Aneeqa Du Plessis

Cape Town

Journalist at Voice of the Cape

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UNRWA warns of disease outbreaks due to waste accumulation in Gaza

2 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) warned Saturday of the growing risk of disease outbreaks in Gaza as a result of massive waste accumulation, Anadolu reports. “The war in Gaza is leading to a significant accumulation of waste, which contributes to the spread of disease,” UNRWA said in a statement.
Funeral of Pope Francis held in Vatican

2 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

The funeral of Pope Francis, attended by over 250,000 people who were joined by world leaders and royals, was held on Saturday in Vatican, Anadolu reports. The solemn funeral and moving celebration was presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, who was joined by some 250 cardinals, patriarchs, archbishops, bishops, priests, and consecrated religious people.
Gaza death toll nears 51,500 as Israeli army kills 56 more Palestinians

2 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip killed at least 56 more Palestinians, bringing the death toll from Israel’s genocidal war since October 2023 to 51,495, the Health Ministry said on Saturday, Anadolu reports. A ministry statement said that 108 more injured people were transferred to hospitals in the last 24 hours, taking the number of injuries to 117,524 in the Israeli onslaught. “Many victims are still trapped under the rubble and on the roads as rescuers are unable to reach them,” it added.
Book Review | Echoes of Freedom: The Story of Imam Gassan Solomon

3 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedThe Story of Imam Gassan Solomon, authored by retired high school principal Faseeg Manie, chronicles the extraordinary life of Imam Gassan Solomon—a devoted Muslim leader, anti-apartheid activist, committed politician, and one of the founding members of Voice of the Cape radio. Speaking on VOC’s News Beat show, Manie shared what motivated him to write the biography:“Imam was a true hero of the struggle.
IEC aligns over 23,000 voting districts to new ward boundaries

3 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

The Electoral Commission has realigned more than 23,000 voting districts with newly defined ward boundaries in preparation for next year’s local government elections. This move follows the completion of the first phase of the municipal demarcation process by the Municipal Demarcation Board. According to the Commission, aligning voting districts with updated ward boundaries is essential to ensure accurate voter representation and effective electoral planning.
Dr Adli Peck shares his inspiring journey to greatness

3 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedMogamat Adli Peck, originally from Manenberg, has recently graduated with a PhD from the University of Cape Town (UCT). He is leading the way in developing innovative, cleaner energy solutions. His groundbreaking research focuses on using magnetism to enhance catalysis, a development that could revolutionize the production of cleaner and more efficient fuels.
Tributes continue to pour in for the passing of Imam Gasan Moos

3 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedToday is a somber day as tributes continue to pour in for the passing of Imam Gasan Moos. The Lansdowne and broader Cape Town Muslim communities are in mourning following his death in the early hours of this morning after Fajr prayers, surrounded by his family. He was later laid to rest at Johnson Road Cemetery. Imam Gasan Moos served as the officiating imam at Shukrul Mubeen Masjid in York Road, Lansdowne, since 1980, dedicating over 45 years of his life to serving the community.
Gabon Elections Outcome and Implications for the Future

4 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Rachel Mohamed |Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedGeneral Brice Oligui Nguema has been elected as the President of Gabon following the 2025 elections. Previously, General Nguema had stated he would relinquish power after staging a coup in 2021. However, the recent elections have secured his position for the next seven years.
Section 27 calls for the fiscal framework to be rectified

4 weeks ago | vocfm.co.za | Rachel Mohamed |Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedThe civil organization Section 27 has called for reforms to the 2025/2026 Fiscal Framework to address the growing inefficiencies in various sectors of the Republic of South Africa while ensuring the measures do not negatively impact vulnerable communities.
UWC academics leading the charge against aggressive milk formula promotion

1 month ago | vocfm.co.za | Rachel Mohamed |Aneeqa Du Plessis

By Rachel MohamedAcademics from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) are calling on South African health professional associations to end sponsorship agreements with commercial milk formula (CMF) manufacturers. Both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have issued clear guidance urging healthcare institutions and professional associations to reject sponsorships from the CMF industry.