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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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2:52

#PODCAST: Chatsworth CPF report that youth in the...

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2020/08/25

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Chatsworth CPF chairperson, Jakes Singh says he's noticed an increase in youth becoming complacent with regards to the proper usage of a face mask. He has since urged people to continue to follow the regulations set out by government, in order to get past what could be a final wave of COVID-19...

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#PODCAST: This week's #MedicalMonitor looks at how...

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2020/08/25

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - As we move from winter into spring, many who suffer from seasonal allergies may be a little hesitant to embrace the warmer weather and change of season. Severe headaches, fever, nasal congestion and an itchy throat are some of the common symptoms that indicate that your sinuses or allergies are acting up. This coupled with the fact that we in the midst of a global pandemic, may make some people uneasy - with the thought of the virus at the back of their mind

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1:52

#PODCAST: Durban officials arrest residents for...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Durban Metro Police spokesperson, Senior Superintendent Parbhoo Sewparsadh, says the city saw many arrests related to the non-compliance of the curfew regulations over the weekend.

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2:55

#PODCAST: 2 police officials among more than 840...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Two police officers are among the more than 840 arrests made in the Gauteng province over the first weekend of lockdown alert level 2. The SAPS members were arrested and charged for driving under the influence of alcohol. Murder, attempted murder, rape and driving under the influence are some of the reasons behind the high number arrests. Gauteng police spokesperson Brigadier Mathapelo Peters says all suspects will be appearing in various courts from today.

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3:26

#PODCAST: US government contribute R5.9 million worth...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak producer Shanell Daniel - The relationship between the United States and South Africa continues to strengthen with developments of support for the South African government in fighting Covid-19. The U.S. government has delivered approximately R5.9 million worth of personal protective equipment to the South African National Department of Health. The equipment, delivered via C-130 military aircraft and consisting of masks, gloves, medical gowns, and sanitising supplies, has been sent to

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2:41

#PODCAST: Isipingo resident wins case against...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The Durban High Court has ordered that the Madrasah Taleemuddeen Islamic Institute's "call to prayer" DOES emanate beyond the boundaries of its property at Isipingo Beach, south of Durban. This after Chandra Ellaurie - a resident in the area, launched a legal application requesting the Madrasah's call to prayer be put to an end. In court documents, the resident says it invades his private space and deprives him of the enjoyment of his property. His house is

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#PODCAST: 23-year-old man dies after a violent...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - A 23-year-old man has died following an alleged altercation that took place in Phoenix, north of Durban this weekend. According to spokesperson for KZN VIP Medics - Gareth Naidoo - the victim sustained multiple stab wounds in a fight that broke out on Sunday morning. It is believed that the man managed to find his way home, before succumbing to his injuries...

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2:33

#PODCAST: Motorists concerned as the issue of...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - A number of rock-throwing incidents - along the N2, near Spaghetti Junction in Durban this weekend - has sparked fears that criminals may be using this tactic to rob helpless victims once again. On Saturday evening, Durban resident, Kate Levenstein was on her way home when she says a brick broke through the windscreen of her car. She says that while her husband continued to drive, there were other vehicles on the side of the road who seemed to have gone through a

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3:19

#PODCAST: After a successful 21-year journey in the...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - South African music has experienced an explosive evolution in the decades that followed the dawn of democracy. Since then, one of the central figures that helped grow genres like Kwaito, Hip-Hop and Afro Pop is Durban's very own music powerhouse "DJ Tira". The multi-award winning musician has led and navigated some of the iconic sounds and artists that people have come to love. Speaking to Newsbreak, DJ Tira explains his 21-year journey in the industry...

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3:07

#PODCAST: BIZ-HELP aim to address SA's COVID-19...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - With fears over a spike in COVID-19 cases - especially here in KwaZulu-Natal - many businesses have turned their attention to the procurement of PPE's, to help keep them afloat. But with corruption rampant and "fake" masks being sold unknowingly, a major problem could be brewing. This is the stance of Sugen Pillay, CEO of BIZ-HELP. Pillay's company have the infrastructure to create thousands PPE's per day and have urged the public to choose the right type of

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2:53

#PODCAST: Prof. Dilip Garach looks back at the...

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2020/08/24

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - From the sugarcane fields - where they once made money for their wealthy British employers - to now building empires of their own. What started with the indentured labourers all those years ago, has continued today, as Indian-origin South Africans continue to navigate the business world successfully. For this week's 1860 feature we speak to economist, Professor Dilip Garach...

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#PODCAST - #Newsbreak discusses the effect lockdown...

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2020/08/23

By Newsbreak Talk Presenter, Taresh HarreeparshadSociologist Dr. Sheetal Bhoola discusses the effect COVID-19 lockdown has had on women in society

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#PODCAST - #Newsbreak discusses the state of COVID-19...

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2020/08/23

By Newsbreak Talk Presenter, Taresh HarreeparshadDr. Anban Pillay, Deputy Director for health at the Department of Health discusses lockdown relation and the state of COVID-19

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3:10

#PODCAST - On #WorldSeniorCitizensDay, we face up to...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel VadiToday is World Senior Citizen's Day- with the focus firmly placed on appreciating the elderly. But this year the COVID-19 pandemic has placed in a precarious place. Senior Social Worker at the Aryan Benevolent Home in Chatsworth, south of Durban, Kogie Govender explains how challenging the pandemic has been for older persons

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3:06

#PODCAST - No #swimming allowed at #eThekwini #beaches

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi Swimming is still prohibited in eThekwini beaches. Spokesperson for the municipality, Msawakhe Mayisela, says under Level 2, residents can only use the beach for jogging, walking, yoga and other exercises on the sand. Mayisela says new protocols needs to be put into place for measures such as life-guard interactions. He says that while parks and gardens are also open to the public - strict protocols of social gatherings will be adhered too.

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2:48

#PODCAST - Celebrating the birthday of a legend: The...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad To mark Ahmed Kathrada's 91st birth anniversary today- the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation is calling for increased transparency on COVID-19 corruption. Kathrada, the struggle icon who spent 26 years in prison alongside Nelson Mandela, is remembered as icon of integrity and ethic by the Foundation. The day is marked with a lot of outreach and youth development. It culminates with a public online rally. Executive Director of the Foundation Neeshan Bolton explains

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#PODCAST - 3 #Durban men arrested for conspiracy to...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak's Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad Three men have been remanded in custody after they appeared at the Durban Magistrates Court on charges of conspiracy to commit murder. The charge relates to a murder and attempted murder case- in which two suspects were initially charged. The incident occured in July in Wentworth, south of Durban- where a 34-year-old man died in hospital and another was hospitalised with gunshot wounds. Police spokesperson says the three men who appeared yesterday will

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#PODCAST - 3 men appear in the #KwaDukuza Magistrates...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel VadiThree men, linked to a series of business robberies in Verulam, north of Durban are appearing at the KwaDukuza Magistrate's Court today. Police spokesperson, Colonel Thembeka Mbele says the arrest follows investigations in a joint operation between the eThekwini Outer North Crime Intelligence in conjunction with Verulam SAPS Detectives and the KwaDukuza Task Team. She says the suspects will be profiled to ascertain whether they are linked to other robberies

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3:38

#PODCAST: South Africa to benefit from millions of...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - US Ambassador Lana Marks joins Newsbreak to discuss the support to South Africa by the United States, in aiding efforts around COVID-19...

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#PODCAST: One of SA's largest cyber-attacks could...

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2020/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A leading cyber security specialist has warned businesses who have failed to upgrade their internet security software, to do so. CEO of Snode Technologies, Nithen Naidoo says South African companies should take cyber-attacks seriously, in the wake of the country's largest credit bureau being hacked this week. The hack has the potential to affect more than 24 million South African citizens. Naidoo has warned that cyber-crime is in on the rise in the country and

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