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Weather Service issue several warnings for KZN
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued an orange level 6 warning for significant impact and disruptive rainfall for several areas in KwaZulu-Natal today. It says the province will experience wet weather conditions throughout the weekend. Senior Weather Forecaster, Wiseman Dlamini explains....
Kokstad residents plead for help amid claims of a spate of kidnappings and murders
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Residents of Kokstad, in the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal are calling for urgent intervention in the area, following what they claim is a spate of kidnappings and senseless killings. It's believed multiple people have been reported missing since the start of the year, including minors. SABC News Reporter Taliesha Naidoo is there and tells us more.....
#PODCAST Heritage Month | Exploring the history and taste behind koeksisters and koesisters #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - In our Heritage Month focus: Did you know that there is actually a difference between a koeksister and a koessister? The difference has to do with texture, shape, flavour and heritage of the popular teatime treat, that has now become a staple on the South African Heritage Food menu. Ismail Mahomed, Director for the Centre for Creative Arts at UKZN and a self-proclaimed foodie, says the sweet koeksister is now being sought out as much as the popular Durban Bunny Chow...
#PODCAST Ekurhuleni | Government defends advising women to take safety precautions amid public backlash #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Fear and anxiety are mounting among women in Ekurhuleni following the discovery of yet another female body. The number of women killed in a series of brutal attacks since July in Ekurhuleni has risen to nine. Some of the victims found in different parts of the metro, were decomposed and others showing signs of violence. The latest victim was a woman believed to be in her early 20s, whose body was discovered in the bushes near a railway line in Villa Liza Extension Four, Boksburg, in the early hours of yesterday. Meanwhile, the South African government has responded to the criticism over women being told to take precautionary measures to keep themselves safe as investigations continue. Many women have asked: why are they always told to change the way they live. Deputy Government spokesperson William Baloyi explains that while the multidisciplinary specialised team continues its investigations - it is wise to take precautions...
#PODCAST Road Accident Fund (RAF) to host direct community outreach drive in Ulundi #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The Road Accident Fund (RAF) will take its services directly to residents of the Zululand District at a community outreach programme in Ulundi next Saturday. The initiative will give claimants an opportunity to register new claims, check the status of existing claims and submit outstanding compliance documents. Residents are advised to bring their ID documents, accident reports and medical reports, where available. RAF Manager for Campaigns Management, Khathu Magadani, says the outreach is aimed at making services more accessible to communities...
#PODCAST Emeris Community Law Clinic offer free will drafting in Durban North and Verulam as National Wills Week wraps up #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - With National Wills Week wrapping up today, the Emeris Community Law Clinic Durban is offering free basic will drafting services to the public at the Verulam Magistrate's Court and its Durban North offices. The drive comes as recent survey data reveals that only 28 percent of South Africans currently possess a valid will, leaving many families exposed to administrative delays and legal conflicts upon a loved one's passing. Clinic Director Nicole Laljit urges residents to take advantage of the initiative to ensure their estates and assets are distributed according to their exact intentions...
#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - 18 September 2026 #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Cast away with this week's Newsbreak Fishing Report, brought to you by KZN angler Sanjay Ramsarup...
LGE2026: Minority Front launches manifesto in Durban
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The Minority Front (MF) has vowed to tackle ailing infrastructure in eThekwini with urgency. The party launched its manifesto in Durban this morning. Leader and eThekwini mayoral candidate Shameem Thakur-Rajbansi says addressing the water crisis and the scourge of drug abuse among the youth is also high on its agenda. The party has registered 65 candidates ahead of the November 4th Local Government Elections. SABC reporter, Celumusa Zulu is at the launch and brings us an update....
Ekurhuleni Murders: Women in Durban say enough is enough
By Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - The Umhlanga Women's Association in Durban says enough is enough. The organisation says they can not allow women to sit back and wait for someone to save them- as more and more reports of femicide emerge. Chairperson Praneetha Aniruth says they will be holding a self-defence and situational awareness talk at Umhlanga Park Square tomorrow (Friday)...
#PODCAST Durban Girls' Secondary School (DGSS) alumnae unveil upgraded facilities as part of a grand reunion and legacy project #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The alumnae of Durban Girls' Secondary School at Greyville from 1950 to 1999, have gone undertaken a project to renovate the sick bay, water tankers and 18 new toilet facilities at the school. Following the successful grand reunion last year, the steering committee decided to leave a legacy at the school. The nostalgia was palpable as several past pupils met after several years post matric at he institution then known as Durban Indian Girls High School. These alumnae were happy to be part of the plaque unveiling and reunion...
#PODCAST Literacy Month | Durban NGO launches drive to put physical books into children's hands #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tracy Valaydham - As South Africa celebrates Literacy Month, concerns are being raised about the lack of basic reading for millions of underprivileged children. A Durban based NGO - Environment and Language Education Trust (ELET) - is partnering with a well-known publishing house to help children develop a love for reading beyond the classroom. The organisation says the initiative aims to put quality reading materials into the hands of children and communities. ELET Director, Nareshini Ranganthan says children need the opportunity to experience the value of physically engaging with the pages of a book in order to develop a lasting love for reading...
#PODCAST Durban FilmMart Institute expands 17th edition with new animation and wildlife strands #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Durban FilmMart Institute has unveiled an expanded line-up for its 17th edition, introducing three new industry strands focused on animation, impact producing and natural world storytelling. Developed alongside key partners including the Cape Town International Animation Festival and Nature, Environment and Wildlife Filmmakers, the new programming aims to tackle critical industry challenges around studio infrastructure, funding and environmental advocacy. Durban FilmMart Institute Director Magdalene Reddy highlighted that these strategic collaborations reinforce the platform's commitment to strengthening the broader African filmmaking ecosystem... ** The 17th edition runs in Durban from the 9th to the 12th of October 2026.
#PODCAST Ekurhuleni placed on lockdown today following murder of NINE women #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The murder of nine* women in Ekurhuleni over the last two months has prompted experts to raise concern that these cases may be connected. While police have not confirmed a connection, experts believe there are several similarities in some of the cases, including the proximity of the discoveries and manner in which they were murdered among others. Police have offered a 400-thousand-rand reward for information, while authorities say the City of Ekurhuleni will be locked down from today. Research Associate at the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies at Wits University, Dr Lisa Vetten explains... * UPDATE: 08:15 Police have confirmed finding another body of a woman in bushes at Dawn Park in Boksburg east of Johannesburg. This brings to nine the number of women's bodies found in Ekurhuleni since July this year. Officers are currently on the scene.
#PODCAST Suspected poacher killed by elephant herd in Kruger National Park #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - A suspected poacher died after allegedly entering the Kruger National Park illegally and encountering a herd of elephants. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday after two men crossed into the park through the Pafuri area. The death has once again highlighted the serious and ongoing threat posed by poaching in South Africa's protected areas, with authorities expected to issue a stern warning to individuals and organised groups involved in wildlife crime. The incident is a reminder that illegal entry into protected areas carries significant risks, while also underscoring the continued determination to protect South Africa's wildlife from poaching syndicates. Spokesperson for South African National Parks (SANParks), JP Louw explains...
Ekurhuleni Murders: Expert believes sole perpetrator behind murder of 8 women
By Newsbreak Executive Producer, Salma Patel - A police manhunt is under way for potential killers or persons of interest following the discovery of the bodies of eight women in Gauteng. One suspect was arrested in July in connection with the discovery of the first body. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says law enforcement will focus resources at Kempton Park and surrounding areas east of Gauteng in the coming weeks, adding that the area would be under lockdown. Police have also stated that its still too early to link these cases to a serial killer. UKZN Criminologist, Professor Nirmala Gopal explains the characteristics of a serial killer.....
Ekurhuleni Murders: Gauteng Premier vows all available resources to get justice for slain women
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says there will be a lockdown within the City of Ekurhuleni tomorrow following the murders of eight women in the area over the last two months. He says the province will use all available resources to ensure those responsible for the murders are brought to justice. The Premier was speaking during a local Government update in Johannesburg this morning. SABC reporter, Luyanda Danca is there and tells us more...
#PODCAST DALRO extends application deadline for 2026 Visual Arts Merit Award #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Dramatic, Artistic and Literary Rights Organisation (DALRO) has extended the application deadline for its 2026 Visual Arts Merit Award to Friday the 18th of September 2026. Targeted at unrepresented South African visual artists aged 18 to 35, the initiative provides selected finalists with comprehensive professional mentorship, exhibition opportunities and fully funded residencies. Organisers granted the extension following high demand and requests from prospective applicants needing additional time to complete their submission proposals. Laz Serobe is the Managing Director of DALRO… *Applications for the 2026 DALRO Visual Arts Merit Award remain open. EXTENDED DEADLINE: Friday, 18 September 2026 (No entry fee) Apply: www.dalro.co.za/VAMA Email: applications@dalro.co.za
#PODCAST Police offer R400k reward after an EIGHTH women is found dead in Ekurhuleni #sabcnews
Police have offered a cash reward of 400-thousand rand for anyone who would come forward with information that could lead to arrests in the Ekurhuleni murder cases. This reward offer was announced by police during a media briefing on measures to apprehend the perpetrators of the Ekurhuleni killings. This comes after the bodies of eight women were found in the Ekurhuleni Municipal area in less than two months. Police say although they do not want to treat the cases as linked incidents, until investigations prove otherwise, they need every help they can get. Horisani Sithole reports…
#PODCAST Scottburgh animal shelter "4 Paws and a Tale Rescue" make urgent plea for funding as costs mount #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - The Scottburgh-based animal rescue organisation "4 Paws and a Tale Rescue" are appealing for urgent financial support as it battles to keep caring for animals in need. The volunteer organisation says it needs funding for food, medical treatment, sterilisation and daily running costs - as they are without government funding. Founder Nicky Koekemoer says their operations face mounting costs and they do not under any circumstance want to turn away animals needing help....
#PODCAST Rennies Travel launches tech initiative to support small travel agencies #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Keeping up with rapidly evolving technology can mean the difference between staying competitive and being left behind for smaller travel businesses. The new 'Latitude' program, developed by travel agency Rennies Travel Experiences is now giving established independent consultants access to the technology and infrastructure. The program offers access to global rates, faster pricing, operational support and training, tools that can give smaller agencies a bigger edge. As Tourism Month shines a light on entrepreneurship in the sector, Senior Operations Manager at Rennies BCD Travel, Phetogo Kubheka explains how this program leverages technology to help level the playing field for smaller travel businesses...
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