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#PODCAST: Tax Justice South Africa warns that the...

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2020/03/30

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The 21 day nationwide lockdown may be in full swing, but the illicit trading of cigarettes, alcohol and other items are still going ahead in the shadows. Tax Justice South Africa's Yusuf Abramjee, says even though the crime rate throughout the country has come down since the lockdown began, the illicit trade will thrive during this time as people struggle to get certain items at the designated shops that are open. Abramjee is urging members of the public to

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#PODCAST: 37-year-old to appear in the Durban...

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2020/03/30

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A 37-year-old man will today appear in the Durban Magistrates Court on charges of murder. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson - Thembeka Mbhele says the case is alleged to be a domestic dispute that led to the man killing his partner...

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#PODCAST Eng+Zulu Ethekwini Metro says no services...

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2020/03/28

by SABC News Reporter, Vusi Makhosini - The EThekwini Metro has assured rate payers who could not pay their water, electricity and rates due to the 21 day lockdown that their services will NOT be cut off. For the next three weeks only essential services in the municipality will remain open. EThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda explains….

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2:04

#PODCAST: Police clamp down on citizens disregarding...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - One person has been arrested and another is facing charges of attempted murder after they did not isolate since testing positive for COVID-19. National police spokesperson Brigadier Vish Naidoo says police are investigating the matter. He says other individuals who do not isolate or quarantine while awaiting test results or test positive for COVID-19 will face the same charges of attempted murder.

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3:03

#PODCAST: Caring Sisters Network reaches out to...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - For poorer communities- lockdown usually means no work no pay and limited finances to stock up on groceries. The Caring Sisters Network distributed 1200 grocery hampers worth R300 each yesterday to poor communities in Durban. Chairperson Yasiera Mahomed Suliman explains why supporting the less fortunate is so crucial during lockdown...(For more information Whatsapp: 084 333 3979)

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#PODCAST: Durban residents react to Day 1 of national...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - There have been mixed reactions from residents in eThekwini - as drivers and passengers made their way to work today. While some found the transition during the lockdown smooth and helpful, others feel they were not adequately protected. Newsbreak's Rachel Vadi canvassed their views...

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#PODCAST: Joint Disaster Management Centre in Phoenix...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - The Phoenix Police and civil society have formed a joint Disaster Management Centre on DAY ONE of the LOCKDOWN for that community and surrounding areas south of Durban to provide support and essential services to residents. Similar centres are being planned for other areas countrywide. Moulana Mohammed Tariq who is heading the centre says people should not panic and MUST adhere to the lockdown and stay at home.....(Should you need assistance you can go to the

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3:48

#PODCAST: Western Cape residents disregard the...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Two women in the Western Cape have died in hospital from COVID-19 symptoms. The deceased, aged 28 and 48 passed away this morning. The 48 year-old woman's condition worsened while in ICU while the 28 year-old was admitted to hospital yesterday. Meanwhile, it's business as usual at Mitchells Plain in the Western Cape. SABC reporter - Abra Barbier has been canvassing the areas since this morning and says citizens are not heading the call of a national

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#PODCAST: National Police Spokesperson Vish Naidoo...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - The Health Ministry says the positive coronavirus cases now stands at 927. National Police Spokesperson, Brigadier Vish Naidoo says they believe the 21-day national lockdown will yield positive results in slowing the spread of the coronavirus. He says police, together with the army and other road traffic authorities are taking a strong stance in ensuring the lockdown is adhered to...

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1:57

#PODCAST: Pax Apartments in Pretoria opens the doors...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Phakiso Mataitsane of Pax Apartments in Pretoria has opened the doors to eight of his apartments in Midrand and Pretoria to house women who feel they cannot be locked down for 21 days with someone they claims is abusive to them. Mataitsane says he knows what it is like to live in an abusive family and wants to provide a safe haven for abused women...

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#PODCAST: Social Development Minister call on abused...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Vulnerable women and children who are at risk of abuse can turn to the Gender-Based Violence Command Centre for help during the 21-day national lockdown. With today being the start of the lockdown, Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu said some women and children are going to be confined during the 21 days with their abusers and should contact the command centre for help at any time. Zulu says they have many shelters around the country that will facilitate

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#PODCAST: Emergency personnel say they will "place...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Emergency personnel are an essential services that will be keep a watch on South Africans during this 21 day lock down. While many are saying they are ready to place their lives on the line to help curb spread the spread of COVID-19, they are asking South Africans to stay at home to help flatten the curve...

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#PODCAST: 400 doctors join forces to volunteer their...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - As the country goes into lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus - which has moved from transmission to travellers to internal infections - over 400 doctors have joined forces to volunteer their services through a helpline. Called "Doctors on Call" the phone lines are operational during weekdays from 8am to 5pm. One of the organisers of the helpline, Dr Anushka Coovadia, says government COVID19 helplines are being inundated with calls and in their

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#PODCAST: Retailers found guilty of price-hiking in...

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2020/03/27

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Retailers found guilty of price-hiking during the Covid-19 outbreak in South Africa could be fined ten per cent of their annual turn over. The National Consumer Commission is currently investigation eleven retailers and businesses for unjustified price increases due to the demand for goods ahead of the national lockdown. Director of Prosecutions at the Commission Joseph Selolo says consumers must report retailers or even local shops if they feel prices

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2:38

#PODCAST: Experts say panic buying will lead to...

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - Disease control organisation - Right To Care - says it is concerned about the close contact of hordes of shoppers at malls today. This as the national lockdown comes into effect from midnight. Dr. Thembi Xulu, the organisations executive director says this is uneccessary since government has given the assurance that essential supply services will remain open during the 21 days...

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3:23

#PODCAST: Flattening the curve - What can South...

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - China, where the coronavirus is said to have originated - is upbeat they are flattening the curve after a lockdown of almost two months. Last month China reported daily cases of 15,000 new infections. This has dropped to just over 20 cases daily. So much so that the Hubei Health Commission announced it would lift curbs on outgoing travellers. Wuhan, where the virus reared it's ugly head is expected to have travel restrictions lifted on April 8. So what

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#PODCAST: Malaysia's "Movement Control Orders" takes...

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - Many countries have implemented nationwide lockdowns or like in Malaysia, "Movement Control Orders". With the daily confirmed infections growing at an alarming rate, the Malaysian government implemented these their lockdown on the 18th of March. The order was supposed to last for 14 days, but the date has since been extended to 14th April. Kuala Lumpur resident, Jerry Lazaroo says the lockdown has taken a toll on his business and his emotions...

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#PODCAST: Children tell us their plans to stay busy...

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - Puzzles, gaming, studying or just sitting infront of the television. We speak to some teens and tweens about their plans during the 21 day lockdown.........

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#PODCAST: How to protect YOURSELF during the lockdown

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Fears are mounting as South African's raise more questions about the global pandemic - COVID-19. General Practitioner, Doctor Prithi Ramlachan discusses the do's and don'ts to keep yourself healthy and safe during the 21 day nationwide lockdown............

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#PODCAST: South African's rights during nationwide...

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2020/03/26

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - What rights do South African's have during the 21 day nationwide lockdown? Lawson Naidoo - executive secretary for the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution's (CASAC) explains.......

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