ECR Newswatch Interviews
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Umhlanga homelessness: Councillor stresses need for long-term solutions
There must be a balance between enforcing by-laws and addressing homelessness, according to eThekwini Ward 35 councillor Bradley Singh.
Interpol summit puts target on organised crime gangs
Interpol Secretary-General Valdecy Urquiza says the police organisation will discuss major crimes such as drug trafficking, and also look at how it can support South African law enforcement agencies.
Saving lives: Why the Animal Anti-Cruelty League needs your help
Bronwyn Edward, acting general manager for the Animal Anti-Cruelty League, discusses the organization's crucial role in protecting animal welfare. The league provides shelter, veterinary care, and investigates cases of animal cruelty. They operate as a no-kill shelter, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in need, and rely entirely on public donations to…
Living without Errol: Faith Ogle’s fight for justice and healing
Two years after Metro cop Errol Ogle was murdered, his widow Faith opens up about grief, forgiveness, and finding peace on the M7. Watch the full story on YouTube: tinyurl.com/hpcrfv7w
Incoming police minister says KZN top of priority list
The incoming acting police minister, Firoz Cachalia, says KwaZulu-Natal will be at the top of his list of priorities when he steps into the role in two weeks.
Durban Runner Tackles Mental Health in Mandela Tribute
Stuart Rayner is pounding Durban’s promenade in a 466km non-stop run to honour Nelson Mandela and raise awareness for mental health. He and three others will run for 64 hours because they believe, every step is a against stigma.
KZN residents bemoan 'shocking' food prices
KwaZulu-Natal consumers say they are feeling the pinch as food prices continue to rise.
Could Trump, Musk ‘X-plosion’ be linked to SA?
A political analyst believes there could be a link between the US's claims of a white genocide in South Africa and the fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
Founder of controversial ISA wants party registered with IEC
Elections expert, Terry Tselane, says the Electoral Commission Act does not stop a political party from registering based on a name.
Chatsworth baby with life-threatening heart defect faces costly surgery
A seven-month-old baby girl with a life-threatening heart condition urgently needs surgery, but it comes at a steep cost. Kendreya Pillay, from Chatsworth has Down Syndrome and a congenital defect called VSD, two holes in her heart chambers.
LISTEN: '24 election ‘ended ANC dominance’
The country's general elections were one of the most significant in the post-apartheid history of South Africa, according to former IEC Vice Chairperson Terry Tselane.
Gambling foundation alarmed at underage betting
It’s not just adults placing bets on gambling sites anymore; kids as young as 10 are getting in on the action, too, according to the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation.
SA marks one year of the GNU
South Africa has come a long way since the establishment of the Government of National Unity.
‘Prolonged stress’ possible cause for KZN assault spike
A Durban psychologist has given some of the possible reasons why there has been a rise in assault cases in KwaZulu-Natal.
Blind UKZN student defies odds, graduates cum laude
A blind student from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, who graduated cum laude with 14 distinctions, says while the past few years have been exciting, her academic journey has been anything but easy.
LISTEN: Siam Lee’s mom passes away, tributes pour in
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Durban mum Devika Hunsraj tells of harrowing escape from quake-stricken Myanmar
A Durban mother is recovering with her family, after surviving a devastating earthquake in Myanmar. Devika Hunsraj says the experience has completely changed her outlook on life.
Cosatu: May Day highlights workers' ongoing struggles
As May Day is observed around the world, Cosatu in KZN says working conditions, victimisation, retrenchments and the gender wage gap are some of the challenges that still need to be addressed in both the public and private sectors.
Bluff family ‘keeping faith’ for missing son in Myanmar
A Bluff family say they are waiting in faith as the search for their son in the earthquake-hit Myanmar continues.
LISTEN: Durban woman recounts moment earthquake shook Thailand apartment
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