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3:47

#PODCAST Amnesty International say rape & sexual...

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2022/10/05

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - Rape and sexual abuse is a driving factor behind the South Africa's soaring number of child pregnancies, and requires urgent intervention. This is according to Amnesty International South Africa's Research Consultant Cassandra Dorasamy. Statistics recently released by the organisation shows that more than 90-thousand girls between the ages of ten and nineteen gave birth between April 2021 and March this year. The numbers do not factor in variables such

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3:31

#PODCAST Family of slain Mercisha Tedpaul say they're...

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2022/10/05

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The family of slain, Mercisha Tedpaul, say they are consistently reliving the heartbreak of losing their loved one due to the multiple delays in her murder case. Tedpaul, a 24-year-old mother, was found strangled to death in March, near a railway line on Watt Road in Dundee. This after being reported missing for four days. Soon after her body was found, police arrested Manoj Madhan, his wife - Sarika and their older son - Sanjoth. Tedpaul was the common-law

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3:08

#PODCAST Internationally-published poet & author...

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2022/10/05

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Nineteen successful South African individuals, independent companies and community figures have been shortlisted for the coveted Annual Awards hosted by the Minara Chamber of Commerce in Durban. The awards take place on the 28th of this month, with citizens from across the country being recognised in various categories. One of the three contenders in the "Professional of the Year" category is award winning, internationally published poet and author Fiona Khan

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3:07

#PODCAST "Isaiah 54 Children's Sanctuary" urge...

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2022/10/05

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - Glynnis Dauth, who is the founder of the non-profit organisation, Isaiah 54 Children's Sanctuary, has called on government to expedite laws to ensure the safe abandonment of babies. Dauth was reacting to an incident on Monday, in which a mother left her baby in a bush in Dawncrest, north of Durban. In a note left with the baby, the mother said her decision was a last resort as attempts to get assistance from social workers had failed. Dauth says the

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3:32

#PODCAST Pongola residents call on government to...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Residents in Pongola in the uPhongolo Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal are preventing trucks from passing through the area. The residents say they are fed-up with the influx of trucks traveling through their community and endangering their lives. Two weeks ago, 20 people died when a truck veered into a bakkie on the N2 in Pongola. SABC news reporter, Nonkululeko Hlope says residents are adamant on taking a stand this Transport Month and are calling on government

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1:49

#PODCAST Three accused in the murder of 24-year-old...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The three accused in the murder of 24-year-old mother, Mercisha Tedpaul, have been denied bail at the Dundee Magistrates Court. Tedpaul was found strangled to death in March this year, near a railway line on Watt Road in Dundee, after being reported missing for four days. Soon after her body was found, police arrested Manoj Madhan, his wife - Sarika and their older son - Sanjoth. Tedpaul was the common-law wife of the Madhan's youngest son - Nishkar. The trio

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3:21

#PODCAST KZN government accuses Reservoir Hills...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Over 47 families who are survivors of the April floods are concerned about their future after the KwaZulu-Natal governments plan to relocate them this morning failed. The families who were being accommodated at a hall in Westville were supposed to be moved to a facility in Reservoir Hills, west of Durban. Local government says the landlord for the building reneged on their arrangement and has accused the owner of trying to bully them. SABC News reporter

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3:23

#PODCAST Cryptocurrency experts cite Bitcoin as a...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - With the cost of living increasing globally, people are now actively searching for ways in which they can make a secondary income. Often referred to as a "side-hustle" these can range from property investments, to pop-up food trailers. But these methods are often time and money intensive and not the most practical, especially if you have a 9-5 job. This is why crypto-currency experts are touting Bitcoin as a viable solution to make some extra bucks on the side

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3:22

#PODCAST SANTACO react to a video on social media -...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The South Africa National Taxi Council (SANTACO) is calling for all taxi drivers to be disciplined and respect the rule of law. This follows the emergence of a video on social media showing a taxi driver attempting to run over a Durban Metro police officer. It's believed the officer was in the process of issuing the driver with a ticket when the incident occurred near the Christians Village shopping complex in Hillcrest, west of Durban. Santaco's Sifiso

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3:34

#PODCAST This week's Medical Monitor finds out more...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As the world commemorated International Gaucher Day at the start of the month - Rare Diseases SA says more emphasis needs to be put on educating communities on the symptoms associated with rare illnesses. Gaucher is an inherited disorder which affects multiple organs. The disease is the result of a build up of fatty substances in certain organs, particularly one's spleen and liver. Rare Diseases SA spokesperson - Kelly du Plessis - explains in this week's

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3:53

#PODCAST Newly-launched African Prosperity Fund make...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - In an effort to empower the people of Africa, a 1-billion Dollar development funding pledge has been jointly launched by the governments of Ghana and South Africa. The African Prosperity Fund (APF) aims to support projects that include women and youth, education, health-care, technology and sustainability across the continent. The fund was launched at the 6th annual Global Citizen Festival Campaign, which culminated in pledges amounting to 2.4 Billion dollars

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2:29

#PODCAST Ahmed Kathrada Foundation's essay...

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2022/10/04

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation has widened the net for their 6th annual essay writing competition against racism to accommodate song, poetry and artwork. The competition, which is open to anyone aged between 15 and 21-year-old, will close at the end of the month. The foundation uses this platform to allow South African youth to express their views on racism. Anti-Racism Manager at the Foundation, Rethabile Ratsomo explains the criteria for entering the

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2:35

#PODCAST KwaYanguye residents in KZN live in fear as...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Senior Producer, Genevieve Lanka - The community of KwaYanguye area near Melmoth say that they are living in fear. This after more than ten people have been murdered over past six months in the area. The victims were allegedly gunned down in their homes by unknown attackers. Our reporter Fanele Mhlongo has visited the area. She says the communities believes that a syndicate is operating the area..

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2:37

#PODCAST Corruption case against Mike Mabuyakhulu and...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The corruption case against former KwaZulu-Natal Economic Development MEC - Mike Mabuyakhulu - and 15 co-accused has been postponed to the 23rd of January. Mabuyakhulu and his co-accused made a brief appearance in the Durban High Court today. They are facing charges of fraud, corruption, theft and money laundering to the value of 28-million rand. The money was meant to host the North Sea Jazz Festival in 2012. While the festival did not materialise, the money

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3:28

#PODCAST Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Annual Lecture to...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation's Annual Lecture will be held this month under the theme "The People Must Govern : It's time for a new Electoral System". This, as the country gears up for the mammoth national elections in 2024. Executive Director of the Foundation, Neeshan Balton, says the keynote speaker this year, Valli Moosa, will elaborate on the need for elected office bearers to be accountable to the voters...

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2:47

#PODCAST The Minara Chamber of Commerce announce a...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - High achieving individuals, community figures and independent companies will be recognised at this year's Minara Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards.The judging panel was most impressed with the calibre of entrants this year, especially in entrepreneurship. The finalists have been announced and the winners will be awarded at a gala ceremony at the end of the month. Convenor of the Judging Panel - Professor Shahida Cassim, says the awards encourage

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2:39

#PODCAST Tamil culture and heritage specialist...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The critically acclaimed Tamil film - Ponniyin Selvan: I - is receiving accolades since its worldwide release last week. Starring Vikram and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, the period piece tells the tale of the Princes of the Chola Empire who must fight off an army and mutiny within the castle walls. The lead actress Rai-Bachchan also plays a dual role in the movie. Masters Graduate in Bharatnatyam , Saranya Devan, says the epic period piece is a must-see for

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2:25

#PODCAST Chatworth assisted-living facility -...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Embattled assisted living facility, the Cheshire Homes in Chatsworth, south of Durban is on the road to stability. This after chaotic events led to the closure of the Educare and Step-Down facilities that are essential for differently-abled children and patients who are in recovery. Concerned watchdog group, "The Save Cheshire Homes Committee" say they are glad that incompetent office bearers have been removed since they were allegedly running the homes

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2:44

#PODCAST eThewini PR Councillors note a marked...

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2022/10/03

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Illegal dumping is a growing concern in Durban despite street clean-ups and refuse collection. eThewini PR Councillors for wards 25, 27 and 31 - comprising Overport, Berea, Musgrave, Morningside and Sydenham conducted an oversight visit and saw refuse, cardboard, plastic, rubble and garden waste dumped along street corners and roads. PR councillor, Mohammed Ismail, says the community needs to do more to ensure the environment is clean and tidy...

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1:42

#PODCAST Case against alleged July unrest instigator,...

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2022/09/30

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The former Fees Must Fall activist Bonginkosi Khanyile has briefly appeared in the Durban Regional Court in connection with the unrest of July last year. He is facing charges of incitement to commit violence as well as contravention of COVID-19 regulations against public gatherings. The case - which was previously put down for trial - was postponed after Khanyile's new legal team requested further particulars from the state. It is alleged that Khanyile

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