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6:31

#PODCAST Search operations continue as the #KZNFloods...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producers, Genevieve Lanka and Taliesha Naidoo - Search operations in KwaZulu-Natal are continuing following last weeks destructive floods and mudslides. The death toll now stands at 448, with the numbers expected to climb amid clean up efforts. Meanwhile, many families are trying to pick up the pieces after losing their homes and belongings in the devastation. Our reporter Phanuel Shuma has been travelling through the eThekwini Municipality, speaking to victims. He is currently in

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4:39

#PODCAST Ten-year-old left orphaned after family dies...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producer, Genevieve Lanka - The community of Westville in Durban have rallied together in support of 10-year-old Shakirah Hajji. Hajji is the sole survivor after a mudslide killed her mother, father and 10-month-old brother on Monday morning. They family were preparing for Sehri - a meal consumed early in the morning by Muslims during the Ramadaan fast - before tragedy struck. SABC News Editor - Minoshini Pillay - describes the ordeal...

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3:38

#PODCAST SASSA launch a new disaster relief grant to...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is providing a social relief of distress grant for disasters to those affected by the recent flood in KwaZulu-Natal. The SRD grant, which is valid for one month, has three allocations in terms of a cash benefit, food vouchers, school uniforms, and blankets. The cash benefit amounts to one-thousand-960 rand where there has been a loss of belongings or family members. The value of the food vouchers amount to

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3:20

#PODCAST eThekwini Deputy City Manager says the Metro...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The tourism sector in KwaZulu-Natal has been dealt a massive blow by the recent floods that devastated the province. That's according to Deputy City Manager for Economic Development and Planning in the eThekwini Metro, Phillip Sithole. He says the Easter weekend has seen a drop in tourists by over 60%. This equates to over 150-million-rand in losses for the tourism sector. Sithole says swift relief efforts and infrastructure restoration will help ensure the

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3:35

#PODCAST This week's #TechnoTouch finds out all about...

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2022/04/20

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Department of Home Affairs recently stated that technology is being placed at the heart of its current operations, especially through the implementation of the eVisa system - launched earlier this year. This system makes travelling to South Africa easier, as eligible passport holders can now apply online and receive the approved visa by email. Passport holders from 14 countries are eligible for a South African eVisa, including India, China, Mexico and Saudi

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2:48

#PODCAST Premier Sihle Zikalala says five more bodies...

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2022/04/20

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala says five more bodies have been found at separate locations in eThekwini municipality. This brings the unofficial death toll to 448. Zikalala also addressed search and rescue teams from across the country at Virginia airport in Durban north. Nonhlakanipho Magwaza reports...

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1:40

#PODCAST Government health delegation visit KZN...

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2022/04/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Genevieve Lanka - Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla together with his deputy Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo and the KwaZulu-Natal MEC of Health - Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu - are currently visiting hospitals in the province in the aftermath of last weeks floods. Our reporter Vusi Makhosini, who is following the story, says the delegation will also visit families who lost their homes and loved ones during the devastating rains...

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3:21

#PODCAST Durban Chamber of Commerce concerned over...

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2022/04/19

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparsahd - It's too early to tell - but the Durban Chamber of Commerce is concerned about the impact infrastructure in KwaZulu-Natal will have on the local economy. Last week's floods saw catastrophic damage to roads, buildings and even the Durban port. The Chamber says any loss in infrastructure for an unspecified period will have a devastating impact on the manufacturing, travel and tourism and agriculture sectors. Chief Growth Officer Zanele Khomo says poor

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4:15

#PODCAST Umgeni Water says they're supplying an...

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2022/04/19

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Bulk water supplier, Umgeni Water says it is currently experiencing a 200-million-litre deficit resulting in the shortage of supply. Umgeni Water supplies among others, the eThekwini, iLembe, Ugu, Harry Gwala, uMgungundlovu and Msunduzi Municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal. Corporate stakeholder manager at Umgeni Water, Shami Harichunder says an aerial assessment by helicopter will take place today along its pipeline. Several communities across the province are

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3:53

#PODCAST We hear from a South African citizen caught...

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2022/04/19

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The tensions of lockdown have exposed divisions among Shanghai residents, pitting young against old, locals against outsiders, and COVID-negative against COVID-positive people. The asian city of Shanghai has a population of 25 million people, most of whom live in apartment blocks are either under complete lockdown or partial lockdown following the city's Coronavirus outbreak a few weeks back. But with no end in sight to a lockdown that has been in operation for

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3:05

#PODCAST Over a ton of recyclable plastic and...

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2022/04/19

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Over one-ton of recyclable plastic and other material was collected as clean-up operations continue at the Umgeni river mouth and beaches across Durban. Two tankers trailers, household furniture and plastic packaging were among the debris that washed ashore following the recent floods. Janet Simpkins, the founder of Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Adopt a River, saw the devastation and sprung into action by assembling a team of volunteers and social

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4:13

#PODCAST President Ramaphosa urges flood affected...

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2022/04/19

Government has declared a National State of Disaster following the devastating floods in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. In addressing the nation on Monday Night, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the severity of the flooding and damage in both provinces, as well as the possibility of extreme weather in the North West and Free State provinces has necessitated this. The Minister of Co-operative Governance Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has been mandated to gazette the declaration. Busi Chimombe

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5:44

#PODCAST Bulk supplier Umgeni Water say the...

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2022/04/18

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As residents scramble around trying to secure water around the eThekwini Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, bulk service supplier - Umgeni Water - told Newsbreak that the restoration of water in several areas around the port city would take an estimated 10 days to complete. This as the utility initiates emergency plans to try and provide immediate relief to thousands of residents who are either with no water or restricted access to services. Umgeni Water's

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3:06

#PODCAST KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala says the prime...

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2022/04/18

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala says the recent floods rank among the worst catastrophes to befall the province, as the death toll increases to at least 443. He says inclement weather continue to hamper search and rescue operations. Giving an update on the situation in the province, Zikalala says they're now focusing on helping affected people get past the disaster. Nonkululeko Hlophe reports...

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4:21

#PODCAST Al-Imdaad Foundation deploy teams to KZN to...

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2022/04/18

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Non-profit humanitarian organisation - the Al Imdaad foundation have deployed teams on the ground to assist communities who have been affected by floods in the province. The organisation has been busy with on-site assessments identifying areas of severe damage. It has described devastating scenes amid the flooding in KZN - saying the impact appears to be worse than the 2019 storm disaster. Disaster Response head Abed Karrim explains the seriousness of the

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4:24

#PODCAST Economists slam fake news posts circulating...

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2022/04/18

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Experts say that there is no concern about a possible fuel shortage in KwaZulu-Natal, urging people to stop spreading fake news on social media. That's according to Director and Chief Economist of the Efficient Group - Dawie Roodt. He says that alternative access routes for trucks to transport fuel and deliveries have already been taking place in the flood affected areas of the province. This follows reports of damaged roads leading to rumours of restricted

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3:41

#PODCAST Phoenix animal care group "PACT" explain how...

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2022/04/18

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - As mankind suffers in Durban - so too does mans best friend. Hundreds of pets have been displaced in the KZN floods. In Phoenix, north of Durban - the Phoenix Animal Care and Treatment (PACT) and Puppy SOS shelters have suffered sever damage to their premises. They've also had an influx of abandoned animals due to loved ones perishing away in the floods. PACT's Neeri Naidoo explains the scale of devastation our furry friends have endured... Neeri can be

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1:09

#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - Good Friday 15...

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2022/04/15

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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3:29

#PODCAST Following the ousting of Prime Minister...

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2022/04/15

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Pakistani nationals based in South Africa will today hold a march in support of former Prime Minister Imran Khan who was ousted from power in a no confidence vote on Sunday. This follows the selection of Shehbaz Sharif to Pakistan's parliament as the country's new prime minister, which has been met with criticism from the country's youth and political experts. Today's march takes place in Fordburg - Gauteng, with the hope of raising awareness around the

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3:34

#PODCAST Universal Mission NPO embark on a drive to...

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2022/04/15

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - As the mop up operations in KwaZulu-Natal continue, the Saiva Sithantha Sungum Universal Mission have embarked on a drive to provide essential food items and other necessities to those affected by this week's floods. In the coming days, the non-profit organisation will distribute food hampers, warm clothing, stationary and medication to the needy. The organisation will also work to provide counselling services to those struggling to come to terms with the

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