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Award-winning Current Affairs and news talk show bringing you topical news issues of the week. Relevant to Lotus FM - we cover issues YOU want - beating deadlines, making headlines. 6-7am, 1-1:30pm weekdays and weekends from 1-2pm.

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#PODCAST: R2,000 bail granted to senior police...

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2019/10/23

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Bail of R2,000 has been granted to a senior police officer who has been charged with attempted murder. This after he allegedly shot his wife during a domestic violence dispute on Saturday night, in Phoenix, north of Durban. It is believed that the highly decorated police officer is a brigadier in the KwaZulu-Natal Protection and Security Services Unit. National Police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Brenda Muridili, says investigations into the attempted murder

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1:47

#PODCAST: GRANTLEIGH ART CONTROVERSY - cartoonist...

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2019/10/23

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - South African based political cartoonist and social commentator Dr. Nanda Soobben says art and religion have co-existed over time - but - sometimes the relationship is controversial. He says that while the learners may have reflected their thoughts at that point in time, there is a need to explore the reason behind the artwork...

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#PODCAST: Video footage shows Mohammed Ebrahim with...

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2019/10/23

The Durban High Court has seen video footage of 44-year-old Mohammed Ebrahim entering and leaving a fast food outlet in Overport, Durban, the day nine-year-old Miguel Louw went missing. Ebrahim faces charges of theft, kidnapping and murder in relation to the disappearance and subsequent murder of the boy in July last year. Prabashini Moodley reports...

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2:43

#PODCAST: Four brave women attempt the mammoth task...

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2019/10/23

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - A group of four South African women will next year attempt a mammoth task as they take on Earth's highest mountain - Mt. Everest. Located on the border between Tibet and Nepal at the Himalayas in Asia, thousands have made the summit - while others haven't been as lucky. In total there has been over 300 deaths of people trying to summit the legendary mountain - with 11 of those deaths coming in 2019. The four mountaineers gearing up for their 2020 challenge are

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1:09

#PODCAST: KZN police investigate the murder of Mbuso...

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2019/10/22

By Newsbreak Producer Bongani Gema - KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating the murder of 31-year-old Mbuso Mgobhozi, who was found beaten and hacked to death in Verulam, north of Durban. Prem Balram - spokesperson for private security company, Reaction Unit South Africa, says the Mgobhozi's body was found at Canelands informal settlement. It's believed he was killed by the locals who accused him of being responsible for the murder of two brothers in the area. Balram says the Mgobhozi's face had

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1:22

#PODCAST: Durban Magistrate's Court RELEASE a woman...

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2019/10/22

The Durban Magistrate's Court has released a 31-year-old woman arrested on Thursday in connection with the murder of 51-year-old Dr Melvin Naidu at a plush hotel a Umhlanga, north of Durban. The suspect who cannot be named after the decision was taken not to prosecute her, was meant to make a first appearance in the Court for Naidu's murder. According to Attorney Ravindra Maniklall, representations had been made to the chief prosecutor who then agreed that there was not enough evidence to

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1:52

#PODCAST: Over 100 crates of #sardines netted on...

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2019/10/22

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - It may be an after fasting gift from Mother Nature herself or just good ocean conditions, nevertheless, get your frying pans out and prepare your favourite batter because sardines have been netted in Durban. Over 100 crates have been netted yesterday morning at Addington Beach and rest assured they will be coming to a bus stop near you. Durban based netter Jace Govender explains how the silvery delicacy graced our shores with this unusual appearance...

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2:41

#PODCAST: Durban-based vet urges pet owners to learn...

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2019/10/22

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The soaring temperatures experienced in South Africa currently can cause your furry friend to experience life-threatening symptoms. With the heatwave set to continue, pet owners are being urged to learn the tricks of keeping your pet cool when it gets hot. A big danger for pets is heatstroke, which can be fatal. Signs of a heatstroke include glazed eyes, rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing or heavy panting, excessive thirst, lack of coordination, increased

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3:38

#PODCAST: Analysis: Herman Mashaba's resignation from...

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2019/10/22

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The resignation of Herman Mashaba as the Mayor of Johannesburg and member of the Democratic Alliance will setback the opposition party from forging a greater power base in the Gauteng region. That's according to political analyst, Daniel Silke. Mashaba announced his resignation yesterday during a media briefing in Johannesburg. He will cease serving as Mayor from the 27th of November. This closely follows the election of Helen Zille as the party's Federal

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2:16

#PODCAST: South Africa's current heatwave is set to...

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2019/10/22

By Newsbreak Producers Bongani Gema and Taliesha Naidoo - The heatwave experienced across the country over the past weekend is expected to persist, especially in KwaZulu-Natal. The South African Weather Services says temperatures are expected soar to the mid-thirties by tomorrow (Wednesday). Weather forecaster, Julius Mahlangu says the public should remain hydrated and indoors, if possible, during these scorching temperatures...

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#PODCAST: Political analyst says Herman Mashaba's...

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2019/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Herman Mashaba has announced his resignation as the Mayor of Johannesburg - and as a member of the Democratic Alliance. It follows the election of Helen Zille as the party's Federal Council Chairperson yesterday. Mashaba has previously indicated that he would call it quits, should - what he calls - the 'right wing aligned DA faction' win. He took office as the Johannesburg Mayor in 2016. Speaking during a media briefing in Johannesburg, Mashaba says he is

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1:26

#PODCAST: Tow truck driver, Thavendren Naicker,...

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2019/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - A tow truck driver has been gunned down in a drive-by shooting at Phoenix north of Durban last night. Thavendren Naicker is alleged to have been in a witness protection programme since last year. Spokesperson for local security company Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) says police are still on the hunt for the suspects. Balram added that such incidents are a frequent occurrence in the area...

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2:36

#PODCAST: Helen Zille defeats three senior party...

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2019/10/21

Helen Zille has once again defeated Athol Trollip, and two other senior DA members, in the party's Federal Council Chair vote. Zille takes over from James Selfe who served for 19 years in the position that's said to come with an incredible amount of power and influence. Speaking to the media shortly after the announcement at the party's headquarters yesterday, Zille vowed to stay in her lane and assume the background role to support party leader - Mmusi Maimane. Nomalizo Mandela reports...

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2:57

#PODCAST: We discuss the selfless efforts made by a...

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2019/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - This year marks the 102nd year commemoration of the bravery of six seine-netters who saved 176 people from drowning during the Umgeni River flood. The devastating flood claimed the lives of more than 400 market gardeners in 1917 from the then Springfield Flats in Durban. The death toll would have been much higher were it not for the six men who are now infamously known as the "Padavatan Six". Soma Gengen is the granddaughter of Gengan Padavatan. She says she is

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#PODCAST: India roll out emergency measures in Delhi,...

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2019/10/21

India was rolling out emergency measures in the world's most polluted capital city where air quality has plummeted to dangerous levels ahead of Diwali. A crackdown is also on to stamp out the sale of fireworks as a blanket of toxic fumes engulfs Delhi after the annual festival of lights. Rana Senn reports...

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#PODCAST: At least eight cases of dog poisoning...

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2019/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Investigations are underway after eight cases of dog poisoning were reported at the Lower South Coast SPCA, in KwaZulu-Natal. Inspector at the animal protection organisation - Werner Galjaard, says criminals feed poisoned items to dogs as part of their criminal operations. Galjaard says these cases are being investigated and urges dog-owners to be extra vigilant with their pets..

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#PODCAST: Police launch manhunt for the suspects...

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2019/10/21

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - A manhunt is underway for the suspects responsible for killing two brothers at Canelands, in Verulam, north of Durban. Prem Balram -spokesperson for local security company - Reaction Unit South Africa, says the two bodies were found during the early parts of yesterday morning with multiple gunshot wounds after an alleged bar brawl at a tavern in the area. Balram says the motive for the killings is unknown at this stage...

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#PODCAST: A shocking EIGHTEEN people killed in...

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2019/10/21

Eighteen people have been killed in separate road accidents in in 24 hours in KwaZulu-Natal in what was a bloody weekend on the province's roads. The provincial Department of Transport has launched investigations into the crashes. Ironically the department also arranged a prayer meeting to highlight road fatalities in Eshowe at the weekend. Fanele Mhlongo reports...

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#PODCAST: Royal Diwali celebration aims to promote...

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2019/10/18

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - A colourful affair promoting social cohesion is expected this weekend as the Diwali celebrations at the Ondini Royal Palace in Ulundi, northern KwaZulu-Natal, gets underway. The much-anticipated event hosted by His Majesty King Goodwill Zwelithini together with the Sivananda World Peace Foundation will see community representatives from across the country attending. President of the Sivananda World Peace Foundation, Ishwar Ramlutchman Mabheka Zulu, says the

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1:53

#PODCAST: Social media has their say on #NinowSentencing

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2019/10/18

By Newsbreak Producer, Magashini Mottian - Social media users have raised many questions about child abuse following the life sentence meted out to child rapist Nicholas Ninow in the Pretoria High Court. The 21-year old recieved two additional five year jail terms for possession of drugs and defeating the ends of justice. Ninow raped a seven-year-old girl at a Dros restaurant in Pretoria last year. In welcoming the decison- social media users also expressed sadness that the plight of other children

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