ECR Newswatch interviews and soundbytes
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Millions lost due to drawn-out protests - Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce's Andy Horton says while they acknowledge people's right to protest - they believe some service delivery demonstrations are being used as a political tool.
Booysen describes business deals between businessman, Toshan Panday and police force
Johan Booysen has told the State Capture Commission former KZN police commissioner, Mmamonye Ngobeni was adamant to stop an investigation into national police officials and politically linked businessman, Toshan Panday. This is the same investigation McBride said the NPA failed to prosecute during his time at IPID.
Vote out inefficient leaders, says DA
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"Because of the youth, EFF will surprise many"
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Four Paws South Africa's Fiona Miles speaks of how Mota, and Pisa are settling in at LIONSROCK
Motan and Pisa - named by rescuers, animal welfare group Four Paws South Africa - landed at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg on Wednesday - to be transfered to their forever home at Lionsrock, Free State. Four Paws South Africa's Fiona Miles has described the cats' first reactions to…
Rights group, Embrace Dignity speak of justice for Siam Lee
A rights group says it's disappointed with another case postponement in the matter surrounding the kidnapping and murder of Durban North woman, Siam Lee. Embrace Dignity's Mickey Meji joined picketers yesterday who demanded justice for Lee at court.
Siam Lee case: Women gathered outside court appeal for justice
Members of the sex-trade survivor group - Kwanele have gathered to call for an end to the exploitation of women and girls. The man accused of kidnapping and murdering Siam Lee is making another appearance in the dock.
Durban North doctor recalls dramatic rescue at Glen Ashley beach
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Dr. Lampen explains relocation of Lesser Flamingos from Durban
Veterinarian, Dr Francois Lampen has explained how 50 of the almost 10-week-old Lesser Flamingos - being rehabilitated in Durban will be flown back to Kimberley. Listen to Newswatch journalist, Portia Cele's full interview Dr. Lampen here.
Council at Msunduzi Municipality renderd dysfunctional
The Auditor-General has previously found there was irregular expenditure as well as wasteful expenditure at Msunduzi Municipality - among other things. Spokesperson, Lennox Mabaso says an administrator has been appointed to implement a recovery plan.
Durban principal investigated for sexual harrassment
The Department says at least five teachers at the primary school in Umbilo have complained about the principal's conduct. They also allege the principal threatened to kill them if they spoke out about it. Department spokesperson, Muzi Mahlambi…
Former Free State MEC tells State Capture Inquiry of Gupta meeting
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Suspect due in Verulam Magistrate's Court for Amaoti toddler's murder
Police have made an arrest in connection with the murder of a Durban baby, whose body was found in bushes in Phoenix. The one-year-old baby boy went missing from his home in Amaoti north of the city on Saturday.
New changes to 2019 ballot papers, says IEC
The Independent Electoral Commission hopes newly introduced changes to the ballot paper will result in less confusion for voters.
Pravin Gordhan on Eskom's overall objective during Winter
Eskom says a Winter without load shedding is what it's hoping for. But if things don't go according to plan - Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan says the lights will have to be switched off.
"My father was hit by three bullets"
A grieving family says a Durban father who went after robbers who ransacked his son's home - was fed-up with crime in Umbilo. His daughter, Cindy Bell says her father and brother found the gang breaking into another home at the top of their road.
SA lawyers to launch class action suit against Eskom
A South African law firm's gearing up to take on Eskom in court. Elaine Bergenthuin of De Beer Attorneys says Eskom's failure to do its job is at the heart of the matter.
Police didn't do their job, says Durban mother
A Durban mother says the police have failed her 17-year-old son who was killed, allegedly by a speeding drunk driver in Phoenix. His mother, Cheryl Govender…
Motorists react as petrol price set to increase
The Energy Department has confirmed we'll be paying as much as 1,34-cents more for a litre of petrol. Diesel will increase by 82 cents a litre. Government says these prices include the new amounts for the fuel and Road Accident Fund levies. These motorists say they're already struggling.
Family pays tribute to Princes Irene Buthelezi
The wife of IFP leader, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, Princess Irene is also survived her three children, as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her daughter - Sibuyiseliwe Buthelezi read the obituary. She described her mother as a woman of strength.