SHOW: WWT (Women's World Today

TIME: 10H00 - 12H00

CLASSFICATION: Weekday Women

This popular women's program has been on air since 1999, hosted by Sulaila Appleby and produced by Lutfia Carloo between 10 and 12pm. It deals with different matters on different days of the week, starting on Mondays with Motivational Matters, a slot that Supports Organisations and the Let's Talk About Us hour when women have the chance to discuss pertinent social issues, with input from an expert. Tuesdays Growing Pains provides child-rearing advice followed by a sponsored Cooking slot. Housewives find worthy advice in the Hints & Tips/Gardening slot on Wednesdays, which precedes the sponsored Medical Hour. The family favourite, Q & A with Imam Faried Manie fills a religious sport on Thursday, by providing answers to the niggly questions most people are afraid to ask. Fridays, being the Muslim holy day, continue the religious focus with Call to Islam, a program that speaks to Muslim reverts, followed by Naseegha for Jumuah and Focus on the Quran.

SHOW: Newsbeat

TIME: 12H00 - 12H45

CLASSFICATION: Weekday Actuality

This hard news show fills the slot between 12 and 12.45pm and is hosted by Safaa Dien. It follows a punchy news style by starting with the Midday News, including a Sports Bulletin by Lutfia Carloo at 12pm. It is followed by an update from a daily newspaper on its headline-making stories. In the second 15 minute, it moves on to the Sound Reports, which includes 2 - 4min soundbytes on various stories, ranging from international to local matters. The last 15 minutes contains live Beat Reports and editorials written by VOC's news staff, which allows them to comment on the stories behind the stories. The show is labour intensive and is produced by a team of up to 6 journalists, including reporters Lavern de Vries, Warda Sampson, Roldah Lee and Munadia Karaan. On Fridays, due to Jumuah, the show ends at 12.15pm.

SHOW: Jolly Juniors

TIME: 13H30 - 14H00

CLASSFICATION: Weekday Children

This slot is aimed at the little ones and is hosted alternatively by Nadia Gamieldien-Dramat and Safaa Dien. The half hour program which starts at 1.30pm, includes history and fiqh among others in the Islamic Corner, rhymes, games and stories along with educational content In the Playground. The show also goes out to various creches to record programs there and then present edited versions on air.

SHOW: Youth World

TIME: 15H00 - 16H00

CLASSFICATION: Weekday Youth

Co-ordinated by Warda Sampson, this show is presented by different teams. On Mondays and Friday's, Warda and her Teen Vibes team discuss youth related subjects, while Uncle Idris invites the youth to Say it Like it Is on Wednesday. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aqeedah Hoosain keeps the eye on matters more educational for the youth.

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Weekend

SHOW: Saturday Live

TIME: 07H00 - 10H00

CLASSFICATION: Weekend Family

Co-hosted by Munadia Karaan, Moegamad Zain Majiet and Khalil Kathrada, this three hour show on alternate Saturdays between 7 and 10am is jampacked with actuality, sport, entertainment and lighthearted chat after 9am. Best known for the good-natured bantering between the team members, the show starts with actuality coverage which includes a Snap Debate at 8.30am, a Sports Update by soccer fundi, Farouk Abrahams, and general coverage from Ridwan Osman. At 8am, Reviews & Previews takes a look at whatever is new on the entertainment scene that affects Muslims, including new CD launches, shows and films. It also includes News @ 9am, which precedes the lively Chat Hour when listeners are given a lighthearted subject to personalise with their own stories.

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Actuality

Drive Time

Presenters: Shafiq Morton & the Big Baboon

Producer: Warda Sampson

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 16h00 - 18h00

The Drive Time-Show is an actuality program that deals with a wide range of issues that affect our listeners. It incorporates two news bulletins, traffic reports, along with the weather report brought to listeners by the infamous "Big Baboon".

News

Reporters: Warda Sampson, Laverne de Vries, Roldah Lee

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 07h00, 08h00, 10h00, 12h00, 13h15, 15h00, 17h00, 17h30, midnight; weekend / 09h00, 15h00

Newsroom full-time staffers (Munadia Karaan, Warda Sampson, Roldah Lee and Lavern De Vries) bring with them a blend of solid experience and an understanding of their community's needs. News bulletins are less frequent, but more substantial.This includes: 3 News Headlines at 10h00, 14h00, and 17h00. 4 Main Actuality bulletins, including international, financial and sport news, at 07h00, 08h00, 12h00 and 17h30, along with an international bulletin at midnight. A feature story slot at 13h15, entitled VOC Perspectives, selects challenging articles that give greater insight into the plight of Muslims around the world. There are four bulletins on weekends.

News & Insights

Presenter: Safaa Dien

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 08h00 - 10h00

An interactive actuality program dealing with topical issues related to news and general issues that affect the community.

VOC FM Breakfast Show

Presenter: Faiek Abrahams

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 06h00 - 08h00

An interactive combination of local and international news with an inherent focus on community news.

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Religious

Adaab Series

Presenter: Safeya Samuels

On Air (Day / Time): Sunday / between Magrieb & Ishaa

The aim of the program is to adopt the best character in accordance with the Quran and Sunni of the Prophet (PBUH), while inculcating and projecting these qualities when addressing or resolving issues that affect our daily lives as Muslims.

Al-Ihsan

Presenter: Imam Hasan Walele

On Air (Day / Time):Sunday / 20h00 - 21h00

An educational and spiritual program with the intention of imbibing and cultivating prophetic, angelic and saintly qualities within man.

Concepts of Salaah

Presenter: Aqeedah Salie

On Air (Day / Time): Thursday / between Magrieb & Ishaa

A program dealing with the function, purpose and objective of Salaah, while also dealing with the mental, psychological, physical and spiritual preparations. Co-presented by specialist Sheikh Ebrahim Abrahams.

Focus on the Hadith

Presenter: Sadiq Samodien

On Air (Day / Time): Monday / between Magrieb & Ishaa

The program includes a discussion about the actions and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a guide to Muslims and a review of Hadith scholars and literature with special guest Sheikh Shahid Suleiman.

Focus on the Quran

Presenter: Sulayla Appleby

On Air (Day / Time): Friday / 11h00 - 12h00

A focus on selected chapters of The Holy Quran presented as a general discussion with regular guest Sheikh Achmat Sedick.

Fokus Op Iemaan (Focus on Iman)

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Thursday

A religious program aimed at increasing the listener's level of "God Consciousness." It is co-presented by Sheikh Kashief Damon

Happy Families, Happy Homes

Presenter: Imam Abdul Moutie Saban

On Air (Day / Time): Wednesday / 11h30 - 13h00, Saturday / 18h00 - 19h00

The program addresses marital issues from a religious point of view and provides advice to couples on pertinent social problems in this regard. This includes courting, marital rights, relations with in-laws, divorce etc.

Haj Program

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher & Sheikh Ebrahim Gabriels

On Air (Day / Time): Monday or Tuesday / 21h00 - 22h00

This program deals with the religious aspects of the holy journey to Mecca, with special guest Sheikh Ebrahim Gabriels.

Naseegah 4 Jumu'ah

Presenter: : Sulayla Appleby

On Air (Day / Time): Friday/ between 10h00 - 11h00

Alternative and constructive solutions to life's dilemmas, e.g. gambling, sexual abuse, unemployment, substance abuse, etc.

Q & A

Presenter: Sulayla Appelby

On Air (Day / Time): Monday and Thursday / 11h30 - 13h00

An interactive religious affairs program addressing various religious questions posed by listeners. Imam Farid Manie, a widely respected member of the ulema (clergy), answers the questions. The program also deals with specific religious topics that are relevant to the local Muslim Community, e.g. patience, piety, or questions related to death.

A Question of Belief

Presenter: Shihaam Mayman

On Air (Day / Time): Tuesday / between Magrieb & Ishaa

The program shows how belief influences our approach to life and in is specifically geared at Muslim reverts.

Toward Understanding Islam

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Sunday

A program, featuring alternating religious leaders, that allows listeners, especially non-Muslim, the opportunity to gain more insight into Islam.

Uloom Al Quran

Presenter: Mogammed Zain Majiet

On Air (Day / Time): Wednesday / between Magrieb & Ishaa, Thursday / 19h00 - 20h00

The program deals with the sciences of the Holy Quran, specifically Revelation, compilation and interpretation. It also looks at the etiquette to be observed when reciting the Holy Quran.

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Special Interest

Bridging the Gap

Presenter: Aqeedah Salie

On Air (Day / Time):

The program focuses on helping individuals act towards the realization of their vision, goals and desires. The program provides information, support strategies and resources for personal growth and development.

Classifieds

Presenter: Nadia Gamieldien-Dramat

On Air (Day / Time): Monday till Thursday / 11h00 - 11h30

Jobs and accommodation are advertised, as well as individual sales and purchase of items.

Eastern Gems

Presenter: Azaad Mohideen Sheikh

On Air (Day / Time): Saturday / 10h00 - 11h30

A promotion of Eastern/Indian Arts & Culture in the tradition of Indian folk music, songs and Islamic Qawali songs & live shows comprising of the Urdu and Hindi languages.

Family Quiz Show

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Saturday

A family quiz program where contestants compete telephonically to win many wonderful prizes sponsored by businesses.

Golden Hour

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Saturday or Sunday / 13h30 - 15h00

A program produced especially for the aged, during which they can joyfully reminisce. The aged are given the opportunity to send messages to loved ones and friends as well as receive written and telephone messages from family and friends.

Household Tips & Remedies

Presenter: Rashieda Booley

On Air (Day / Time): weekends / 11h30 - 13h00

An interactive show dealing with herbal based remedies of alternate health practitioners and the sharing of food and cake recipes.

Jolly Juniors

Producer: Nadia Gamieldien-Dramat

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 13h30 - 14h00

The children's program on VOC is geared towards pre-school to primary school children. It includes story telling - with a strong moral element - riddles, rhymes, competitions and educational exercises. It is interspersed with religious and contemporary children's music. Young listeners are also invited to participate in the program by phoning in, visiting the studio as part of a group or going on educational excursions.

Legal Hour

Presenter: Ismail Jacobs

On Air (Day / Time): Tuesday / 20h00 - 21h00

There is a primary focus on civil matters (maintenance, divorce, building contracts) with the exclusion of criminal matters.

Miles of Sport

Presenters: Ismail Jacobs and Yusuf Jackson

On Air (Day / Time): Saturday / 20h00 - 21h00

It focuses on local and international sport with a deeper focus on local sports organizations and cultural sports not traditionally covered by other media.

Pick A Box

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Friday

Listeners are given the chance to win a prize or a booby prize - depending on the box they pick - by answering a question. No one walks away empty-handed.

Prisoner's Hour

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Tuesdays and Wednesdays / 22h00 -23h00

This program allows prisoners to forward their letters to loved ones via the station, which are then read on air, while listeners are given the opportunity to reciprocate.

Qawali program

Presenters: Adam Brey, Sharief Hassen and Mansur Roomanie

On Air (Day / Time): Monday / 23h00 - 00h00

An interactive music program that allows listeners to call in and request their favorite local and international Qawali songs.

Sounds of the Cape

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Friday and Saturday

Live entertainment (music/qasidahs) provided by local entertainers from the studio.

Urdu Cultural Programme

Presenters: Adam Brey, Sharief Hassen and Mansur Roomanie

On Air (Day / Time): Sunday / 10h00 -11h30

Similar to the "Qawali Program," however the emphasis is on the Urdu language and the music of Bollywood.

Women's World Today

Presenters: Nadia Gamieldien-Dramat & Faiza Peters-Dharsey (Mondays)

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 10h00 - 11h00

This popular program is aimed at housewives and covers fields of special interest to women: Monday deals with the recipes, Wednesday deal with medical matters, and Thursday is the time for religious affairs concerning women. Tuesdays are flexible and could cover gardening and family planning programs.

Youth World

Producer: Warda Sampson

Presenters: Yusuf Jackson, Gakiema Solomons

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 15h00 - 16h00

Youth and youth organizations are invited to call in and share their views on various youth-related issues.

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Chat/Other

Air Your View

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Sunday

A weekend current affairs program during, which listeners are given the opportunity to express their views on a specific, relevant topic.

Automobile Hour

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Wednesday

A look at the automobile industry, financing of motor vehicles, the introduction of new models by certain manufacturers, as well as discussions with certain dealers. Listeners are given the opportunity to pose questions and/or ask for advice regarding their motor vehicles.

Caravan into the Night

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 21h00 - 00h00

Comprises of Hadj Program, Night Surgery, Automobile Hour, Prisoners' Hour, Air Your View, Fokus Op Iemaan, Pick A Box, Sounds Of The Cape, Family Quiz Show, Toward Understanding Islam, Dedications Time & The Golden Hour.

Community Focus

Presenters: Ismail Jacobs, Mugammad Zain Majiet, Aqeeda Salie, Safeyah Samuels

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 19h00 - 20h00, Wednesday / 20h00 - 21h00

A show that informs the listener about various community events.

Community Profile

Presenter: Sulayla Appelby

On Air (Day / Time): Tuesday / 11h30 - 13h00

This show allows listeners to be introduced to various community organizations. This show is a key component in servicing the community.

Dedications Time

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): every evening

Listeners telephone and/or write to send dedications (messages) to family and friends wishing one another on special occasions, i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, etc.

Easy Listening

Presenter: Nadia Gamieldien-Dramat

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 14h00 - 15h00

An interactive eastern music program complete with birthday dedications and surprise calls.

Nightshift

Presenters: (from left to right) Ebrahim Hull, Rajee Devajee, Abdullah Slamang, Fairuz Moerat, Anwar Davids and Fadiel Salie

On Air (Day / Time): week days / 00h00 - 06h00, weekends / 00h00 - 07h00

All programs reflect an Islamic ethos. Community notices such as workshops, fund-raising, job opportunities, events at masaajid, quranic recitations, athaan for Tahajjud salaah and issues such as drug abuse, street children, inheritance, Haj, etc form the backbone of the programs.

Night Surgery

Presenter: Yusuf Fisher

On Air (Day / Time): Monday / 20h00 - 21h00

A medical program with interaction between a "resident" doctor (namely Professor Kalla), the listeners and the presenter. Specialists in various medical fields appear as guests with Professor Kalla.

Shahieda Carlie Show

Presenter: Shahieda Carlie

On Air (Day / Time): weekends / 15h00 - 18h00

An interactive multi-dimensional program that deals with a wide range of religious and community issues.

Weekend Breakfast Show

Presenters: Munadia Karaan, Ismail Jacobs

On Air (Day / Time): weekends / 07h00 - 10h00

WBS' focus is on good humour and relaxation with a healthy dose of reality in the form of current affairs issues. The three-hour program is divided into various segments to keep it interesting. These include a newspaper review, sports update, a snap debate on a relevant community or current affairs issue and a chat hour during which listeners are given the chance to call in with stories on a light-hearted subject.

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Outside Broadcasts

VOC plays host at a number of major festivals throughout the year such as this one held annually at Easter at the Faure Karamat, which attracts in excess of 30,000 people over that weekend. This year other festivals were also held in places like Paarl and Malmesbury.

Community OB's

Presenter: Varying presenters

On Air (Day / Time): It depends

Apart from major festivals, VOC also covers smaller community festivals and fairs on a regular basis. Seen here at the Boorhanul Fair are the team working on the Weekend Breakfast Show's outside broadcast, including presenters, technicians and administrative support staff.

Religious OB's

Gatamul Quran

Presenter: Sadiq Samodien

On Air (Day / Time): Sundays / 11h00 - 13h00

Recitation of the Holy Quran by religious scholars

Jumu-ah

Presenter: Sadiq Samodien

On Air (Day / Time): Friday / 12h00 - 14h00

The Friday afternoon prayer (presented from various mosques throughout the Western Cape and Boland) and a lecture in English and Arabic. This program scores the highest listenership among religious programs.

Modern Challenges Facing Islam

Presenter: Yusuf Atcha

On Air (Day / Time): Friday / between Magrieb & Ishaa

An educational program broadcast from various Islamic schools.

Taraweeg

Presenter: Sadiq Samodien

On Air (Day / Time): Evenings of Ramadan from Maghrieb until concluding prayer.

A special program presented every evening during the Holy Month of Ramadan, with an emphasis on fasting and complete Quranic recitation.

Thikr

Presenter: Sadiq Samodien

On Air (Day / Time): Thursday / 20h00 - 23h00

A community program rendered from various Western Cape and Boland mosques focussed on "remembering" God Almighty and the placing of salutations upon His Beloved Prophet.

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