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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: Investigations underway after an ANC member...

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2019/02/15

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Police are investigating a case of murder after an African National Congress (ANC) member was killed in KwaZulu-Natal. Mhlengi Khumalo, was allegedly murdered while watching television at his home in KwaPata, outside Pietermaritzburg, on Tuesday evening. KZN police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Thulani Zwane, says the motive for the murder is still unknown...

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2:46

#PODCAST: South Africa's survival rate when it comes...

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2019/02/15

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Today marks International Childhood Cancer Day and medical experts are stressing the importance of early detection - something that can drastically increase survival. South Africa has some of the lowest survival rates when it comes to childhood cancers at 55%, according to the Childhood Cancer Foundation of South Africa (CHOC). Regional manager of CHOC South Africa, Agie Govender says one of the tactics to increase the percentage of childhood cancer survival is

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2:25

#PODCAST: The Department of Water and Sanitation...

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2019/02/15

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As the end of the rainy season approaches, the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has urged members of the public to look out for flash floods in parts of the country where the rain comes down incessantly. The South African Weather Services has predicted more rain until the weekend, raising fears of possible floods in some low lying areas. Government cautioned people residing in areas experiencing severe thunderstorms to be careful of localised flash

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2:36

#PODCAST: The Dusi Canoe Marathon now underway with a...

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2019/02/15

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - KwaZulu-Natal has welcomed travellers from across the world for the biggest canoe marathon in Africa. The Dusi Canoe Marathon provides canoeing enthusiasts from Europe, United-States, South America and Africa. The marathon has begun in Pietermaritzburg and finishes at Blue Lagoon in Durban tomorrow. The marathon is expected to have a massive economic spin-off exceeding 6-million-rand. Tourism KwaZulu-Natal General Manager - Thulisile Galelekile - brings us the

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1:10

#PODCAST: SIX KILLED in a shocking ship fire at the...

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2019/02/15

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Six people have died following an alleged fire outbreak on their ship which was docked in the Bayhead area of the Durban Harbour. Fire fighters, law enforcement officials and paramedics worked through-out the night to contain the blaze which started on the fishing trawler yesterday afternoon. The cause of the fire is still unknown. Rescue Care operations director Garrith Jamieson is on the scene of the incident. He brings us the latest...

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2:31

#PODCAST: Facebook launch Africa's first content...

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2019/02/14

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - In the wake of the high volumes of fake news and profiles plaguing online sites, social media giant Facebook is set to open its first content review centre in Sub-Saharan Africa. Nairobi will play host to this operation which will employ approximately 100 reviewers by the end of the year. Public Policy Associate for content at the company, Fazdai Madzingira says this venture is part of its ever growing commitment to invest in the African continent and ensure

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2:26

#PODCAST: The Bessie Head Library in PMB install an...

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2019/02/14

By SABC Reporter Cebisile Mkhize - The United States Consulate General has unveiled a research iPad kiosk at Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands. The Bessie Head Library will be equipped with new iPads and Computers. Officials say this facility will offer access to a variety of programs such as getting information on how to study in America. KZN Consul General of the United States - Sherry Sykes explains...

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#PODCAST: Manhunt for murder suspect intensifies - as...

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2019/02/14

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Police have launched a manhunt for a murder suspect who allegedly killed a man at Canelands in Verulam, north of Durban. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Lieutenent Colonel Thulani Zwane, says the victim was murdered in the early hours of yesterday morning. It's believed that the victim was murdered after an argument ensued between him and the suspect. Lieutenent Colonel Zwane says the victim sustained several stab wounds and died on the scene...

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2:40

#PODCAST: #WorldRadioDay2019 with the likes of...

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2019/02/14

By SABC Reporter Cebisile Mkhize - Yesterday marked the eighth edition of World Radio Day. This is to celebrate radio and how it shapes us. This year's theme is dialogue, tolerance and peace. Traditional radio has some stiff competition with new media platforms such as Netflix and online radio coming to the fore. KwaZulu-Natal Convener for South African Editors Forum Judy Sandison explains the impact of radio in our lives...

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#PODCAST: Snake expert Nick Evans recovers 11 snakes...

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2019/02/14

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Durban snake catcher - Nick Evans has cautioned communities to be vigilant against an increase in snake activity in the port city due to the summer period. This after he captured over 10 snakes in the last week alone. Species captured include six Black Mambas, one Green Mamba, one Mozambican Spitting Cobra and three Boomslang. Two of the mambas, the cobra and the Boomslang were in the Upper Highway Area, near Hillcrest west of Durban. Evans explains the caution

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2:28

#PODCAST: #TakeBackTheTax campaign implore Finance...

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2019/02/14

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The #TakeBackTheTax campaign is calling on Finance Minister Tito Mboweni to urgently clamp down on the illegal cigarette trade in the country. The campaign has written an open letter to the minister offering him advice on how the ministry can protect jobs and deal with corruption. #TakeBackTheTax spokesperson - Yusuf Abramjee, says the illegal cigarette trade is costing treasury a massive eight-billion-rand a year in lost taxes...

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#PODCAST: The Institute of Waste Management (IWMSA)...

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2019/02/14

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Have you found the perfect gift to get your Valentine's heart beating faster today? If not, then here's a creative idea to get your Valentine a one-of-a-kind gift that is not only affordable, but also thoughtful. "Upcycling" is a method of reusing waste without destroying it. Leon Grobbelaar - the President of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), explains why you should consider your love for the environment during the month of

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2:54

#PODCAST: Eight provinces to be affected as #COSATU...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) plans to bring the country to standstill this morning. The labour federation has planned a national shutdown in eight provinces to highlight the plight of workers. Thousands of workers are expected to take part in the mass action by either not going to work or joining pickets in their provinces. Cosatu KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Edwin Mkhize says the national shutdown has been intentionally planned

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1:43

#PODCAST: Two men in their 40's lose their lives...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Two men have died after drowning at the Isipingo main beach, south of Durban. The men, believed to be in their forties, were swimming at the beach with a friend when they got into difficulty in the water yesterday afternoon. Spokesperson for Rescue Care Paramedics, Garrith Jamieson says lifeguards managed to save the third man who was transported to hospital. Jamieson says the man is being treated for moderate injuries...

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#PODCAST: Shark Spotters launch a new high-tech...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo -The City of Cape Town and Shark Spotters have launched a high-tech visionary aid project that will help spot sharks in the Mother City's icy waters. The research project is aimed at creating an automated shark-spotting system that will use a low-cost computer-aided algorithm on fixed cameras at beaches to enhance safety. The research project will run for 18 months and has been funded by the Department of Science and Technology. CEO of Shark Spotters - Sarah

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#PODCAST: Tourism KwaZulu-Natal appoint "man of...

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2019/02/13

Tourism in KwaZulu-Natal has kick-started the year, bringing on board a new General Manager responsible for Tourism Development. Nhlanhla Khumalo has been described as a man of action, who is ready and willing to provide tourism products across the geographical landscape of KwaZulu-Natal. New into office, Khumalo will ensure developing the province to increase and yield new investment from the public and private sector, in a bid to transform the way South Africa is viewed on an international

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2:48

#PODCAST: Africa's Travel Indaba 2019 has been...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Africa's biggest travel and trade Indaba has been postponed due to the proclamation by President Cyril Ramaphosa that the 2019 general election will take place on the 8th of May - which was one of the dates set for the show. The Travel Indaba is one of the largest in the world, boasting over 7,000 delegates from 80 countries. It also benefits South Africa in terms of economic growth with millions of rands of direct and indirect investment. General manager of

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#PODCAST: EXCLUSIVE: KZN Health MEC Sibongiseni...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - In an exclusive interview with Newsbreak, KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Doctor Sibongiseni Dhlomo says the department is equipt and ready to tackle the increase of unwanted pregnancies in the province. This follows the rescue of a baby girl who was allegedly dumped in a storm water drain in Newlands East, north of Durban. MEC Dhlomo has confirmed that the baby girl has been given a clean bill of health and removed from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital in Durban,

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#PODCAST: Man dies after accidently reversing his...

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2019/02/13

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A man has drowned in an alleged industrial accident at the Durban Harbour this morning. It's believed the man accidently reversed the truck he was offloading from a ship into the harbour water. An inquest docket has been opened. KZN EMS spokesperson - Robert Mckenzie says police are investigating the exact circumstances of the man's death...

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#PODCAST: #BabyRescue Childline comment on why the...

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2019/02/12

By Newsbreak Taliesha Naidoo - Acting Director for Childline KwaZulu-Natal, Adeshini Naicker says the dumping of babies have become a frequent problem in the country. Naicker says this incident will leave the baby girl with lifelong trauma...

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