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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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#PODCAST Bayhaven schools at Chatsworth remain closed...

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2020/06/15

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Some of the grade 7 and 12 classrooms that form part of the 11 schools in the Bayhaven area at Chatsworth south of Durban remain empty. This follows a call by the combined School Governing Bodies or SGB within the Bayhaven area, for all their schools to be shut down and only reopened after the COVID19 virus has reached it's peak and the case numbers start to drop. Spokesperson for the SGB - Brandon Pillay says alternative methods of learning have been put in

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2:39

#PODCAST Teacher's husband dies due to #coronavirus...

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2020/06/15

by SABC News Editor, Salma Patel - The husband of a teacher at the Apollo Secondary School at Chatsworth, south of Durban has passed away from coronavirus related complications. This has been confirmed by Community Leader and Member of the Provincial Legislature, Les Govender. Early last week Apollo Secondary closed its doors after the teacher tested positive for the coronavirus. Govender and other MPL's have been visiting and assessing schools at the start of the new term after lockdown on the 8th

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2:10

#PODCAST: ACM says Concourt ruling gives the country...

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2020/06/15

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Civil society organisations have welcomed the ruling by the Constitutional Court which found the electoral act "unconstitutional". The Active Citizens Movement applauds the ruling which in effect means that individuals can now stand for elections WITHOUT any affiliation to a party or organisation. In the electoral system, the people vote a party into power according to a democratic vote. The party, then chooses a leader and ultimately a President for the

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2:42

#PODCAST: Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput DEAD...

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2020/06/15

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput allegedly committed suicide at his home in Mumbai yesterday. The 34-year-old won acclaim for his role in the 2016 biopic of then Indian cricket captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. His death came as the coronavirus lockdown posed enormous challenges for India's entertainment industry. This report by Rana Sen is voiced by Newsbreak's Hoosen Ebrahim...

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3:19

#PODCAST: Our #1860 feature looks back at how classic...

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2020/06/15

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - In our 1860 commemoration this week, we tantalise your taste buds and take you on a journey of how Indian specialities like vadas and samoosas became household delicacies in the modern day. The origins of these uniquely South African street foods points to a cross-breeding formed by a combination of cultures, one of which includes Tamil indentured heritage. Local historian and Author of "Made in Chatsworth" - Kiru Naidoo explains how the so-called "women's

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3:14

#PODCAST: The annual #Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia...

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2020/06/15

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC) has announced that the annual pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia FOR South Africans is cancelled. Irshad Malek, founder and CEO of World of Travel and Chairman of the South African Muslim Travel Association (SAMTA) - says the decision was taken after discussions with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, The Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the South African Department of International Relations and

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2:58

#PODCAST: Edcon Holdings, owner of the failed retail...

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2020/06/15

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - From being the popular 25% discount clothing store to its most sought-after "red hanger sale" - an entire era of clothing, fashion and employment is expected to close its doors after 91-years. Edcon Holdings - owner of the failed retail brand Edgars - is seeking buyers for its chain stores and loyalty programme. The nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus was the final nail in the coffin for the retail giant that provided full-time and part-time

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3:12

#PODCAST COVID-19 scare at Verulam Magistrate Court

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - Parts of the Verulam Magistrate Court has been shut down after a police court orderly tested positive for the coronavirus. Department of Justice KwaZulu-Natal Acting Regional Head, Lawrence Shole says they were informed about the ordely's status after his temperature tested high on Tuesday. He has since been quarantined. Shole says the court house is currently being sanitised and they expect the court to be fully operational on Monday. Shole says for now the

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3:45

#PODCAST - The South African National Taxi Council...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Taxi prices are expected to increase by up to 25 per cent in July- but the South African National Taxi Council- SANTACO- says this is an annual increment and not imposed because of COVID-19 financial losses. SANTACO chief strategic manager, Bafana Magagula says they also look forward to advise from Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula on relief for taxi operators

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2:31

#PODCAST - SA Musicians against Covid19 breaks the...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - With more than 4 million views over the last three months - the SA Musicians against Covid19 Facebook page will be broadcasting their first international music collaboration online this weekend - which is a tribute to the works of the great poet and musicia, Swamy Thygaraja. The brain-child of husband and wife, Lexy Shunmoogam and Chitra Vogie Perumal, the SA musicians against Covid19 Facebook page began with the intention of filling the gap many felt as a result

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#PODCAST - Mmusi Maimane, speaks about the...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - There has been widespread support since the Constitutional Court ruling found that parts of the Electoral Act was unconstitutional. It paves the way for independent candidates to contest national and provincial elections. One South Africa Movement leader, Mmusi Maimane shares his thoughts...

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#PODCAST: SADAG to host a free Q&A session for...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The continued lockdown due to COVID19 has caused stress and frustration for many who may have lost their jobs or loved ones - while feeling as if they cannot cope. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) will host a free question and answer session with an occupational therapist this afternoon at 1pm. Operations Director - Cassey Chambers says they have been receiving several calls from overwhelmed citizens, saying the lockdown is having a

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4:18

#PODCAST: Concourt ruling will enable citizens to...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - The Constitutional Court has declared parts of the Electoral Act unconstitutional - meaning an independent candidate is allowed to contest for national and provincial elections without being a member of a political party. The case was brought by civil society organisation the "New Nation Movement" and others. They sought to have the Electoral Act declared unconstitutional as it did not make provision for individuals to be elected to the national and

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2:45

#PODCAST: Learners and teachers adjusting to the "new...

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2020/06/12

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says learners and teachers are adjusting well to the COVID-19 environment in schools since they re-opened on Monday. There were concerns over the department's readiness for the resumption of classes as the numbers of coronavirus infections escalate. Motshekga visited three schools in Midrand, north of Johannesburg yesterday to observe how they're doing and whether they're adhering to health and safety regulations under level 3 of the national lockdown. Wisani

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3:10

#PODCAST: Medical poll finds GP visits on the...

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2020/06/12

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - General practitioner visits are on the decline as patients are afraid that they might catch COVID-19 in waiting rooms. That's according to a medical poll conducted by Pharma Dynamics among GP's. It found that, among others, cardiology consultations dropped by 90%. Medical consultant Dr Anna-Marie Grebe says medical practices have had sufficient time to put mechanisms in place to stop the spread of COVID-19 in waiting rooms. She explains the added risk of

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1:44

PODCAST: Another Chatsworth school - Oceanview...

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2020/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Oceanview Primary at Chatsworth South of Durban has also closed its doors after a teacher tested positive for coronavirus. Apollo Secondary, Clairwood Secondary, Savannah Park Secondary and Deccan Road Primary were the other schools that shut their doors for deep-cleaning and sanitization. Staff and learners at Oceanview Primary are currently awaiting further advice from the Departments of Education and Health. Community Leader, Les Govender, says while the

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3:21

#PODCAST: KZN MEC for Transport, Bheki Ntuli...

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2020/06/11

By Newsbreak producer, Rachel Vadi - KwaZulu-Natal Department MEC for Transport, Community Safety and Bheki Ntuli says it is very worrying that within 10 days of the un-banning of the sale of alcohol during COVID-19 lockdown level 4 and 5, that there have been 63 fatalities and 5 crashes on KZN's roads. MEC Ntuli was reacting to a multi-car pile-up at Jozini in KwaZulu-Natal yesterday, which led to 8 deaths and scores of injuries. MEC Ntuli says he has been in discussion with Police Minister Bheki

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2:11

#PODCAST: Deccan Road Primary School in...

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2020/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Yet another school, had to close its doors to education, as a teacher tested positive for coronavirus in KwaZulu Natal. Deccan Road Primary School in Pietermaritzburg suspended lessons just two days after schools across South Africa re-opened amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Community activist and chairperson of the Pietermaritzburg Gandhi Memorial Committee, David Gengan says there has been quick response from the school

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3:26

#PODCAST: KZN Legislature to handover a report on the...

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2020/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Members of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature will compile a report to handover to the Department of Basic Education about how the resumption of schools are progressing. While many schools in the province are adjusting well after opening amid the COVID-19 pandemic - gaps have been identified in the system. These include provision of water and sanitation and how to allocate school furniture to ensure social distancing in classrooms. MPL - Les Govender continued

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3:44

#PODCAST: Gauteng MEC Jacob Mamabolo hopes to build a...

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2020/06/11

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Gauteng Public Transport and Roads Infrastructure MEC - Jacob Mamabolo says they have started a process with scholar transport operators to build a recognised relationship. He says they have registered about 5000 operators now to form a database of scholar transport operators...

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