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SABC News and Current Affairs

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#PODCAST #NationalDisasterDeclaration what it means...

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2020/03/18

The Coronavirus pandemic has dealt yet another blow for the South African economy. While government are all hands on deck in applying several measures to curb the virus, President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged the potentially severe and lasting impact it will have on employment, production and tourism. To further discuss this, we are joined on the line by economist, Professor Dilip Garach ...............

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2:05

#PODCAST Comrades Marathon Association says the race...

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - The Comrades Marathon Association says at this stage a decision to postpone the 2020 Comrades Marathon is still PREMATURE - considering that it is set to take place on June 14th. CMA Chairperson, Cheryl Winn, says they will continue to monitor the situation and will make a decision by April 17th - on whether to postpone Comrades 2020 to a date later in the year...

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#PODCAST UNISA suspends graduations but encourages...

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - All graduation ceremonies at the University of South Africa have been suspended until further notice. This follows the announcement made by President Cyril Ramaphosa - related to public gatherings being limited to 100 people due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Students are being strongly advised to study from home and are encouraged to submit their assignments online. Unisa spokesperson, Martin Ramotshela, says the university has also established a high-level

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1:13

#PODCAST #Newsbreak #Covid_19Dashboard

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - a quick look at the statistics of infections, deaths, recoveries and re-infections as recorded per country by the World Health Organisation.

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2:44

#PODCAST Religious organisations cancel or postpone...

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Religious organisations across the country have been cancelling and postponing events, prayers and congregations amid the coronavirus pandemic. Several temples in South Africa have issued statements to the public relaying the protocol they are taking in light of President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa prohibiting gatherings exceeding 100 people in an effort to curb the spread of the virus. The Shri Mariammen Temple Society at Mt Edgecombe north of Durban is one of

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#PODCAST MSC stops all South African cruises amid...

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2020/03/18

Holidaymakers who are yet to board an MSC cruise liner for this year, will have to put their travel plans on hold. MSC Cruises has stopped all its remaining South African cruise departures for the 2019/2020 cruise season due to the impact of the coronavirus. The last cruise departed on March the 16th and will return on Friday. Minoshni Pillay reports ...

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2:15

#PODCAST Durban pet owners warned of ransom scam

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - People who place missing pet notices on social media have been cautioned over a new scam, currently doing the rounds in Durban. The owners are then contacted by a scam artist via WhatsApp who threatens to kill their pets if they do not send him money. The suspect claims that he is in possession of the animal and will kill or harm the pet if payment is not made into their account. Talking to Newsbreak exclusively, 48 year old Michelle Coetzee from Queensburgh,

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2:58

#PODCAST Govt to fine people who go ahead with large...

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Newsbreak has received several messages querying the limit to 100 people for a public gathering as declared by President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa in reponse to curbing the spread of the corona virus. So, what does the law say? To tell us more we are joined on the line by Legal expert, and human rights lawyer, Saber Ahmed Jazbhay

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2:17

#PODCAST #TECHNOTOUCH Hashtag Coronavirus breaks...

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2020/03/18

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo -Fake COVID-19 news, updates and videos of shoppers emptying the face mask and hand sanitiser aisles at shops is flooding social media. Hashtag- coronavirus has been in the top three trending topics across twitter and other online platforms for the last few weeks and has caused a significant amount of panic amongst the various communities. Director of Acumen media, a social media analyst company, Tonya Khoury says that in true South African style, people always

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2:16

#PODCAST: Religious organisation says cleanliness is...

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2020/03/17

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - Encouraging prayer at home and shortening the duration of services are some of the measures being taken by the United Ulama Council of South Africa to curb the spread of the Coronavirus. This is in-line with the announcement made by President Cyril Ramaphosa - related to public gatherings being limited to 100 people due to the Coronavirus outbreak. President of the UUCSA, Shaykh Ihsaan Taliep, says the practice of good hygiene at places of worship is being

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3:08

#PODCAST: India tightens its lockdown and increase...

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2020/03/17

India has ramped up efforts to control the spread of coronavirus and tightened a lockdown as the number of cases rose to about 125. The Taj Mahal was closed and Mumbai ordered offices to keep half of workers at home as the police warned against gatherings and restricted lavish Indian weddings. Rana Sen reports from New Delhi...

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2:48

#PODCAST: South Africans urged to be vigilant as...

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2020/03/17

Home owners have been advised to be extra vigilant. This follows reports of criminals who try to access residential homes and claim to be government officials and medical practitioners, who are doing Covid-19 home testing. Once they gain entry, the impersonators rob unsuspecting victims, mostly of cellphones. On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a National State of Disaster, as 62 cases of the Coronavirus have since been confirmed in the country. Sashin Naidoo reports...

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#PODCAST The Chatsworth Taxi Association takes the...

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2020/03/17

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel -The Chatsworth taxi association has implemented its own measures in tackling and preventing the spread of the Coronavirus. The association says that operators are providing free hand sanitisation to all commuters entering taxis. The association's Secretary - Leon Loganathan - told Newsbreak that they've taken the fight against COVID19 into their own hands. .......

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#PODCAST Humanitarian aid organisation - Gift of the...

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2020/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - Humanitarian organisation, Gift of the Givers, has come on board in aid of health facilities dealing with the Coronavirus throughout the country. With funding of five-million-rand, intervention includes providing protective equipment for high risk medical personnel who are on the frontline dealing with the virus, as well as general medical supplies required for the management process. Founder of Gift of the Givers, Doctor Imtiaz Sooliman, says public

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2:56

#PODCAST DA Fed Ex postpones policy conference due to...

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2020/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Executive has resolved to postpone its policy conference due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The conference was scheduled to take place on the 4th and 5th of April before the Federal Congress which was due to take place on 30th and 31st May. The Federal Congress is where a new leadership of the party is elected. DA National spokesperson - Solly Malatsi says there is a possibility that the Federal Congress will also be postponed

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1:29

#PODCAST Children most susceptible to spread of...

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2020/03/17

by Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - Children are most susceptible to the spread of any infectious virus. This is according to an expert who works with children in the health sector. Child rights activist - Karen Pillay says its important for adults not to scare young children with masks and gloves when educating or dealing with COVID-19 info sharing. She says the smaller the child, the more care should be taken when stressing the importance of hygiene.........

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#PODCAST Breathalysers will not be used at roadblocks...

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2020/03/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Police around the country have issued a stern warning to motorists who continue to risk drinking and driving. This follows an announcement made by law enforcement to stop the use of breathalysers at roadblocks due to fears of the coronavirus spreading. Metro police spokesperson - Parbhoo Sewpersad - explains the strong approach and monitoring by law enforcement as the Easter period approaches...

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#PODCAST: Grade 3 pupil run over and killed by a bus...

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2020/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - A Grade 3 learner has been killed after he was run over by bus on his way to school at Redcliff, in Verulam, north of Durban. It's alleged that the 9-year-old learner - of Redcliff Primary School - was crossing the road when a bus, which was being reversed on the oncoming lane, ran over him. Spokesperson for local security company, Reaction Unit South Africa, Prem Balram, says the incident has left other learners who witnessed the incident traumatised...

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2:58

#PODCAST: UKZN suspends academic programme and...

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2020/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - The University of KwaZulu-Natal's academic programme is suspended with immediate effect. This is according to UKZN's Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Nana Poku. In a statement, the university confirmed that the suspension includes all tests. Adding that management has resolved to work with Senate, which is accountable to the Council for all the teaching, learning, research and academic functions of the University, to ensure that all lectures are

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#PODCAST: KZN Health to allocate at least one...

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2020/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The KwaZulu-Natal Health Department says it intends to allocate at least one healthcare facility per district that will be dedicated to treating positive coronavirus patients. Health MEC - Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu - says more facilities have now been added to the initial list four hospitals. She says the widespread availability of services is intended to limit the movement of people who need isolation and care.Simelane- Zulu has been answering questions from

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