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3:04

#PODCAST Suspect appears in court for the murder of...

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2023/08/21

By Newsbreak Producer, Shona Terri Naidoo - A suspect arrested and charged for the murder of two elderly women in Umgababa on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast has made a brief appearance in the Umbumbulu Magistrates Court. The state has indicated it will be opposing bail for the accused -Thokozani Mhlongo. Sixty two-year-old Zanele Mbuso and 70-year-old Monica Xulu disappeared earlier this month from a crèche that Xulu owned.Their bodies were found in a shallow grave last week. Mhlongo was employed by

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3:48

#PODCAST Durban High Court rejects brothers, Dylan...

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2023/08/18

By Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - The Durban High Court has dismissed the application by brothers Dylan and Ned Govender to appeal their seven year direct imprisonment for the attempted murder, assault common and assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. Judge Gregory Kruger handed down the sentence a short while ago. This relates to the attack that took place amid violence in Phoenix during the 2021 unrest. The brothers were acquitted on a charge of murder, of Mondli Majola. But

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1:21

#PODCAST Arts community mourns the passing of...

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2023/08/17

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Renowned ballet dancer, Johaar Mosaval, has died in Cape Town, at the age of 95. Born in District Six, he defied all odds during the apartheid era to become the world's top ballet dancer. Mosaval started dancing in the 1940's but was not given the opportunity to perform to his potential in South Africa due to the restrictions on access to theatres and stages. In 1950, two visiting dancers spotted his talent and assisted him to get a scholarship to attend

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3:46

#PODCAST Multi-party coalition extends invite to...

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2023/08/17

By Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - The Multi-party Charter for South Africa is calling on other political parties to join their pact. The coalition was formally named yesterday- as seven political parties came together at the Multiparty National Convention to form a political vehicle to change governance in South Africa. These include the DA, IFP, ActionSA, the United Independent Movement, Spectrum National Party and Independent South African National Civics Organisation. Our

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3:38

#PODCAST Judgment postponed in case against Brookside...

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2023/08/17

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Judgement in the case against one of the alleged instigators of the 2021 civil unrest, Mdumiseni Khetha Zuma, has been adjourned to next month. Zuma pleaded not guilty to charges of incitement to commit public violence and incitement to commit arson, in relation to the burning of the Brookside Mall in Pietermatritzburg. The State however believes he played a critical role that resulted in the mall being set alight. More than 3-hundred people died during the

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3:55

#PODCAST More delays in Zuma's arms deal corruption...

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2023/08/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Former President Jacob Zuma's interlocutory application for Advocate Billy Downer's removal as prosecutor from his trial is no longer sitting today as initially scheduled by the Pietermaritzburg High Court. Zuma's pre-trial application in his arms deal corruption trial, was in April this year postponed for hearing on the 15th and 16th of August. In a statement, the office of the Chief Justice says Judge President of the KwaZulu-Natal Division of the High

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1:03

#PODCAST One suspect arrested in connection with...

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2023/08/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Tracy Vallaydham - Police have arrested one suspect in connection with the murder of seven people at a house in Umlazi, Durban at the weekend. Police say another person has died following the attack, bringing the death toll to seven. KZN police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshuinda says the suspect is expected to appear in the Umlazi Magistrates court...

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3:56

#PODCAST Another postponement in the trial of Gumede...

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2023/08/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Tracy Vallaydham - The trial of former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede and 21 co-accused at the Durban High Court has been postponed, yet again. This is in connection with a 320-million-rand Durban Solid Waste removal tender. The accused are facing more than two-thousand charges collectively including fraud and corruption. The court has since barred the naming of the witnesses for safety reasons. Tracy Valaydham spoke to SABC Reporter Nonkululeko Hlophe ...

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1:21

#PODCAST Man fatally shoots woman and then himself at...

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2023/08/15

By Newsbreak Producer, Tracy Vallaydham - KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating a case of murder after a man fatally shot a woman before turning the gun on himself at an establishment in Durban's Blue Lagoon. KZN police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshuinda says the man entered the premises and confronted the woman, who was on duty. An argument then broke out between the two resulting in the man pulling out a gun and shooting the woman. He then shot himself. Netshiunda says the relationship

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3:26

#PODCAST Police identify three suspects after six...

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2023/08/14

By Newsbreak Producer, Tracy Vallaydham - Police have identified three of the four suspects that shot and killed six people at Q section in Umlazi Township, south of Durban last Friday night. Police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, says it is alleged that four suspects stormed into a house just before midnight and shot two people who were inside the house, one person was shot inside a backroom, whilst the fourth person was shot next to the outside toilet. Netshiunda, says they are hot on the

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3:20

#PODCAST Community of Chatsworth grieves the death of...

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2023/08/14

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The community of Chatsworth, south of Durban are still reeling in shock after three children were killed in a horror accident in Umhlatuzana on Friday. Four children were walking to school on Chatsworth Main Road when a low-bed truck driver lost control of the vehicle and rammed into them. The victims include a six-year-old, a nine-year-old, an 11-year-old, as well as the vehicle's driver, who was reportedly in his 30s. It's believed a 14-year-old learner,

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2:39

#PODCAST Gumede's corruption trial continues in the...

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2023/08/14

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The fraud and corruption trial of former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede and 21 co-accused is continuing in the Durban High Court today. This is in connection with a 320-million-rand Durban Solid Waste removal tender. The State is continuing to lead evidence with a retired official of the municipality's Durban Solid Waste unit. Last week, the court postponed the matter for the State to properly arrange its documents that are exhibits in this matter. Resuming

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3:06

#PODCAST Child rapist, Gerhard Ackerman sentenced to...

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2023/08/14

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Child rapist, Gerhard Ackerman will spend 12 life terms in prison. Ackerman was sentenced a short while ago at the High Court in Johannesburg. Ackerman was found guilty of being in possession of child pornography as well as creating and broadcasting it. He was charged alongside the former Acting Judge Paul Kennedy who committed suicide following his arrest. SABC reporter, Prabashini Moodley has more details....

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3:02

#PODCAST The Pearls Mall launches Mind, Body, Soul...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - In commemorating Women's Month, the Pearls Mall in Umhlanga, north of Durban will be running a three-week Mind, Body, Soul experience. The immersive wellness journey starts this Sunday with a morning mindful activities that will allow women to connect with their inner selves and find balance. The morning of mindfulness will include a pilates class. Bianca Naidoo, founder of Ascend Media, which runs the events and marketing for the Pearls Malls unpacks the

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#PODCAST Case adjourned against men accused in the...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The case against five men accused of the murder of Mangosuthu University of Technology lecturer Chanlall Dwarika has been adjourned to the 14th of September at the Durban Magistrate's Court today. Dwarika was kidnapped at his Durban home. CCTV footage shows three men forcing him into his own vehicle. The 61-year-old Dwarika was missing for a week before his body was found in Inanda, north of Durban. SABC news reporter, Fanele Mhlongo was at court and has

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3:43

#PODCAST The KeReady medical team in KZN explain how...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Advocating the importance of health to young female South Africans, the "Keready" team have put a strong focus on using the power of social media this Women's Month. The team consisting of 10 young doctors, 95 nurses and over 100 mobilisers are assisting people through their interactive WhatsApp line and innovative TikTok live talks. Keready's Dr Saira Carim says using social media has broadened their reach significantly and already helped them promote the 46

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4:34

#PODCAST BMR reveals that 23% of SA's adult...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer Taliesha Naidoo - Inequality continues to manifest itself in the personal income of South Africans. That's according to a recent report by the Bureau of Market Research on personal income estimates for South Africans between the period 2018 to 2022. The report revealed that 73.7 percent of the country's adult population earns below R73,351 per annum or less than approximately R6,110 per month. Meanwhile, on the other side of the income scale, only 3.3 percent of the adult

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2:55

#PODCAST Public urged to make nominations for the...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Members of the public are being invited to make nominations for the inaugural "Order of Legendary Lenasians Award". The concept is the brainchild of journalist and author, Fakir Hassen to recognise the role of individuals past and present who have made an impact in the Lenasia community south of Johannesburg. Members of the public are invited to submit nominations not exceeding 300 words before the 31st August this year. Hassen says the nominations are not

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#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - Friday 11 August...

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2023/08/11

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Cast away with this week's Newsbreak Fishing Report, brought to you by KZN angler Sanjay Ramsarup...

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2:18

#PODCAST Spotlight falls on widows this Women's Month

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2023/08/10

By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - As part of their 1st anniversary celebrations, the Healing Hearts Widow Association have partnered with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development to host a grand women's month event today in Phoenix, north of Durban. Over 500 women, mostly widows, are currently at the Shastripark Hall. Chairperson, Khatija Nabi says widows in the community live in fear and this event is a chance to empower them...

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