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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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2:22

#PODCAST: Suspect on the run after the alleged rape...

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2020/10/20

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A nine-year-old girl was allegedly raped at a carwash at Verulam north of Durban yesterday. It's believed the girl went to a local shop to buy bread for her family when the incident occurred. Events of the incident came to light when the grade three learner was with a female family friend, who noticed that the girl wasn't wearing underwear. Director of local security company Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), Prem Balram says the suspect is on the run...

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#PODCAST: TAFTA unveil a safety pod for the aged...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have heartbreaking implications for senior citizens - who have been living in isolation - cut-off from their family and friends. To combat this secondary implication of the coronavirus, The Association for the Aged (TAFTA) launched a novel idea to bring back the warmth of loved ones while ensuring the three pillars of the new norm is maintained. A unique visitors pod was unveiled at the John Dunn House in Wentworth, south of

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1:50

#PODCAST:A double murder in the north of Durban this...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A double murder that took place at Canelands, north of Durban this morning may be linked to to previous crimes that have plagued the area in recent months. That's according to director of local security company, Reaction Unit South Africa or Rusa, Prem Balram. Both victims suffered several gunshots to the head and were declared deceased apon arrival. Balram says incidents of this nature have been happening on a regular basis in this area...

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1:48

#PODCAST: 27 year old Phoenix woman arrested for the...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The community of Phoenix, north of Durban, has been rocked by the fatal stabbing of 30-year-old Yogan Moodley during an alleged domestic dispute with his 27-year-old partner. The incident took place at Cardinal Road, in Stonebridge over the weekend. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Captain Nqobile Gwala, says the woman has been arrested and is expected to appear at court tomorrow...

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2:52

#PODCAST: Popular Indian jewellery brand "Tanishq" in...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - A popular Indian jewellery brand has withdrawn its TV commercial featuring a baby shower for the Hindu bride by her Muslim in-laws. "Tanishq" also put out a public apology after a social media backlash quickly turned into street protests by right wing groups, affiliated to India's ruling Hindu nationalist party...

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#PODCAST: The Muruga Bhakti Foundation of South...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted religion in various ways, including the cancellation of services, pilgrimages, ceremonies and festivals. With restrictions having been eased in lockdown level one, the "Muruga Bhakti Foundation of South Africa" hosted a meeting yesterday in Durban to discuss the hosting of the annual Thai Poosam Kavady. Chairperson Kovilan Ramsamy says close to 20 religious organisations met - where it was decided to continue the festival, albeit

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1:39

#PODCAST: "Flash Entertainers" win big at the South...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A popular Durban-based music group has again taken honours at the South African Traditional Music Awards. Flash Entertainers scooped the award for "Best Indian Album" once again at the awards roadshow held at Kwa Muhle Museum in Durban. The group won the award for their album "Flash 50". Founded in 1968, the group is famous for Nagara music - which is an ancient folk style that dates back to the arrival of the Indian indentured labourers. Flash Entertainers

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2:37

#PODCAST: Today marks the anniversary of "Black...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Today - the 19th of October - marks the anniversary of a brutal crackdown by the apartheid regime on the media and the Black Consciousness Movement in 1997. "Black Wednesday" as the day became known is commemorated to draw attention to the importance of media freedom. KZN Convener of the South African National Editor's Forum (SANEF) Judy Sandison, says with the onslaught of fake news, now more than ever the freedom of the media needs to be upheld...

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2:41

#PODCAST: Grey Street Mosque Trustee AV Mohammed...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - One of the oldest mosques in South Africa - the Jumu'ah Masjid or the Grey Street Mosque, has played a prominent role in shaping not just religious history, but also politics and social cohesion in Durban. In today's 1860 feature we speak to the Chief Trustee at the Mosque, AV Mohammed - who recalls the buildings storied history and how it correlated with the Indian Indentured Labourers...

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#PODCAST: 35-year-old woman expected in court today...

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2020/10/19

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A 35-year-old woman is expected to appear at the Durban Magistrate's court today for the murder of businessman Dhunpall Rajkumar. The body of 53-year-old Rajkoomar was found with his hands and legs bound with cable ties in an abandoned house at Mount Vernon Road in Bellair, south of Durban. His vehicle was found abandoned in Chatsworth. Rajkumar was reported missing last Wednesday. Chatsworth Community Policing Forum (CPF) Chairperson, Jakes Singh says police

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#PODCAST - #NewsbreakTalk explores the exploitation...

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2020/10/18

By Newsbreak Talkshow host, Taresh Harreepershad and Producer, Rachel Vadi. A recent study has found that domestic workers suffer abuse and sexual harassment at the hands of their employers.The study - conducted during the lockdown in South Africa - found that the plight of domestic workers has been heightened during the pandemic although the sexual harassment they experienced has been ongoing. Executive Director at Hlanganisa Institute of Development in Southern Africa, Bongiwe Ndondo highlights

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#PODCAST - News making headlines this week...

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2020/10/18

By Newsbreak Talk Presenter and Producer, Taresh Harreepershad

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#PODCAST #Farmers and #EFF Supporters face off at...

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2020/10/16

Tensions are simmering at Senekal in the Free State where farmers and EFF Members have gathered on opposite ends. Police Minister Bheki Cele and EFF leader Julius Malema are at the Senekal Magistrate's Court where two murder accused are expected to apply for bail. Sekwetje Mahlamba and Sekola Matla-letsa are accused of the murder of 21-year-old farm manager Brendin Horner. They were arrested days after Horners body was found tied to a pole at the farm. Thousands of EFF supporters, some ANC members

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#PODCAST One dead as fire rips through home at Mt...

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2020/10/16

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - One person has died and three others injured when a fire ripped through house at Silver Oaks Drive in Mount Edgecombe, Durban. Gareth Naidoo - Spokesperson for a private security company - KZN VIP - explains what happened this morning......

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#PODCAST Private hospitals assure patient safety amid...

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2020/10/16

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - Private hospitals are stepping up infection control providing safety for patients and staff. One of the main concerns is that during the covid19 pandemic people were hesitant to seek healthcare at hospitals for fear of becoming infected with the coronavirus. Dr Stefan Smuts - the Chief Clinical Officer at MediClinic Southern Africa - says that COVID19 has exposed some gaps which staff and management have recognised and resolved ensuring the safe return

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#PODCAST #WorldFoodDay highlights the lessons learnt...

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2020/10/16

by Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - Farmers and workers throughout the food system have been lauded for their efforts during the pandemic, as today marks World Food Day. The international celebration takes place every year on the 16th of October, honouring the formation of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation in 1945. The theme for 2020 is "Grow, Nourish, Sustain. Together." Group Executive of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability at Tiger Brands, Mary-Jane Morifi says the COVID crisis made

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#PODCAST SA Word of the Year 2020 is #LOCKDOWN...

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2020/10/16

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - South Africa's word or phrase of the YEAR 2020 is LOCKDOWN! The PAN South African Language Board made the announcement today to commemorate international dictionary day. The reason LOCKDOWN was chosen is that it created quite a buzz in the country with people crowding outside bottlestores when the lockdown was announced, hosting virtual lockdown parties - Mzansi style, and even using the word regularly on social media. PANSALB Head of Marketing and

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2:49

#PODCAST: NATU disappointed that the President did...

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2020/10/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The National Teachers Union (NATU) says it's disappointed that President Cyril Ramaphosa did not address the issue of infrastructure backlogs at schools in disadvantaged areas. The union says that there are many schools in rural and disadvantaged areas that are suffering because of this. The Department of Basic Education received seven billion rand from the treasury to deal with COVID-19 related issues in schools. Meanwhile, a number of former "Model C" schools

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#PODCAST: Labour analysts believe government's plans...

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2020/10/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - With the promise of creating 800,000 job opportunities in the short term, labour analysts believe that better implementation strategies needs to be top of the agenda, rather than making more plans to create employment. This comes after President Ramaphosa addressed a joint sitting of Parliament, on government's plan to revive the economy. Ramaphosa also said government intends to invest 1-trillion rand into the infrastructure sector. Labour analyst Bukani

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2:53

#PODCAST: Opposition political parties "unimpressed"...

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2020/10/16

Opposition political parties say there is not much new in President Cyril Ramaphosa's economic recovery plan announced in parliament. Parties say he has expanded the same programmes he announced in his state of the Nation Address earlier this year. They have also questioned whether there is any capacity and willingness to implement the commitment. Joseph Mosia reports...

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