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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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3:02

#PODCAST Patent rights monopoly blocks development of...

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2021/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Wealthy international members from the World Trade Organization (WTO) have blocked a push by over 80 developing countries to waive patent rights in an effort to boost production of COVID-19 vaccines for poor nations. The proposal brought by South Africa and India was supported by hundreds of civil society organisations, including Doctors Without Borders, Oxfam and Amnesty International. Without the waiver, vaccine production will remain in the hands of only a

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3:05

#PODCAST Lockdown spawns a surge in social media and...

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2021/03/17

Produced by Tashlan Naidoo - In just 10 days, South Africa will mark 1 year of being in lockdown, and much has changed. The digital migration is one of the greatest advents of this period, with many having to learn new skills and adapt to technological advancements. Social media has seen an upsurge in activity due to people spending more time indoors and on their devices. The rise of 'influencers' is here, bringing with it a new avenue of marketing products and services. Joining us on the line is

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1:55

#PODCAST NSFAS fraud suspects granted bail in Durban

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2021/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - Three suspects allegedly involved in fraudulent activity related to The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) funding have been granted bail at the Durban Magistrates Court. The suspects aged between 32 and 40 were arrested after a known suspect allegedly forwarded money into three different bank accounts that were unknown to the institution. A total amount of R1.4 million was defrauded. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Colonel Thembeka Mbhele, says

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2:50

#PODCAST British Airways back in business to Victoria...

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2021/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - British Airways, operated by Comair in South Africa, has announced the reopening of bookings for flights between Johannesburg and Victoria Falls. Amid fears of the third Coronavirus wave looming, the airline says it would begin travel from the 13th of May. The reopening of the route is in time to experience Victoria Falls during its peak tourist season when the entire length of the Falls is a thundering wall of falling water. Executive of revenue at British

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2:43

#PODCAST Ramaphosa to address King Goodwill...

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2021/03/17

AmaZulu traditional Prime Minister - Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi - has confirmed that the body of King Goodwill Zwelithini's body will be interred - referred to as ukutshala in Zulu - at midnight tonight. The memorial service which will be addressed by President Cyril Ramaphosa tomorrow. Meanwhile, more politicians including Deputy President David Mabuza, EFF leader - Julius Malema, ANC Secretary General - Ace Magashule, and AMCU president - Joseph Mathunjwa, have paid their respects at

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2:17

#PODCAST: Big plans for broadening women sport in...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The South African women's cricket team are doing the country proud. They've clinched the fourth One-Day International against India in the five-match series. The Proteas won the toss and opted to bowl, restricting their hosts to 266 for the loss of four wickets in their 50 overs. Player of the match Mignon du Preez scored 61 off 55 balls. The fifth and final match will be played tomorrow. Sumayya Khan the Deputy Director-General for Recreation

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1:45

#PODCAST: Two decapitated bodies found at railway...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The bodies of two men believed to be vagrants have been found decapitated at a railway line on Plane Street, at Tongaat, north of Durban. It's been reported that the men used to sleep under a bridge next to the railway line. Spokesperson for local security company, Reaction Unit South Africa, Prem Balram, says the circumstances surrounding the incident remains unknown at this stage...

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3:12

#PODCAST: Family conversations about racist behaviour...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The Anti-Racism Network South Africa (ARNSA) believes that more family conversations need to be had in order to curb the scourge of racist tendencies in the country. This as the 6th annual Anti-Racism Week kicked off. The campaign will culminate on Human Rights Day and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, on the 22nd of this month. Busisiwe Nkosi from the network, says government needs anti-racism policies that can make greater

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2:54

#PODCAST: Man's arm #amputated while stuck in...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - A man believed to be in his forties, has lost his arm in an industrial accident at Chatsworth, south of Durban, last night. Rescue Care Advance Life Support Paramedic, Sheldon Lombard say paramedics found the man with his arm stuck in an industrial printing machine. Lombard says a specialist surgeon had to be called to perform an emergency field amputation of the man's limb - to allow for him to be freed...

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3:22

#PODCAST: KZN to get Tourism Relief Fund of...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - KwaZulu-Natal's Tourism Sector will be getting much-needed relief from government. MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Ravi Pillay has launched a special Tourism Relief Fund amounting to around 20-million-rand. This fund aims to save some businesses in the tourism and hospitality sector that have found themselves in distress during the Covid 19 pandemic and lockdown. MEC Pillay spoke to Newsbreak's Hoosen Ebrahim about how

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2:29

#PODCAST: Uproar over Chief Justice Mogoeng's refusal...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng WILL NOT APOLOGISE for his Pro-Israel comments - AT LEAST FOR NOW. Mogoeng has indicated that he will appeal the matter. The Judicial Conduct Committee has ordered Mogoeng to retract his statements and issue an apology for his utterances, which complainants found to be pro-Isreal and anti-Palestine. In a statement, the JCC says it will determine a date for the appeal, which would be heard by at least three committee members

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2:52

#PODCAST: Emotional well-being of children needs more...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Parents and caregivers should pay attention to the emotional well-being of children during these uncertain times during a pandemic. According to Counselling psychologist, Kerry Salvesan, its often assumed that children are resilient and can bounce back quicker from an experience, but that during these unprecedented times of Covid19 and the lockdown the little ones could also be taking strain....

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3:06

#PODCAST: KZN prepares to lay amaZulu King Goodwill...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - As tributes continue to pour in for the late amaZulu King Goodwill Zwelithini Ka Bhekuzulu, the business fraternity echoes the sentiments of His Majesty's contribution to economic development in KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa as a whole. Durban businessman and philanthropist, Vivian Reddy, says the stature and respect commanded by the monarch was able to bring in investors from all over the world to KZN. Reddy says the loss of His Majesty has a left a void..

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2:28

#PODCAST: Concerns raised over access to online...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The South African National Council for the Blind have raised concern over the lack of access to online banking services catering for this community. The council says that several complaints have surfaced about the inaccessibility of online banking systems for blind people - and that such complaints were either ignored or not addressed to their satisfaction. The Council's National Executive Committee member, Selaelo Makgato says corporate need to include people

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3:50

#PODCAST: No end in sight for loadshedding as Eskom...

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2021/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - There is no possibility that embattled power utility, Eskom, can rescue itself from the financial damage already committed at the state-owned enterprise. These are the sentiments of Director and Chief Economist of Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt. Eskom says it will continue with its maintenance plans for its power stations despite the heightened risks of load shedding. The power utility briefed the media on the state of the status of the power grid yesterday

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#PODCAST - #IshwarRamlatchman, struggling to come to...

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2021/03/15

By Newsbreak's Executive Producer, Salma Patel - Local Businessman, Ishwar Ramlatchman, says he is struggling to come to terms with the death of King Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekhuzulu. The King had bestowed the title of honorary Prince to Ramlatchman - who considered the Monarch a father-figure and a mentor. In an emotional interview with Newsbreak, Ramlatchman says the bond and friendship he shared with the King will forever remain in his hear

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2:57

#PODCAST - Use of the "N"-word lands #ProfAdamHabib...

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2021/03/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The former vice-chancellor of Wits University - Professor Adam Habib has landed himself in hot water. Calls have been mounting for him to resign as Director of the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London. This after he used the "N-word' during a webinar over the weekend. He did so while responding to a question from students about lecturers using the term in class. Visibly shocked students called him out for using the term saying

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3:06

#PODCAST - Ahead of this year's election, #Newsbreak...

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2021/03/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - amaZulu King Goodwill Zwelithini has had a colourful political history in KwaZulu-Natal throughout his 50 years of reign. The King has been accused of "meddling" in KZN politics to conspiring with the Mozambican government in 1979 - by the then IFP leader, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. These and other allegations, prompted the KwaZulu-Natal government to issue a protocol guide that limited the monarch's constitutional role. But this did not stop the King in being

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2:10

#PODCAST Suspect arrested for possession of R1.5...

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2021/03/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - A 34-year-old suspect is expected to appear at the Vryheid Magistrates Court today for the possession of R1.5 million counterfeit goods. Police spokesperson, Captain Nqobile Gwala says the suspect was arrested on Saturday morning, transporting the goods from eManguzi near the Mozambique border towards Newcastle. Captain Gwala says that while police are making great strides in arresting suspects, the counterfeit goods market continues to be a lucrative business

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3:07

#PODCAST Tribute: We look at the relationship AmaZulu...

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2021/03/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - The relationship between the late AmaZulu king Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu and the people of Indian origin in KwaZulu-Natal is a significant and historical one. This is according to curator of the 1860 Heritage Centre, Selvan Naidoo. He says the King should be honoured and remembered not just in history books but in the hearts and minds of all people. Naidoo says the burial rituals and practices should be followed by people of Indian origin in South Africa -

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