universities across the Western Cape. A UCT Jammie had been set alight and tension at the UWC had flared up yesterday after protesting students allegedly vandalised exam venues and buildings at the campus. With…
12 Nov 2015 10 min

ABSA Islamic Banking

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…
11 Nov 2015 7 min

Operation Isondlo: Child Maintenance

The department of Justice and Constitutional Development updated media on their Operation Isondlo yesterday. Isondlo is aimed at bringing maintenance defaulters to book in the lead up to 16 Days of Activism against women and child abuse. VOC journalist, Ra’eesah Isaacs attended the meeting yesterday and filed this report…
11 Nov 2015 8 min

Consumer Focus

On Wednesdays is our weekly consumer focus with Wendy Knowler, an award-winning consumer journalist. Have you ever made a blind purchase or had money deducted from your airtime without reason or clue as to why? To help us make sense of this is …Wendy Knowler is the award-winning consumer journalist…
11 Nov 2015 10 min

Drought: Impacts on consumers

Still on the topic of water scarcity we now focus on how the drought might impact on food prices. To tell us more is Imraan Mukkadam, Director for the National Consumer Network and co-ordinating member for the South African Food Sovereignty Campaign Guest: Imraan Mukkadam Position: Director for the National…
11 Nov 2015 9 min

AgriSA: Impact of drought on Agriculture

Whilst South Africa has made its mark on the weather chart as the country with the warmest weather this year. The phenomenon has resulted in some parts of the country experiencing severe drought and water scarcity, with KwaZulu Natal and Free State being declared disaster zones. As you may know…
11 Nov 2015 7 min

Tension in Masiphumele

Yesterday, tension in the Masiphumele area had again flared up following reports of an alleged mob justice attack. As you may know, the area has over the past few months been in the spotlight for protest actions over poor policing. To tell us more Tshepo Moletsane, ANC Branch chairperson in…
11 Nov 2015 5 min

UWC: Impact of Exam delays on registration for 2016

Thousands of Cape Town students recently signed petitions to make year-end exams optional. As you may know some University students have already started exams. To help us make sense of this matter is Nita Lawton-Misra, The Registrar of UWC
10 Nov 2015 8 min

Port Shepstone Business Forum free water distribution

As you may know, some part of the country is experiencing severe drought and water shortages. With KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State being particularly hard hit by the crisis, government are battling to find a solution to the water crisis, a group of concerned members belonging to the Port Shepstone…
10 Nov 2015 7 min

Update on Parliamentary staff strike

Yesterday morning Parliamentary workers belonging to Nehawu had gathered inside the Parliamentary precinct, striking over a salary dispute. While the demonstration ended early in the afternoon, talks between the Union and Parliamentary management had continues To tell us more is Sthembiso Tembe, Nehawu chairperson Parliament joining us
10 Nov 2015 8 min

SAHUC open submission for Haj related complaint

South African Hujaaj who recently returned from Hajj will have an opportunity to submit their grievances or complaints to the South African Hajj and Umrah Council. To tell us more, we have SAHUC president, Shaheen Essop on the line…
10 Nov 2015 6 min

Bontehweuel joint peace forum

As you may know Mayor Patricia de Lille’s conduct at a public meeting in Bonteheuwel last month has left a bitter taste in the mouths of people in the community. The Mayor alleged used derogatory language after people questioned her about developments in the area. The complaint has subsequently made…
9 Nov 2015 8 min

How to avoid conflict and bullying in school

Learners who uploaded videos of bullying and fighting incidents at Schools have sparked social media frenzy. With one video already viewed more than 80 000 times. While this has helped to increase awareness, many people are concerned about the impact this type of exposure would have on children filmed in…
9 Nov 2015 10 min

USA plans to suspend trade benefits not good for SA economy

The South Africa’s export market is under threat as the USA moves to suspend trade benefits of all SA agricultural products. The action follows a US review of South Africa’s status as a full beneficiary of a preferential trade agreement under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA, which…
9 Nov 2015 8 min

Crime in Hanover Park

Whilst crime is an ongoing challenge for the community of Hanover Park. Official have their own challenge of dealing with the issue. As you may know we’ve covered the topic extensively in our news and programmes. Just last week Minister Dan Plato had a special meeting with the community about…
9 Nov 2015 9 min

New public sector union registered

There is a new trade union on the block; it’s called the South African Public Service Union (SAPSU). To tell us more Thobile Ntola Interim President
6 Nov 2015 6 min

South African Savings Institute cautions consumers to spends wisely

Whilst good saving habits can protect you from poverty, debt remains a major challenge for many indi-viduals and families who are battling to keep up with the growing inflation and interest rates. In a bid to help you adopt wise spending habits the South African Savings Institute has launched its…
6 Nov 2015 9 min
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