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On 21 August, 1969, an extremist Australian Christian, Dennis Michael Rohan, attempted to set fire to Masjidul Al-Aqsa Mosque – a significant moment in the history of this sacred mosque. The fire destroyed some of Jerusalem's most historic landmarks, including a 1,000-year-old pulpit. It’s believed Dennis Rohan’s actions had the blessing of the Israeli occupation forces. Some 51 years later, the Noble Sanctuary of Al-Aqsa remains under as great a threat as ever.
Welcome to this special programme on Masjdul Al Aqsa, as we remember this event and look at how it relates to the current events at Al Aqsa and Palestine. This week marks the launch of a global campaign initiated by the Mimbar Al Aqsa Forum, which is scheduled to begin on the 21 August.
Our guests this evening: -Shaykh Ebrahim Gabriels, director of the Al Quds Foundation -Moulana Yusuf Patel, secretary general of UUCSA -Dr Anwah Nagia, a member of the Mimbar Al Aqsa Forum -Ismail Adam Patel, founder of the Friends of Al Aqsa -Haafith Ebrahim Moosa, from the Palestine Information Network
Insights into the Covid-19 pandemic and how it affects us South Africans Guest Speaker: Professor Salim Abdool Karim (Chairperson of the Covid-19 Ministerial Advisory Committee)
With the global debate around racism and the Black Lives Matter movement, former US ambassador Ebrahim Rasool and US scholar Shaykh Siraj Wahhaj participated in an online discussion on these issues. The dialogue was hosted by the Al Ikhlaas Academic Library on Saturday 13th June
As a court battle looms over the call from two Muslim organisations for mosques to be reopened during the national lockdown, VOC in partnership with UUCSA hosted a simulcast radio discussion to give a medical perspective on the spread of COVID19 in religious gatherings. The show was hosted by Shafiq Morton on Monday 20 April
Why is the house of Allah under lockdown? VOC was part of a live simulcast panel discussion on this highly-emotive topic... Guests: Maulana Ebrahim Bham, Maulana Taha Karaan, Dr Zameer Brey
Arafah 2019 will be one that hujjaj will never forget. In what many say is a rare occurrence, thunderstorms hit the plains of Arafah during the Waqt of Wuqoof on Saturday - bringing a much-needed respite to the intense heat hujjaj have been experiencing. Yusuf Fisher chatted to Maulana Irshaad Sedick of the Al Jeem Foundation on Arafah, who gives a beautiful account of what happened
What was meant to be a joyous day for Palestinians celebrating Eid-ul-Adha descended into violence and chaos as Zionist forces clashed with Palestinians at Masjidul Aqsa in occupied East Jerusalem. Israeli occupation police fired tear gas, rubber bullets and sound grenades to remove Palestinian worshippers from the sacred site, following a standoff at one of the gates to the compound. Palestinian activist Basel Agbaria chats to us from occupied East Jerusalem
The Daroel Ielm Institute in Salt River hosted this critical discussion on Monday 22 July on the Muslim response to the detention of the political activist and martyr Imam Abdullah Haron. It forms part of the 123-day campaign to commemorate 50 years since his death. Imam Haron spent 123 days in police detention, where he was brutally killed by apartheid security police. VOC broadcasted live from the event.
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In a leaked audio, purportedly of ANC treasurer-general Paul Mashatile, which was sent to TimesLIVE, Mashatile has admitted that the party had planned to sack President Jacob Zuma after a meeting of its National Executive Committee (NEC), which was planned for yesterday, but cancelled the previous evening.
A right-wing extremist suspected of shooting six Africans in central Italy was aware of what he had done and exhibited no remorse, an Italian law enforcement official said yesterday.
Luca Traini, 28, remained jailed as police investigated him on multiple counts of attempted murder with the aggravating circumstance of "racial hatred" for the Saturday attacks in the Italian city of Macerata. On line is Raffaela Marchetti, Senior Assistant Professor in International Relations at the School of Governance of LUISS and expert at Dialogue of Civilization Research Institute.
Guest : Raffaelle Marchetti Position: Expert, Dialogue of Civilization Research Institute.
One month has lapsed since 32 mu’tamireen, who were scheduled to travel with Al-Mujaahiedeen in late December 2017, were informed that payment on their flight tickets had defaulted. VOC reporter Thakira Desai spoke to the president of the South African Travel and Haj Operators Association (SATHOA), Adam Jainodien, who discussed tomorrows scheduled meeting between SATHOA, the operator, and affected mu'tamireen.
South African mining magnate Patrice Motsepe was the guest speaker during Jumuah at the Darul Islam Mosque in Surrey Estate on Friday, 24 November 2017, where he engaged on the topic of the role of religion in society as well as South Africa's socio-political problems. Motsepe is the deputy chairman of Sanlam and chairman of African Rainbow Minerals. He is also the head of the Motsepe Foundation who, in association with more than 40 faith-based organisations, prominent traditional leaders and Kings will be praying for the success of South Africa at a National Prayer Day Ceremony on Sunday at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. World renowned International reciter Shaykh Abduragmaan Sadien delivered a Qira'ah, while the Arabic khutbah was delivered by Sheikh Riad Fataar. Take a listen to Motsepe's full lecture.
The unbelievable story of Lily Reed, the survivor of a brutal gang rape. Lily is the author of ‘The Dark Seed’, in which she documents her rape in Malawi and her healing process. This riveting conversation chronicles Lily’s fateful night in 2012, how she’s learnt to pick up the pieces, and learning to live with more gratitude and without fear. VOC journalist Thakira Desai sat down with Lily as she reflected on her remarkable journey.
[Note: This interview contains sensitive content]
Guest: Nathier Abrahams Position: Founder Intune Tutoring In studio: 082 705 9913 Email: info@intunetutoring.co.za WWW: www.intunetutoring.co.za Twitter: @intunetutoring.co.za Instagram: @intunetutoring.co.za Facebook: Intune Tutoring Mathematical Literacy GR 12 Exam Breakdown.pdf — PDF (193.9 KB)
Guest: Nathier Abrahams Position: Founder Intune Tutoring In studio: 082 705 9913 Email: info@intunetutoring.co.za WWW: www.intunetutoring.co.za Twitter: @intunetutoring.co.za Instagram: @intunetutoring.co.za Facebook: Intune Tutoring 2017 Exam Breakdown- Grade 12 Mathematics.pdf — PDF (160.0 KB)
Guest: Nathier Abrahams Position: Founder Intune Tutoring In studio: 082 705 9913 Email: info@intunetutoring.co.za WWW: intunetutoring.co.za Twitter: @intunetutoring.co.za Instagram: @intunetutoring.co.za Facebook: Intune Tutoring
As Israeli officials moved to "gradually reopen" the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem for afternoon prayers Sunday after three days of closure, officials from the Islamic Endowment (Waqf) that runs the holy site refused to pass through new metal detectors that were installed at the compound's entrances -- though Israeli police said at least 200 people had entered.
The attempt to reopen the compound came upon an order from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after it had been closed following a deadly shooting attack inside the compound that left two Israeli border policemen killed and three Palestinian assailants shot dead on Friday. For the first time since 1967, no Jumuah was held at Al Aqsa and no prayers for two days. In the next hour, we unpack the latest developments
As Israeli officials moved to "gradually reopen" the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem for afternoon prayers Sunday after three days of closure, officials from the Islamic Endowment (Waqf) that runs the holy site refused to pass through new metal detectors that were installed at the compound's entrances -- though Israeli police said at least 200 people had entered.
The attempt to reopen the compound came upon an order from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after it had been closed following a deadly shooting attack inside the compound that left two Israeli border policemen killed and three Palestinian assailants shot dead on Friday. In the next hour, we look at the latest developments
On Sunday, VOC spoke to Palestinian archeologist Dr Abeer Ahmed Zayyad who lives close to Masjidul Aqsa. She visited SA in April this year.
Dr Abeer holds a Masters Degree in Archaeology and has been involved in the preservation of Masjidul Aqsa and its surrounding areas. She has been deeply involved in exposing an Israeli narrative aimed at usurping the Noble Sanctuary for Zionist objectives.
Guest: Moulana Mogammad Hassiem Cassiem, Chairman Sanzaf Western Cape WWW: www.sanzaf.org.za Guest: Fazyruz Mohamed Position: National Deputy Chairperson Sanzaf
Ismail Fakee,Accounts Manager Guest: Nazeer Vadia, Media Co-ordinator Guest: Brother Saed Saleh, Muslim Hands office in Palestine Guest: Abduragmaan Davids & Abdul Basiet Lillah Guest: Hester, chairperson of the Board of Management of Retirement Village
Guest: Wilhemina, secretary of Retirement Villahge
Guest: Sister Shihaam Al-Talib, oversees AMA projects in Malawi
Guest: Sheikh Sa’ad Al-Talib, Sheikh Sa’ad instrumental in overseeing AMA projects in Malawi
Guest: Farah Sibda, Administrator at the CT office
Guest: Moulana Mogammad Hassiem Cassiem, Chairman Sanzaf Western Cape WWW: www.sanzaf.org.za Guest: Fazyruz Mohamed Position: National Deputy Chairperson Sanzaf
Guest: Sheikh Haashim Peck, Project Supervisor Muslim Hands / Participant Kilimanjaro Trek www.muslimhands.org.za
Guest: Nazeer Vadia, Media Co-ordinator Muslim Hands
Guest: Haseena Dawood, Volunteeer at Orphan Iftaar
Guest: Sheikh Abdullah Asali, Imaam at Al – Fatigah Masjid Khayalitsha site B
Guest: Hafez Imraan Choonara, National Director of AMA www.africamuslimsagency.co.za
Guest: Sheikh Sa’ad Al-Talib
Guest: Shaykh Ebrahim Charles, Islamic Scholar Guest: Shanaaz Ebrahim Girie, Communications Manager Islamic Relief Guest: Umair Hasan, Head of Emergency operations in East Africa for IRW Guest: Nazreen Inglis, Programmes Coordinator-Cape Town
Guest: Moulana Mogammad Hassiem Cassiem, Chairman Sanzaf Western Cape WWW: www.sanzaf.org.za Guest: Fazyruz Mohamed Position: National Deputy Chairperson Sanzaf
Guest: Sheikh Haashim Peck, Project Supervisor Muslim Hands
Guest: Ismail Fakee, Deputy Manager Muslim Hands
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Guest: Farah Sibda,Administrator at the CT office
Guest: Sister Shihaam Al-Talib,Oversees AMA projects in Malawi
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Guest: Yusuf Mohamed, COO, Islamic Relief SA
Guest: Shaykh Riyadh Walls, Islamic Relief South Africa Ambassador
Guest: Yusuf Atcha, Principal The Leadership College
Guest: Moulana Ali Adam, Director The Leader College
Guest: Nazreen Inglis, Field Worker, Islamic Relief South Africa
Guest: Moulana Mogammad Hassiem Cassiem, Chairman Sanzaf Western Cape WWW: www.sanzaf.org.za
Guest: Fazyruz Mohamed Position: National Deputy Chairperson Sanzaf
Guest: Sheikh Haashim Peck, Project Supervisor Muslim Hands www.muslimhands.org.za
Guest: Nazeer Vadia, Media Co-ordinator Muslim Hands
Guest: Hafez Imraan Choonara, National Director of Africa Muslims Agency Direct Aid International WWW: www.africamuslimsagency.co.za
Guest: Yusuf Mohamed, COO, Islamic Relief SA
Guest: Rishqah Sulaiman, Programmes Coordinator – Cape Town
Guest: Tariq Mathiba, Programmes Coordinator, Johannesburg
Guest: Shanaaz Ebrahim Girie, Head of Communications, East Africa Region
Guest: Farahneez Hashim, Procurement Officer
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Guest: Sadathullah Khan, motivational speaker, facilitator of note Facebook: Sadathullah Khan Founded in 2002 by A.W.Sadathullah Khan, Peace For You International Foundation is a non-profit, educational and awareness Organization engaged in empowering people through self- introspection http://discoveryourself.in/
Voice of the Cape Live Broadcast 18 December 2016 Covering the T20 Cricket at Rosmead Sports Field
While the rest of the world is embracing and participating in Islamophobic rhetoric and demeaning the value of Muslims. Let alone disrespect the holy month of Ramadaan. Locally we have Rugby coaches that go the extra mile to make a difference. One such coach is from the oldest Rugby Club in South Africa the Villagers. We now chat to him:
Guest: Paul Reeves Position: Director of the Rugby
Guest: Adiel Galie Position: Senior Coach at Villagers
Did you know that each and everyone expresses love in 5 different ways. This important so that we can fill up our love tanks and those of our spouses and children. To talk us through our 5 love languages is Dawn Penny, Reiki Master and spiritual healer.
Guest: Dawn Penny Position: Reiki Master and spiritual healer
We're discussing why men feels emasculated, they are inexpressive of their feelings and generally what should be the role of men in the household and society. Guests include: 1. Kopano Ratele is professor at UNISA, a masculinity specialist and the head of the Centre for Advanced Study of African Society. 2. Jackie Geduld is a post grad psychology student. 3. Shahieda Jansen is the manager of Student Counselling at the Centre for Student Support Services at UWC. Her special area of interest is male-focused personal transformation.
Continuing the discussion on the unhealthy co-dependent relation. Today we speak about how to break the habit with mindfulness. Guest: Dawn Penny is life coach and master spiritual healer. For more: http://www.livinghealth.co.za/
Do you play the role of the victim, the perpetrator or rescuer? Guest: Dawn Penny is life coach and master spiritual healer. For more: http://www.livinghealth.co.za/
Too often we wake up too late. We've already been diagnosed with this debilitating disease. Rather prevent it now. Here's how. Guest: Dr Leila Sadien Position: Medical doctor, integrative wellness practitioner and founder of Renascent Health in Pinelands.
With children who headed off to school today, we discuss how to cope with separation anxiety, time management and how to cope with the midday rush. Guest: Najmunesa Solomon, life coach and councillor with an Islamic ethos.
Every Monday we discuss alternative medicine with the intention is to shed some light on some of the different healing modalities available in Integrative Medicine. Today the discussion will be on Stress with Dr Leila Sadien. 12pm to 1pm More information: http://mydoctorleila.com/
Shopping Basket profiled the Cake booth on Saturday 09th Jan 2016. Please visit their page on Facebook for some delicious mouth watering cakes and desserts
The discussion revolved around matriculants receiving their results that day. However, general feelings of panic and anxiety was discussed with guest, Najmunesa Solomon - life coach and Councillor
Are you looking for release from overwhelming emotions, stress, trauma or trying to shake off the baggage of your life? Then try the "Tension and Trauma Release Exercises". This self-help tool is an innovative series of exercises that assists the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma. Guest: Desiree English, TRE facilitator - 076 776 6115
How have you looked back on the past year of 2015? Has it been a prosperous one or has it been filled with many challenges? If the year brought you grieve, did you overcome it? We're speaking about bouncing back into the new year. Guest: Najmunesa Solomon, Life Coach and councillor with an Islamic Ethos Contact: nsnajmupeg@gmail.com
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Guest: Dr Leila Sadien Every Monday we discuss alternative medicine with the intention is to shed some light on some of the different healing modalities available in Integrative Medicine. Today the discussion will be on Homeopathy with Dr Leila Sadien. 12pm to 1pm More information: http://mydoctorleila.com/
Guest: Sheigh Faadhil Emandien Position: Head of the MJC's Department of Social Development
Guest : Ruwayda Allie Position : Councillor from the MJC's Department of Social Development