#PODCAST Zero tolerance drinking and driving proposal welcomed by SANCA

By Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel Transport Minister Barbara Creecy is pushing for a zero-tolerance drinking and driving law proposed through the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill. This after analysis has proven that drinking and driving largely contributes to road fatalities in the country. Therap…

#PODCAST MATRIC 2025 HIGH ACHIEVERS SHARE THEIR SECRETS TO SUCCESS

By Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel Despite many challenges the Matric Class of 2025 has bagged a historic national pass rate of 88% – making it the highest in the country's history. But, how did they do it? Top achievers, Yudhika Pragalath, Alicia Maharaj and Diya Hargoon provide insight into how they …

#PODCAST Sunday Times Editor S'thembiso Msomi pays tribute to renowned South African journalist William "Paddy" Harper #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - The passing of renowned journalist William Harper is a huge loss to the media industry in the country. That's according to a close industry colleague and Editor of the Sunday Times, S'thembiso Msomi. "Paddy" passed away peacefully on Saturday at the age of 58 …

#PODCAST The Association for Alcohol Responsibility and Education (AWARE.org) stress the importance of sobriety and knowing your limits #sabcnews 

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Sobriety and knowing your limits when it comes to alcohol consumption plays a huge rule in one's overall wellness. That's according to Mokebe Thulo, CEO of AWARE.org, an organisation that champions youth wellbeing. In this week's Wellness Wake-Up, Thulo points…

#PODCAST While many fear that their land will be taken away from them, experts say that's not the purpose of the Expropriation Act #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - While many South Africans fear that their land will be taken away from them- land researcher Professor Ruth Hall from the Institute of Poverty, Land, And Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape says that is not the purpose o…

#PODCAST REACTION: US President Donald Trump sends out a series of strong messages during his first week in office #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Senior Producer Taresh Harreeparshad - From denying transgender rights to banning the use of flags other than the national American one - US President Donald Trump has sent some strong messages in his first week in office. Author and activist Siya Khumalo says the rights Trump is strip…

#PODCAST The Indian Consul-General in Durban celebrate India's 76th Republic Day during a special cultural event at Kendra Hall last night #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Executive Producer Salma Patel - The Indian Consul-General in Durban celebrated India's 76th Republic Day in KwaZulu-Natal at a special dinner and cultural event at the Kendra Hall last night. India Consul-General, Dr Thelma John David, commended the strong relations developed between …

#PODCAST LOBBY GROUPS HOPEFUL AS CEASEFIRE BETWEEN ISRAEL AND HAMAS UNFOLDS

By Newsbreak Talk's Shanell Daniel The implementation of the three-phased ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has begun after 15 months of war. The agreement includes a staggered release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, a withdrawal of Israel's military to the outskirts …

#PODCAST NAVIGATING LIFE AFTER MATRIC

By Newsbreak Talk Producer/Presenter Shanell Daniel It's time for the Class of 2024 to enter into the 'real world'. While some matriculants will focus their attention on academics, others remain unsure of what the future holds. Master Life Coach, Khaled Jassat, and Creative Professional Shika Bhud…

#PODCAST MINISTER OF DEPT OF BASIC EDUCATION SPEAKS AHEAD OF 2025 ACADEMIC YEAR

By Newsbreak's Shanell Daniel - Schools face a great number of challenges including dilapidated infrastructure, a shortage of basic supplies, overcrowded classrooms, a teacher shortage and also inequalities that divide the education system. Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube addresses thes…