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#PODCAST Newsbreak angling report #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - Sanjay Ramsarup wraps up the angling report, letting you know where the fish are biting..
#PODCAST eThekwini municipality urges Durban beach goers to use child armbands to prevent holiday separations
by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The eThekwini Municipality is urging bathers making use of Durban beaches to utilize its armband service for children should they be separated from their families. The armbands will contain crucial details of parents or guardians and can be secured at various marked points along Durban beaches. Around 200-thousand armbands have been procured. Child minders will be present to assist any family, while beach guides and extra security personnel have been deployed to ensure minimal incidents. Senior Law Enforcement Officer at eThekwini Municipality, Princess Xulu says it is very common for children to become separated from their families during this time of the year due to the high number of bathers, but so far, the numbers are lower than the previous year....
#PODCAST #SADAG urge emotional support and mindful spending as festive season fuels anxiety and loneliness #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - The holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration, but for many, it brings loneliness, anxiety and mounting financial pressure. Expectations to spend, social isolation, and unresolved personal challenges can intensify feelings of depression during this period. Aimee Naidoo, a counselling facilitator at the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) says these emotions are more common than we realize. She is urging people to seek support, manage spending wisely and prioritize emotional wellbeing during the festive season....
#PODCAST #BeachBuzz Thousands head to KZN beaches on boxing day as lifesavers step up safety patrols #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Authorities anticipate a bumper beach day as thousands are expected to spend Boxing Day at beaches across the country. In KwaZulu-Natal, lifesavers and police will be on high alert to minimize the risk of accidents and drownings. Let's get more details in today's Beach Buzz report from Director of Media at Lifesaving South Africa, Dhaya Sewduth
#PODCAST South African consumers lose R2-billion to online scams as festive season fraud surges #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - South African consumers have lost around two-billion rand to online scams over the past year. This is according to the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC), who say the number could be much higher due to some cases not being reported. Insurance Company, iTOO Special Risks are warning consumers to be extra cautious when shopping online and to verify should a deal seem too good to be true. Product Head for Cyber, Lwando Cwane says they have noticed a significant uptick in such crimes occurring during the festive season as people look to get last minute shopping done....
#PODCAST #BeachBuzz Alcohol at the beach raises drowning and accident risks #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - From hidden rip currents to extreme heat, adding alcohol to the mix can turn a fun outing into a dangerous situation. On today's Beach Buzz, we take a closer look at why drinking at the beach increases the risk of accidents, drownings and poor decision-making with Director of Media at Lifesaving South Africa, Dhaya Sewduth…
#PODCAST Three suspected hitmen in court after KZN police seize unlicensed guns in KwaDabeka #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Three suspected hitmen are expected to appear in the Pinetown Magistrates Court today. This after the suspects were arrested in KwaDabeka for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition on Monday. Acting on intelligence, KwaZulu-Natal police carried out a targeted evening operation in the eZimbileni area, where five unlicensed pistols and dozens of rounds of ammunition were recovered. The suspects are also believed to be linked to a spate of armed robberies and other criminal activities in the Clermont and KwaMashu areas. KZN police spokesperson Lieutenant Paul Magwaza with more details....
#PODCAST Durban metro police warn motorists as roadblocks intensify during festive influx #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Metro Police in Durban says officers are out in full force and are cautioning motorists to obey the rules of the road as there will be ongoing roadblocks. Spokesperson, Colonel Boysie Zungu says police cannot demand payment for fines at a roadblock, and motorists should know their rights when being stopped. Zungu says law enforcement officers will provide 24/7 patrols at places such as highways and beaches given the influx of visitors to Durban..
#PODCAST #BeachBuzz Rip Currents: The Silent Danger
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - As South Africans head to the coastline this festive season, lifesavers are raising the alarm about one of the ocean's most dangerous and misunderstood threats - rip currents. Often invisible to the untrained eye, rip currents can pull even strong swimmers away from shore in seconds, and are responsible for the majority of beach rescues and drownings nationwide. On today's Beach Buzz, we speak to Lifesaving South Africa's Director of Media - Dhaya Sewduth - about how to spot a rip current, and what to do if find yourself caught in one.....
#PODCAST Wild Coast Sun Marketing Manager crowned transcontinental 2026, inspiring women through community leadership #sabcnews
by Newsbreaks Hoosen Ebrahim - From the shores of the Wild Coast to the global stage in the United States, a local marketing leader is making waves. Cynthia Dumakude, the resort Marketing Manager at Wild Coast Sun, has officially been crowned Transcontinental 2026. This victory is a celebration of a single mother's journey from a rural village to international stardom. Her win highlights the power of purpose driven leadership and the impact of her extensive community work back home, donating over a 1000 shoes and uplifting rural communities. In an exclusive interview with Newsbreak, Dumakude explains how she would use this new title to inspire women across the continent
#PODCAST Lifesaving South Africa urges guarded swimming after teen drowns at Umdloti beach #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - Lifesaving South Africa is warning beach goers to ONLY swim where lifeguards are on duty. This after the body of a missing 17-year-old washed ashore on Sunday at the Umdloti beach in KwaZulu-Natal's north coast. It is understood that the teenager was swimming with three other people near a tidal pool at the same beach when they got into difficulty. Lifeguards managed to save his friends, but were unable to save the boy. Dhaya Sewduth - Director of Media at Lifesaving South Africa says beach conditions are unpredictable due to on shore winds and spring tides.
#PODCAST Durban teenager, Farah Seedat wins Karate silver medal for team South Africa in Angola #sabcnews
By Newsbreaks Hoosen Ebrahim - Today we track the journey of Team SA at the 2025 African Youth Games in Luanda, Angola. This morning, we joined by a young woman making major waves on the continental stage. At just 15 years old, Durban Girls College learner, Farah Seedat has traded the quiet halls of school for the high-stakes of international karate. After a transition to Shotokan karate just last year, she's already proving her mettle, securing a silver medal in Team Kata. In an exclusive interview with Newsbreak, Farah explains what she hopes to achieve in transforming the sport moving into the future...
#PODCAST Experts doubt under-16 social media ban would work in South Africa #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - Would a social media ban for children under the age of 16 work in South Africa- as we have seen in Australia? According to University of Pretoria's Centre for Human Rights banning children from accessing social media is a political shortcut that ignores the real source of harm: platform design and business models. Earlier this month Australia imposed a ban on children using social media- saying it will reduce the negative impact of social media encouraging young people to spend more time on screens while also distributing content that can harm their health and wellbeing. Doctoral Researcher in Child Digital Rights Belinda Matore says she's skeptical
#PODCAST Tavern safety summit planned after Bekkersdal mass shooting kills nine people #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The National Liquor Traders is hosting a Tavern Safety Summit in Gauteng tomorrow in a bid to enforce compliance and curb violence during the festive period. This follows the murder of nine people who were shot dead at the KwaNoxolo tavern in the Tambo section of Bekkersdal West of Johannesburg. Ten other people were injured in the attack, which took place on Sunday morning. Police have launched a manhunt for about TEN suspects, with police visibility intensified in the area. The motive for the shooting remains unknown. Convener of the National Liquor Traders, Lucky Ntimane says locals now fear for their lives and they are concerned that this will scare patrons away from taverns...
#PODCAST Criminologist says the state of a hyped mindset adds to increased illegal activity #Festivesafety #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - Criminologist Prof. Nirmala Gopal says that increased crime activity during the festive season may be attributed to a state of hype that exists during the holiday. She explains how taking a minute to calm down may save lives
#PODCAST Festive cheer comes with legal warnings for holidaymakers #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - While the festive season is a time to be merry - it is also a time to be wise, legal wise. According to Senior Attorney, Revonia Royappen Pillay, holidaymakers need to remember that breaking the law will have ramifications which could include being arrested. Pillay explains the legalities one should be aware of this festive season...
#PODCAST Africa's first social media ecosystem dubbed #WhipIT set to be launched this weekend #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - Africa's first social media ecosystem is set to be launched on December 27th in Durban. WhipIT, an innovative digital application brings together a real-time Jukebox Mode for venues, geo-activated rewards and integrated event and commerce tools amongst other features. CEO and Founder of WhipIT, Pashkiran Reddy, explains how the app works
#PODCAST Three Durban beaches reopen after pollution closure #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Producer, Shanell Daniel - The eThekwini Municipality says three of the four beaches which were closed due to high levels of e-coli and other pollutants, have now been reopened. Battery Beach, eThekwini Beach and Country Club Beach are once again open to the public. This statement by eThekwini Municipality voiced by Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel...
#PODCAST Wentworth hostage drama ends with arrest - child and partner are both unharmed #sabcnews
by Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - A man was arrested yesterday after he allegedly held his child and partner hostage in Wentworth, south of Durban. According to ALS Paramedics the incident seemed to have stemmed from a domestic dispute. The man held his young child and female partner hostage for more than four hours in a car. They were eventually released one after the other, unharmed with help from hostage negotiators. ALS Paramedics spokesman in Durban, Garrith Jamieson was on the scene...
Celebrate FRIENDS-MAS with Newsbreak Talk #MerryChristmas #sabcnews
-by Newsbreak's Taresh Harreeparshad This Christmas Newsbreak Talk decided to host our very own Friends-Mas: a Christmas get-together to celebrate Friendship. This was a special holiday take on how friends become family. Newsbreak Talk's Shanell Daniel was flanked by her "besties" Taliesha Naidoo and Sherzana Moonsamy- who all shared why the spirit of friendship warms hearts during the festive season. And to make it more special Pastor Glen Nagoor from the Gateway Church brought in his Praise and Worship team to make our celebrations more memorable....
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