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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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#PODCAST - India unveils statue of Vallabhbhai Patel,...

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2018/11/01

By Newsbreak's Tashlan Naidoo - India has unveiled the world's tallest statue - which is even taller than Christ the Redeemer in Brazil and the iconic Statue of Liberty in the United States of America. The six-billion-rand - 182-meter high structure, in the western state of Gujarat, is a bronze-clad tribute to independence leader, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Patel is known as a founding father of the Republic of India, and played a leading role in the country's struggle for independence. It has

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#PODCAST - Newsbreak Talk heads to Pietermaritzburg...

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2018/11/01

By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Newsbreak Talk travelled to the Pietermaritzburg Diwali Festival on Sunday to talk about the family unit. Shanice Singarum from FAMSA PMB explained how Diwali is the perfect time to renew family ties.

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2:43

#PODCAST - Mayville CPF call on residents NOT to...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The Mayville Community Policing Forum in Durban have embarked on a campaign urging residents to STOP giving beggars money. Mayville Community Police Forum Chairperson Imtiaaz Sayed says they are not at all saying the beggars must be removed, but rather given another option to get them off the streets. In terms of municipality by-laws, one cannot beg for money or goods whether by gesture, words or otherwise. Sayed explains how the campaign will work for the

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2:14

#PODCAST - Ground-breaking software to assist in...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Diabetes has for long been a silent killer disease in South Africa, and now a young businessman has stepped forward to curb the scourge through original new technology. 30-year old Lubabalo Mnyaka says he has developed a diabetes management software for government clinics to reduce the cost to the treasury. The software aims to better manage and document all the tests, medication and consultations that people with the disease go-through. In this weeks

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2:59

#PODCAST - Cape Town human rights group urge victims...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Cape Town-based human rights group - "Freedom of Religion South Africa" - has urged church leaders and victims of abuse to speak out against rogue pastors in the country. This comes in the wake of the ongoing rape trial of Durban-based pastor, Timothy Omotoso in the Port Elizabeth High Court. The organisation's Executive Director - Michael Swain says the organisation condemns the heinous acts of some pastors who abuse their power to prey on the poor and

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2:49

#PODCAST - Stats show a marked decrease in HIV...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - India has recorded a major reduction in HIV infections in the world's largest democracy. According to statistics released by the United Nations Aids report indicate that aids-related deaths declined from 160,000 to 69,000. Indian lawmakers and non-governmental organisations are working feverishly on every front to eradicate HIV infections and deaths in keeping with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals. Newsbreak's Taliesha Naidoo asked People's

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2:21

#PODCAST - Australia concerned about the political...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Australia has expressed concern over the political situation in Sri Lanka after the president sacked the prime minister, sparking protests and deaths. Thousands of supporters of ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe protested in Colombo as political turmoil on the island entered its sixth day. Newsbreak's Taliesha Naidoo spoke to journalist Amantha Pereira...

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2:17

#PODCAST - Community Policing Forum Control Centre...

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2018/10/31

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The Shallcross Community, south of Durban is taking a stand against the high levels of crime plaguing the area. They've officially launched a Community Policing Forum Control Centre. Deputy chairperson of the Shallcross CPF, Jay Roopsunker believes the centre will be a positive turning point in eradicating crime in the community...

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2:25

#PODCAST - Retrenchment of employees at the SABC...

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2018/10/31

The SABC says retrenching 981 permanent employees and not renewing the contracts of 1,200 freelancers would result in a saving of 440-million-rand per annum. The public broadcaster has issued a notice to all its employees informing them of its intention to embark on retrenchments as a cost-saving measure. Horisani Sithole reports...

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2:25

#PODCAST - eThekwini Municipality intensify measures...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producer - The eThekwini Municipality has intensified measures to curb the growing problem of litter on beaches along the Golden Mile. This after a disgruntled resident took to Facebook lambasting litter-bugs on Durban beaches, particularly around the Blue Lagoon. In the video circulating on social media, broken alcohol bottles and empty packets are seen scattered all over the pristine beach-side. Head of Parks, Recreation and Culture at the Municipality - Thembinkosi Ngcobo - explains

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2:16

#PODCAST - Indian Cricket CEO Takesh Johri implicated...

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2018/10/30

The #MeToo movement finally came to bite the world's richest Cricket body, as its Chief Executive Officer Rakesh Johri faces charges of demanding sex from a woman in return for a job. The surge reached India a year late, but in the past month, it has claimed careers of a minister, Bollywood celebrities and many public figures. From New Delhi, Rana Senn reports...

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2:03

#PODCAST - Popular cartoonist determined to keep...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producer Rachel Vadi - Threats of doors closing at the Centre for Fine Art Animation and Design (CFAD) in Durban have been squashed by the Durban High Court. The court granted an order to suspend all decisions taken by the Department and former Minister of Higher Education and Training, and the Council of Higher Education on the registration status of the school. Founder of the school, Dr Nanda Soobben says it's been a difficult 4 years but he was determined to ensure that the doors of

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#PODCAST - Arthritis Foundation: 1 in 5 South...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producer - In this week's Medical Monitor, we take a look at inflammation of the joints or Arthritis. According to the Arthritis Foundation of South Africa, one in five South Africans could be living with arthritis. Specialist Rheumatologist Dr. Neeta Patel says early detection is the most important factor in ensuring the right diagnosis is made and treatment administered...

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#PODCAST - Motorists urged to report incidents of...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Durban motorists have been urged to report any suspicious activity on the city's bridges after two rock-throwing incidents in recent days. In the first incident, a motorist was left shaken after a rock was thrown onto her windscreen while travelling along the R102 in the north coast region. Police have confirmed that a case of malicious damage to property had been reported to uMhlali SAPS for the first attack. Durban based crime fighting group - eThekwini

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#PODCAST - #TakeBackTheTax campaign reaches a...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The #TakeBackTheTax campaign formed against the illegal cigarette trade has reached a milestone after more than 20-thousand citizens have pledged their support and joined the cause. The movement believes that over seven-billion rand can be added back into the economy with the clampdown of this illicit trade. Spokesperson of the campaign, Yusuf Abramjee explains what is needed to be done to effectively - take-back-the-tax...

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2:25

#PODCAST - Ward 71's youngest-ever councillor to be...

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2018/10/30

By Newsbreak Producers Matthew Veeran and Taliesha Naidoo - The youngest-ever councillor for Ward 71 at Chatsworth, south of Durban will be officially installed by a full council sitting in the Durban City Hall this morning. The 26-year-old Previn Vedan scored a historic victory for the African National Congress (ANC) earlier this month by winning the Ward 71 by-elections in Chatsworth. Ward 71 includes Shallcross, Crossmoor, Moorton and Bottlebrush. Joining us on the line just before he makes his

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2:48

#PODCAST - Indian music teacher GURU SADHA MUNIEN...

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2018/10/29

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Durban born Indian music Teacher - Guru Sadha Munian - from Chatsworth, south of Durban will be receiving the national award for the promotion of culture in South Africa tomorrow. Munian will be performing alongside his finest students, in a bid to showcase traditional south and north indian music. He is also the principal of the Saraswati Padasalai School of Fine Art in Durban.

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2:23

#PODCAST - Durban International Conference Centre...

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2018/10/29

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Durban's International Conference Centre (ICC) has reached a milestone in celebrating 21 years as the leading conference centre in Africa. In the past 13 years the ICC has created over 100-thousand jobs in the port city, scooping the World Travel Awards for the umpteenth time. The centre generated revenues of 173-million Rand, ultimately contributing immensely to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Newsbreak's Taliesha Naidoo asked ICC spokesperson

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2:08

#PODCAST - SABC launches commission of inquiry into...

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2018/10/29

The SABC has launched a forensic investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct at PBS station, Lotus FM. According to reports, some staff members, including certain freelancers, have compiled a dossier levelling serious accusations against a few senior managers. In May this year, the SABC launched a commission of inquiry into sexual harassment and editorial interference at the SABC led by Dr. Joe Thloloe. Cassandra Zungu reports...

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6:08

#PODCAST - Popular golf coach Rowan Ramtahal...

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2018/10/29

By Newsbreak's Matthew Veeran - A natural sportsman and schoolteacher, Rowan Ramtahal's name is synonymous with the "Gentleman's Game" of Golf in South Africa. Having started his career as a footballer in the late 1960's, Ramtahal was inspired by the legendary "Papwa" Sewgolam in chasing the small white ball. As a pro-golfer Ramtahal excelled, eventually becoming one of the finest coaches in the country. In this edition of Newsbreak's Legends Series, Matthew met Rowan Ramtahal at Durban's timeless

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