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3:14

#PODCAST Ahead of the 95th edition of the Comrades...

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2022/06/14

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - With training season in full gear, the Comrade Marathon Association (CMA) team is travelling across the country to help runners prepare for the ultimate human race. The team will be in Durban this evening, offering expert advice on a range of topics, including on how to train, proper nutrition and injury prevention. This year, 16,000 entrants will participate in the 95th Comrades Marathon. The race will start at the Pietermaritzburg City Hall and finish

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3:20

#PODCAST The Association for the Aged (TAFTA) preview...

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2022/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - A little compassion goes a long way when dealing with older persons during the aging process. Wednesday is Elder Abuse Awareness Day - and the spotlight has fallen on how to gently deal with the challenges associated with caring for the elderly. The Association for the Aged (TAFTA) says while it is common for older persons to become physically or mentally frail as they age - it certainly isn't appropriate to mistreat them because of it. Divisional Manager

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2:49

#PODCAST Government called upon to remove the...

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2022/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Civil society organisation - #PayTheGrants has called on government to remove the clause of three months for re-application of the R350 grant and reinstate the post office as payment outlets. The organisation expressed its dissatisfaction after it was announced that the social relief of distress grant payment will be delayed. However, President Ramaphosa had promised that the payment of the social relief of distress (SRD) grant would be made to recipients soon

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3:28

#PODCAST In light of a major Mercedes-Benz recall,...

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2022/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Over 13,000 South African drivers who are in possession of selected Mercedes-Benz models from 2006 until 2019 have been urged to stop driving these vehicles immediately and contact their dealership for further assistance. This as the German automobile giant has recalled the ML, GL and R-Class models due to a possible brake failure caused by advanced corrosion on the housing join points - which may lead to accidents. Acting National Consumer Commissioner - Thezi

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3:12

#PODCAST Civil society groups share their views - as...

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2022/06/13

A number of civil society organisations have urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to take the nation into his confidence as investigations into to the 2020 robbery on his farm unfold. Last week the churches and a number of NGOs were at the receiving end of criticism from EFF leader Julius Malema who accused them of remaining silent in the face of the allegations facing Ramaphosa. These organisations have added their voices to the so-called "farmgate" debate which has gripped the country. Busi Chimombe

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2:33

#PODCAST Play to get underway shortly at Mount...

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2022/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The Mount Edgecombe Country Club is set to host the 2nd annual SunBet Durban City Pro-Am golf tournament today. The three day event sees the country's top PGA Professionals battle it out for top honours. It includes two formats which are a team competition of one PGA professional and three amateurs over 36 holes - alongside an individual competition for pros over 54 holes. Tournament Director Warren Rudolph explains what can be expected as play begins

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2:41

#PODCAST The Oceanographic Research Institute help us...

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2022/06/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As local anglers and fish lovers eagerly await the arrival of the annual sardine run, experts believe there is not much emphasis made around the migration process and what brings the silvery fish to the shores of KwaZulu-Natal. Oceanographic Research Institute expert - Dr Ryan Daly spoke to Newsbreak on the science around the arrival of sardines. He explains how the migration occurs in theory where billions of sardines spawn in the cool waters of the Agulhas

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1:50

#PODCAST #NationalShutdown Police say all is calm...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer, Genevieve Lanka - Police in KwaZulu-Natal remain on high alert in the province, following threats of a national shutdown in protest against rising fuel costs. There were few pockets of failed looting attempts reported at Hammarsdale west of Durban and also at the Durban city centre in the early hours of the morning. However, police spokesperson Thenjiswa Ngcobo says these incidents were dealt with swiftly. She says thus far, the province remains calm with no major

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4:14

#PODCAST Political analyst says South Africans need...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer, Genevieve Lanka - Programme's coordinator at the Democracy Development Programme - Brian Mhlongo - says the chaos that erupted in parliament over the last two days - reflects a culture of protest in South Africa. He says South Africans tend to engage in protests before exhausting all legitimate means of addressing their concerns. Mhlongo says the country needs to foster a new culture of healthy debate...

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2:44

#PODCAST Chaos erupts in parliament for the second...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The National Assembly descended into chaos for a second day after several EFF MPs raised various points of orders. This was ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa replying to questions on the Presidency budget vote he tabled yesterday. EFF MPs again questioned the legitimacy of the president, following criminal charges laid against him related to money laundering for not reporting millions of dollars stolen from his game farm in Limopopo. Some EFF MPs also raised

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2:41

#PODCAST SA doctor-turned-comedian administers a dose...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Laughter is sometimes the best medicine and a young South African doctor-turned-comedian, Suhayl Essa is ready to administer his final dose. Essa has been touring the country to perform his one-man show - "Beginning Again". He will end the tour in his hometown, Durban, with three shows from the 16th to the 18th of June at the Sibaya iZulu Theatre. The show will address his journey as a stand-up comedian, leaving his medical career, getting married during

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4:05

#PODCAST The IFP say more than 900 schools in the...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - More than 900 schools in the eThekwini Municipality are in arrears with their utilities. This is according to IFP councillor Jonathan Annipen, who has raised the matter in council. According to the party, the city had already begun disconnecting electricity and water supply to some of these learning institutions. Annipen says some of these schools owe in excess of seven-million rand to the city. The party tabled several recommendations to the city,

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3:56

#PODCAST NATJOINTS assure citizens that measures are...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Genevieve Lanka - The National Joint Operations and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) says measures are in place to ensure safety and security, amid threats of a national shutdown today (10th June, Friday). Social media and mobile messaging groups has been abuzz with messages calling for a mass stay away in protest of soaring fuel prices. Taxi associations have distanced themselves from the calls. Genevieve Lanka reports...

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3:12

#PODCAST Meguiars Ultimate Rides car show returns to...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - After a two year hiatus due to the restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic, the ever-popular Meguiars Ultimate Rides car show is back this weekend to wow Gauteng audiences. Held annually since 2017, the event brings together a host of stylish classic cars, loud muscle cars and rapid super cars from Gauteng and beyond. Entrance is free of charge and audiences have been encouraged to being along the entire family for what's guaranteed to be a fun-filled day

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#PODCAST ANALYSIS: Over 1,000 workers face an...

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2022/06/10

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - 1,200 workers face uncertain future after Comair's business rescue practitioners lodged a court application to convert the business rescue proceedings into liquidation proceedings. The airline voluntarily grounded its operations on last week because it does not have enough funds to keep operating. The management has cited high fuel prices and the Omicron related lockdown as part of the reason for its financial distress. The Association Of Southern African

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#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - Friday 10 June 2022

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2022/06/10

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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3:57

#PODCAST All eyes will be on President Cyril...

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2022/06/09

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver the Presidency Budget Vote physically in Parliament today. There has been confusion on whether he will be on the precinct or virtually. But some chief whips of political parties have different takes on how he should avail himself to Parliament. Mercedes Besent spoke to various Chief Whips and the Presidency and file this reports...

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4:19

#PODCAST After overcoming various forms of abuse - we...

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2022/06/09

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - After overcoming harrowing experiences of verbal, physical and sexual abuse within his family, a local man is using his story to inspire survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) to speak out. As a child, Bhekhisisa Mncube vowed to never become like his abusive father. However as a young man, he too became a perpetrator in the cycle of abuse. This, until his moment of reckoning. With a new lease on life, 42-year-old Mncube now devotes his time to gender advocacy

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2:48

#PODCAST In celebration of #WorldOceansDay,...

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2022/06/09

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As the world commemorated World Oceans Day this week, Durban-based environmental organisation "Green Corridors" has challenged the community to join them in a beach clean up this weekend. In the aftermath of the KwaZulu-Natal floods in April, volunteers have already collected several tons of waste which will now be earmarked for recycling. Green Corridors Litterboom Co-ordinator - Siphiwe Rakgabale previews the clean up - beginning from Blue Lagoon Beach on

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3:40

#PODCAST We find out more about an energy management...

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2022/06/09

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - With consumers and businesses looking for different ways to cut down costs and save money, a new Energy Management System has been touted as a way to help clients better manage their utility bills. A brainchild of Tsebo Facilities Management Solutions, the system helps businesses to review tariffs for their municipal jurisdiction - translating into substantial, sustainable monthly savings. The system, known as "Consumption Intelligence" can also be utilised to

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