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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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#PODCAST: 50-year-old woman found dead in Merebank,...

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2020/09/16

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The body of a 50-year-old woman has been found following a robbery at her home on Alwar Road, in Merebank, south of Durban. According to spokesperson for local security company, PT Tactical, Dhevan Govindasamy, the woman was found dead upon arrival. He says a child, together with a domestic worker were also found tied up and traumatised...

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3:06

#PODCAST: People urged to continue observing COVID-19...

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2020/09/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - With speculation rife that the country could move to Level 1 of the lockdown soon, the South African Medical Association (SAMA) is urging the public to still observe strict hygiene and social distancing protocols in order help prevent a major surge of infections. The national state of disaster was meant to end yesterday after six months in place, but was extended by a further month to the 15th of October. SAMA Chairperson, Dr Angelique Coetzee says we are

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3:31

#PODCAST: Local comedy "Kings of Mulberry Street"...

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2020/09/16

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Local comedy "Kings of Mulberry Street" continues to rack up the accolades - with the film picking up the highly-coveted "Best Use of KwaZulu-Natal in a Film" award at the Simon Sabela Awards. This latest achievement is a huge honour and success for writer, director and producer of the film, Judy Naidoo. Meanwhile, the film's Rizelle Januk won "Best Supporting Actress", while Aaqil Hoosen picked up "Best Newcomer". Naidoo says the team are excited to receive

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1:24

#PODCAST: A manhunt is underway in Phoenix, after the...

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2020/09/16

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - KwaZulu-Natal police are on a manhunt for suspects responsible for the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old man on Flintstone Road, in Phoenix, north of Durban. Provincial police spokesperson, Captain Nqobile Gwala, says the man was seated in a vehicle when he was shot dead. Gwala says investigations are now underway...

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2:14

#PODCAST: Merebank residents urged to be on the...

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2020/09/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Chairperson of the Merewent Community Policing Forum, Donavan Anderson says they have noticed in increase in the amount of irregular movement of vehicles and people loitering in the area. Anderson says it seems as if these people are watching homes in the area, waiting for the opportune moment to swoop...

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2:53

#PODCAST: 29 Indian lawmakers test positive for COVID19

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2020/09/15

By South Asian Correspondant Rana Sen - Elaborate safety measures have been put place in India's parliament to protect MPs from coronavirus, which has now infected 4.8 million people across the country. But 29 elected lawmakers tested positive and were sent back home to recover even before a historic session of the national legislature began. Rana Senn has the details...

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3:20

#PODCAST: SANEF in talks with government to find...

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2020/09/15

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The South African National Editors Forum (SANEF) say they are in talks with government to find sustainable solutions for the local media industry to survive and grow. This as the sector was decimated by the COVID-19 pandemic, with thousands of jobs being lost and livelihoods being affected. Chairperson of Media Freedom at SANEF, Mary Papayya says they noticed an increase in online attacks and "trolling" of journalists by supporters of certain political parties

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2:54

#PODCAST: SASSA's newly-launched online applications...

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2020/09/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The convenience of the newly launched SASSA online applications portal eliminates long queues - with no need to gather at public places to apply. KwaZulu-Natal SASSA spokesperson Sandy Godlwana, says the online portal will help applicants in applying for certain social grants, without having to stand in snaking lines. Godlwana says the pilot testing system will run until the 25th of this month...

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3:36

#PODCAST: The importance of early detection...

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2020/09/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Identifying and responding to early detection signs of childhood cancer is crucial. These are the sentiments of regional manager of the Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa - KZN, Aggie Govender. September marks "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" bringing to focus the importance of education surrounding the disease to prevent undiagnosed deaths. Govender says although childhood cancer is relatively rare, the incidence rate has been increasing...

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2:56

#PODCAST: IPID welcome ruling to dismiss three...

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2020/09/15

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlna Naidoo - The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) has welcomed a ruling by police to dismiss three officers found guilty of corruption, kidnapping and extortion. The three officers are being criminally charged at the Durban Commercial Crimes Court in connection with the incident in November 2018. They are being charged with following a vehicle and forcing the occupants to pay them about 500-thousand rand. With the latest on here's IPID spokesperson -

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2:34

#PODCAST: With KZN dam levels dropping steadily, home...

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2020/09/15

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - KwaZulu-Natal home owners could be faced with water restrictions, as dam levels continue to drop in the province. This is according to the Department of Water and Sanitation. They say the major dams in the province have seen a decline week on week, which could possibly result in restrictions. Spokesperson Sputnik Ratau now urges residents to use water sparingly, in a bid to ensure a reduced strain on dams and water reserves...

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3:01

#PODCAST: Disgruntled funeral service owners demand...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Funeral undertakers across the country have begun their 3 day strike against working conditions and remuneration issues within the industry. The undertakers, affiliated to the National Funeral Practitioners Association of SA -- say the strike will affect the movement of dead bodies between homes, hospitals and mortuaries nationwide. In their memorandum -- they list demands addressed to various government departments. They also demand the outsourcing of mortuary

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3:44

#PODCAST: Legal expert weighs in on the undertakers...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Legal expert - Saber Ahmed Jhazbhay, says although peaceful action by funeral associations is lawful, it may conflict with the religious rights of people - especially those of the muslim faith which requires burial within a few hours of death.

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2:12

#PODCAST: Are more parents considering a future of...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - With scientists believing the impact and effect of COVID-19 will be present in the country for a few years, many parents are weighing the option of home schooling their children. This is according to Professor Kobus Maree from the University of Pretoria's Department of Educational Psychology. He says research suggest more parents are opting towards this method for their children which is more affordable, safer and comforting - knowing your child is in a

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2:54

#PODCAST: Academic Dr Betty Govinden talks culture,...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - With the changing times affecting cultures and the way in which people undertake their traditions and teachings, it is important to understand where you came from - to know where you are heading toward in the future. That's the message from Academic at the University of Durban Westville - Dr Devarakshanam (Betty) Govinden. She told Newsbreak that culture is fragile and has changed drastically in the last 50 years, urging people to remember preservation. In this

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#PODCAST: Two families claim millions in damages from...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Two families are petitioning claims of 10 and 15 million rand respectively - to the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health - after the bodies of their deceased family members were mixed up. A letter detailing the extent of the damages the Mateke family from Lesotho and the Maharaj family from Thornville in Pietermritzburg experienced, was submitted to the department by attorney Theasen Pillay. He says his clients both allege that the hospital tried to cover up the

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#PODCAST: SA Hindu Maha Sabha react to a number of...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The South African Hindu Maha Sabha have issued a letter, demanding the withdrawal and an explanation to a notice of complaints regarding smoke from religious practices. According to President Ashwin Trikamjee, Wakefields Property Management sent a letter to all occupants of Morningside Ridge, in Durban appealing to residents to be mindful of others when burning incense. Trikamjee says this a gross violation of a persons basic human right to practice their

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#PODCAST: Durban's Clare Estate Umgeni Hindu...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The Clare Estate Umgeni Hindu Crematorium Society has confirmed its closure for today. Board member of the society - Satish Dhupelia explains...

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2:28

#PODCAST: "Kandasamys: The Wedding" scoops the award...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - South African hit-movie "Kandasamys: The Wedding" has scooped the award for Best Feature Screenplay at the prestigious Simon Sabela Awards. The film received seven nominations at the awards, which took place at the weekend. The awards recognize outstanding achievement and excellence within the South African Film and Television industry - with a special focus on KwaZulu-Natal. Writer and director of the movie, Jayan Moodley, says the achievement serves as an

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#PODCAST: 44-year-old - accused of the alleged rape...

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2020/09/14

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The 44-year-old teacher who was accused of the alleged rape of a 15-year-old school girl, has been released on R2,000 bail. The suspect - who teaches at a school in Phoenix, north of Durban - made bail, with the condition that he not communicate with the victim or the complainant. Spokesperson of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in KwaZulu-Natal, Natasha Kara has the latest...

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