#PODCAST The UK demands tech firms block explicit images for minors - or face massive fines #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Produer Matthew Veeran - The UK government has issued a three-month ultimatum to major tech firms, demanding they implement software updates to block under-18s from sending or viewing explicit images on smartphones and tablets. Ministers warned that failure to comply will result in fre…

#PODCAST South Africans urged to prepare early for the incoming tax season - to avoid penalties and delays #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - As tax season approaches, South Africans are being encouraged to prepare early to avoid unnecessary delays, penalties and frustration. Durban based Chartered Accountant, Professor Dilip Garach has urged taxpayers to familiarise themselves with the tax system a…

#PODCAST Unemployment Crisis: TransUnion GCC demand workplace experience shift to bridge the skills gap #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - With the unemployment rate at 32.7%, calls are being made for a more practical approach to bridge the disconnect between education and employability. Employment Hub, the Global Capability Centre (GCC) Africa, under TransUnion says the lack of work-place experi…

#PODCAST KZN police launch investigation after human skulls and bones are found at a Durban dumping site #sabcnews

Police in KwaZulu-Natal are investigating the discovery of human bones and skulls at an illegal dumping site in KwaMakutha, near Isipingo, south of Durban. The remains were reportedly found by waste pickers operating in the area. According to reports, the bones and skulls were wrapped in blankets a…

#PODCAST Informal traders demand protection from criminals looting during anti-illegal immigrant marches #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The National Informal Traders Association of South Africa - NITASA - has hit out at criminal elements that rob, loot or steal from traders during anti-illegal immigrant marches across the country. NITASA says that informal traders and even small busines…

#PODCAST Health concerns mount as a severe, COVID-like winter respiratory virus spreads through Durban #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Hoosen Ebrahim - Health concerns are mounting in Durban as residents report a severe flu-like virus spreading during the winter season. The illness is said to present with symptoms including persistent coughing, nasal congestion, fatigue and other respiratory complications sim…

#PODCAST South African girls' Street Child World Cup squad returns home after a historic semi-final run #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - As World Cup fever continues ahead of the start of the tournament, Team South Africa's girls' squad has returned home following an unforgettable semi-final run at the Street Child World Cup in Mexico. Selected by the Sporting Chance Development Foundation, the…

#PODCAST Ahmed Kathrada Foundation (AKF) warns of possible chaos - as civic groups vow to continue with citizen arrests #sabcnews 

By Newsbreak Producer Tashlan Naidoo - The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation is concerned that chaos could ensue should Government not decisively deal with illegal-immigration in the country. This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a five point plan to deal with the issue. The plan, includes c…

#PODCAST March and March commit to peaceful protesting following President Ramaphosa's warning on destabilisation #sabcnews

March and March founder - Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma - says her movement will not resort to violence in their campaign for undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country. March and March has been among the organizations who have been holding marches in various parts of the country. Addressing the na…

#PODCAST The Impilo Project deploy AI stethoscopes for taster tuberculosis (TB) screening in Cape Town #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The Impilo Project recently facilitated a health screening day at Marconi Beam Primary School in Joe Slovo, an informal settlement in Cape Town. The initiative provided a first look at the cutting-edge future of Tuberculosis (TB) detection. Through collaborati…