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1:13

#PODCAST Newsbreak Sardine Update with Adam Kamdar -...

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2024/06/18

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The 2024 sardine run began on Sunday the 9th of June and "ran" for five solid days. Netters caught huge nets of sardines at various spots, but this actually worked against them in the end, bringing the price of the silvery delicacy down to as low as ten-rand a dozen at one stage. Meanwhile, from Friday heading into this past weekend, the trail went cold - with no sign of sardines or the predators that follow them. Durban angling expert Adam Kamdar says the slow

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4:06

#PODCAST ANALYSIS: The sustainability of the GNU...

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2024/06/17

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The sustainability of a possible Government of National Unity (GNU) has come into question after the ANC, DA, IFP and Patriotic Alliance formed part of a unity government. According to political analyst, Professor Bheki Mngomezulu only time will tell if the parties are able to work together long term - considering their different views on governance. Although GNU partners have signed a statement of intent, they still have to meet to finalise the details of how

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2:23

#PODCAST Durban Regional Court sentence a 49-year-old...

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2024/06/17

The Durban Regional Court has sentenced a 49-year-old man, to two terms of life and 15 years imprisonment for the multiple rape and attempted murder of his 17-year-old biological daughter in August 2022. According to the National Prosecuting Authority Regional Spokesperson - KwaZulu-Natal Division, Natasha Ramkisson-Kara, in aggravation of sentence, Advocate Pillay-Reddy handed in a Victim Impact Statement compiled by the complainant. In her statement the complainant said that the accused broke her

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4:06

#PODCAST From classics to super cars - Gas Motorshow...

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2024/06/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Motoring enthusiasts are in for a treat as South Africa's biggest car show returns for a sixth instalment this weekend. Gas Motorshow, spearhead by automotive media company, gas magazine will see petrol heads from across the country descend on Durban for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend. From classics to super cars, the young and old will be treated to everything from blood pumping drifting to exhibitions, food stalls as well as show and shine

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2:31

#PODCAST UKZN study finds clear relationship between...

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2024/06/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - A study by University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) scientists produced findings where a clear relationship was found between maternal heat exposure during the month preceding conception and miscarriage in a sub-Saharan African setting. The scientists believe that it is likely that progressive climate change leading to increased temperatures will exacerbate existing challenges for women's reproductive health in this region resulting in increased pregnancy loss. The

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1:16

#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - 14 June 2024...

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2024/06/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Cast away with this week's Newsbreak Fishing Report, brought to you by KZN angler Sanjay Ramsarup...

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1:07

#PODCAST Newsbreak Sardine Update with Adam Kamdar -...

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2024/06/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The annual sardine run is on our doorstep - with the silvery fish currently arriving at the shores of Durban. This as millions of sardines travel from the cold southern oceans off South Africa's Cape Point, hugging the shore as they make their way up along the coastlines of the former Transkei area and KwaZulu-Natal in what is commonly known as the annual Sardine Run. Visible even by satellite, these famous sardines travel in shoals exceeding 15 kilometers in

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9:16

#PODCAST With planned outages on the cards for...

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2024/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - In anticipation of the planned six-month water outages for Gauteng and Free State residents this October, consumers have been encouraged to take proactive steps - some of them minute - towards preparing for these outages, taking into consideration the longer-term benefits of setting up water-saving solutions in their homes. Megan Gounden is the Merchandising Vice President at one of South Africa's largest hardware retailers. He says small changes to daily water

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3:39

#PODCAST Health Minister Joe Phaahla calls for calm...

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2024/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Health Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla has confirmed that South Africa has recorded its first confirmed death from Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox. A 37-year-old man died as a result of the virus earlier this week after being admitted to a hospital in Gauteng three days earlier. The Minister briefed the country saying all five cases recorded in the country this year - another in Gauteng, and three in KwaZulu-Natal - were classed as severe and required

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2:49

#PODCAST Nelson Mandela Chatsworth Youth Centre...

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2024/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A support group has been launched at the Nelson Mandela Chatsworth Youth Centre to assist parents and guardians of children with disabilities and disorders. From children with autism, down syndrome and ADHD to children suffering with anxiety and behavioural problem, parents will be offered expert advice and tips, free of charge. One of the group organiser's - Les Perumal - says the group will meet once or twice a month at the centre while plans are afoot to

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3:31

#PODCAST PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue" stage...

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2024/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Heroic pups from the global phenomenon - Paw Patrol - will be live on stage at the Durban ICC from the 21st of June and thereafter at Emperors Palace Johannesburg from the 28th of this month. The show promises an action-packed, music-filled live stage production, entitled PAW Patrol Live! "Race to the Rescue". Education for the youth is a key priority on stage with organizers saying the script portrays a hidden educational message for children to take home

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3:38

#PODCAST AfriForum's NERSA application looks to...

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2024/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Civil rights organization - AfriForum brought an urgent application in the High Court in Pretoria against the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). They want to prevent the regulator from considering municipalities' applications for electricity tariff increases, which must be implemented on the 1st of next month, without the required cost studies. Under a High Court order of October 2022, a cost study is required as part of municipalities'

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3:20

#PODCAST NGO FoodForward SA add a helping hand to...

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2024/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The recent weather-related disasters in the KZN have devastated thousands of families this year, leaving many displaced and reliant on community halls for shelter. In response, the non-profit food redistribution organisation "FoodForward SA" have been working around the clock to provide essential meals to those affected. Senior Fund Development Manager Deidre Adams says they have been joining disaster management teams on the ground in each region to ensure

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1:47

#PODCAST TECHNO TOUCH: Microsoft unveil new category...

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2024/06/12

The global Artificial Intelligence (AI) takeover continues. This as Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella unveiled a new category of PC that features generative artificial intelligence tools built directly into Windows, the company's world leading operating system. Newsbreak's Taliesha Naidoo has more details...

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2:39

#PODCAST Five-time Comrades Marathon runner, Anderton...

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2024/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - While some runners are still nursing sore feet, blisters and bunions, others are actually planning to tackle next year's gruelling comrades marathon. This year, athletes ran from Durban to Pietermaritzburg which means that next year will be the down-run. Some athletes found this year's race a bit taxing with quite a few runners opting to pull out early on in the marathon. The Comrades Marathon Association will be announcing those official figures, soon. About

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4:49

#PODCAST Raisethorpe High School to host 50th School...

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2024/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Raisethorpe High School at Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal will host a 50th School Reunion calling the gathering a Milestone of Memories and Friendship. They have sent out a call to all matriculants from the class of 1974 for the 50th Golden Jubilee Celebration. The reunion is scheduled to take place on the 31st of August at the Raisethorpe High School. This 50th school reunion serves as a testament to the enduring impact of the school, as the Class of 1974

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3:28

#PODCAST Durban fisherman dies after boat capsizes

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2024/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - A Durban fisherman has died after the sardine boat he was travelling in capsized at Umgababa on the Kwazulu-Natal south coast. Avid fisherman, Goolam Fareed Essack and his crew were setting nets to catch sardines this morning. It's believed search and rescue teams are still searching for one other crew member from the boat, while another has been found. Fishing expert and close friend, Adam Kamdar, says Essack was an expert fisherman who often shared his

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3:02

#PODCAST Our Medical Monitor recaps the recently...

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2024/06/11

The African continent will continue to build capacity for vaccines manufacturing. This emerged at the recently concluded second edition of the Africa Health ExCon, held in Egypt. The high-level conference continued to build upon the various outcomes of the first edition - towards building a sustainable and advanced health care sector. Continentally, Egypt, alongside South Africa, is one of the leading countries on manufacturing medicines. Senior Executive Director of Pharmacare Dr Stavros Nicoloua

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4:25

#PODCAST Active Citizen's Movement (ACM) urge those...

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2024/06/11

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - There is a growing need for trauma counsellors to assist the survivors of last week's tornado that struck oThongathi, in the north of Durban. That's according to non-governmental organisation, the Active Citizen's Movement or ACM. The organisation is currently engaged in relief efforts in the area. At least 11 people were killed, and thousands left homeless as the tornado ripped through the area. Doctor Ashok Chandika- an exco member of the ACM - says

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#PODCAST Busy corner in the Durban CBD to remain...

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2024/06/10

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - The corner of Dr Yusuf Dadoo Street and Bertha Mkhize Streets will remain closed as the eThekwini Municipality's Water and Sanitation Department continue to fix a burst underground pipe...

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