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3:27

#PODCAST SA Weather Service confirm scattered to...

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2024/01/17

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Scattered to widespread showers are expected today over most parts of KwaZulu-Natal, with forecasters warning that back-to-school today could be affected by possible flooding. SAWS forecaster Lehlohonolo Thobela says the storms that were experienced over the weekend were of a serious nature and are likely to continue as the summer season intensifies. The rain meanwhile is predicted to continue countrywide until at least the weekend. Thobela says with the

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3:26

#PODCAST Data breaches, ransom-ware attacks & ageing...

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2024/01/17

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Data breaches, increased ransomware attacks, rolling blackouts and ageing infrastructure top South Africa business risks for this year. That's according to the Allianz Risk Barometer for 2024. Allianz is a multi-national financial services company. The annual report lists business risks and threats to business globally. A lack of critical infrastructure has emerged as the number one risk for businesses in South Africa for the second consecutive year

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3:46

#PODCAST South Africa's ICJ action: Professor Saths...

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2024/01/16

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - To more coverage now on South Africa taking Israel to the world court - accusing them of committing genocide in Gaza. Professor Saths Cooper, Psychologist and President of the Pan African Psychology Union has been keeping a close eye on the case and recently published an opinion piece unpacking the events that unfolded in court. He wrote about the reasons behind South Africa taking a stand and why the United Nations should have done more to play the role of

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4:04

#PODCAST World Central Kitchen partner with "The...

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2024/01/16

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Nutrition experts are warning that the population on the Gaza Strip, especially children, are at an imminent risk of severe malnutrition. According to the World Food Program, even before the Israel-Hamas conflict, nearly 70 percent of Gazans were dependent on humanitarian assistance for food. UNICEF says about 90 per cent of children under the age of two are now subject to 'severe food poverty'. To urgently address what is being described as catastrophic

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3:42

#PODCAST Verulam Business Forum call for the area to...

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2024/01/16

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Several homes and businesses at Verulam north of Durban have been left without water and electricity following the past weekend's devastating floods. Verulam Business Forum Chairperson, Sagren Venkatas says some companies were still recovering from the April 2022 floods now have a mammoth task of rebuilding. He is calling for the area to be exempt from loadshedding while mop-up operations continue....

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3:10

#PODCAST Days until the start of the school year,...

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2024/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Learners have just two days left until schools reopen for the 2024 academic year, concerns related to teaching and learning preparedness have been raised. Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel, canvassed some of the views and opinions of parents in KwaZulu-Natal who say they're concerned that their children may not receive the education that they deserve and require for their future success...

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4:04

#PODCAST FEDSAS explain why government intervention...

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2024/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Dr Jaco Deacon, the CEO of the Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (FEDSAS), says year-on-year the education system in the country faces the same issues. He says government intervention is needed to resolve issues affecting schools, especially the challenges related to the functionality of schools...

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1:40

#PODCAST 20-year-old from Verulam arrested after...

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2024/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - A fit of rage resulted in the murder of a grandfather, believed to have been in his 70s - and the attempted murder of a father at Lotusville, in Verulam, north of Durban. KwaZulu-Natal police explained that an argument ensued between a 20-year-old suspect and family members while tending to floods on their property - during heavy rainfall on Saturday night. Provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, says the suspect was arrested for the murder

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3:52

#PODCAST NAPTOSA KZN call for quality and equal basic...

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2024/01/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - CEO of the National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa) KwaZulu-Natal, Thirona Moodley, says quality and equal basic education needs to be a priority not just in 2024 but in the years to come...

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4:04

#PODCAST Comedian Sagie Murugan ready to entertain...

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2024/01/12

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - In a stand-up city, filled with stand-up people, prepare to have your funny bone tickled, your laughter muscles stretched - and your sense of humour elevated to new heights as promoter "Blu Blood" presents the second edition of Stand Up Joburg. The night show features Ndumiso Lindi, Bash with Tash, Mark Banks, Sifiso Nene, Prev Reddy and Sagie Murugan. The event takes place on Saturday the 27th at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace in Johannesburg. One

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3:14

#PODCAST New initiative helps equip youth with the...

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2024/01/12

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - In an attempt to equip young individuals with the skills and the knowledge needed to become self-sufficient agri-food entrepreneurs, food rescue group SA Harvest launched what they call their "entrepreneurial incubator initiative". During the programme nine previously unemployed post-grad students embarked on a journey of mentorship, starting off at Lusikisiki to the Eastern Cape, culminating in Tzaneen, Limpopo. The training also helped them secure a National

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#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - 12 January 2024...

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2024/01/12

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Cast away with this week's Newsbreak Fishing Report, brought to you by KZN angler Sanjay Ramsarup...

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1:08

#PODCAST KZN Disaster Management warn people to avoid...

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2024/01/12

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The KwaZulu-Natal Disaster Management Centre is urging motorists and pedestrians to avoid attempting to cross swollen rivers and streams as this may result in disasters and loss of life. Following heavy rains that are still continuing in various parts of the province, most of the rivers and streams are overflowing and some bridges are already flooded. This includes the Tshelimnyama Bridge in Mariannhill in the west of Durban and uThukela River, which flows

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3:52

#PODCAST SA head to the International Court of...

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2024/01/11

South Africa is determined to see the end of what it terms genocide in Gaza. It has dragged Israel to the International Court of Justice for alleged violations of its obligations under the convention on the prevention and punishment of the crime of genocide in relation to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The case will be heard today and tomorrow when South Africa and Israel will present their arguments. Israel declared war against Gaza following the 7th October incursion led by Hamas. Ditaba Tsotetsi

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2:56

#PODCAST Conservation groups optimistic that more...

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2024/01/11

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Conservation and research group, 'Shark Spotters' are optimistic that more great white species are making their way back to South African shores. A few spotting's in the past weeks have been an encouraging sign after a significant decline in sightings over the past decade. CEO of Cape Town's Shark Spotters program, Sarah Waries says while it is extremely difficult to track and monitor the specie and their population, great whites have been moving away from the

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3:42

#PODCAST Author Shubnum Khan launches her new book...

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2024/01/11

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Author, Shubnum Khan, will be launching her new book titled - The Lost Love of Akbar Manzil - in Durban this month. The fictional book, which is set on the east coast of Durban, is a story of love and mystery, all twined into one young girl's search for belonging. Khan explains what inspired her to write the book...

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3:50

#PODCAST Employed Doctors Advocacy Forum say a lack...

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2024/01/11

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - A lack of government strategy is pushing skilled doctors to leave the country for better opportunities. That is according to the Employed Doctors Advocacy Forum at the South African Medical Association. A recent survey by the South African Medical Association Trade Union revealed that more than eight-hundred qualified doctors remain unemployed following the completion of their two years medical internship and one year of community service. Forum chairperson,

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3:25

#PODCAST Newly released nutritional publication...

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2024/01/10

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Durban-based nutritional expert Allan Wohrnitz has released a new* e-book focused on Ramadan wellness and how to ensure an optimal fast this year. Ramadan is a month of prayer, giving back and fasting - that is observed by muslims. Allan says he's research found that during the fast people often disregard healthier food options for quick, easy to prepare meals. He says this can lead to various health complications and bodily function difficulties, especially

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3:11

#PODCAST City of Cape Town discuss the success of its...

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2024/01/10

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The City of Cape Town (COCT) says it is exploring technological options to ensure the safety of children during busy periods of the year. This after the success of its Identikidz initiative at beaches in the city. Identikidz began in 2016 and involves equipping children with a waterproof wristband. The wristband has a unique number, which can be traced to details provided by a child's parent should they be separated. Since the start of the festive season more

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3:26

#PODCAST Ladysmith shop owners say the persistent...

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2024/01/10

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Business owners in Ladysmith say the persistent floods in the area is crippling way of living. Parts of Ladysmith was flooded again following heavy rains on Monday. This after floods claimed the lives of 25 people on Christmas Eve. The N11, running through the Ladysmith CBD, was closed yesterday while disaster management teams evacuated about one-hundred people from the area. Mthandeni Makhubo, owner of Makhubo's Funeral Services, situated on Lyell Street in

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