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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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2:45

ICYMI - KZN ANC's LEADERSHIP BATTLE IN LIMBO

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2018/04/19

Some ANC members in KwaZulu-Natal say the situation at the moment is not conducive to hold the party's provincial conference. The provincial conference was initially scheduled for later this month, but was then postponed for sometime in May. A group of disgruntled members converged at the Durban beach front where they raised concerns about the alleged manipulation and membership gate-keeping ahead of regional and provincial conferences - in particular the ANC's eThekwini regional conference

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4:34

ICYMI - NEW CRUISE LINE TERMINAL SET TO BOOST TOURISM...

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2018/04/19

The National Ports Authority has signed a contract for a private joint venture to build a 200-million rand new cruise line terminal in the port of Durban and to operate it for the next 25 years. The deal is expected to be a game-changer for cruise tourism in the region. KwaZulu Cruise Terminal is a joint venture between the leading cruise line in Europe - Mediterranean Shipping Company - and black empowerment company, African Armada. Dries Liebenberg reports . . .

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3:20

ICYMI - LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO BRINGS GRAMMY HOME TO...

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2018/04/19

The Isicathamiya group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has visited the group's founder, Professor Joseph Shabalala, at his home at Ladysmith in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands to present their fifth Grammy award to him. The group visited Shabalala early this year at his home, asking for his blessing after they were nominated for the award. Members of the group say they felt it was important to officially update him about the award and their three-month tour of the USA. Shabalala retired as the group's leader

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3:27

ICYMI - JES FOORD FOUNDATION OFFERS CARE IN A HANDBAG...

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2018/04/19

The Jes Foord Foundation in KwaZulu-Natal offers care and love in the darkest hours, through a simple handbag. Following her own gang rape in 2008, Foord and her foundation are using their Rape Comfort Bags and Kiddi Packs to provide some essential items to a rape or abuse victim during the initial reporting process at the police station. And with the demand for these packs on the increase, Foord is appealing for help to continue making a difference. Minoshni Pillay compiled this report...

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3:16

ICYMI - UKZN DOUBLES ITS MASTERS AND DOCTORAL GRADUATES

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2018/04/19

The University of KwaZulu-Natal says the number of Research Masters and Doctoral graduates at the institution has doubled over the past six years. This year, the university will award more than 9400 certificates during 20 graduation ceremonies. There are 122 summa cum laude and 322 cum laude graduates. Nonjabulo Mntungwa reports.....

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2:00

ICYMI - CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ENCOURAGED

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2018/04/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - The South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions, has embarked on youth activation programmes to transform the industry. According to Executive for Communication and Stakeholder Relations - Yuven Gounden, youth see Construction Management as a less than glamorous field, however the reality is, it's a thriving industry with a demand for young professionals..

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1:34

ICYMI - VERULAM FATHER BRUTALLY KILLED - SON ARRESTED

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2018/04/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Police are investigating the murder of a Verulam father - who was killed last night. It's believed the father was brutally killed after a dispute with his son. Private security company - Reaction Unit South Africa spokesperson, Prem Balram says the suspect has been arrested....

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1:58

ICYMI - KZN VET WARNS OF DEADLY DISTEMPER VIRUS

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2018/04/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Dog owners have been urged to have their pets vaccinated with the five-in-one vaccine to avoid contracting deadly viruses that are prevalent at this time of this year. This is according to KwaZulu-Natal based veterinarian - Doctor Debi Subramanian. She says that dogs infected with the deadly distemper virus have been on the increase in recent weeks. The viral infection can be accompanied by secondary bacterial infections and can present eventual serious

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2:25

ICYMI - PARLY ASKS ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO TRACK DOWN...

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2018/04/19

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Parliament will tomorrow ask law enforcement agencies such as the Hawks to help track down the witnesses in relation to state capture at some state-owned enterprises. The highest legislature has told Newsbreak that it has quote 'run out of patience' - while sending a stern warning to the former SAA board chairperson, Dudu Myeni, the Gupta brothers and former president Jacob Zuma's son, Duduzane, saying they can run but cannot hide. The three accused have

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7:19

Newsbreak Legend - Verushka Pather - saving culture...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak's Prabashini Moodley - Skilled Indian cultural and dance artist - Srimati Verushka Pather - is no stranger to the stage. A proud graduate of the one of the finest teachers of Bharata Natyam dance - Pather, with her grace and dedication has pioneered the art in South Africa. Keeping cultural tradition alive, she performs Bharata Natyam - a major genre of Indian classical dance that originated in Tamil Nadu - both as an international performer and highly acclaimed teacher through her

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2:43

McCords - The story of the People's Hospital - now in...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - Durban's iconic 109-year-old former mission hospital - McCord hospital in Durban - is now the subject of a carefully documented and thoroughly researched book titled "The People's Hospital - a History of McCords between 1890 to 1970" which was launched in Durban over the weekend. The book which will be available for free in download format in mid-April this year, has been written by Professor Julie Parle and Vanessa Noble. The two authors combined years of

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2:07

Verulam school takes top honours in Nelson Mandela...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - The quiet suburb of Verulam, north of Durban, had much to celebrate this week as learners from the local high school - Mountview Secondary - took first place in the inaugural Nelson Mandela Debating Challenge. Siyabonga Mtshali, Robert Mathenjwa, Thea Earnest, Unam Mjoli and Abigail Parbunath, under the watchful eye of educator, Mrs Miloshni Pillay, represented KwaZulu-Natal in Johannesburg where there were teams from the eight other provinces. The six-day

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2:27

Environmentally friendly sanitary pads - good for...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Women wearing disposable sanitary pads could be harming the environment. That's according to Durban based Non-Profit organisation, Subz Pants and Pads. They released research revealing that it can take 500 to 800 years for one sanitary pad to decompose. Therefore, the organisation has started manufacturing washable and reusable sanitary pads. Subz Pants and Pads Project coordinator - Brenda Mcann explains how the eco-friendly and reusable sanitary pad is not

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2:23

New SANRAL manager vows to make roads safer,...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - The newly-appointed eastern regional manager at the South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) has vowed to make roads safer, affordable and more convenient for motorists. Dumisani Nkabinde brings over 14 years of experience in the engineering and transport sectors into the road network along KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State. In an interview with Newsbreak, Nkabinde says that the latest toll road increases has been a minimal one - where SANRAL is set

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2:31

Spying on your spouse's phone in Saudi Arabia could...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Matthew Veeran - Spying on your spouse's phone in Saudi Arabia now carries a hefty fine and could land you in prison for a year, under a new law that aims to quote "protect morals of individuals and protect privacy". Called the "Anti-Cybercrime Law", the measure makes spying on, intercepting or receiving data transmitted through an information network without legitimate authorisation a crime. The punishment which came into law earlier this month, will apply to both men and

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2:43

Tamil language bursaries aim to preserve...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Rachel Vadi - A Tamil cultural "Awareness Day" is to be held this Sunday at the RB Chetty Hall in Greenbury, Phoenix, north of Durban and will offer several six month bursaries to deserving youth in the community with an interest in the Tamil language. Hosted by the Saiva Sithantha Sungum of South Africa and the Barathiyar School of Tamil Studies, the organisers aim to cultivate and preserve the Tamil language through the arts. Spokesperson for the school - Kisten Chinnappen

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2:15

Mobeni Heights temple was never up for sale

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The Shri Luxmi Narayan Temple in Mobeni Heights, south of Durban has been given a new a lease for life. This after the temple was embattled in a public spate over closing its doors to the community last month. The South African Hindu Maha Sabha stepped in to facilitate the discussions between temple management and the Association of Concerned Citizens. Newly elected president of the Shri Luxmi Narayan Temple - Raj Sewnarain says the temple is not and never

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1:46

Tow truck driver shot dead at Phoenix - suspect arrested

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak's Hafsa Mkhize - KwaZulu-Natal police have confirmed that a tow truck driver has been shot and killed yesterday at Sunford, in Phoenix north of Durban. This after an alleged altercation between the deceased and another driver. It's alleged that an argument broke out between the two before the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Police spokesperson Nqobile Gwala says the suspect has been arrested in connection to the shooting and an illegal firearm recovered...

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3:12

Nelson Mandela Chatsworth Youth Centre celebrates the...

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2018/04/17

by Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - As national mourning for Winnie Mandela comes to an end this weekend, the Nelson Mandela Chatsworth Youth Centre will be celebrating her life through music this Saturday. The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra alongside local musicians will deliver a music concert. Mama Winnie's passing occurs in the Year of Mandela. The event aims to pay tribute to both these icons of the struggle. Head of the Youth Centre Clive Pillay says this is a creative way to educate

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2:32

Police breakthrough - suspects linked to taxi...

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2018/04/12

Police in KwaZulu-Natal say they will continue to pursue criminals until they are arrested for their crimes. This, as police swooped on three suspects who were on the most wanted list for the alleged murders in Umbumbulu, Mpumalanga, Folweni and Umkomaas, south of the province. Two suspects were arrested on Shepstone Road, Durban. One of them was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. The third suspect was arrested in the KwaMakhutha area and was also found in possession of an

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