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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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2372 – 2392

Muizenberg Traders Oppose Proposed Changes

Muizenberg is a traditional meeting place and the flea market is particularly well-known by locals and visitors who frequent the area. Earlier this week we received reports about a proposed changes to trading conditions and capacity which have raised concern amongst traders who have been doing business at the market…
20 Nov 2015 6 min

IMAM MOBILIZE COMMUNITY AGAINST CRIME

In response to the recent spike of crime in the Hanover Park Imams at the various masjids in the area recently formed an alliance against crime. Members of the coalition have also invited residents to join them. To tell us more is Ebrahim Abrahams, chairperson for the Hanover Park Imam…
19 Nov 2015 6 min

EXPANSION OF MYCITI SERVICES IN MITHCHELLS PLAIN

Whilst Capetonians have become accustomed to peak hour traffic, Mitchells Plain residence who are familiar with the Myciti services will now benefit from the expanded routes in the area. To us more is Councillor Brett Herron Mayoral Committee Member Transport for Cape Town, City of Cape Town online now Guest:…
19 Nov 2015 4 min

YOUTH SPEAK - OUT ON PARIS ATTACKS

As you may know Paris has been in the spotlight for the recent attacks and Muslim are once again being labelled in the process. Whilst the tragedy has been widely discussed in many parts of the world, two Muslim youth in South African have taken the initiative of speaking about…
19 Nov 2015 11 min

TAXI ASSOCIATION STRIKE

The Western Cape Taxi Alliance will embark on strike action in Cape Town on today. The group of former taxi drivers will hand over a memorandum of grievances to the Premier of the Western Cape. To tell us more is a spokesperson from the alliance, who asked not to be…
19 Nov 2015 6 min

CITY'S FESTIVE SEASON READINESS

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…
18 Nov 2015 7 min

SOMERSET WEST FESTIVAL TRADERS NO RESOLVE

The Somerset West Festival under the Lights challenge to obtain extension on trading dates has sparked concern amongst traders. In light of the situation, organisers held an emergency executive meeting yesterday. To tell us more is Taj Akleker, Facilitator joins us online to give us an update Guest: Taj Akleker…
18 Nov 2015 8 min

CPUT CAMPUS SHUTDOWN

As you may know CPUT campus has shutdown following the recent student protest. To tell us more is Lauren Kansley, media liaison Guest: Lauren Kansley Position: Media Liaison for CPUT
18 Nov 2015 4 min

STUDENT PROTEST : DAMAGE AND COST ANALYSIS

As you may know the recent student protest at the University of the Western Cape and CPUT has led to the cancellation of the academic activities. The institutes have also incurred sustained structural damage to property due to alleged vandalism by protestors To tell us more is Thokozile Ntshiqa, Executive…
18 Nov 2015 5 min

SA ISSUE ARREST AGAINST FOUR ISRAELI COMMANDERS

The Directorate of the Priority Crimes Investigation Unit of the South African Police Services have issued warrants of arrests against four Israeli commanders from the Israeli Navy and Israeli Defence Force (IDF), who were responsible for the attacks on the Mavi Marmara. The ship was part of a flotilla of…
18 Nov 2015 8 min

IMPACT OF CRIME ON LEARNERS AND STUDENTS IN HANOVER PARK

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…
17 Nov 2015 8 min

WOMEN LEGAL CENTRE

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…
17 Nov 2015 9 min

THE #FEES MUST FALL @ UWC

The #feesMustFall UWC movement has admitted to losing control of students as protest actions intensified on campus recently. VOC Journalist, raeesah Isaacs spoke to member of the movement, Mnqobi Ngubane to find out more…. Guest : Mnqobi Ngubane
17 Nov 2015 9 min

FREE PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION ON PROPERTY OWNERSHIP

Buying or selling of property can be complicated especially if you have limited knowledge about the industry. VOC producer spoke to Annette Evans the General Manager for the Institute of Estate Agents of South Africa about the upcoming free public information session on Property Ownership Guest : Annette Evans
17 Nov 2015 5 min

D6 COMMUNITY OPPOSE DEVELOPMENT

A proposed residential development in District Six has been opposed by community living in the area. Concerned residents and District Six Community Forums have raised concerned about lack of consultation and the long term impact the development will have on rate payers in the area. To tell us more... Guest:…
17 Nov 2015 7 min

FEES MUST FALL PARENTS SOLIDARITY COMMITTEE

As you may know UWC and CPUT have been in the spotlight for the recent violent protest actions. Whilst the story has received a lot of attention questioned around alleged police brutality and the conduct of students during these demonstrations have also come to light. And the institutions have now…
17 Nov 2015 6 min

JOB READINESS FOR AFTER MATRICS

Another class of matrics will be finishing their school career soon. Not everyone will have an opportunity to find immediate employment, especially without experience. We now speak to... Guest : Mike Klink Position : Employment readiness coach and career mentor for some practical tips to boost your chances of employment.
16 Nov 2015 8 min

Ottery CPF: Violence in Ottery and Grassy Park

Whilst the community of Grassy Park and the surrounding areas of Ottery might be aware of the elements of gangsterism. The recent string of violence has concerned residents fearing for their safety. To tell us more is Reverend Philip Bam chairperson of the Community Police Forum in Grassy Park Guest:…
16 Nov 2015 15 min

STELLENBOSCH LANGUAGE TRANFORMATION

Now Stellenbosch University announced a historic move to revise its language policy changing the primary language instruction from Afrikaans to English. As you may know protesting groups, such as Open Stellenbosch and the South African Students' Congress, have been very vocal about transformation at the institution. To chat about the…
16 Nov 2015 7 min

CPF PROVINCIAL ELECTIONS

A new chairperson was recently elected to oversee the Community Police forums in the Province. To give us an overview on the developments in the CPF structure is Hanif Loonat the chairperson Cluster Community Police Forum (CPF) Guest: Hanif Loonat Position: chairperson Cluster Community Police Forum (CPF) (Title could change…
16 Nov 2015 2 min
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