Voice of the Cape

"Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik" — "Here I am, O Allah, here I am." Photos: Supplied

These ladies set aside time from their day to honour the sacred Day of Wuqoof, and hosted a spiritually uplifting Wuqoof Programme at Tennyson Street Masjid (Mughammadiyyah Masjid) in Salt River.

LOOK: On the sacred plains of Arafah, hearts tremble, tears fall, and souls stand before Allah (SWT) in complete surrender. 🌙🤍

“We got a glimpse of what Palestinians experience every day, and we just wanted all of the brutality to end. If this is what we're going to be enduring, I can’t imagine what Palestinians are enduring daily,” added Rehman. Photo: Supplied

Meanwhile, Johannesburg-based pro-Palestine activist Yusuf Rehman shared his thoughts on the delegation’s return and the significance of the flotilla’s message.

RECAP: VOC News reported from Cape Town International Airport on Saturday evening, documenting the return of South African delegates who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), a mission characterized by solidarity, resilience, and support for the people of Palestine.

We have recently pointed out the delays in firearm-related cases and the low conviction rates,” said Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith. Photo: COCT [website]

“This is sterling work by our officers, and I’d like to extend appreciation also to the community members who helped in some of the incidents by pointing out the suspects.

Metro Police officers responded to reports of gunfire in the Samora Machel area on Friday, 22 May, leading to the arrest of two men — one of whom was found with a Glock 19 concealed in his waistband.

These are the resounding sounds of the Talbiyah — a sacred response echoing from the hearts of pilgrims answering the divine call of Allah (SWT). Video: @HolyMakkah01/X

LISTEN: "Labbayk-Allahumma labbayk, labbayka la sharika laka labbayk, inna-l-hamda wan-ni’mata laka wal-mulk, la sharika lak” “Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Verily all praise and grace and dominion are Yours, You have no partner.”

Furthermore, South African delegates are expected to arrive at the Cape Town International Airport tomorrow evening, and VOC News will be on the ground to provide the latest developments as they unfold.

According to the Palestinian media outlet Quds News Network, survivors have reported broken ribs, eye injuries, blindfolding, and humiliation. Additional testimonies are provided below.

UPDATE: Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla have reported experiencing beatings, threats, sexual harassment, and severe mistreatment while detained in Israeli cells after being apprehended in international waters by Israeli forces.