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3:05

#PODCAST "South African Jews for a Free Palestine"...

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2021/05/13

By Newsbreak Producer Genevieve Lanka - As international calls for action against Israel intensifies, the South African Zionist Federation says sanctions against the country is not the answer. Yesterday, hundreds of pro-Palestinian supporters marched to Parliament in Cape Town, demanding the a boycott and divestment of - and sanctions against Israel, as well a total shutdown of the South African embassy in Israel. This follows escalating unrest in Gaza since Sunday, when Israeli forces storm the

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2:06

#PODCAST Over 100 inmates - pardoned to combat the...

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2021/05/13

Over 100 low-risk inmates who were released last year as part of efforts to minimise and combat the spread of COVID-19 have been re-arrested for committing serious crimes such as murder. This has been revealed in a briefing to Parliament's Justice and Correctional Services Committee. Last year, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that 19,000 inmates would be released on parole in an effort to curb the spread of Coronavirus in overcrowded prisons. Ultimately, close to 14,000 low-risk inmates were

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3:09

#PODCAST A plan to boost local entrepreneurship -...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - In a bid to reverse the economic devastation caused by the covid19 lockdown on the people of Chatsworth south of Durban, the idea of a new market to showcase local goods, services and talent was born. Running from 9am to 3pm every Sunday from this weekend, organisers of the Made In Chatsworth Market found this appropriate to not coincide with the infamous Bangladesh market traders. Co-organiser Kiru Naidoo says everything from furniture to fresh produce and

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2:32

#PODCAST Metrobus in Johannesburg have approached the...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Metrobus in Johannesburg have approached the Braamfontein Labour Court to file an urgent interdict to stop a strike by drivers represented by union DEMAWUSA. The strike which is in its 7th day has left almost 40-thousand commuters stranded. Workers are demanding an 18-percent salary increase, a 15-thousand-rand Covid-19 allowance and a 14th cheque. Spokesperson Deon Makhura, says unless ordered by the court - the strike will continue until their demands

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1:00

#PODCAST Alleged Taxi Boss gunned down in Waterloo, KZN

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating a case of murder after an 49-year-old man has been shot dead at Waterloo, north of Durban, in an alleged taxi-related incident. Provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Thembeka Mbhele, confirmed the incident, which occurred last night. She says details pertaining to the case are still under investigation...

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2:49

#PODCAST The South African Zionist Federation refute...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African Zionist Federation is calling for the South African government to take an even-handed approach in its calls peace in the region. The Federation's Rowan Polovin has also refuted claims that Israel is an apartheid state...

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2:58

#PODCAST As "Phase Two" approaches, the Health...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The Department of Health is calling on South Africans to sign up for COVID-19 vaccination as part of the country's official "Phase 2" and "Phase 3" programmes. The department has launched its vaccine registration portal through WhatsApp and via SMS through the USSD service. Phase 2, which is set to begin on the 17th of May, will focus on people over the age of 60 and healthcare workers who have not been vaccinated through the Sisonke Protocol. In this week's

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2:48

#PODCAST Johannesburg producer @djavesh discusses the...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - A new chutney number with an international flavour is making waves in both the local and foreign music scenes. "Chal Gaye Nana" by local producer Deejay Avesh and Trinidadian artist "Terry G" has hit radio stations in the United States, Canada and various parts of the Caribbean - and now hopes to gain momentum here on South African shores. Formerly of Phoenix, Deejay Avesh has always had a love for Indian culture and it shows through his melodious beats and

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2:27

#PODCAST SASSA say all approved but UNPAID social...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - All approved but unpaid COVID-19 social relief grant beneficiaries will still be fulfilled, despite the grant period having lapsed. According to Sandy Godolwana - spokesperson for the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in KwaZulu-Natal, payment will be made for all approved grants as soon as confirmation of funding has been made. Godolwana adds that these payments fall under the previous financial year...

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2:30

#PODCAST International superpowers intensify peace...

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2021/05/12

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The United States, European Union and the United Kingdom have appealed for calm after days of unrest in Jerusalem spiralled into retaliatory attacks by Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza. They've urged both sides to ease tensions as soon as possible. Palestinian militants fired a barrage of rockets into Israel from Gaza yesterday, after Israeli police stormed the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem on Sunday, firing rubber bullets and stun grenades. Thus far, 26

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3:08

#PODCAST Plastic Surgeon and Burns Unit specialist...

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2021/05/11

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - With winter fast approaching, incidents of dangerous fires and burns increase with the use of heaters and warmers. Plastic Surgeon and Head of the Burns Unit at Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital, Dr Kajal Lutchminarian says awareness and education are the most important aspects when dealing with burns. She says butter, oil or any other condiments should never be used to treat burns. She says instead, cold running water is one of the most effective home remedies of

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3:18

#PODCAST Research proves that the new variants of...

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2021/05/11

By Newsbreak Producer Genevieve Lanka - Director of the KZN Research, Innovation and Sequencing Platform (KRISP) at the University of KwaZulu-Natal - Professor Tulio de Oliveira - says the majority of the COVID-19 cases in South Africa are of the 501.V2 variant. This variant is believed to have fuelled the country's second wave. He says is no evidence to suggest that so called "new variants" - are more transmissible than the 501.V2 variant...

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3:18

#PODCAST @LubnaNadvi says the international community...

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2021/05/11

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Political analyst Dr Lubna Nadvi believes the international community and United Nations (UN) must be held accountable for the social and political unrest between Israel and Palestine. She was reacting to the clashes between Palestinians and Israeli police outside the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem on Sunday. It is alleged that Israeli police opened fire with rubber bullets and stun grenades, while congregants were praying. More than 300 people were injured as a

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3:00

#PODCAST With the resumption of #Hajj, tour operators...

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2021/05/11

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Tour operators have warned against a massive price hike in performing the annual Hajj pilgrimage this year. This after Saudi authorities announced that Hajj 2021 will go ahead under special conditions - to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that they will allow a small number of pilgrims into the kingdom under strict health and precautionary measures. Tour operators meanwhile, say that further clarity on logistics

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3:08

#PODCAST Peeping Toms beware! You could face 20 years...

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2021/05/10

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The case of a Durban man who is facing charges related to the "Peeping Tom" law has re-emphasised the possibility of jail time for those who post pictures of individuals on social media without their consent. According to attorney at Harkoo Brijlal & Reddy Incorporated - Revonia Royappen-Pillay - the Peeping Tom law comes into effect when a person unlawfully and intentionally impairs the dignity of a person's privacy. In the latest case - 38-year-old Mohamed

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3:51

#PODCAST Burst power cable leaves Tongaat residents...

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2021/05/10

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that a burst power cable is responsible for a thirty-six hour power outage in areas north of Durban, including Burbreeze in Tongaat. Spokesperson Msawakhe Mayisela says the incident caused damage to twenty-four other sub-stations resulting in the prolonged blackout. He says their teams have been able to restore sixty-percent of power and are working to ensure that all electricity outages will be restored by this

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3:51

#PODCAST NICD says restricting travel won't stop the...

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2021/05/10

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Genevieve Lanka - The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), says unless the country goes into a level five lock down, it will be impractical to lock down South African borders, in the hope that it would restrict the entry of other covid-19 variants into the country. The NICD has already confirmed cases of two imported variants of Covid-19 -- the B.1.617.2 and B.1.1.7 variants -- in South Africa. The NICD's Dr Jinal Bhiman says already the B.1.617.2 has

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#PODCAST Private sector paramedics not receiving the...

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2021/05/10

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities worldwide, the exposure of Emergency Medical and Rescue Services (EMRS) to the virus has raised concern. First responders or paramedics are in a unique position, performing a vital role as frontline workers during COVID-19. But, its believed that EMRS personnal are not prioritised for the current vaccine rollout. SABC Reporter Rachel Vadi spoke to paramedics in the private sector and filed this report.....

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2:45

#PODCAST Alarming statistics predict that India could...

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2021/05/10

India could see one million Covid deaths by the first of August this year. The terrifying prediction of US researchers published by Lancet has spread disquiet in the Asian nation. The authorities face suspicions of falsifying numbers in India, where daily cases crossed 400-thousand, for the fourth time this month. Meanwhile, single-day casualties are hovering at around four-thousand. From New Delhi, Correspondent Rana Sen reports...

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#PODCAST Former Deputy Mayor Logie Naidoo remembers...

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2021/05/10

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Tributes and messages of condolences continue to flood social media - as police investigate the death of Durban attorney, Theasen Pillay. Police have confirmed that that Pillay was found with stab wounds in the arm and chest at Umhlanga. Close friend, the former Deputy Mayor of eThekwini, Logie Naidoo says Pillay's legacy will continue to live on through the legal and humanitarian work he is known for. His funeral service will take place on Wednesday, 12 May at

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