ECR Newswatch Interviews
Hear the latest news soundbytes or interviews from KZN's No. 1 news team: East Coast Radio Newswatch. © East Coast Radio.
Scottsville pothole starts to grow on locals
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Residents in Pietermaritzburg are known not to beat about the bush when it comes to the state of some of their roads. But one gaping pothole in Scottsville has been there for so long that it’s starting to grow on the locals. Some residents of Scottsville have seemingly taken a…
RASA warns of dire consequences if proposed zero-tolerance alcohol law passes
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The Restaurant Association of South Africa says zero-tolerance alcohol laws risk punishing the economy instead of fixing behaviour. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has proposed a total ban on drinking and getting behind the wheel, saying it's driving carnage on the roads. CEO Wendy Alberts says stronger accountability would restore respect…
Drunk driving under scrutiny as government considers zero alcohol limit
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Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has proposed a total ban on drinking before driving, saying the country's laws are outdated. Currently, South African law allows a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 grams per 100 millilitres.
KZN dairy farmer loses entire herd to FMD outbreak
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A KwaZulu-Natal dairy farmer says foot-and-mouth disease has torn through his entire herd of 1,300 cattle.
Mariemuthoo Arumugam's Brother reacting to his killer's sentencing
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The family of a KwaDukuza traffic officer who was shot dead during a taxi robbery two years ago, says it has found some closure.
Kouga resident ready to evacuate dogs as fires rage
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One of the affected residents in Kouga says he has spent sleepless nights ready to flee as flames inch closer. Sebastian Pretorius, who owns a dog hotel named Bon Temps Doggy Lodge in St Francis Bay, says the flames are just a few kilometres from his front gate.
Phoenix community demands justice for slain CPF member
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The community of Phoenix is demanding justice following the killing of a local policing forum member.
UKZN Pharmacy students on edge over internship pause
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Final-year pharmacy students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal say they are worried about their future career prospects. UKZN Association of Pharmacy Students says the uncertainty over internships is causing unnecessary stress and anxiety among students.
Discovery Health claims error: Members may owe thousands after miscalculations
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Questions remain over whether Discovery Health has any legal standing to demand money from medical aid members whose claims were incorrectly paid because of a system error. The scheme says it's discovered that the glitch caused claims for over-the-counter drugs and prescription medication to be paid out of medical savings…
New app empowers residents to report, track service delivery issues
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From potholes to power cuts, a new app is putting service delivery directly into the hands of residents. The app, My Street Champion, was created by Durban North community activist Sam Reddy.
Eight sleeps to school: Psychologist urges bedtime rese
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With eight more sleeps until schools reopen on 14 January, an educational psychologist has encouraged parents to consider resetting their children's bedtime routines. Nicola Buhr says moving children's bedtime earlier by 15 to 30 minutes each night, for at least a week or two, can help ease the transition, ahead…
Study finds stargazing can ease depression and boost mental wellbeing
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Researchers are turning to the night sky for ways to improve mental health. Stargazing has been found to reduce symptoms of depression and strengthen social connection.
Extended podcast with DA's Haniff Hoosen and ActionSA's Zwakele Mncwango
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A court ruling on the sewage situation in eThekwini has been hailed as a victory for the city's residents. The Pietermaritzburg High Court on Thursday found the municipality in breach of environmental management laws.
uShaka tracks rehabilitated turtle after release into wild
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uShaka Sea World says it’s monitoring a loggerhead sea turtle’s first movement in the ocean. The marine reptile called DJ was stranded as a hatchling on Muizenberg Beach in the Western Cape in 2011.
Greytown couple hails daughter’s recovery after serious injury as miracle
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A KZN Midlands family says the recovery of their six-year-old daughter from a serious head injury came down to the skill of her medical team and what they describe as a miracle.
Chaos in KZN Legislature after no confidence vote fails
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There's been chaos in the KZN Legislature after the no-confidence vote failed. Take a listen here.
KZN blood stocks at risk over festive season, SANBS urges donations
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The South African National Blood Service in KwaZulu-Natal says it expects blood stocks to drop from next week as more people go on holiday. It says it requires 3,500 units of blood daily, while it requires 10,000 O-group units of blood weekly.
Forensic probe launched after matric exam leak traced to national officials
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A forensic investigation will be conducted into the matric exam breach. Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has revealed that pupils at seven schools in Pretoria had access to Maths, Physical Science and English papers before they were written. It was the markers who suspected there had been a leak.
Risenga Maluleke Statistician-General of South Africa
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A Stats SA report has revealed South Africa is making strides in the fight against poverty. It examined poverty between 2006 and 2023 and shed light on how it's evolved over nearly two decades. It found that 37.9% of South Africans or about 23 million people were considered poor in…
KZN man wheels 190km to champion dignity, accessibility
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A KwaZulu-Natal man has pushed his wheelchair to the limit. Muzi Fodo became paralysed in 2013 after being involved in a car crash. Twelve years later, he's gone on a mission to help others have access to wheelchairs. He wheeled nearly 190 kilometres from Harding to Durban for the cause.