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3:07

#PODCAST Health Department urge caution after a 3rd...

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2023/07/27

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The Health Department has called on people to practice extreme caution after a third positive imported cholera case was identified in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The first two imported cases were from two individuals who had travelled to Malawi and the third from a patient who returned from Pakistan. Cholera is a bacterial disease usually spread through contaminated water. It causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. South Africa recorded a cumulative number of 199

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2:51

#PODCAST Case against illicit cigarette smuggler...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - The North West Magistrate's Court has postponed the case of Zimbabwean national Joseph Kusekwa, who was arrested last month for allegedly trying to smuggle a large consignment of illicit cigarettes. Police say the suspect - a truck driver - attempted to enter South Africa via Botswana during load-shedding while computers were offline. The truck was intercepted after briefly entering the country and searched, with authorities finding a large box of illicit

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3:09

#PODCAST Zandile Gumede's corruption trial postponed...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The trial of the former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede and 21 other accused has been postponed to Monday next week in the High Court in Durban. Earlier, the state said it was still conducting risk assessments for its witnesses. On Monday, the court could not proceed as scheduled because shots were fired at the home of a new state witness at the weekend. He is an eThekwini municipal official whose identity is being withheld for safety reasons. Other witnesses

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1:01

#PODCAST One person seriously injured in multiple...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - One person has been seriously injured following a multiple truck accident on the N3 Durban Bound before New England Road in Pietermaritzburg a short while ago. According to ALS Paramedics Medical services, three trucks and a light motor vehicle had collided. One person was found to be in a serious condition and entrapped in the truck. The man was stabilised in the truck by Advanced Life Support Paramedics while the Pietermaritzburg Fire Department used the

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3:27

#PODCAST Two award-winning performers top the bill at...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - This Friday, Johannesburg jazz fans can look forward to an event being described as a "collective re-imagining of the South African national narrative". This as award-winning Wits University Music lecturers Benjamin Jephta & Vuma Levin launch their latest albums. The musical showcase, titled "Narratives" will explore themes of history-making, race, power & life in a post-apartheid South Africa. Jephta says Narratives will also feature an all-star

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2:33

#PODCAST SALGA join forces with multiple npos this...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) in KwaZulu-Natal has joined hands with a network of non-profit organisation's, including the EKhanana Old Age Home to help alleviate hunger in the south Durban region. This Mandela Month, SALGA have pledged to fight unemployment, poverty and food insecurity in the country. One of the projects undertaken will kick off this morning in Umlazi - where beneficiaries will receive a hot meal. SALGA KZN Chairperson

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3:22

#PODCAST WWF say scorching temperatures in the U.S &...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer Shona Terri Naidoo - Climate Specialist at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) James Reeler says the soaring temperatures in the United States and Europe can be attributed to climate change, with the situation likely to worsen. Wild fires are currently ravaging through Europe due to a severe heatwave. Some states in the US have seen temperatures hit as high as 50 degrees celcius. Scientists are attributing these conditions to human-induced climate change. Reeler predicts similar

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2:36

#PODCAST Google publish trends showing massive surges...

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2023/07/26

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - As we mark national Savings Month, search engine Google published trends showing massive surges in people seeking financial advice. Frequent searches include questions from "how to save money", "how to open a savings account" and "how to invest money" among other things. Questions related to inflation and pension fund payouts surged between 700 and 1400% over the last 12 months. Communications manager at Google South Africa, Siya Madikane explains how this data

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3:45

#PODCAST ANALYSIS: "Dlamini's ANCWL Presidency defeat...

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2023/07/25

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - In a landslide victory, Deputy Minister for Women, Youth and People with Disabilities Sisisi Tolashe is the new President of the ANC Women's League. The results of the top 5 positions of the league were announced on Sunday at the final day of the League's conference in Nasrec, South of Johannesburg. Just under three thousand delegates cast their votes in what was lively and closely contested election for some positions. However, that was not the case for the

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3:42

#PODCAST Alleged July Unrest instigator apologises...

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2023/07/25

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - An alleged instigator of the July 2021 unrest is being cross-examined at the Pietermatritzburg Magistrates court on his role of the burning down of the local Brookside Mall. Mdumiseni Zuma is on trial and testified that he put the video that allegedly incited people to loot the mall, on social media under the influence of alcohol. Mdumiseni Zuma, who was a security guard at the mall at the time, has pleaded not guilty to charges of incitement to commit public

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4:13

#PODCAST Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA) discuss the...

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2023/07/25

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA) is calling on South Africa consumers to reconsider their food choices. The civil society organisation advocating for a more just food system, has been campaigning across the country to create awareness on the harmful ingredients found in ultra-processed foods. This after the Department of Health gazetted the draft regulations relating to the Labelling and Advertising of Foodstuffs in January this year. Consumers had until

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3:04

#PODCAST Local bartending champion Julian Short...

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2023/07/25

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - South Africa's "cocktail champion" has been crowned and he's set to fly the South African flag high at the Diageo World Class Global finals in São Paulo, Brazil this September. Hailing from Johannesburg, 31-year-old Julian Short is a multiple cocktail-making competition winner - recently securing his second South African Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year title, having previously won in 2017. He competed with nine other finalists over a four-day

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3:45

#PODCAST WATER MAINTENANCE: Residents in KZN's north...

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2023/07/25

By Newsbreak Producer Shona Terri Naidoo - Residents on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal are being urged to refrain from bulk storing water. This as extensive maintenance on water infrastructure is currently underway by uMngeni-uThukela Water. The maintenance is part of a planned 80-hour service interruption, which is expected to end by Thursday. Several areas including Zimbali, Ballito, Shaka's Rock, Salt Rock, Umhlali and Shakaskraal are expected to be affected. Corporate Stakeholder Manager,

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2:21

#PODCAST Eight VIP protection officers appear in...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Producer, Shona Terri Naidoo - The eight heavily armed SAPS VIP Protection Service Unit members who were suspended after being captured on camera assaulting civilians on the N1 highway in Johannesburg earlier this month, are appearing in the Randburg Magistrates court north of Johannesburg shortly. The officers who were part of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's security detail, handed themselves over to police yesterday at the Sandton police station. They are facing charges of assault,

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3:26

#PODCAST Retired Judge Thumba Pillay hails Dr. Farooq...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The late Dr Farooq Meer has been described as a selfless servant whose legacy in the anti-apartheid struggle will forever live on. The 85 year old passed away at the weekend after battling a long illness. Meer joined the Natal Indian Congress (NIC) in 1971, and played an instrmental role in the formation of the United Democratic Front (UDF) in 1983. He campaigned tirelessly for an ANC victory in the 1994 elections, and later served on the Transitional Council

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3:12

#PODCAST National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) gear up...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As the world gears up to commemorate Drowning Prevention Day tomorrow, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is on a drive to enhance people's water safety skills to help reduce the risk of drowning. In South Africa, inland locations significantly contribute to the country's drownings statistics. Globally, the highest drowning rates occur among children aged 1-4 years, followed by children aged 5-9 years. This year is about raising awareness on drowning as a

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3:44

#PODCAST New poetry anthology encourages women to...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Women should become comfortable with dealing with their mental health challenges through story telling. This was the vital lesson learnt by poet Masoodah Mohamed through her book "This is how we mend our bones". The book is an anthology of poems by 16 South African women - who documented their struggles with mental health via their writing. The project was facilitated by the Mental Health and Gender Initiative. Mohamed says its important that women

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3:29

#PODCAST After a couple of slow weeks, the KZN Sharks...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - While cold temperatures persist, experts believe the sardine run may be affected by the weather phenomena. The KZN Sharks Board says heavy rains has caused rivers to overflow, resulting in murky waters pushing the sardines away from the shoreline. Spokesperson - Wayne Harrison says although sardine sightings and nettings has decreased over the last week, it is still possible for shoals to make their way in the coming days. He also explained the impact of cold

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2:24

#PODCAST Anti-apartheid freedom fighter Dr Farooq...

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2023/07/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Anti-apartheid freedom fighter and activist - Dr Farooq Moosa Meer - was laid to rest on Saturday night at the Brooke Street cemetery in Durban. The 85-year-old anaesthetist passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home. Despite being harassed and repeatedly jailed, the late Dr. Meer worked tirelessly as a dedicated member of numerous community and civic organisations including the Natal Indian Congress and the United Democratic Front in his decades of

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6:34

#PODCAST Search called off for child alleged to have...

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2023/07/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Search and rescue efforts for a child who reportedly went missing during explosion in the Johannesburg CBD earlier this week have been called off. The blast claimed one life and left nearly 50 other people injured. Numerous buildings and more than 30 vehicles mostly taxis have been damaged. SABC news reporter, Phanuel Shuma is tracking the story and joins us on the line...

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