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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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1:27

#PODCAST: Sardine Fever to hit a bumpy ride amidst...

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2020/06/30

Will the rough tides dampen the sardine activity? Durban fishing expert and angling enthusiast, Adam Kamdar gives us an update on the silvery delicacies in our Newsbreak Sardine Fever Feature....

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2:00

#PODCAST: South African Weather Service warns of...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - The South African Weather Service (SAWS) have predicted unusual sea conditions from today - which could result in large powerful waves in between the smaller waves. At first glance the waves may not reveal anything unusual, but there's the hidden danger of sudden, larger waves that may break the pattern of the water. This means that fisher-folk, paddlers, boaters and surfers could be caught off guard by a wave that is more powerful than it seems. Senior

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1:23

#PODCAST: Another newborn baby found dumped in a...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - The community of Shallcross south of Durban are reeling with shock after a baby was found abandoned in the cold. Its believed that the baby is just a day old. NetCare 911 Paramedics Spokesperson, Shaun Herbst, says the baby has been rescued and is doing fine......

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2:54

#PODCAST: 29 computers have been stolen from the...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A shameless act of vandalism and theft has deprived the Phoenix community, north of Durban of a facility that offers computer education to underprivileged communities. This after 29 computers were stolen from the Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Computer Education and Information Technology (MAGIC-IT) at the Phoenix Settlement. It's believed the facility's security guard was overpowered and held at gunpoint by a group of suspects during the robbery. The facility,

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2:56

#PODCAST: Overport residents condemn the "fake news"...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The circulation of unconfirmed news on social media claiming that the Overport area, in central Durban, is a COVID-19 "hotspot", has been condemned. Reports allege that the area has been identified as an "infection danger-zone", however Mohammed Ismail of eThekwini Secure and Action Citizens Coalition says people need to stop circulating unconfirmed news and wait for authorities to ascertain whether or not the area is a risk. Ismail says while the claims cannot

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2:27

#PODCAST: UKZN secure an "advanced instrument" that...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The College of Health Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has secured an advanced instrument called the "ILEX Genehecker" to conduct rapid testing for COVID-19. The instrument was donated by humanitarian organisation, the Gift of the Givers, following a request made by UKZN researchers. Acting Dean of Research at the College of Health Sciences at UKZN, Professor Anil Chuturgoon, says the instrument will also contribute to and enhance the research

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2:38

#PODCAST: Calls intensify for government to intervene...

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2020/06/30

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Yesterday, taxi drivers blockaded the N2, near the Kwa-Mashu off-ramp in Durban, creating chaos and traffic back-logs on the highway. This as the industry disagreed with law enforcement over lockdown loading regulations. Many loaded 100% of their passenger capacity instead of the 70% allowed under "level three" regulations. Meanwhile, Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has urged the taxi industry to contain disruptions in the sector, saying they should not be

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1:38

#PODCAST Overport pharmacy re-opens after staffer...

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2020/06/29

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - The Sparkport Pharmacy in the vicinity of Overport in Durban has re-opened this morning after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. Director of the Sparkport Group - Solly Sulaiman says people collecting medication at any health facility should take extra precaution as it is known that these areas generally pose a higher risk. Sulaiman elaborates on the proactive steps in place to ensure the safety of all personnel at the health group's

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1:54

#PODCAST #Sardines netted on #Durban #Beachfront -...

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2020/06/29

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - Two small shoals of the silvery delicacies were netted at Durban's Snake Park Beach this morning. Local fisherman - Samad Hameed - who came to the Golden Mile to witness the excitement around the netting of the sardines, says several crates have been sold at very cheap prices, as the province enjoys a bumper fishing season......

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1:18

#PODCAST #Sardine shoals bring big game fish for...

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2020/06/29

by Hoosen Ebrahim - As the cold weather sets in, fishing has been nothing short of excellent for anglers around the southern coastline. This as the increased sardine activity braces the shores closer to Durban. This morning saw anglers netting massive shoals along Winkelspruit, south of the city. Durban fishing expert and angling enthusiast, Adam Kamdar has the latest...

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3:39

#PODCAST People resort to fake, irrational and...

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2020/06/29

The number of COVID-19 infections worldwide is expected to breach the 10 million mark this week, as scientists double efforts to develop a vaccine. Last week, South Africa began human trials of a vaccine to cure the coronavirus. But, fear and anxiety over the spread of the novel coronavirus, are driving people to search for their own "cures" - however fake, irrational and dangerous it may be. Rachel Vadi reports...

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3:21

#PODCAST: Motorists can expect a significant fuel...

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2020/06/29

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A massive fuel price increase is on the horizon. The Automobile Association (AA) is predicting a petrol price increase of R1.73 a litre, an increase in diesel by R1.74 a litre and illuminating paraffin by R2.14 come Wednesday, the 1st of July. The AA has been commenting on unaudited month-end fuel price data - released by the Central Energy Fund. AA spokesperson - Layton Beard says the poorest communities in the country will be hardest hit by the forecasted

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1:58

#PODCAST: Restaurants will open their doors to the...

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2020/06/29

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Close to three months after the COVID-19 lockdown began in South Africa, restaurants are to open their doors to the public for sit-in dining from today. However, under the new level three regulations, alcohol cannot be served and the Restaurant Association of South Africa wants government to explain why this is the case. Representing the Association, attorney Ashton Naidoo says they have written to the relevant ministries requesting a clear indication in this

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2:27

#PODCAST: Durban businessman Ebrahim Patel named the...

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2020/06/29

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Durban businessman - Ebrahim Patel has been appointed as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Indonesia in South Africa. The appointment has been conferred by the President's of Indonesia and South Africa. Patel says he is deeply humbled and grateful for the new appointment and will work hard in his new role to strengthen trade and relations between South Africa and Indonesia.......

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2:43

#PODCAST: A group of history buffs join hands to...

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2020/06/29

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A group of history buffs are undertaking a project that will profile the life and times of South Africa's most popular township - that being Chatsworth, south of Durban. The project, called "Mapping Chatsworth", will profile the suburb by telling the stories of the streets, people and popular places. Author and historian Kiru Naidoo says the project will the look at the history of Chatsworth - from the days of the "group areas act" to the multi-racial

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3:43

#PODCAST: Film industry in discussions with...

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2020/06/29

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Cinemas are not likely to open any time soon. That's according to Avalon Group CEO AB Moosa. Last week government announced that cinemas may operate with 50 people at a screening. But according to Moosa this is not a feasible operational capacity. He says the industry is negotiating with government to instead allow a 50% occupancy cap for cinemas - when they eventually start operating again...

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PODCAST: The Pretoria High Court has dismissed the...

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2020/06/27

The Fair Trade Independent Tobacco Association, FITA has expressed disappoinment about the High Court in Pretoria's dismissal of its legal challenge against government's current ban on the sale of tobacco products. A full bench of judges ruled that FITA's argument that cigarettes should be regarded as essential, because tobacco is addictive, has no merit.

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2:07

#PODCAST 63 KZN schools report 80 COVID19 cases - 28...

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2020/06/26

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - Sixty-three schools in KwaZulu-Natal have reported eighty positive Covid-19 cases - since schools reopened their doors three weeks ago under lockdown level 3. This is according to spokesperson for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Muzi Mahlambi. Following the intervention of the Department of Education, Mahlambi says 28 schools have reported recoveries and have resumed schooling.

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3:01

#PODCAST Historic 1980 School Boycott remembered...

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2020/06/26

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - The historical 1980 School Boycotts will be brought into conversation as former student leaders and activists who participated in the boycotts engage in a virtual meeting hosted by the 1860 Heritage Centre. Facilitator and veteran community activist, Siva Naidoo, says the dialogue is crucial to remember the struggle and pave a way forward in today's political climate. Naidoo says former student leaders and activists involved include Kumi Naidoo and Mo

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1:56

#PODCAST #Sardines bring big game fish to the shores...

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2020/06/26

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - And if you are wondering where the sardines will make a showing this weekend - local fishing expert, Adam Kamdar, says, you may never know. Many experts are saying that this year's sardine run has been the best in the last few years, and Kamdar says we can expect more successful nettings in the days to come.

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