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3:03

#PODCAST: 200,000 trained staff in India gear up to...

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2021/01/15

Airlines and special trucks were ferrying Covid-19 vaccines to towns and cities, as India geared up for the staggering task of inoculating 1.3 billion people starting tomorrow. 30 million high-risk workers will get the jab in the first phase of the exercise involving an army of 200,000 trained staff. Our South Asian correspondent has the details...

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3:22

#PODCAST: Psychologist Dr. Akashni Maharaj discusses...

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2021/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The psychological and physical trauma associated with issues such as human trafficking and rape can have devastating long-term effects. Reacting to the incident in Ladysmith, counselling psychologist Dr Akashni Maharaj explains how such issues can take a massive toll on young people especially...

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2:46

#PODCAST: Reaction as reports suggest that...

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2021/01/15

Independent schools are likely to resume schooling next week despite the Department of Basic Education mulling over proposals to postpone the opening of public schools to the 15th of February. On Wednesday the department canvassed education stakeholders after advice from scientists to delay the opening by two weeks. Some independent schools started classes on Wednesday while the rest will open their doors on January the 18th. Student bodies and teacher unions are backing a February start to curb the

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2:47

#PODCAST: The ACT Foundation help establish the...

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2021/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The alarmingly high numbers of COVID-19 cases in KwaZulu-Natal have been met with many organisations keen to help in the fight against the pandemic. The ACT Foundation, together with Daughters of Africa, have come on board with what's known as the "Home Based Oxygen Campaign". They are offering Covid-19 patients with oxygen concentrators on loan for home use. Here's chairperson of the ACT Foundation, Sulosh Pillay...

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1:41

#PODCAST: A Ladysmith mother is expected in court for...

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2021/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The 53-year-old mother of an alleged human trafficking and rape victim, together with a suspect are expected to appear at the Ladysmith Magistrate's Court. This after the 15-year-old was allegedly raped by a known suspect at Elandslagte, in Ladysmith. Reports suggest that the teenagers mother was aware of the abuse, but took no action against the perpetrator. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Colonel Thembeka Mbhele has the details...

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3:29

#PODCAST: International relations expert unpacks the...

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2021/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - As tensions run high in the United States, fear is mounting that more riots could happen in the lead-up to the inauguration of Joe Biden. Democrats charged Trump with "incitement of insurrection" over last Wednesday's assault on the Congress. His trial however, is only expected to begin after Biden is inaugurated on the 20th of January. We contacted Professor John Stremlau from the Department of International Relations, who says South Africa and the African

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4:34

#PODCAST: Water restored in south and western areas...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo -Running water has been restored to most parts of Durban that had been without water for over a week. But residents are now asking, for how long ? Water started trickling in since the early hours of this morning to some households, while others are still waiting in anticipation. The eThekwini municipality says the pump that has been installed has been borrowed, while work continues on the remaining two pumps. eThekwini municipality's chairperson of Human

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1:42

#PODCAST: Stage 2 loadshedding expected to last...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Stage 2 loadshedding has begun this afternoon and will continue until Sunday night. According to the Eskom's spokesperson, Sikonathi Mantshantsha, loadshedding is necessary due to the loss of generation capacity overnight. The system remains vulnerable and unpredictable - should any further breakdowns occur, the stage of loadshedding may change at short notice. Mantshantsha urges the public to reduce electricity consumption in order to help minimize

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3:08

#PODCAST: KZN diver Walter Bernardis calls for...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Local water sport and adventure businesses in KwaZulu-Natal are taking a hard financial knock due to the beach closures and lack of tourism due to the pandemic. Walter Bernardis who operates from Aliwal Shoal on the KZN south coast, says this is usually a time of year when international tourists flock to the province. He says without their support, businesses are unfortunately falling. Talking to Tashlan Naidoo on the Greenscene, Bernardis also took a strong

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2:45

#PODCAST: The new locally-made "OxEra" respiratory...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) have approved a new device for emergency COVID-19 use. Dubbed "OxERA" or Oxygen-Efficient Respiratory Aid - the new device could be a game changer as it delivers consistently high levels of oxygen to patients and helps keep their lungs from collapsing. It effectively bridges the gap between current standard oxygen therapy and ICU-based non-invasive or mechanical ventilation. The device was

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#PODCAST: Trade Union COSATU slam the Department of...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producers Matthew Veeran and Hoosen Ebrahim - Cosatu have called on the Department of Basic Education to engage with teacher unions on a way forward regarding schools re-opening on the 27th of January. The trade union say they completely disagree with the stance taken by the department, who say there is no evidence to suggest that schools pose a greater risk to spread the Coronavirus - when compared to the first wave of infections. Cosatu spokesperson Sizwe Pamla the consequences of a

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#PODCAST: A mother dies, while her child is left in a...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - A mother has died - with her young child in a critical condition, after a vehicle crash on the N2, in the vicinity of the Umdloti off ramp, north of Durban. Reports suggest that the woman and child were standing on the road, while her husband assessed possible damage to their vehicle. Spokesperson for local security company Reaction Unit South Africa, Prem Balram, says while lives are being lost due to Covid-19, many others occur on the country's roads...

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#PODCAST: A Cape Town hospital and an interfaith...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - An interfaith group have joined forces to provide spiritual upliftment to COVID-19 positive patients at the Melomed Tokai Hospital in Cape Town. A heart-warming video of the spiritual renditions went viral on social media sparking responses of hope and praise for the group. In the video, patients can bee seen peeping from the hospital windows, some shedding tears as the poems, praises of "Hallelujah!" and prayers are recited. Sheikh Hassan Yusuf Pandy of

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2:52

#PODCAST: SAPS say the firearm amnesty period ends on...

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2021/01/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African Police Service (SAPS) have issued a final warning to the public that the firearm amnesty ends on the 31st of January 2021. Police spokesperson Colonel Athlenda Mathe says the guns, ammunition and parts that are handed in will go for ballistic tests to check if they have been used in any crimes. If any gun handed in by a member of the public found to have links to crimes, that person will face the full might of the law. Mathe assures citizens

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2:45

#PODCAST: Indian farmers insist on repeal of new...

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2021/01/13

By Newsbreak South Asian Correspondent - India's Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of new farm reform laws that ignited massive protests. It formed an experts' panel to end the deadlock but farmers insisted they will settle for nothing less than a repeal of the bills passed in September. The government says the farmers are victims of toxic propaganda. Our South Asian correspondent reports...

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10:35

#PODCAST:Still no timeline for water pump repair in...

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2021/01/13

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Water shortages at Chatsworth and surrounding areas, south of Durban is onto its 7th day, and tensions are running high within the community. Even though the eThewkwini municipality says they are working around the clock to remedy the situation, residents are not buying their statements. Community members have complained about water tankers prioritising certain areas over others. Joining us on the line for an update on this situation is eThekwini municipality's

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2:56

#PODCAST: SAMA are urging KZN hospitals to ensure...

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2021/01/13

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African Medical Association (SAMA) says KwaZulu-Natal hospitals need to ensure there is an adequate high pressure oxygen supply, heading into the peak of the second wave of COVID-19. Chairperson for SAMA, Dr. Akhtar Hussain says the festive season migration of holidaymakers contributed significantly to the rise of infections in the province. KZN has over 66-thousand active cases with over 5,400 deaths recorded. Dr. Hussain says more field hospitals,

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3:40

#PODCAST: Religious leaders call for COVID protocols...

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2021/01/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Religious leaders have urged communities to adhere to COVID-related protocols as the country grapples to help prevent the spread of the virus. Mufti Zubair Bayat, Director of the Durban-based humanitarian organisation "Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre" says people should ensure precautions are adhered to at all religious facilities around the country. Mufti Bayat explains why the situation is of serious concern as well as the importance of prayer for inner peace

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2:35

#PODCAST: With various parts of Durban still without...

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2021/01/13

The eThekwini Municipality is calling for calm as it tries to repair a water pump station that's left thousands of residents without water in the western and southern parts of Durban. It's undertaken to provide water tankers to affected areas. But angry residents claim that these tankers don't come to their areas, while others say the tankers only come after eleven pm. Nonkululeko Hlophe reports...

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#PODCAST: Durban Dr. Rinesh Chetty discusses the rare...

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2021/01/13

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Doctors working at hospitals amid the second wave of the virus have noticed a very rare condition dubbed "happy hypoxia" presenting itself amongst patients. This is a condition where patient's blood oxygen levels drop without being noticed or them experiencing severe problems, which could ultimately lead to death if not diagnosed and treated immediately. Durban Dr. Rinesh Chetty spoke to Newsbreak where he explained how the term 'happy hypoxia" came about,

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