-by Newsbreak's Taresh Harreeparshad.

From mass murders on an Australian beach to a brazen attack on a popular local DJ- crime this festive season has left everyone gob-smacked. What triggers crime during the festive season? And most importantly- how do you keep yourself safe? Criminologist Prof. Nirmala Gopal explains how crime can find a fertile breeding ground- as everyone let's their guard down during the festive season.

-by Newsbreak's Taresh Harreeparshad.
From mass murders on an Australian beach to a brazen attack on a popular local DJ- crime this festive season has left everyone gob-smacked. What triggers crime during the festive season? And most importantly- how do you keep yourself safe? Criminologist Prof. Nirmala Gopal explains how crime can find a fertile breeding ground- as everyone let's their guard down during the festive season.

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by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - As the country gears up for the final festive push, the business of laughter is taking center stage. While many are tightening their belts, the local entertainment industry is banking on family friendly relief to wrap up a tough 2025. Award winning Journalist turned comedian, Carvin H. Goldstone or better known as Uncle Juggie will perform at Wild Coast Sun for three nights at the Tropical Nites Theatre from the 28th to the 30th of December. Known for his strictly 'no-swearing' style, Goldstone's 'Uncle Juggie Christmas' mission is simple, and that to rescue the holidays from 'too much niceness' through the lens of South African family chaos. Newsbreak secured an exclusive interview with Goldstone...

 

by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - As the country gears up for the final festive push, the business of laughter is taking center stage. While many are tightening their belts, the local entertainment industry is banking on family friendly relief to wrap up a tough 2025. Award winning Journalist turned comedian, Carvin H. Goldstone or better known as Uncle Juggie will perform at Wild Coast Sun for three nights at the Tropical Nites Theatre from the 28th to the 30th of December. Known for his strictly 'no-swearing' style, Goldstone's 'Uncle Juggie Christmas' mission is simple, and that to rescue the holidays from 'too much niceness' through the lens of South African family chaos. Newsbreak secured an exclusive interview with Goldstone...
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#PODCAST Family friendly comedy takes festive spotlight as uncle Juggie brings laughs to Wild Coast Sun #sabcnews 

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo -  In a bid to foster greater socio-economic growth and trade relations, Fly Vetiv'Air and LIFT airlines have collaborated to start direct flights between Durban and Réunion Island from February 2026. Réunion Island is a located in the Indian Ocean near Mauritius and is popularly known for its volcanic activity, picturesque mountain ranges, coral reefs and beaches. The flight will be approximately 3 hours non-stop. Chairman and Managing Director of Fly Vetiv'Air, Vijay Poonoosamy says the buy in from KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and other stakeholders has been well received for its opportunity to unlock various economic doors...

 

by Newsbreak Producer, Tashlan Naidoo - &nbsp;In a bid to foster greater socio-economic growth and trade relations, Fly Vetiv'Air and LIFT airlines have collaborated to start direct flights between Durban and R&eacute;union Island from February 2026. R&eacute;union Island is a located in the Indian Ocean near Mauritius and is popularly known for its volcanic activity, picturesque mountain ranges, coral reefs and beaches. The flight will be approximately 3 hours non-stop. Chairman and Managing Director of Fly Vetiv'Air, Vijay Poonoosamy says the buy in from KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and other stakeholders has been well received for its opportunity to unlock various economic doors...
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#PODCAST Direct flights between Durban and Réunion Island will begin from February 2026 #sabcnews 

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by Newsbreak Producer, Taliesha Naidoo - South African workplaces are falling short on disability inclusion, despite clear legal obligations under the Employment Equity Act and global commitments. That's according to Professor Armand Bam, Head of Social Impact at Stellenbosch Business School. The latest Commission for Employment Equity report shows persons with disabilities make up just 1.4% of the workforce, far below the national 3% target - with even lower representation in senior leadership. Professor Bam warns that awareness is not enough as measurable action is urgently needed to move from compliance to true inclusion.....
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