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#PODCAST COVID-19: South Africa ready to declare a...

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2020/03/16

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says they are investigating a further four more people who may be infected by the coronavirus in South Africa. Currently, 61 people have been infected by Covid-19 in the country. Mkhize is among 14 ministers who are briefing the media in Pretoria, on the details of government's interventions to curb the spread of the coronavirus. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced last night that all schools would be closed from Wednesday and

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#PODCAST Newsbreak #Indenture160 The arrival of...

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2020/03/16

This year marks the 160th commemoration of the arrival of Indian Indentured Labourers to South Africa. Every Monday Newsbreak will bring you special features during this momentous commemorative year..............

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2:34

#PODCAST Tourism and hospitality to take the biggest...

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2020/03/16

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Experts believe that the bold steps taken by President Ramaphosa declaring a National State of Disaster amid the coronavirus outbreak, would impact South Africa massively in the short term. Senior Lecturer at the School of Economics and Business Science at the Witwatersrand University in Johannesburg, Lumkile Mondi - says there could be 25% job losses in the tourism and hospitality sectors...............

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2:55

#PODCAST Islamic places of worship implement stricter...

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2020/03/16

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - Hygiene at places of worship, like mosques, has come under the spotlight amid government's plans to curb the spread of coronavirus in the country. Mohammad Farouk Soofie, trustee and Imaam of the Habibia Soofie Saheb Badsha Peer Darbaar at Riverside, Durban says local mosques have already implemented various measures, such as shorter Friday prayers - in wake of the deadly coronavirus.......

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2:32

#PODCAST TourismSA warns travel agents NOT to profit...

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2020/03/16

by Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - Tourism South Africa CEO Sisa Tshona supports a call to have airlines and travel agencies refund payments made for pre-planned trips. Many have been lamenting the pre-existing nature of travel- where cancelled trips or bookings are rarely refundable. This poses a major loss to travellers who have been forced to cancel trips for fear of Covid-19. Ntshona says the virus is an un-forseen phenomenon and South African tourism should not profit from the

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2:08

#PODCAST Policeman arrested for bribery in sting...

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2020/03/16

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - A police officer - who issues liquor licenses and second hand goods licences - will be appearing in the Durban Magistrates Court later this morning - after he attempted to bribe a man who had outstanding fines. According to police spokesperson, Brigadier Jay Naicker, the man approached the Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit - who set up an operation resulting in the officer's arrest. Detectives arrested the suspect during the staged exchange at a petrol station at

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2:10

#PODCAST Eight S Asian countries pool efforts to...

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2020/03/16

To news on the international front: EIGHT South Asian countries have decided to pool their efforts against Coronavirus which has infected fewer than 150 people in the impoverished region. India proposed setting up an emergency fund, offering 10 million dollars, to get it going as governments say they fear the global outbreak could unhinge their fragile economies. From New Delhi, Rana Sen reports.....

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#PODCAST: WHO study reveals one session of Hubbly...

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2020/03/13

One session of Hubbly Bubbly can be equivalent to smoking up to 200 cigarettes. This is according to a recent study by the World Health Organisation. The study found that water pipe and E-cigarrete smokers are actually at a higher risk of cancer, respiratory and heart diseases than cigarette smokers. Hubbly Bubblies, Vapes and Twisps have become a fashion statement in recent years, with particularly young people smoking them on a regular basis. Sashin Naidoo reports...

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#PODCAST: Planned water shutdowns for Pinetown and...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - A planned water shut down is expected to affect the Pinetown CBD, Ashley, Caversham Glen and Nazareth Water Supply System in Durban - this from 6pm on Saturday (14 March) until 10am on Sunday (15 March). EThekwini Municipality spokesperson, Msawakhe Mayisela, says the City, through its Water and Sanitation Unit, will be undertaking two tie-ins in the Pinetown area relating to the Go!Durban project. Mayisela explains...

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#PODCAST: India confirms first death as its...

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2020/03/13

India reported its first Coronavirus death while the number of those infected sharply rose to 74 overnight. The government further tightened travel rules and said it was geared to face a full-blown outbreak but scientists at national facilities testing patients for COVID-19 were clearly overwhelmed. Rana Sen reports .....

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1:39

#PODCAST: Coronavirus cases in South Africa rise to 24

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says the number of coronavorus cases in the country is likely to rise as more positive results are currently being verified by the National Institute of Communicable Diseases. The number of confirmed and verified COVID-19 infections in the country now stands at 24. Gauteng has four new cases with KwaZulu Natal and the Western Cape each registering two. They range between the ages of 21 and 79 years old. All new patients had

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2:13

#PODCAST: Security remains tight at quarantine site...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Security has been beefed up at the Ranch Hotel and Resort at Polokwane in Limpopo. The hotel and resort is the official quarantine area for 121 South African who are being repatriated from China by the SANDF. Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize outlined the travel process that's being taken today - to repatriate the South Africans from the Chinese city of Wuhan. They are being evacuated due to a fears of further outbreaks of the coronavirus from Wuhan, the

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#PODCAST: Police investigate drive-by shooting in...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating a double murder after a drive-by shooting claimed the lives of a 38-year-old man and 35-year-old woman at Alpine Drive, in Shallcross, south of Durban. The 38-year-old man has been identified as Devendren Lionel Pillay, the second eldest son of well-known alleged drug dealer - Yaganathan Pillay aka Teddy Mafia. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Colonel Thembeka Mbhele says the motive for the killing is unknown at this

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#PODCAST: With 16 confirmed #COVID19 cases in KZN,...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As the number of people infected with the coronavirus in KwaZulu-Natal continues to rise, two Durban schools have taken precautions while they await the results for pupils who may have contracted the virus. Orient Islamic school had issued letters to parents earlier this week saying that the learning facility had learnt that five pupils made contact with a pupil who had returned from Europe on Friday last week. The pupil was meant to be in class on Monday, but

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#PODCAST: Is #COVID19 stressing you out? Why not try...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The stresses of life together with the escalation of coronavirus fears in South Africa is talking a mental toll on many of us. In light of this, free meditation classes will be held tomorrow and Sunday in Durban. The classes will be facilitated by a Himalayan Swami who specialises in bringing out inner-peace to lead a more content and fruitful life. Programme organiser Pravesh Magan, explains how you can get involved...

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#PODCAST: Delhi chief minister @ArvindKejriwal...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak in India, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal announced that all movie theatres will remain shut till the end of this month. The Delhi government also declared the coronavirus an epidemic. Schools and colleges where exams are postponed will also remain shut in Delhi. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting attended by top government officials. Indian journalist Sam Daniels spoke to Newsbreak this morning - reacting

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#PODCAST: KZN's tourism sector say they are already...

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2020/03/13

The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Economic Development department says the province's tourism sector is already feeling the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak. There has been a slight decline in the number of people coming into the province. In SA there are now 16 confirmed cases of COVID-19 - and the province leads with eight people - who tested positive for the virus. Nonjabulo Mntungwa-Makamu reports...

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#PODCAST: People of Phoenix speak out as the news...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Meanwhile, during what was a heated meeting last night, community members shared their dissatisfaction related to the process prior to the digging up of the Rydalvale Sports Grounds. They claim no consultation was initiated by the Ward 49 councillor, the community or members of the ward committee...

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#PODCAST: Organisers scrap construction on the "Go...

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2020/03/13

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Construction of the "Go Durban" bus terminal at the Rydalvale Sports Grounds, in Phoenix, north of Durban, has been scrapped. This after disgruntled members of the community took action following the digging up of the ground in recent weeks, which they say took place without their knowledge. The announcement was made last night during a meeting at the grounds, attended by members of the community, eThekwini Go Durban officials and the Ward 49 councillor, Tino

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#PODCAST: India suspends visas in attempt to contain...

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2020/03/12

India has suspended all visas barring a few exceptions for a month and enforced emergency laws as the number of Coronavirus infections touched 60. It also froze visa-free travel by people of Indian origin living abroad until April 15th and said more steps could be announced to tackle the outbreak which has hit 124 countries. SABC South Asian Correspondent - Rana Senn with this report........

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