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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: @TheSADAG warn that our lockdown could have...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Mental health experts warn that the COVID-19 pandemic and the national lockdown could have a negative impact on people's mental health and well-being. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) says they have received several calls and messages from anxious citizens. There are concerns about a possible extension of the lockdown and the impact it will have on jobs and finances. SADAG's operations director, Cassey Chambers says with just over a week

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#PODCAST: Local musician Oliver Milne shares the...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Up and coming musician Oliver Milne has come to the rescue of fans wanting fresh entertainment with the release of his brand new single "I'll Be Okay". Inspired by the likes of Lauv and The Chainsmokers, "I'll Be Okay" is a touching ballad that comes at a time when South Africa is in dire need of some hope. With lockdown regulations hitting musicians where it hurts the most, this young artist is now using this time to pen songs and broaden his musical horizons

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#PODCAST: UKZN Head of Dietetics explains why binging...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - For most people, stress is a daily phenomenon. Add COVID-19 to the mix and stress levels can sky rocket. Being mindful of how you cope with stress during the uncertain times that lie ahead is a positive step in the right direction. That's according to Professor Suna Kassier, Head of Dietetics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. In this week's Medical Monitor, Prof. Kassier explains why binging on junk is not the way to deal with stress during the

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#PODCAST: The Centre for the Rehabilitation of...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - There has been a noticeable increase in attacks against monkeys during the nationwide lockdown. That is according to non-profit organisation, Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife or CROW. The centre, which remains fully operational during the lockdown, has seen 27 monkey's admitted after being shot with pellet guns. CROW's Operations Director, Clint Halkett-Siddall says this partly due to false information being circulated that monkeys can carry and

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#PODCAST: The Chatsworth man recently diagnosed with...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A Chatsworth man who was diagnosed with COVID-19 is doing well at the Greys Hospital in Pietermaritzburg. That's according to ward 71 councillor, Previn Vedan. He says the family are also doing well under self-isolation, while they wait for results. Meanwhile, there's been several fake news messages being spread on social media stating that the man in question had passed away. Councillor Vedan says people need to stop sharing unverified information because they

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#PODCAST: Researchers excited by "historic" finding...

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2020/04/07

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Following the historic discovery of a Homo Erectus specimen on South African soil, palaeontologists are excited about what else could be unearthed in the future. That's according to Dr. Dipuo Kgotleng, Director of the Palaeo-Research Institute at the University of Johannesburg. Researchers made the stunning discovery at the Cradle of Humankind, northwest of Johannesburg. The two-million-year-old fossil of homo erectus - which is first of our ancestors to be

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#PODCAST: Community activist urges Chatsworth...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Community activist Visvin Reddy says it's critical that members of the community support each other during trying times. This after a man tested postive for COVID-19 in Chatsworth, south of Durban. Following the news of the positive case, the community took to social media sharing images of the patients home and personal information. Reddy says the community should refrain from stigmatising and ostracising the man and his family........

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#PODCAST: COVID-19 case in Chatsworth sends residents...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - A COVID-19 case in the suburb of Chatsworth, south of Durban has left residents in fear of local transmissions. Social media has been abuzz since the case came to light over the weekend, with various images and messages regarding the patient's identity going viral. The patient tested positive on Sunday and was subsequently moved to Greys hospital in Pietermaritzburg. Chatsworth CPF chairperson Jakes Singh says community members need to abide by the lockdown

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2:55

#PODCAST: As people struggle with withdrawal...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Health experts have slammed government's measures of banning alcohol and cigarette sales during the country's first 21 day lockdown in history. They say that the blanket prohibition on the sale of alcohol and cigarettes during the lockdown has raised serious concerns among mental health professionals on how people will cope with withdrawal symptoms especially without support. Durban-based Psychiatrist, Dr. Hemant Nowbath explains the need for government to

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#PODCAST: Thousands of Muslims globally wait in...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - With many of the 208 countries affected by COVID-19 barring local and international flights and also on national lockdown - thousands of Muslims around the world are holding their breath as they wait for news from the Saudi Arabian Ministry regarding this years Hajj pilgrimage. President of the South African Hajj & Umrah Council (SAHUC), Shaheen Essop, says it is not unprecedented for Hajj to be deferred. However, he says there are other issues to take into

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#PODCAST: Fears that criminals will use government's...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - South Africans are concerned about health workers who will be deployed to do home testing for COVID-19. Home-owners fear that criminals will also use this as an opportunity to scam their way into homes. This follows the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa that key provinces and hotspots will be prioritised as the government ramps up its fight against the virus. More than 10,000 health workers will be deployed by the government to do screening and testing

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#PODCAST: Despite pleas from government and the...

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2020/04/06

Communities continue to disobey COVID-19 lockdown regulations. From taxi drivers trying to stop essential services workers going to work, to motorists being on the road despite not having the necessary documents proving they are performing an essential service. Some communities have even bizarrely taken the initiative of enforcing the lockdown regulations themselves. Tshepo Phagane reports...

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#PODCAST: Curator of 1860 Heritage Centre speaks...

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2020/04/06

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Events of historical significance may not always seem important to the everyday man. Leading up to this year's commemoration of the the arrival of the 1860 Indian Indentured Labourer, Newsbreak's Rachel Vadi canvasses the views of historians, researchers and academics - asking them the significance around 16th November 1860 - the day people of Indian origins first arrived in South Africa. Over the next few weeks on Newsbreak they will share their thoughts. Today

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#PODCAST: Newsbreak Talk moves to a new timeslot!

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2020/04/03

Newsbreak Talk moves to a new time slot every weekend. From now on, join us every Saturday and Sunday at 12 mid day until 1pm as we continue to place your issues on the national agenda.

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#PODCAST: South African stuck in Egypt pleads with...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - A South African stuck in Egypt is pleading with government to assist him in getting back home. Clive Pillay, left South Africa on the 9th of March for the African Gymnastics Championship and was meant to return on the 20th of March. However, that has not yet happened due to restriction of movement in both countries. Pillay, who is currently stuck in Cairo, explains what his experience has been like.......Newsbreak contacted the Department of International

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#PODCAST: The shackles tighten for abused women as...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - There has been a stark increase of between 20 to 60 percent in gender-based violence cases in country's that are under lockdown due to the Coronavirus. This is according to Gender Academic Specialist, Doctor Aradhana Mansingh. She says with alcohol consumption and gambling not allowed during the various lockdown's, the rate of abuse is soaring in households. Dr Mansingh explains...

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#PODCAST: Durban Solid Waste (DSW) respond to...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Head of Durban Solid Waste (DSW) Raymond Rampersad, says a Coronavirus scare within the department caused refuse collection to come to a halt during parts of the week, however everything is back to normal and collection is being made with urgency. He further refuted the claims of employees NOT making regular refuse collection in parts of Chatsworth and surrounds for several weeks, attributing the interruption to services due to operation vehicles breaking

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#PODCAST: Irate Chatsworth residents claim that...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Irate residents of Woodhurst, in Chatsworth, south of Durban, claim that refuse removal in the area has been backlogged for far too long, including during the 21 day national lockdown. Concerned resident Suren Ganapathie, says the area has been facing refuse collection issues from long before the lockdown period, claiming that the City's Durban Solid Waste employees do not regularly do their rounds in the area. Meanwhile, Ward 70 councillor, Tony Govender,

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#PODCAST: "Virtual education" slowly becoming the...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual education has become the go-to for the millions of students staying at home. However, not all students are able to afford embracing online education due to costly data packages and no access to electronic devices. Durban academic, Cymbeline Harilal says the lockdown leaves South Africa's education system facing many challenges...

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#PODCAST: General practitioner Dr. Kats adds her...

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2020/04/03

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - There is a fear that health-care professionals will face a shortage of medical masks as the fight against COVID-19 intensifies. In order to address that, a group of individuals have joined the #Mask4All initiative to help source masks for all South Africans. #Masks4All is an international social media movement which encourages anyone and everyone to cover their mouth and nose when out in public. General practitioner - Dr Naseeba Kathrada, who is involved in

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