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SABC News and Current Affairs

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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3:05

#PODCAST: More fallout from #Kashmir as Indian Prime...

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2019/08/06

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's right wing Hindu government has broken up Kashmir in two and stripped the state of its special status. The steps came as thousands including tourists fled the region, while local leaders were arrested and troops flooded the disputed territory. Our South Asian correspondent Rana Senn reports...

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2:48

#PODCAST: Embattled eThekwini Mayor #ZandileGumede...

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2019/08/06

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal has failed to take a decision about the fate of eThekwini Mayor - Zandile Gumede. The party held a provincial executive committee meeting to discuss the outcome of the report which looked at whether Gumede should continue as mayor or not. The embattled mayor has been on leave for the past two months on instruction by the party. This follows her arrest on fraud and corruption charges linked to a waste removal tender. She is out on a

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3:10

#PODCAST: As #WorldBreastfeedingWeek concludes, we...

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2019/08/06

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Becoming the parent of a new baby is both a life-altering gift and an immense responsibility. This week, countries around the world are celebrating World Breastfeeding Week. The theme for this year is "Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding." The week, which ends tomorrow, is meant to raise awareness about breastfeeding and just how important it is for the mother and the baby. Specialist Paediatrician in Durban - Dr Melissa Chettiar says breastfeeding is an

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1:48

#PODCAST: India revokes Kashmir's special status

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2019/08/05

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - India has revoked the special status of Kashmir in a bid to fully integrate its only Muslim-majority region with the rest of the country, the most far-reaching political move on the troubled Himalayan territory in nearly seven decades. Warjets have been roaring in the skies and Delhi has sounded a nationwide alert against Hindu-Muslim rioting. Pakistan says India has taken "illegal steps" in scrapping special status for Kashmir. Communications lines have since

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1:41

#PODCAST: EFF student command take to the streets in...

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2019/08/05

By Newsbreak Producer, Cebisile Mkhize - Durban University of Technology EFF student command embarked on a peaceful march today. The student command is calling for justice for Mlungisi Madonsela. Madonsela was shot dead allegedly by a security guard at the university during a student protest earlier last year. Students are also calling for the university to take responsibility and to terminate its contract with the security company. Two security guards were arrested but later released. The NPA had

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2:13

#PODCAST: Magistrate in the Adam Catzavelos hate...

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2019/08/05

By Newsbreak Producer, Cebisile Mkhize - The magistrate in the hate speech case of businessman Adam Catzavelos has recused himself over conflict of interest. It appears Magistrate Naren Sewnarain worked for Catsevalos's lawyer some 10 years ago. Catzavelos faces a charge of crimen injuria after he allegedly made racial comments while on holiday in Europe in August last year. A video of the incident went viral on social media. The Human Rights Commission is seeking for the Equality Court in

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2:32

#PODCAST: Phoenix triple-murder accused - Collin...

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2019/08/05

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The man accused of murdering three women in Phoenix north of Durban is appearing at the Durban High court today. Collin Pillay is alleged to have been involved in the murder of the 44-year-old Jane Govindsamy, and her daughters Denisha and Rackelle. Pillay was allegedly involved in an extramarital affair with Govindsamy. Our SABC News reporter - Minoshini Pillay is attending court proceedings and says Lieutenant Colonel Mohamed Fazal Rajak stationed at the

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2:11

#PODCAST: Case against suspect accused of murdering...

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2019/08/05

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The case against a thirty-seven year old man accused of murdering an elderly Umkomaas couple has been postponed to the 12 of August for a formal bail application. The bodies of 78-year-old Sathiaseelan Pillay, and his 73-year-old wife, Chinnama Pillay were both found in pools of blood in their Willowgreen home. The suspect- who is believed to be a tenant was arrested shortly after the murders, in the deceased vehicle on the N2 highway. SABC News reporter -

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1:55

#PODCAST - Shallcross residents are outraged...

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2019/08/05

by Newsbreak producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Residents from Shallcross south of Durban who have experienced water disruptions are being assured that the situation will be resolved as soon as possible. This follows several complaints by the community- some of whom have gone long periods without water since last week Thursday. Ward 71 councillor Previn Vedan says that water pumps at the reservoir which feed the areas grid have malfunctioned and is in the process of being repaired. Vedan says that water

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3:02

#PODCAST - The eThekwini municipality clamping down...

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2019/08/05

by Newsbreak producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The eThekwini municipality is clamping down on illegal scrap-yards, electricity and water connections. This follows the closing down of two illegal scrapyards at Isipingo, south of Durban last week. Municipal spokesperson Msawakhe Mayisela says the programme forms part of its wider regeneration drive, targeting hazardous buildings, illegal operations and environmental hazards

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3:06

#PODCAST - Phoenix Network Forum to host the 13th...

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2019/08/05

by Newsbreak producer, Rachel Vadi - Highlighting selfless volunteerism, local NGO, The Phoenix Network Forum will be hosting the 13th annual Phoenix Woman of the Year recognition award as part of its Woman's Day celebration. Chairperson of the Phoenix Network Forum, Sharleen Pillay says the event has grown over the years and proved to be extremely successful in encouraging winners to increase their activism.

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3:45

#PODCAST - NewsbreakLegendsSeries - we profile the...

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2019/08/05

by Newsbreak producer, Shanell Daniel - We profile the late Kasturbai "Kasturba" Mohandas Gandhi. This Indian political activist was the wife of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. She was born on 11 April 1869 and was involved in the Indian Independence Movement in British-ruled India. Gandhi passed away on 22 February 1944. This Women's Month Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel sat down with Ela Gandhi, granddaughter of Kasturbhai Mohandas Gandhi, and compiled this report about her life and political activism

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2:03

#PODCAST: Struggle veterans - Mary Moodley and...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - A journey tracing the stories of several female anti-apartheid struggle icons is expected at the Remembering Women of Fortitude event this weekend in Bloemfontein. Event organisers - The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, together with the Sophie and Henry De Bruyn Foundation - will include the launch of two publications on the life of anti-apartheid struggle veterans Mary Moodley and Albertina Sisulu. Media Liason for the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation - Delani Majola

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1:59

#PODCAST: Veteran radio presenter - Mala Lutchmanan...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - She has many titles pinned to her opulent Kanjivaram sarees. Educator, radio presenter and producer, cultural and linguistic activist but the legendary Mala Lutchmanan is set to receive an international award for her role in the promotion of the Tamil language through radio. Lutchmanan will receive the award at a ceremony which will take place on the 12th of this month in Chennai, India. Speaking to Newsbreak, Lutchmanan says she firmly believes that there is

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2:26

#PODCAST: KZN Finance MEC Ravi Pillay forges ahead...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Salma Patel - KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Ravi Pillay says the province is commited to supporting and uplifting women. Speaking to Newsbreak, Pillay explains how men AND women can work together towards an empowered and balanced future......

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2:59

#PODCAST: DA in KZN calls for equality in scholar...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - Discrepancies between rural and urban scholar transportation has come under the spot light with the Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu Natal raising concerns about government paying for scholar transport in rural areas. DA KZN Spokesperson on Transport, Sharon Hoosen has proposed that all learners be compensated if they are travelling long distances to school. She says eduction needs should be met equally irrespective, if they are in rural or urban areas.....

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1:31

#PODCAST: Gauteng police vow to continue the...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Cebisile Mkhize - Police in Gauteng says those responsible for yesterday's riots will be found and arrested. Hawkers pelted police vehicles with stones in the Johannesburg CBD yesterday afternoon as police prepared to raid the hawkers' stalls for counterfeit goods. Law enforcement officials were forced to retreat. Gauteng Police Spokesperson Captain Kay Makhubela says police were conducting a raid on counterfeit goods and removing illegal traders when they were attacked

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2:15

#PODCAST: Free tuitions to be held at ABH in Chatsworth

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The Aryan Benevolent Home Council (ABH) at Chatsworth south of Durban is hosting an open day tomorrow as it prepares to host free tuition for learners from grade 6 to 12. Physics, accounting, mathematics and life sciences are the main focus areas for the tuition which will take place on weekdays from four to five-thirty in the evening. ABH operations manager Vinay Nunthkumar says the organisation will on weekends be hosting sport and empowerment classes for

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0:59

#PODCAST: One suspect arrested for the murder of an...

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2019/08/02

By Newsbreak Producer, Cebisile Mkhize - One suspect has been arrested following the murder of an elderly couple during an alleged house robbery in Umkomaas on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast. KZN Police Spokesperson Colonel Thembeka Mbhele says a 78-year old man and 74-year old woman were both found murdered in their home in Willow Glen area last night....

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1:42

#PODCAST - Newsbreaks arts and culture wrap - your...

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2019/08/02

Its the arts and culture wrap - with Guru Satha Munian....

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