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SABC News and Current Affairs

Award-winning Current Affairs and news talk show bringing you topical news issues of the week. Relevant to Lotus FM - we cover issues YOU want - beating deadlines, making headlines. 6-7am, 1-1:30pm weekdays and weekends from 1-2pm.

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#PODCAST The world's largest floating book fair to...

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2024/04/30

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The world's largest floating book fair is coming to Durban. The Logos Hope ship is home to the world's largest book fair with over five-thousand books for bookworms to browse through in search for their next read. The ship sails around the world and stops for a few weeks in various destinations to set up the book fair. The book fair will be open to the public at the Nelson Mandela port terminal, at the Durban Harbour, from May 8 – June 2. eThekwini

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1:48

#PODCAST DA march against cadre deployment and...

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2024/04/29

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - DA Leader, John Steenhuisen has blamed the governing African National Congress' (ANC) internal squabbles for the collapsed service delivery in the North West. Steenhuisen led a march against corruption and cadre deployment in Klerksdorp. The opposition leader highlighted unemployment, shortage of water and bad roads as some of the reasons that force businesses to move from the province. Steenhuisen accused the North West Provincial government of failing to

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2:33

#PODCAST Gunmen open fire on Ottawa businessman

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2024/04/29

By Taliesha Naidoo - Police and security services are searching for suspects who opened fire on a businessman in Ottawa, north of the Durban. The businessman and two occupants were in a vehicle, leaving his premises, when the shooting occurred. The businessman was injured in the shooting and is receiving medical treatment. The two occupants were not injured. Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) spokesperson, Prem Balram has more details....

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6:27

#PODCAST A Long Walk to Democracy: This week we speak...

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2024/04/29

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - "South Africa belongs to all those who live in it." Well so says the Freedom Charter. But not all those who live here feel welcome. According to latest available data from Statistics SA the number of residents born outside of South Africa rose to 2.4 million in Census 2022. This means foreign nationals make up 3% of the national population. But what is the quality of life of some of these residents? And: are they able to access social services in a

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3:05

#PODCAST Sastri College to hold a commemoration event...

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2024/04/29

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - The Natal Indian Congress (NIC) celebrates a hundred and thirty years this year. Established by Mahatma Gandhi in 1894 - the organization played an integral role in the dismantling of apartheid. The NIC was home to unforgettable stalwarts of the liberation struggle - from Dr. Monty Naicker to Pravin Gordhan. This Sunday the legacy of the NIC will be commemorated in Durban. Organising committee member Maggie Govender explains the role the NIC plays

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3:57

#PODCAST Robust legal framework needed to address...

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2024/04/26

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Despite efforts over the past two decades to address infrastructure needs, South Africa's water systems are now facing a crisis. That's according to Bridgett Majola, Head of Project Finance, Energy and Infrastructure at private law firm - CMS South Africa. For weeks, taps have been running dry across the country. Majola says there is an urgent need for increased capacity building, financial resources, and better governance practices to ensure sustainable water

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2:43

#PODCAST New FinMark Trust report shows that over 40%...

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2024/04/26

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Independent non-profit financial organization - FinMark Trust - have concluded a study dubbed the 'Consumer South Africa report'. It shows that over 40% of South African households are using credit or borrowing money for necessities like groceries and food. It also alarmingly concludes two out of five individuals have gone without electricity for the past 12 months. The situation amongst citizens is becoming worse as the world recovers from restrictions imposed

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3:40

#PODCAST The world-famous Filipino theatre show...

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2024/04/26

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The world-famous Filipino theatre show, Siddhartha the Musical, will be performing in South Africa this May. The musical is based on the book "The Biography of the Gautama Buddha" by Hsing Yun. The play tells the story of Prince Siddhartha - born 2,600 years ago in ancient India - who renounced his royal status and luxurious life to seek enlightenment. Costume consultant for the Musical, OJ Hofer says the musical encompasses the stories and life lessons of the

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1:15

#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - 26 April 2024...

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2024/04/26

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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1:56

#PODCAST REACTION: 31-year-old Chatsworth church...

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2024/04/26

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A 31-year-old church leader, accused of raping a 14-year-old girl, has been granted R5,000 bail. The accused appeared in the Chatsworth Magistrates Court on Monday. He was arrested by the Hawks on the 7th of March at his Westcliff home in Chatsworth, south of Durban. Several laptops and cell phones were seized and have been sent for forensic analysis. Tymara Samuel, legal representative for the victim, says they are disappointed but are hoping that justice

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3:18

#PODCAST Chatsworth Community Projects to host a...

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2024/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Residents of Chatsworth, south of Durban are being encouraged to be part of the solution and not part of pollution in the community. This as members of the Chatsworth Community Projects (CCP) organisation will host a community meeting on Freedom Day, the 27th of April, at the Sungum Hall in Westcliff to address & provide clean-up solutions for the area. Member of CCP, Kay Govender, says the community often becomes an eyesore due to excessive dumping,

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3:39

#PODCAST SA has over 3,000 unclaimed bodies in...

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2024/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - South Africa has over 3000 unclaimed bodies in government mortuaries countrywide while KwaZulu-Natal has the highest number at over 1300 alone. Speaking to Newsbreak, the Chief Director for Hospital Services in the Health Department, Dr. Relenogile Ncha says that families are given 30 days to claim their loved ones before a government burial is instituted. She explains how people can locate their deceased family members from the overloaded state

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2:49

#PODCAST Greenscene: New study finds that animals in...

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2024/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - A new study has found that animals in a Ugandan forest have been eating bat droppings laden with viruses, after tobacco farming wiped out their usual food source. A virus linked to Covid-19 was among the 27 identified in the droppings eaten by chimpanzees, antelopes and monkeys. Researchers say the findings shed light on how new viruses might spread from wildlife to humans. In this week's Greenscene we find out more about this interesting study, conducted by

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10:17

#PODCAST 30 Years of Democracy: IEC urge citizens to...

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2024/04/24

By Newsbreak Producers Hoosen Ebrahim & Tashlan Naidoo - South Africa will head to the polls in just over a month's time in what's expected to be the most highly contested election in 30 years and the IEC is urging citizens to safeguard the integrity of the country's democracy. In this week's edition of our feature, 'Election Matters' we spoke with the IEC about 30 years of democracy in South Africa and the strides made to ensure free and fair elections. IEC Vice Chairperson, Janet Love began by

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4:36

#PODCAST Rape survivor Kholofelo Kate shares her...

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2024/04/24

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - We close off this morning's programme with a hard-hitting interview with gender-based violence activist and rape survivor - Kholofelo Kate. She has been sharing her story as a means to help other in her position after a horrific experience during her childhood years. She says mustering up the strength and speaking out is vital, as it can educate other rape survivors around the harms prevalent in society. Kate spoke to Newsbreak's Hoosen Ebrahim, provides

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#PODCAST Following a major cocaine bust this week,...

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2024/04/24

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) says the rise of the use of the drug, cocaine has significantly increased over the years. The organisation was reacting to the news of a R15-million cocaine bust at the Richards Bay Port on Monday. This bust is one among several others over the past year in KwaZulu-Natal totalling over R200-million. SANCA Durban Director, Fathima Hoosen says in the past financial year, there was a 32%

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#PODCAST Petrol station crime in SA - Researchers say...

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2024/04/24

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Many South Africans have been victims of crime while visiting petrol stations across the country when purchasing fuel or supplies. Victims have been targeted while using ATM machines. Meanwhile, the filling stations themselves have also been victims of violent crimes, including robberies that target their cash safes. In the latest incident, Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs was fatally shot during a hijacking in Honeydew in Johannesburg. To discuss the spate

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2:52

#PODCAST SADAG react to the new IPSOS mental health...

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2024/04/23

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Market research company - IPSOS - have revealed through their mental health survey that around 70% of South Africans have endured stress levels that make them feel incapable of coping with life's demands. SA ranked among the highest in terms of people suffering from mental health disorders worldwide. Reacting to this, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) says factors including the lack of confidence in government is contributing to this high

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