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#PODCAST India hangs four men convicted of notorious...

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2020/03/20

India has executed four men for a notorious gang rape and murder on a bus in the capital, Delhi in 2012. The attack led to an outpouring of anger from many women about widespread sexual harassment and violence, and prompted the government to tighten India's rape laws. The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan reports......

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#PODCAST Gatherings of more than 100 people will not...

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2020/03/20

Police Minister Bheki Cele has reiterated that gatherings of more than one hundred people will not be tolerated. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced this as one of the measures of the state of disaster declared to try and slow the spread of the coronavirus. Cele says claims - that those wishing to have larger gatherings can approach their local police stations for permission - are false…

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#PODCAST Retired military Dr Terrence Kommal says arm...

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2020/03/20

by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - As fears mount about the spread of COVID-19 worldwide, health-care professionals are urging citizens to arm themselves with the facts. Dr Terrence Kommal - a retired military captain - answers some of the most common Coronavirus related questions by first explaining how the virus can live outside its host..........

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#PODCAST #Coronavirus website DATA-FREE to all South...

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2020/03/20

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - Data-free access to the official Coronavirus website is available to all South Africans. This according to Gour Lentell, Ceo and Co-founder of biNu, a data-free platform. The website has been introduced by the Department of Health, with biNu working with government in providing the public with with everything that they need to know about the Coronavirus. Lentell says the website is available on any device and on all mobile networks free of charge. that website

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#PODCAST #Covid19 infections surge to 150, could jump...

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2020/03/20

Everybody is at risk of contracting Coronavirus, according to Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize. The minister engaged with members of South African Medical Association -SAMA- in Pretoria last night. This is as the number of Coronavirus infections increase exponentially and now stand at 150 confirmed cases in South Africa. Members of SAMA vowed to work together with Health Department in an effort to combat the scourge. Maluti Obuseng reports......

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#PODCAST #COVID19 testing costs in SA slammed for...

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2020/03/20

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Government needs to provide more affordable screening for the Coronavirus which continues to infect people. According to Newlands West Community Activist - Vishal Dooki - who expressed outrage over the price and process of being tested for the virus using the government's official hotline. Dooki says that the testing process costs around a thousand rand, raising concern around the affordability. He told Newsbreak that government has appointment only one

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#PODCAST: Indian government not amused by online...

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2020/03/19

A constant stream of on and offline humor was keeping home-bound Indians in good spirits even though Coronavirus infected 162 people across the nation. But the government seemed little amused by some of the wisecracks which took a dig at its efforts to calm the population with heavy doses of pep talk. Rana Senn reports from New Delhi.........

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#PODCAST: Mauritius closes boarders and bans flights...

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2020/03/19

The Indian Ocean Island of Mauritius has recorded its first three cases of COVID-19. The tiny island with a population of about one-point-two million people has managed to stay free of the coronavirus until this week. Since the confirmation, commercial flights are BANNED from landing in Mauritius. Salma Patel Reports......

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#PODCAST: Public, Private and Civil sectors join...

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2020/03/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - Public, private and civil partnerships could be the answer to curbing the spread of Coronavirus among vulnerable communities like rural and informal settlements. Head of Marketing at a local insurance company - Michelle Ashen says they will be distributing hand sanitisers and masks to vulnerable communities to help curb the spread of COVID-19............

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#PODCAST: Popular Durban casino limits number of...

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2020/03/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - Shopping malls, theatres and casinos are all implementing the strict protocols outlined in the government gazette to curb the spread of COVID19. A popular Durban Casino has also adopted strict hygiene control and limiting the numbers of people at the complex. Salma Patel reports that the statement released by the casino complex outlines the measures taken...........

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#PODCAST: Verulam Frail and Daycare Centre shorten...

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2020/03/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - Limiting social contact AND adopting strict hygiene protocals are just some of the ways that frail care centres and old age homes are protecting the elderly. Fathima Khan Harripersadh - the Manager at the Verulam Frail and Daycare centre, north of Durban says they have also shortened visiting times so as to curb the spread of the coronavirus.............

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#PODCAST: Events and lifestyle companies hard-hit by...

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2020/03/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - Entertainment events and lifestyle companies are the hardest hit by the restrictions put into place to curb the spread of COVID 19. Managing director of blue blood events - Osman Osman who is currently in Dubai, describes what the situation is like there...

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#PODCAST: We explore the process of Coronavirus...

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2020/03/19

By Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Travellers who have had their scheduled flights and accommodation abroad cancelled due to the fast spreading Coronavirus should be granted a full refund from operators. This is according to the Association Of Southern African Travel Agents (ASATA). They say that travel agents are obliged to refund bookings which have been cancelled by the airline. Chief Executive Officer at ASATA - Otto de Vries - explains the standard process associated with the Coronavirus

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#PODCAST #EXCLUSIVE SA Doctor treating citizens...

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2020/03/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - All South Africans who were evacuated from Wuhan in China have tested megative for the corona virus. They have now spent five nights at the Ranch in Polokwane, Limpopo. They have been repatriated from Wuhan - the epicentre of the coronavirus - as government issued a declaration of natural disaster to help prevent further spread of the disease. To get the latest on the condition of the people at the quarantined facility, Newsbreak spoke exclusively to

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#PODCAST #GreenScene Can your pet get the #coronavirus?

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2020/03/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The entire world is caught up in the devastating impact that the coronavirus is having on humans as the cases continue to flood in, but what about our beloved pets? Health officials in Hong Kong placed a dog under quarantine after hospitalizing its owner for COVID-19. Veterinarians confirmed that the coronavirus had infected the dog after taking nasal, oral and rectal swabs. However, the dog hasn't shown any outward signs of illness. Durban based Veterinarian,

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#PODCAST Swimming prohibited on Durban beaches,...

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2020/03/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim -The eThekwini Municipality has put tough measures in place to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID 19) in its public spaces and facilities. This follows the announcement of the National State of Disaster by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has issued a directive that restrictions must be imposed at several public facilities in the port city. Hoosen Ebrahim brings us the latest..

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#PODCAST TV Producer and director found dead body...

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2020/03/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - A partially burnt body, found in bushes near Cosmo City, north-west of Johannesburg on Sunday has been identified as that of missing Johannesburg TV producer and director, Muhammed Nagdee. 38-year-old Nagdee was reported missing on 24 February after he did not show up to work. Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee, says DNA tests positively identified Nagdee. He says three people including Nagdee's ex-wife have been charged for his murder.......

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#PODCAST SABRIC warns of #COVID19 phishing scams online

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2020/03/19

Panic-buying over the coronavirus pandemic has gripped the country and the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) has called on bank clients to be vigilant. They say that cybercriminals are exploiting the spread of Coronavirus for their own gain. Bogus emails offering products such as masks or vaccines lead to phishing websites which may prompt the user for personal information. We are now joined on the line by SABRIC Chief Executive Officer - Susan Potgieter ..

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#PODCAST Travellers should be granted a full refund...

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2020/03/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Travellers who have had their scheduled flights and accommodation abroad cancelled due to the fast spreading Coronavirus should be granted a full refund from operators. This is according to the Association Of Southern African Travel Agents (ASATA). They say that travel agents are obliged to refund bookings which have been cancelled by the airline. Chief Executive Officer at ASATA - Otto de Vries - explains the standard process associated with the Coronavirus

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#PODCAST: Seventeen-year-old pupil arrested for...

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2020/03/18

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - A 17-year-old pupil has been arrested for allegedly stabbing another pupil to death in Gauteng. It's believed the two pupils got into in argument which led to the fatal stabbing. On Tuesday, police launched a manhunt for the suspect. He was arrested this morning in Tembisa. Gauteng police spokesperson, Captain Kay Makhubela says the suspect has been charged with murder and is expected to appear in court soon.......

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