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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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2:26

#PODCAST: Eskom unbundled, support for the NDPP and...

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2019/02/08

A re-enforcement of the National Prosecuting Authority, a restructuring of State Owned Enterprises and a further commitment to fight corruption: President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the agenda last night during the State of the Nation Address. Political analyst Dr. Lubna Nadvi joined Newsbreak's Matthew Veeran to analyse Ramaphosa's speech. Dr. Nadvi began by explaining whether the address lived up to the country's expectations...

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1:46

#PODCAST: CHATSWORTH STATION PROTEST: case against 20...

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2019/02/08

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The case against twenty people arrested for public violence outside the Chatsworth police station, south of Durban, has been struck off the roll. The group were part of a crowd of thousands of community members who had gathered outside the station to demand justice for Sadia Sukhraj. The nine-year-old was allegedly killed in a botched hijacking at Shallcross in May last year. In a written response to Newsbreak - National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson -

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2:43

#PODCAST: #FORBES Woman Africa Summit hits Durban for...

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2019/02/08

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Supermodel, philanthropist and activist Naomi Campbell, will headline this year's "FORBES WOMAN AFRICA" Leading Women Summit, taking place at Durban's International Convention Centre on the 8th of March coinciding with International Women's Day. This annual event is in its fourth year and it will be the first time its held on the east coast of South Africa. Campbells' charity work started alongside Former President Nelson Mandela in 1993, with Madiba bestowing

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2:43

#PODCAST: INDIA: widow of a fighter pilot goes viral...

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2019/02/08

The widow of a fighter pilot killed in crash has ignited a row after she posted online a heart-wrenching poem on her husband's fiery death. Garima Abrol's grief resonated among families of hundreds of others killed because they too were compelled to fly outdated combat jets of the Indian Air Force. This report filed by our South Asian correspondent - Rana Senn is voiced by Newsbreak's Tashlan Naidoo...

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2:20

#PODCAST: The Democratic Liberal Party (DLC) launch...

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2019/02/08

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - With many political parties going into full election mode, the Democratic Liberal Party (DLC) launched their 2019 Election Manifesto at the Shastri Park Community Hall, in Phoenix, north of Durban. Party leader, Patrick Pillay says one of their strongest electioneering campaigns is looking at the manner in which residents of Phoenix are treated at local government departments. He says that what sets his three-year old party aside from other parties is the way in

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3:28

#PODCAST: Economic analysis on President Cyril...

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2019/02/08

Last night's State of the Nation Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa was well-received by some political parties and analysts - although a few did say that this was used as a platform for politicking ahead of the elections this year. Ramaphosa touched on several key issues that will help to stimulate the economy and thereby job creation. Economist Professor Dilip Garach joined Newsbreak's Matthew Veeran to provide a detailed economic assessment of #SONA 2019...

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2:28

#PODCAST: NEW DETAILS REVEALED in the fatal Durban...

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2019/02/08

By Newsbreak Producer Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel - The case against four Durban University of Technology students has been struck off the court roll at the Durban Magistrates Court. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Thembeka Mbhele revealed the information after the four students were expected in court. Mbhele says both the murder and public violence dockets will be transferred to the Organised Crime Unit for further investigations. Meanwhile, the Private Security Regulatory Authority is

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2:35

#PODCAST: Durban's Curries Fountain to host the...

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2019/02/08

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The first "Legends Social Volleyball" tournament for 2019 set for the 23rd of this month will aim to foster social cohesion and empower and uplift the youth. Possible entrants will have to make up a team of twelve players. In the male division only men 40 and older will be allowed to participate while females have to be 30 and over. Registration for the tournament closes on the 20th of February and will be held at the Curries Fountains sports ground from

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2:47

#PODCAST: Kruger National Park rangers welcome...

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2019/02/07

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Rangers at the Kruger National Park have welcomed the implementation of the "Project Ivory" initiative at the reserve in an effort to curb elephant poaching which seems to be on the rise in the recent past. To support Project Ivory, the honorary rangers gave SanParks tracker dogs for the northern part of the park. They also sponsor the first-ever horse unit, which consists of seven horses. In this week's Greenscene, KNP spokesperson Ike Phaahla explains the

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2:09

#PODCAST: Analysts predict difficult path forward for...

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2019/02/07

It has been almost a year since Cyril Ramaphosa replaced Jacob Zuma as the country's president. Later today he will deliver his second State Of the Nation Address. He is expected to outline his achievements in the past year as well as his plans for the coming year. Some have argued that the president is facing a difficult path forward with the economy not doing well. Joseph Mosia reports...

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#PODCAST: Rocks used as a form of distraction as a...

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2019/02/07

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - A case of murder is being investigated after a driver was shot dead on the N2 Northbound near Chesterville in Durban. It's alleged that rocks were placed on the N2 highway and obstructed a number of vehicles from passing the vicinity late on Tuesday night. It's alleged the victim had been driving past the vicinity when he was shot in his stomach by a suspect who fled the scene. The victim was rushed to a Durban hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Police

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#PODCAST: Rumours that the Springfield Hindu Primary...

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2019/02/07

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Fears of doors shutting down at Springfield Hindu Primary School in Durban, has been brought to calm. There's been an uproar among parents and learners after an alleged rumour - that the school would shutdown at the end of the school term. The school was established in 1903 by missionaries and then taken over by community organisation - the Springfield Hindu SABHA in 1947. Since then it has become a public school on private land. It's alleged that the Department

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0:39

#PODCAST: Temple Valley Secondary learners allegedly...

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2019/02/07

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Tensions are high at Temple Valley Secondary School in Verulam, north of Durban. This after scores of learners embarked on a protest at the school yesterday. It's believed the students are demanding that the principal be removed from the school. Disgruntled learners, chanted struggle songs, allegedly threw stones and burned a refuse bin on the school premises. Private security company - Reaction Unit South Africa responded to the scene. Spokesperson Prem

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#PODCAST: DOCTOR SALARIES: Gauteng Department of...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - A number of distressed doctors and other health care professionals in Johannesburg have reached their boiling point following the non-payment of their January salaries. Reacting to this, spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Health, Khutso Rabothata says those who are finding it difficult to commute to work, should apply for special leave...

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2:57

#PODCAST: Distressed Johannesburg doctor speaks out...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - A number of distressed doctors and other health care professionals have reached their boiling point following the non-payment of their January salaries. Suhayl Essa, a community service doctor at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, who's also a comedian in his spare time - took to Facebook to satire his concerns. He says not receiving their monthly salary has placed many of them under tremendous financial strain. Essa adds they are still unsure as

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2:39

#PODCAST: Minara Chamber of Commerce to host a...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - In an effort to address the many challenges facing businesses in South Africa, the Minara Chamber of Commerce will host a "Business Coffee Connection" conference to find solutions and a way forward. The issues of processing time, documentation and releasing of imports at customs will all come to the fore at the event. There will be a host of speakers from different government sectors to give advice and input to the different challenges that come to light. The

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2:34

#PODCAST: A Durban University of Technology student...

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2019/02/06

A Durban University of Technology student has died after being shot by campus security guards at SRC House opposite the Steve Biko campus in central Durban. This after the academic programme was suspended on Monday due to student protests. According to KwaZulu-Natal police, students stormed and stoned the building, causing a scuffled between students and campus security. It is alleged that security officers opened fire on students. Prabashini Moodley reports...

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#PODCAST: GRAPHIC CONTENT: The body of a newborn baby...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The body of a newborn baby has been found in a bin at Glenwood in Durban. The baby boy was found by a passer-by who contacted emergency services. Paramedics responded to the scene but the baby had unfortunately passed away before their arrival. Police are investigating the incident. Spokesperson for Rescue Care paramedics, Garrith Jamieson, says the baby was found hanging out of the bin upon their arrival...

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#PODCAST: Journalism Professor visits South Africa to...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - Putting oneself in an actual war-zone or refugee camp - could help journalists tell stories better. Thanks to the use of virtual reality, newsrooms can now train journalists to deal with situations through simulation and also share experiences with consumers. Visiting Journalism Professor Sri Kalyanaraman hosted a seminar on the "science of immersive storytelling" at the Radiocracy Roundtable hosted by the Durban University of Technology's Journalism

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#PODCAST: Newsbreak Talk tackles the sensitive topic...

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2019/02/06

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - From chaos and pandemonium in school spot searches, to the arrest of learners during organised search and seizure. How do you enforce discipline at schools without infringing on the rights of a child? Newsbreak Talk with Taresh tackled the sensitive subject this past Sunday...

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