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#PODCAST Wellness practitioner Preshana Bhimma to launch her debut book 'The Power of the Pause' in Durban #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Prodcuer Matthew Veeran - Renowned holistic transformation practitioner and wellness entrepreneur Preshana Bhimma is set to launch her debut book* The Power of the Pause at the end of the month in Durban. Drawing on nearly two decades of international experience in subconscious rewiring, meditation and intuitive alignment - Bhimma offers up a practical way to help individuals quiet any internal "mental chatter" and navigate complex life transitions. Named among the Influential Women of the Year for 2026, her upcoming launch will highlight accessible tools for achieving inner clarity and personal mastery from the inside out... *Her debut book, The Power of the Pause, on August 30th at The White Box in Durban. Also, due to high demand, there will be another launch event set for Morningside on the 5th of September.
#PODCAST African Society for Sexual Medicine webinar to focus on women's sexual health #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - INTRO: Women's sexual health remains an important part of healthcare, yet experts say it is often overlooked in routine clinical practice. Today, the African Society for Sexual Medicine will host a webinar looking at what comprehensive care for women's sexual health should look like. The discussion will cover issues including sexual desire, fistula, midlife health and essential clinical screening. The webinar brings together specialists from South Africa and beyond to examine gaps in care and the need for a more holistic approach. One of the speakers tonight is Durban Doctor Prithy Ramlachan...
#PODCAST Babita Deokaran Bursary Scheme launched to fund medical studies for underprivileged children #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The Babita Deokaran Bursary Scheme officially launched at the 5th Anniversary of her assassination and murder. Deokaran was the whistle blower who uncovered R850-million in suspicious and fraudulent payments, as well as tender irregularities at the Tembisa Hospital. The launch at the Shree Mariammen Temple at Phoenix, north of Durban, will ensure that underprivileged children gain the support needed to study further after matriculating. The initial bursaries will give children the opportunity to study Medicine and Life Sciences at a prestigious University in India. Member of the Mt Edgecombe Arts and Cultural Council, Seelan Archary, says the bursary scheme will ensure that Babita's legacy is kept alive... *Should you want to make a contribution, please note the details: Name of Account: Mt Edgecombe Arts and Cultural Council Bank: FNB Account Number: 63071749594 Branch Code: 220629 Reference: Babita Bursary
#PODCAST Discussion | NCOP intervention resolves housing project delays at Durban's Kennedy Road #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - Concern has been raised about the way municipal projects are managed in local government. Forty-five homes at the Kennedy Road Housing Project, west of Durban were handed over last week. This followed the intervention by Parliament's National Council of Provinces- after they found the housing project completely stalled during a 2024 oversight visit. Leader of KZN's delegates to the NCOP Mzamo Billy says it's concerning when Parliament has to intervene to facilitate better governance at a local level...
#PODCAST Consumer Goods Council launch investigative series exposing SA's R1-trillion illicit economy #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Bootleg alcohol, illicit fuel, and the rampant illicit-cigarette trade endanger lives, rob businesses of income, destroy jobs, fund criminal networks, and undermine the very fabric of the country's economy and society. The reality of this serious matter is what led the Consumer Goods Council to premier a series called "Someone Always Pays". The series is an investigative piece that blows the lid off South Africa's illicit economy, which is estimated at a staggering R1-trillion. Anti-Counterfeiting Specialist, Farrel Frank, explains how the trading of illicit goods affects consumers, retailers and the economy...
#PODCAST President Cyril Ramaphosa gives ANC councillors 100-day deadline to fix local service delivery #sabcnews
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has given his party's prospective mayors and councillors 100 days to change the face of their wards and municipalities. This is contained in the 65 page ANC 2026 local government election manifesto he unveiled at Riversand Park Diepsloot north of Johannesburg on Sunday. Ramaphosa said within 100 days all ANC local government representatives must have fixed streets lights, fix potholes, stop water leaks and sewage spills. Ntebo Mokobo attended the launch and filed us this report...
#PODCAST Wellness Wakeup | How to realign your fitness goals for spring with fitness expert Rahul Govender #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - If summer bodies are made in winter- well where does that leave spring? As the temperatures start to rise- heralding the start of a new season- many are putting the spring back into their step. But how to get the body - that acclimatized to the colder months- ready for fitness renewal? In this week's Wellness Wakeup fitness expert Rahul Govender explains how spring is the ideal time to re-align your fitness goals...
Raising strong young women with the Big Sister project #sabcnews #womensmonth
-by Newsbreak's Taresh Harreeparshad. Durban based non-profit organisation Seva Bhakti Foundation wants to empower young girls this Women's Month. This is why they run the annual Big Sister project- that provides a community mentors to underprivileged girls. In addition the drive provides care packs on a monthly basis to teenage girls. In this edition of Newsbreak Talk- we learn about how a Big Sister can make all the difference in the world!
Institute of Race Relations: Poor job opportunities pushing South African's to other countries
By Newsbreak Senior Producer, Taresh Harreeparshad - According to the Institute of Race Relations (IRR) Diaspora Survey- the most common reason for South Africans to leave the country relates to poor career and economic opportunities. 39.8% of respondents surveryed claim that South Africa was not able to provide sustainable career growth. IRR strategic engagements manager Makone Maja explains that this migration for better economic prospects points to a bigger problem in South Africa...
Shri Mariamman Temple honours the 5th death anniversary of Babita Deokaran with prayer
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The Shri Mariamman Temple at Mount Edgecombe north of Durban will be hosting a prayer this Sunday marking the 5th death anniversary of whistleblower Babita Deokaran. Deokaran, who served as the acting Chief Financial Officer at the Gauteng Department of Health, was shot outside her home in the south of Johannesburg on the 23rd of August 2021, after exposing fraud and corruption within the department. Chairperson of the Shri Mariamman Temple , Seelan Archary explains....
Five suspects arrested in connection with 600-million rand drug lab in Limpopo
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - Five suspects will appear in the Musina Magistrates court next week in relation to the discovery of a drug manufacturing lab valued at around 600-million rand. Two Mexican, two Zimbabwean and one Malawian national were arrested while in the process of manufacturing drugs. Local police say more arrests are expected. SABC reporter, Katlego Nyoni is on site and brings us an update....
#PODCAST Newsbreak Fishing Report - 21 August 2026 #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Cast away with this week's Newsbreak Fishing Report, brought to you by KZN angler Sanjay Ramsarup...
#PODCAST Shallcross residents rally for community clean-up campaign to tackle pollution #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - After years of pollution and neglect, residents of Shallcross south of Durban are taking matters into their own hands. The community is rallying together this weekend for a clean-up* campaign aimed at restoring pride to the area. Residents say cleaner streets are not just about beautification, but about creating safer and healthier neighbourhoods. Director of local non-profit company, the 100-Strong Men's Movement, Marcus Richards says they are calling on residents to take ownership and work together to bring about change... *The clean-up takes place this Saturday and Sunday between 8Am and 2Pm. More information can be obtained by contacting Marcus on 076 596 4331 or by visiting the 100 Strong Men's Movement on social media.
#PODCAST Health Quality Assessment report reveals chronic disease progress but highlights critical gaps in preventive care #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - The Health Quality Assessment (HQA) has released its latest industry report covering over seven million South African medical scheme beneficiaries, revealing significant progress in chronic disease management. This includes improved diabetes monitoring and a 50% drop in teenage pregnancies since 2014. However, the data highlights major gaps in preventive care, with over 80% of eligible members missing critical cancer screenings and C-section rates remaining stubbornly high. Chairperson of the HQA's Clinical Advisory Board Professor Jacqui Miot says healthcare providers and schemes must now work together to boost preventive screening uptake and address the gaps in mental health follow-up care...
#PODCAST Nine arrested in Newcastle CBD following R1-million illegal prescription medicine bust #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Nine people have been arrested in Newcastle's CBD after authorities raided premises linked to the alleged illegal sale of prescription and scheduled medicines. About 1-million- rand worth of unregulated medication was reportedly seized at one premises, raising fresh concerns about the unlawful distribution of medicines. Shop owners have now been warned that selling prescription drugs without the necessary authorization could land them in serious trouble with the law. Regulatory compliance and law enforcement officer at the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), Masilo Mopai explains how widespread the illegal sale of prescription and scheduled medicines is...
#PODCAST KZN manufacturing sector highlighted as key driver of regional industrial growth #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - KwaZulu-Natal's manufacturing sector is being positioned as a key driver of industrialisation and economic growth. This was one of the major takeaways following Nedbank's networking session yesterday which brought together business leaders and industry specialists to examine how the province can unlock its economic potential. The focus is on expanding manufacturing beyond automotive, while strengthening investment, exports and competitiveness. National Senior Manager for Manufacturing, Takatso Sello explains...
Eyewitness takes the stand in murder trail of Ferrel and Darren Govender
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The murder trial of private security bosses Ferrel and Darren Govender is continuing in the Durban High Court. It is alleged that the accused shot and killed Durban businessman Shailen Singh at uMhlanga north of Durban in December 2024. The Govender brothers have pleaded not guilty to the charges against them. Ferrel also faces multiple additional charges, including attempted murder, assault and unlawful possession of a firearm. SABC reporter, Taliesha Naidoo is at court and joins us on the line....
Concerns raised over trend of regulation flouting in the construction industry
By Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - The Public Works and Infrastructure Department has found a trend of the flouting of laws and regulations in the construction industry. The report released by Minister Dean Macpherson earlier today comes after several building collapses across the country in the recent past. Among them is the Ormonde building collapse in Johannesburg which claimed the lives of nine construction workers earlier in the year. In Doornkop, Soweto a building collapse claimed the lives of three people while in Verulam north of Durban, a temple collapse recently claimed five lives. SABC reporter, Thato Letsaba was there and brings us an update.....
#PODCAST Impeachment committee seeks legal advice after President Ramaphosa objects to the proposed evidence leader #sabcnews
Parliament's Impeachment committee has resolved to obtain legal advice after it received a letter from President Cyril Ramaphosa, wherein he raised reservations about the evidence leader the committee has decided on. In its last meeting the committee resolved to recommend advocate Thandazani Madonsela SC to Speaker Thoko Didiza for appointment. In a letter Ramaphosa raises his reservations in terms of two instances of conflict of interest. He says he removed Madonsela as appointee to the Judicial Service Commission shortly after the 2022 interviews for the appointment of the Chief Justice and therefore, there is a reasonable apprehension that Madonsela may harbour a sense of grievance towards him. His second reservation relates to public comments that Madonsela made with regards to the Phala Phala theft during an engagement with the ANC. Zalene Merrington reports...
#PODCAST Crossmoor station engineering upgrade to boost Chatsworth rail transport #sabcnews
By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - Commuters from Chatsworth south of Durban can look forward to improved public transport, following a major upgrade at Crossmoor train station. The upgrade includes a new diamond crossing that will allow trains to travel at up to 60 kilometres per hour, up from 15. Further improvements are expected to enable trains to run in both directions just 10 minutes apart. The investment is aimed at making rail travel faster, more reliable and a better option for thousands of commuters who depend on public transport. COO of the rail manufacturer voestalpine SA, Paul Springorum says this was a very unique engineering design and installation process due to the limited space and curves of the site...
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