Newsbreak

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - Becoming a mother is seen as the a greatest joy known to any women - but when times get tough, that joy can often sour. It is with this in mind that "Mothers With Courage" is to be launched. The non-profit organisation seeks to address challenges faced by women and assist them in times of adversity. Founded by Durbanite Ja...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - If the Department of Health continues on the current trend - they are bound to fail in the delivery of quality health care to South Africans. That's according to lecturer at the School of Nursing and Public Health at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Dr Mergan Naidoo. He was speaking to Newsbreak ahead of a public discussio...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Durban's inner city is rebuilding itself through integrating art in public spaces. It's part of the city's drive to bring businesses and life in full, back to its bustling CBD streets. And one young artist is using his passion to show how possible this really is. Minoshni Pillay compiled this report...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - Friends of murder accused, Shaun Pillay say they remain shocked that he pleaded guilty to the murder of Shallcross woman, Vijalakshmi Moodley. He appeared in the Chatsworth Magistrate's Court in Durban earlier today. Pillay was a care giver to Moodley's husband Ricky who suffered a stroke two years ago. Pillay who had only six...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - Ongoing education drives are the key to curb the scourge of teenage drinking. The South African Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - SANCA - says youth need to better understand the physical and psychological risks of experimenting with alcohol. This in the wake of an incident where learners from Phoenix, north of Durban...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - A slice of goodness has brought a smile to the faces of needy children in Durban today. Child protection organisation - Childline KZN - has initiated a campaign called, "We Care" which distributes about 50 loaves of bread each week to children's homes in the province. Today the organ...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Senior Producer, Genevieve Lanka - While the eThekwini Municipality steps up security measures in Westville, concern is now being raised about escalating crime in Chatsworth, south of Durban. Chairperson of the local CPF, Jakes Singh says criminals are targeting places of worship, like temples and churches. Ear...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - There's been another serious dog attack in Durban. A man, believed to be in his 20s, was attacked last night by three dogs on Blaire Athol Road in Westville west of Durban. The man had sustained numerous bite wounds to his legs and arms. He was treated on scene for his injuries and t...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - The spotlight has fallen on illegal drag racing again. A video went viral- showing a Durban man Kuban Pather being beaten up- after he allegedly disrupted an illegal drag race. Already Durban Metro police impounded 21 alleged illegally modified cars. Taresh spoke to a Durban dra...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - Becoming a mother is seen as the a greatest joy known to any women - but when times get tough, that joy can often sour. It is with this in mind that "Mothers With Courage" is to be launched. The non-profit organisation seeks to address challenges faced by women and assist them in...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - If the Department of Health continues on the current trend - they are bound to fail in the delivery of quality health care to South Africans. That's according to lecturer at the School of Nursing and Public Health at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Dr Mergan Naidoo. He was speaki...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — Durban's inner city is rebuilding itself through integrating art in public spaces. It's part of the city's drive to bring businesses and life in full, back to its bustling CBD streets. And one young artist is using his passion to show how possible this really is. Minoshni Pillay compiled this report...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - Friends of murder accused, Shaun Pillay say they remain shocked that he pleaded guilty to the murder of Shallcross woman, Vijalakshmi Moodley. He appeared in the Chatsworth Magistrate's Court in Durban earlier today. Pillay was a care giver to Moodley's husband Ricky who suffered a str...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - Ongoing education drives are the key to curb the scourge of teenage drinking. The South African Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - SANCA - says youth need to better understand the physical and psychological risks of experimenting with alcohol. This in the wake of an incident w...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - In a drought struck region like South Africa - wetlands become that cushion desperately needed to prolong the dire effects of drought. Wetlands are water intense areas - like ponds, lakes and marshes. This accumulation of water ensures that moisture is retained to the ecosystem - even in times of drought. Today is World...

SABC News and Current Affairs — The eThekwini metro police has warned motorists to reverse illegal modifications on their vehicles or run the risk of being pulled over and having their cars impounded. This comes after 21 allegedly illegally modified vehicles were impounded at the weekend in a raid at a well-known street racing spot. Last week, a motorist was allegedly assaulted by drag racers afte...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - A factory owner and 35 illegal immigrants will appear in the Chatsworth Magistrates Court, south of Durban today. This after a joint operation by crime intelligence members, the Durban Public Order Police and Home Affairs officials in Silverglen. Police, acting on information, carried out a surprise inspection at the three stor...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - The South African Banking Risk Information Centre or SABRIC has confirmed that the message doing it's rounds on social media - warning the public about banking fraud is in itself fraud. The message, allegedly from the South Africa Police Service, warns people about a fraudulent SMS they will receive that looks similar to a...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Residents from Verulam, north of Durban say they are living in fear, following the increase of burglaries in the area. According to Private security firm - Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the Everest Heights community has been most affected. Director Prem Balram has told Newsbreak that over four households targeted daily. B...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - In a drought struck region like South Africa - wetlands become that cushion desperately needed to prolong the dire effects of drought. Wetlands are water intense areas - like ponds, lakes and marshes. This accumulation of water ensures that moisture is retained to the ecosystem...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — The eThekwini metro police has warned motorists to reverse illegal modifications on their vehicles or run the risk of being pulled over and having their cars impounded. This comes after 21 allegedly illegally modified vehicles were impounded at the weekend in a raid at a well-known street racing spot. Last week, a motorist...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Maya Jagjivan - A factory owner and 35 illegal immigrants will appear in the Chatsworth Magistrates Court, south of Durban today. This after a joint operation by crime intelligence members, the Durban Public Order Police and Home Affairs officials in Silverglen. Police, acting on information, carried...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Prabashini Moodley - The South African Banking Risk Information Centre or SABRIC has confirmed that the message doing it's rounds on social media - warning the public about banking fraud is in itself fraud. The message, allegedly from the South Africa Police Service, warns people about a fraudulent SM...

SABC News and Current Affairs — Lotus FM — SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Residents from Verulam, north of Durban say they are living in fear, following the increase of burglaries in the area. According to Private security firm - Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the Everest Heights community has been most affected. Director Prem Balram has told Newsbreak...

SABC News and Current Affairs — by Newsbreak Producers - CCTV cameras have been installed and police visibility increased in Westville, Durban. This after over 1,500 concerned residents met with eThekwini Municipality Deputy Mayor Fawzia Peer last week to discuss ways to combat the escalating crime in the area. In the latest incident, a private security guard was shot dead by armed suspects in the...