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3:30

#PODCAST Today on #WorldMalariaDay we find out why SA...

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2022/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimated that in 2020, there were 241 million cases of malaria worldwide while more than 620-thousand people died from the disease in the same year. Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles* mosquitoes. Today marks World Malaria Day under the theme "Harness innovation to reduce the malaria disease burden and save lives". According

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2:31

#PODCAST After 13 days of dry taps - water finally...

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2022/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparsad - After 13 days of dry taps - water slowly trickled into parts of Ottawa, north of Durban yesterday. While this has been welcomed relief- residents on the ground are asking: where are the funds that have been set aside to assist those battling the effects of the KZN Floods? Resident and facilitator for the Ottawa environmental forum Andisha Maharaj says they're concerned that those who need help the most, will not be assisted with these funds...

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2:40

#PODCAST Calls intensify for South Africa to get it's...

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2022/04/25

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparsad - South Africa needs to get it's immigration system in order. That's call from immigration consultant Boitumelo Madiba. He was participating in a government discussion on anti-foreign sentiment in the country. Tension has been high in the country after members of civil organisation Operation Dudula have called for tougher scrutiny of foreign nationals in the country. The aim of the exercise was to foster better social cohesion between foreigners and South

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3:02

#PODCAST Durban educator sows the seeds of unity and...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - As Earth Day activities continue around the world today - here in South Africa, a Durban educator has taken a proactive approach by bringing the international teachings of an Indian yogi to her learners. Chandira Maniram from the Durban Girls' Secondary School is a member of the "Save Soil" global movement. It was launched by renowned guru and philanthropist "Sadhguru" to address the world's soil crisis by uniting communities from all walks of life. Maniram

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2:43

#PODCAST Sergeant Busisiwe Mjwara hailed a heroine in...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The funeral service of 42-year-old Sergeant Busisiswe Mjwara - who died during rescue operations for flood victims in Pietermaritzburg - is underway. Mjwara was part of search operations in the Msunduzi river when she got into difficulty and drowned. During the same operation, K9 Leah from the Durban Central Search and Rescue unit also drowned. Leah was attempting to assist Mjwara when she also experienced difficulties. SABC News reporter, Nonjabulo Mtungwa

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#PODCAST Rescue efforts continue in KZN to locate...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producers, Tashlan Naidoo and Taliesha Naidoo -Rescue teams in KwaZulu-Natal are continuing their efforts to locate dozens of missing people following the devastating floods in the province, while at least 435 people have died. The search for a 10-year old boy has resumed this morning after he allegedly drowned in the Illovu River in Amanzimtoti south of Durban. It is believed that the boy and his father were fishing when the incident occurred. Meanwhile, the Hlophe Family in

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3:34

#PODCAST Performers from all dance disciplines...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The prestigious Battle of the Giants All Styles Dance Sport Festival (BOTG) is currently underway at the Sun City resort in the north west province. The competition currently in its 30th year involves over 600 dancers from 57 studios. This internationally recognised event ends on Sunday and is organised by the South African Body of Dance (SABOD). Participants will battle it out in 22 dance styles including: hip-hop, freestyle, disco, break dance, street dance,

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3:52

#PODCAST Reaction as one of the two Nile monitor...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR) says one of the two Nile Monitor lizards that was found on separate Durban beaches this past weekend has sadly died. Nile monitors are nationally protected species and are found in freshwater habitats throughout KZN as well as other parts of the county. They are often seen basking in the sun on the edge of rivers and estuaries. It is suspected that the two monitors washed down the Umgeni

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3:54

#PODCAST This year's Pro Patria Military Fair hosts...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - For the very first time, non-profit group the South African Indian Legion of Military Veterans (SAIL) will have a stand at the popular Military Fair held in Pretoria. The Pro Patria Military Fair is held annually at the Voortrekker Monument - with it's main objective to educate the public and promote awareness about military heritage. SAIL on the other hand, was established to serve as a platform to document and preserve South African Indian military history

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3:20

#PODCAST A counselling psychologist explains how...

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2022/04/22

By Newsbreak Producers Taliesha naidoo and Genevieve Lanka - Exposure to the recent floods in KwaZulu-Natal can cause secondary trauma to those directly and indirectly impacted by the natural disaster. Heart-wrenching scenes from last week's floods gripped the attention of South Africans as hundreds of people lost their lives while thousands more lost their belongings. Since the tragic ordeal, a sense of grief and mourning has gripped the province. Counselling psychologist, Monique De Klerk explains

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#PODCAST Africa CDC warn countries against...

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2022/04/22

South Africa is registering high COVD-19 infections compared to other countries in Africa. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning countries against laxity in the fight against COVID-19. It warns that prevention measures must be upheld to prevent succumbing to another wave. Africa has so far, recorded over 11.3 million cases of the virus, as the Omicron variant continues to drive further infections. Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa...

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#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - Friday 22 April 2022

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2022/04/22

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 KZN Floods: Appeals for help for 10-year-old...

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2022/04/21

As KwaZulu-Natal counts the death toll from last week's devastating floods, the Westville community is rallying around a 10-year-old girl who has been left behind as the sole survivor from her family. Shakirah Hajji's mother, father and baby brother died when the bank behind their home collapsed, killing them in the early hours of Monday morning last week. At least 4-hundred and 48 people died in the floods. This is the story of one of the survivors of the KwaZulu-Natal floods, told by Minoshni

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2:20

#PODCAST KZN gathers to pray for flood victims amid...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Genevieve Lanka - Religious, political and community leaders together with members of the community have gathered at the Durban Exhibition Centre - for a Provincial Day of Prayer. The prayer is to pay tribute to those who lost their lives or have been displaced in the floods. Our reporter Dries Liebenberg is at the sombre meeting. He says many have pledge to work together to rebuild the province...

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3:29

#PODCAST Eastern Cape government assesses flood...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producers, Genevieve Lanka and Taliesha Naidoo - Reports of the damage wrought by the recent floods continues to emerge from certain parts of the Eastern Cape. The province has only recorded one death related to the flooding, but hundreds of houses were damaged while numerous bridges washed away. Our reporter Nkululeko Nyembezi joins us now from Port St Johns, an area that was hard hit by the torrential rains...

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#PODCAST The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) mark...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has this week marked 100 years since it issued its first banknote. On the 19th of April 1961, the bank was granted the sole authority to produce and issue the South African 'rand' currency. Ever since its inception, SARB has invested drastically in the currency design to ensure the public is protected from counterfeit money. The South African currency is a symbol of national pride reflecting the country's legacy, economic

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#PODCAST Concerned motorists call for the easing of...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producer Genevieve Lanka - As the eThekwini Municipality continues mop up efforts in the city following last weeks deadly storms, a Durban north resident is calling for the easing of toll fees on the N2 between KwaDukuza and Durban. Anchal Ashi Baniparsadh has written to the Presidency, the National Minister of Transport, the KwaZulu-Natal Premier and local MECs. In her letter, she explains that damage to road infrastructure and closures of certain routes means that many motorists and

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3:32

#PODCAST Despite several challenges, the Turquoise...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Despite several logistical challenges brought about by last week's devastating floods in KwaZulu-Natal, the Turquoise Harmony Institute are going ahead with their planned "Friendship Dialogue" this weekend. Held annually during the holy month of Ramadan, the event looks to strengthen community relationships and encourage robust discussions. Guests will include people from all walks of life - including educators, religious leaders and respected business minds

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2:08

#PODCAST This week's #Greenscene profiles a Phoenix...

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2022/04/21

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Local farmers in KwaZulu-Natal are still reeling from the damages caused by the recent flood in the province. Cookie Mudaly's farm in Eastbury - Phoenix, north of Durban was submerged under almost two meters of water, which caused extensive damage to the land and her crops. Mudaly's farm is the sole source of income for her family. In today's Greenscene, she explains how the devastation at the farm now impacts her livelihood...

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#PODCAST Water shortages: How will Verulam Dialysis...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - The Verulam Dialysis Centre, does not know if they can make it another day to save lives. This due to the water outage in the area- now entering it's eighth day. The centre needs about five thousand litres of water a day for it's dialysis machines. Director Zulaka Khan says government has failed communities in their time of need...

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