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2:37

#PODCAST Independent Institute of Education say...

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2022/10/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - With the Matric examinations set to get underway for majority of learners tomorrow, many are experiencing fatigue, lack of motivation and low levels of concentration. For these learners, the coming weeks are a test of focus, strength and endurance as they aim for top marks. Education experts meanwhile say while these feelings are normal - it is possible to overcome them. Dr Rufaro Mavunga from the Independent Institute of Education explains the need for those

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3:13

#PODCAST Political experts say Jacob Zuma's...

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2022/10/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Political experts have described Jacob Zuma's accusations against President Cyril Ramaphosa as an attack on the judiciary and civil society. Zuma addressed the media in Johannesburg at the weekend when he stated that the president committed treason. He also lashed out at the media, accusing them of not treating the Phala Phala scandal with the same aggression as the cost of security upgrades at his Nkandla homestead. Political analyst Bheki Mngomezulu delves

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3:49

#PODCAST Concern as almost 3,000 local university...

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2022/10/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Around 3,000 university students from South Africa's health-related fields have been placed in various hospitals and clinics two months earlier than previous years. That's according to Chairperson of Employ Doctors Advocacy Forum at the South African Medical Association (SAMA) - Dr Akhtar Hussain. He says that although government acted swiftly in deployments across various institutions, there is a process for those who are not happy with the provinces they have

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3:57

#PODCAST South Africa's water crisis down to "perfect...

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2022/10/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Ageing water infrastructure and a lack of foresight, planning and investment has been blamed for the poor supply of water in South Africa's main economic hubs. That's according to SA Water Chamber CEO, Benoît Le Roy. He says research indicates dams are full, but the main problem lies in supply and infrastructure. Le Roy says government needs to look seriously into infrastructure maintenance before it is too late. He also points a finger at the over 68% of South

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3:08

#PODCAST Slain councillor, Sunil Brijmohan, described...

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2022/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - eThekwini Outer-South Cluster CPF Chairperson - Aidan David has described the death of former Isipingo councillor, Sunil Brijmohan, as a huge loss to the community. Brijmohan was shot and killed on Friday morning at Amanzimtoti, south of Durban. It's alleged that Brijmohan was on his way to a construction site when he was approached by two unknown suspects, who fired several shots at him. David and Brijmohan worked closely together in their capacities as

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3:27

#PODCAST Murder, Corruption and GBV remain top 3...

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2022/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Murder, corruption and gender-based violence remain the top three crimes committed in KwaZulu-Natal. This has been revealed in a media briefing held by the KZN Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Elaine Zungu. Zungu has been sharing the National Prosecuting Authority's operational performance on various high profile and top priority crimes in province. SABC News reporter, Nonkululekho Hlope attended the briefing and has more details.......

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1:36

#PODCAST Former Isipingo councillor - Sunil Brijmohan...

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2022/10/21

By Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - Former eThekwini ward Councillor - Sunil Brijmohan has been shot and killed. The former Isipingo councillor was gunned down early this morning in Amanzimtoti on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. Its alleged that Brijmohan was killed by two unknown gunmen, who quickly fled the scene. Dheven Govindasamy from the private security company, PT Tactical, was on the scene and has more details.....

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4:07

#PODCAST As #Diwali celebrations get underway, people...

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2022/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - As people of Hindu faith prepare to celebrate the festival of Diwali or Deepavali this Monday, they are being encouraged to take the welfare of animals into consideration. Diwali is usually celebrated with the burning of fireworks and the lighting of lamps. Fireworks are usually loud and can be uncomfortable for many animals, especially dogs. Meanwhile, animals can be hurt due to direct contact with a firework - sometimes resulting in domesticated pets running

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3:31

#PODCAST The 3rd annual Green Diwali Festival gets...

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2022/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The 3rd edition of the annual Green Diwali Festival is set to light up the Mitchell Park in Durban from this evening. In a bid to promote environmentally friendly lifestyles, the festival aims to have a fireworks free celebration. The park will be colourfully decorated with lights depicting scenes from various storylines related to the festival. This year's event is hosted by Religious organisation, the Sivananda World Peace Foundation in partnership with the

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3:43

#PODCAST Recent water samples show that E. coli...

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2022/10/21

E. coli levels at some Umhlanga beaches north of Durban remain at critical levels based on recent water samples taken by environmental NGO Adopt-a-River. An overflowing pump station at Blackburn next to the Ohlanga River, is considered to be a major contributor to the poor water quality at the beaches. Adopt-a-River director Janet Simpkins - says their regular independent water quality tests have shown that steady streams of raw sewage flowing from flood-damaged infrastructure, rain and

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#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - Friday 21 October...

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2022/10/21

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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#PODCAST Liz Truss resignation sees her become the...

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2022/10/21

British Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned. She had faced pressure after her prominent ministers resigned in her cabinet. Truss has admitted her radical plans went too far and too fast after investors dumped the Pound and government bonds. Ditaba Tsotetsi reports...

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2:46

#PODCAST The North Coast Diwali Festival ignites the...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The North Coast Diwali Festival is set to ignite the spirit of Ubuntu at its celebrations this Saturday. The annual festival will take place for one day only at the Siphosethu grounds, next to the Shri Mariammen Temple, in Mount Edgecombe, north of Durban. A diverse line-up of artists are expected to perform at the event. Entry to the festival is free. Member of the North Coast Diwali Celebrations Committee - Narisha Amichand outlines what attendees can

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1:51

#PODCAST Transnet tally the cost of the 12-days...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Senior Producer, Genevieve Lanka - Transnet is yet to tally the full cost implications of it's 12 day workers strike, however the number is expected to reach millions. This is according to Managing Director at Transnet National Ports Authority in the province - Moshe Motlohi. This week Transnet signed a three year wage with the United National Transport Union, the major union at the state freight rail company. The agreement will see workers receiving a six percent wage increase in the

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2:54

#PODCAST Family demand justice for the brutal murder...

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2022/10/20

The Jaers family from Isiphingo in Durban is mourning the death of two young women. The naked bodies of 30-year-old Ashly Jaers and her niece Lee-Ann were found dumped behind an abandoned shopping centre in Umlazi south of Durban at the weekend. No arrests have been made. Nonkululeko Hlophe reports ...

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3:26

#PODCAST With the Shelter Indaba underway, we find...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - Shelters play a critical role in the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). This is the view of the National Shelter Movement of South Africa. According to the organisation, shelters offer an immediate place of safety for women and children at risk. The role of shelters - as well as issues around GBVF policies - are being deliberated at the Shelter Indaba in Johannesburg. The two day event, which started yesterday, is also being

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3:09

#PODCAST On #WorldOsteoporosisDay today, figures show...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Of South Africa's 4.3 million men that are over the age of 50, nearly a million are likely to develop osteoporosis. This is according to pharmaceutical company - Pharma Dynamics - as today marks World Osteoporosis Day. Usually known to affect older women, Osteoporosis is a degenerative condition in which bones become weak and brittle. With Osteoporosis, new bone creation in the human body is unable to keep up with old bone removal. Pharma Dynamics spokesperson Nicole

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3:42

#PODCAST REACTION: Stats show that South Africa is...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - According to the Global Methane Tracker, SA emitted close to 3,000 kilotonnes of methane during 2021, which represents 0.8% of the global total. In a bid to encourage environmentally friendly behaviour, Johannesburg based company "Whole Earth Recycling" are on a mission to get more people on the "green train" by converting organic kitchen waste into nutrient-rich compost. From banana peels to egg shells and even chicken bones, there are a whole host of

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3:25

#PODCAST REPORT: 38 South African medical students...

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2022/10/20

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Several South African medical students have been left idle after completing their studies in Russia. The 38 affected scholars who were part of a government-sponsored programme returned home with little to no prospects of finding a job. They claim that their ability to now practice medicine has been delayed. Chairperson of the Employ Doctors Advocacy Forum at the South African Medical Association (SAMA) - Dr Akhtar Hussain explains the seriousness of the

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3:32

#PODCAST HWSETA say the country is in "dire need" of...

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2022/10/19

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - South Africa is in dire need of health-care workers who are equipped to deal with the growing mental health needs within the country. This is the view of the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority. The need for skilled workers in the sector also came to the fore in the aftermath of the Life Esidimeni tragedy, in which 144 people died at psychiatric facilities in Gauteng. As October marks Mental Health Awareness Month - Bob Pardesi,

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