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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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55:47

#PODCAST: With all the controversy surrounding...

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2018/11/26

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Are you and your insurance policy on the same page? This week long-term insurance faced a barrage of questions. On this week's edition of Newsbreak Talk, we help you understand your insurance a little more...

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2:27

#PODCAST - With crime rampant in Phoenix, the...

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2018/11/23

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Looking to address the recent increase in violent crimes in Phoenix, north of Durban, a Police Ministerial Crime Summit will be held at the Stonebridge Community Hall in Phoenix on Saturday. Chairperson of the Phoenix Community Forum, Umesh Singh says he sees this summit as an opportunity to engage with the community and develop strategies against the burning issues plaguing the community. In recent times the brutal murder of a mother and her daughters and the

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3:44

#PODCAST - Local Paediatric Neuro-Surgeon, Dr...

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2018/11/23

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - An outreach initiative programme "Café Scientifique" has introduced South Africa's leading and celebrated Paediatric Neuro-Surgeon - Dr Llewellyn Padayachy - who discovered a novel diagnostic method which uses the eye as a window to the brain. The programme was brought by leading intellectual property organization - Spoor and Fischer. Dr Padayachy, who is from the University of Cape Town, joined Newsbreak this morning...

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2:47

#PODCAST - South Africa Savings Institute warn...

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2018/11/23

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The South African Savings Institute has warned consumers against reckless spending on Black Friday today. The institute says consumers should guard against spending money they do not have on things they do not need. South Africa has joined other countries in participating in Black Friday, the name given to the shopping day after Thanksgiving in the Unites States. SA Savings Institute Acting Chief Executive Office - Gerald Mwandiambira - explains the tactics

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4:27

#PODCAST - Ministers Bathabile Dlamini and Nomvula...

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2018/11/23

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Political parties have expressed their disappointment of Ministers Bathabile Dlamini and Nomvula Mokonyane's survival in the cabinet after President Ramaphosa made the announcement yesterday. Ramaphosa has decided to appoint Mokonyane to the Environmental Affairs post, replacing the late Edna Molewa. To discuss the appointments and what it means for the country ahead of the 2019 general elections, we are joined on the line by political analyst Dr. Lubna

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2:32

#PODCAST - Former Director-General of Treasury...

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2018/11/23

Former Director-General of National Treasury Lungisa Fuzile - has wrapped up his testimony at the State Capture Commission. Fuzile outlined how his relationship with former Finance Minister Des Van Rooyen was broken from when he joined the department. He says people were removed and replaced with those who were either suggested by the Guptas or were connected to them. Fuzile also told the commission that when Van Rooyen arrived at Treasury to replace Nhlanhla Nene, it was obvious that he was not

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1:45

#PODCAST - Department of Tourism launch the "Women in...

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2018/11/23

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Government has intensified efforts to ensure women are represented in the tourism sector in the country. The Department of Tourism has launched the "Women in Tourism - KZN Chapter" - aimed to identify power imbalances and raise awareness about the exploitation of cheap labour and drive transformation. KZN Chapter of Women in Tourism spokesperson - Makhosi Msimango - told Newsbreak while the country grapples with unemployment, its important to ensure equal

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2:38

#PODCAST - Umhlanga's Oyster Box Hotel recognised at...

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2018/11/22

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Tourism businesses in KwaZulu-Natal stole the show at the 2018 Lilizela Tourism Awards held in Umhlanga, north of Durban. Dubbed the "Oscars of the Tourism Industry", ten businesses scooped awards in Durban, recognising the port cities role in efforts to showcase its beauty to the rest of the world. The awards were largely consumer based, with 80% of the score given to the contenders being based on consumer reviews. One of the winners in the five star category

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2:30

#PODCAST - Former Treasury Director, Lungisa Fuzile...

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2018/11/22

Former National Treasury Director General, Lungisa Fuzile, has dropped a bombshell during his testimony at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. He has described events leading to the dismissal of former Finance Minister, Nhlanhla Nene. Fuzile has revealed that he was never informed by the Presidency of an intended cabinet reshuffle, which would see Nene removed and replaced by the little-known Des Van Rooyen. However, he testified about a telephone call he received from Chairperson of the

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2:05

#PODCAST - More heatwaves to be expected in South...

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2018/11/22

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - After scorching temperatures were experienced around the country this week - global warming experts have warned that more heat-waves are around the corner. Cape Town-based scientist in the environment and health research unit from the Medical Research Council - Dr. Caradee Wright - told Newsbreak that heat-waves will occur more frequently in the southern part of Africa as a result of global warming. Last week, temperatures rose to as high as 37 degrees celsius

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2:28

#PODCAST - Lawson Naidoo: Unwarranted attacks against...

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2018/11/22

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Political, business or civil society leaders have the responsibility to respect the processes of the Commission of Enquiry into State Capture. That's according to Executive Secretary of the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution - Lawson Naidoo. Yesterday, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan concluded his testimony at the Zondo Commission in Parktown Johannesburg. But on the sidelines, Gordhan has faced a barrage of criticism about

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4:35

#PODCAST - With matric exams wrapping up, Newsbreak...

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2018/11/22

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The 2018 matric examinations is drawing to a close and this festive season is one of the most stressful times for learners as they await their results. This period is usually met with a majority of learners going out partying and enjoying themselves, while others are unable to - because of stress and anxiety...

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2:31

#PODCAST - SANEF calls EFF leader Julius Malema's...

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2018/11/22

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - The South African National Editors Forum (SANEF) says it's concerned by EFF leader Julius Malema's attack on journalists. Malema singled out a number of senior journalists while addressing EFF members gathered outside the State Capture Commission in Parktown, Johannesburg. This during the testimony of Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan. Malema accused the journalists of showing bias towards Gordhan and President Cyril Ramaphosa. SANEF Executive

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2:39

#PODCAST - "Dynamic Women International" to be...

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2018/11/21

By Newsbreak's Tashlan Naidoo - A group of business women have decided to create an organisation called the "Dynamic Women International". The organisation hopes to give other women a platform to build and enhance their economic growth. "Dynamic Women International" will officially be launched at The Olive Convention Centre in Durban on Saturday. It will also offer aspiring and existing women in business a platform to grow through powerful networking, events and training. Secretary general of the

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2:45

#PODCAST - State Capture Inquiry: National Treasury...

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2018/11/21

Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan says there has never been a relationship between him and the controversial Gupta family. Giving testimony at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture in Johannesburg, Gordhan said there was never any official meetings between them. He said several attempts were made by the Gupta brothers to meet him but his office, the National Treasury, declined. This report by Abongile Dumako...

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2:16

#PODCAST - Economists caution consumers to "be wise"...

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2018/11/21

Economists have issued a cautionary advice to customers who will be spending their monies on Black Friday. They say since the economy is not in a good shape and the rand is in a state of fluctuation, consumers should be wiser this time around. In South Africa Black Friday means that consumers can buy items at a cheaper price. The day originates from United States just after Thanksgiving that signals the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Cebisile Mkhize reports...

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4:27

#PODCAST - Legal expert calls on South Africans to be...

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2018/11/21

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - A Pretoria-based insurance company has decided to settle payment of 2.4 million rand to a Durban widow whose husband was shot and killed in a hijacking incident at Chatsworth, south of Durban last year. The company in question refused to pay-out the insurance to Denise Ganas, after her husband Nathan, failed to disclose his high blood-sugar levels. Joining us on the line to discuss the story is legal expert Saber Ahmed Jazbhay…

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2:53

#PODCAST - Kruger National Park's innovative...

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2018/11/21

By Newsbreak's Tashlan Naidoo - The Kruger National Park has praised the 'Meerkat' technology in its fight against poaching - especially rhinos. The Meerkat uses innovative technology to distinguish between humans and animals in a natural habitat. It can also survey large distances where traditional surveillance equipment falls short because of the extreme temperatures, thick vegetation and terrain challenges. In this weeks Techno Touch, Communications Manager Ike Phaahla explained to Newsbreak how

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1:31

#PODCAST - Severe thunderstorms and possible flooding...

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2018/11/21

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Severe thunderstorms with possible flooding is expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal today. According to the South African Weather Service, heavy rainfall has been anticipated in the country. Weather forecaster - Madimetja Thema says these weather conditions are likely to continue until the end of the week...

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#PODCAST - 1860 Legacy Foundation Chairperson Ashwin...

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2018/11/20

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - November marks the 158th anniversary of the arrival of Indian indentured labourers from India to South Africa. Now more than a century on - people of Indian origin have made great strides in all aspects of society. In this edition of unearthing their experiences and contribution to South Africa, Newsbreak spoke to the Chairperson of the 1860 Legacy Foundation - Ashwin Trikamjee...

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