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ECR Newswatch Interviews — 163 episodes

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Remembering Monkey Helpline founder Steve Smit

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Dr Kirthi Ramdhani hopes to inspire more women to pursue careers in medicine

3

New AI-powered tool could help doctors detect life-threatening illness earlier

4

Community rescues dog trapped in Bluff manhole

5

eThekwini speaker blames poor coordination for Adams Mission water crisis

6

Durban cyclists unite to honour Wessel van Dyk after fatal crash

7

Sani Pass snow update: 'We've topped up with firewood, gas cylinders'

8

Errol Ogle case: Wife says she feels both shock and peace after cop killers sentenced

9

Early KZN sardine run sightings spark excitement ahead of school holidays

10

Could real-time data speed up disaster response and service delivery in KZN?

11

World Bee Day: KZN beekeepers warn habitat loss threatens food security

12

Running for change: Princess Nandi Zulu on purpose, pain and the Cape Town Marathon

13

Python rescued off Durban beach is 'active and recovering nicely'

14

Monswamy family massacre: Slain Newtown husband supported community through business

15

Trauma and tragedy: Inside the Pietermaritzburg nurse murder case

16

New history curriculum: 1860 Heritage Centre raises concerns over inclusivity

17

Fuel Shock Ahead: Petrol and diesel prices set to surge again in May

18

Sibusiso Dyonase hopes to broaden DA appeal among young voters

19

Geordin Hill-Lewis wants to turn the DA into South Africa’s biggest political force

20

Early flu season hits South Africa: Expert urges calm and action

21

Durban family’s Camino de Santiago trip cancelled amid war and rising costs

22

Rapid Midlands Tornado: SA Weather Service explains sudden storm surge

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PMB husband recounts final moments holding pregnant wife as she died

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Fuel hikes raise commuter transport cost fears

25

“Those weeks while Erin was in a coma were incredibly difficult."

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Two men are marking Human Rights Day in Durban with a powerful 65kg symbolic march across five communities to promote un

27

Baby Line expands support for vulnerable mothers in hospitals

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"Rain or shine, you don't get a break": Kidney patient on dialysis

29

Massive Black Mamba captured in ceiling of Durban home

30

Durban rallies to support man stabbed in Thailand with fundraising run

31

Mixed feelings as Health Minister reassures public on sanitary pads safety

32

How donated breast milk is saving South Africa’s smallest lives

33

KZN travel agency repatriates South Africans amid MidEast airspace chaos

34

DNA tests launched to trace origin of dead Nile croc on KZN coast

35

Imari-Kenya speaking on her new colouring book and the inspiration behind it

36

KZN dairy farmers share heartbreak as FMD vaccine rollout begins

37

Young Durban pilot killed in crash so close to completing final training

38

Westville community reeling after drive-by killing

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LISTEN: KZN woman who survived 100m cliff crash prepares for therapy

40

Melanie Wessels on surviving her car plunged down a cliff in Oribi Gorge.

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'Only expect to see in the movies': Medics say cliff crash survivor climbed with broken bones

42

LISTEN: Domestic workers say 5% minimum wage increase not enough

43

KZN parents urged to keep kids hydrated as extreme heat grips province

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New WhatsApp chatbot launched to support women, children facing GBV

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SA wetlands under growing threat, warns Endangered Wildlife Trust

46

Msunduzi's Deputy Chief Fire Officer on PMB nappy factory fire

47

Sergeant Sithembile Kheswa saves Malvern baby

48

South African farmers foot-and-mouth reaction

49

Rescuers work to free taxi driver after horror Isipingo crash

50

Dr Odwa Mazwai on the concerning trend in skin cancer cases.

51

ConCourt ruling on antenuptials ‘strengthens protections for women’

52

Scottsville pothole starts to grow on locals

53

RASA warns of dire consequences if proposed zero-tolerance alcohol law passes

54

Drunk driving under scrutiny as government considers zero alcohol limit

55

KZN Dairy Farmer’s Herd Hit by FMD Outbreak

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Mariemuthoo Arumugam's Brother reacting to his killer's sentencing

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Kouga resident ready to evacuate dogs as fires rage

58

Phoenix community demands justice for slain CPF member

59

UKZN Pharmacy students on edge over internship pause

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Discovery Health claims error: Members may owe thousands after miscalculations

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New app empowers residents to report, track service delivery issues

62

Eight sleeps to school: Psychologist urges bedtime rese

63

Study finds stargazing can ease depression and boost mental wellbeing

64

Extended podcast with DA's Haniff Hoosen and ActionSA's Zwakele Mncwango

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uShaka tracks rehabilitated turtle after release into wild

66

Greytown couple hails daughter’s recovery after serious injury as miracle

67

Chaos in KZN Legislature after no confidence vote fails

68

KZN blood stocks at risk over festive season, SANBS urges donations

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Forensic probe launched after matric exam leak traced to national officials

70

Risenga Maluleke Statistician-General of South Africa

71

KZN man wheels 190km to champion dignity, accessibility

72

Durban’s Northlands Primary LEGO team builds their way to South Korea

73

TikTok skincare craze putting SA teens at risk, expert warns

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Durban service workers brace for festive rush

75

Home Affairs extends festive season hours to ease access to ID documents

76

'Narcissistic’ former soldier deserves maximum sentence, says Taryn le Roux's dad

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Durban’s 1860 Heritage Centre goes digital to safeguard history

78

Disability inclusion a ‘tick-box exercise’ in SA workplaces, expert warns

79

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla quits as MKP MP amid Russia recruitment fallout

80

Black Friday shopping tips with Cyber Expert, Mike Bolhuis

81

Truck shutdown latest

82

Matlala tells ad hoc committee of first time meeting Sibiya

83

Ad hoc committee question 'Cat' Matlala on R300m SAPS contract

84

KZN pupil wins global competition with health-assistant robot

85

Meet Leenie Gounder - Sahara Shelter

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Meet Nadia Munsamy: Sahara Shelter

87

US could look to sideline SA from G20, expert warns

88

New Hanover floods: Rescue teams introduce drones

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Flood rescue efforts continue as woman’s body retrieved

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LISTEN: GBV: SA needs to end ‘wounded masculinity’

91

Former US Diplomat weighs in on United States G20 absence

92

Singapore rhino horn bust shows sophistication of traffickers, warns Project Rhino

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SADAG lunches online mental health support group for service professionals

94

Mogotsi alleges cartel boss paid Mkhwanazi

95

Brown Mogotsi tells of role as SAPS informant

96

SADTU SCHOOLS REPORT 2025 PODCAST

97

Specialist says Chinese centipede ‘unlikely’ to have bitten KZN man

98

KZN to mark the arrival of first boats from India

99

'Diabetes is scary, you are not that thing': Holly Rey on her diagnosis and journey

100

'I suddenly realised I’m good enough’: KZN woman elected as mayor of US town

101

The effects of rising heat on children's lungs: KZN schools chosen for global study

102

Around the world in about 365 days: Racing seafarers dock in Durban

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LISTEN: eThekwini deploys 500 lifeguards at beaches over festive season

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Proteas Women have what it takes to 'get over the line'

105

Durban family sues HOMii for R4m over fatal 2023 lift fall

106

HOMii hands over lift fall footage to police

107

Weight of the world’: Durban duo go the distance for mental health

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LISTEN: Durban photo making waves as sailing shot earns global recognition

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Large crowd protests lift tragedy at Durban building

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Durban family seeks answers after child killed in lift shaft

111

KZN lights up for Diwali

112

Diabetes Alliance pushes for glucose monitors for children in public hospitals

113

Anti-bullying NPA programme launched

114

Child protection group warns making baby savers illegal 'will cost lives'

115

Mchunu in Parliament: 'I wrote the letter’ disbanding PKTT

116

Midlands plane crash: Aviation expert explains basic rules of flying

117

Remains recovered of two pilots involved in Midlands crashes

118

Residents shocked by foul-smelling foam from Palmiet River

119

Foam clouds spark alarm along the Palmiet River

120

Palmiet River foam under investigation

121

BREAKING NEWS: Second missing plane found near Howick after KZN search

122

Motsoaledi: SA enters new era in fight against HIV with Lenacapavir

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KZN ‘fully prepared’ for looming matric final exams - MEC

124

Mkhwanazi told Sibiya over Cele’s AKA involvement

125

Bluff residents drag Transnet to court

126

Lifesaving SA: Parents need to watch children closely, even in bathtubs

127

Johannesburg Paramedic Recalls Trying to Save Passenger Mid-Flight

128

Comedian Barry Hilton Talks Depression, ADHD, and Life Lessons

129

BABOON UPDATE: Nonna and Willie's monkey business in Durban has come to an end

130

Multiple weather warnings for KZN on Heritage Day

131

‘Stowaway’ baboon on the loose in Durban’s Umbilo

132

Mkhwanazi claims presidency interferes with SAPS operations in Richards Bay

133

KZN cancer survivor runs to break stigma, inspire men

134

One year on, still no justice for Zarah Ramsamy

135

Imbali crèche employee says 'sixth sense' helped save children

136

ConCourt rules husbands able to take wives’ surnames

137

Zarah Ramsamy murder case remains unsolved one year on

138

Sexual misconduct by teachers most reported in KZN - psychologist warns of subtle signs

139

Petition for Ugu to set up Eskom customer care office

140

Recovering Cape Vidal camper mauled by hyenas: "I fought my hardest to see my wife again"

141

Durban resident set for Gaza with aid flotilla: 'I can't stay silent'

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No taxis on Durban roads from Thursday, taxi council warns

143

Cape Vidal horror: Hyenas maul camper’s son in midnight attack

144

Umhlanga homelessness: Councillor stresses need for long-term solutions

145

Interpol summit puts target on organised crime gangs

146

Saving lives: Why the Animal Anti-Cruelty League needs your help

147

Living without Errol: Faith Ogle’s fight for justice and healing

148

Incoming police minister says KZN top of priority list

149

Durban Runner Tackles Mental Health in Mandela Tribute

150

KZN residents bemoan 'shocking' food prices

151

Could Trump, Musk ‘X-plosion’ be linked to SA?

152

Founder of controversial ISA wants party registered with IEC

153

Chatsworth baby with life-threatening heart defect faces costly surgery

154

LISTEN: '24 election ‘ended ANC dominance’

155

Gambling foundation alarmed at underage betting

156

SA marks one year of the GNU

157

‘Prolonged stress’ possible cause for KZN assault spike

158

Blind UKZN student defies odds, graduates cum laude

159

LISTEN: Siam Lee’s mom passes away, tributes pour in

160

Durban mum Devika Hunsraj tells of harrowing escape from quake-stricken Myanmar

161

Cosatu: May Day highlights workers' ongoing struggles

162

Bluff family ‘keeping faith’ for missing son in Myanmar

163

LISTEN: Durban woman recounts moment earthquake shook Thailand apartment