ECR Newswatch interviews and soundbytes
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Police say minimal force used in Shallross protest
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Family speaks about their last moments with Sadia Sukhraj
Sadia Sukhraj's grandmother, Devika has recounted her last moments with Sadia, saying she was a bubbly, spiritual child who loved her family - especially her baby brother.
Sadia Sukhraj's death: Chatsworth community protest turns violent
About a thousand angry community members protested following the shocking death of nine-year-old Sadia Sukhraj. Community member, Shelley Govender says she was part of peaceful demonstrators near the Chatsworth Police Station when her husband was injured.
CCTV footage shows attack at Hillcrest function venue - wife
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Family says mother of nine-year-old, Sardia is devastated
Devika Sukhraj, Sardia's great aunt and says they are all shattered by her death.
Re-instate the death penalty in political murders - NFP
The National Freedom Party believes the only way to stop the political murders and other killings in KZN - is to re-instate the death penalty. The party's Vikizitha Mlotshwa…
SA Express grounded, Consumer Watch's Wendy Knowler weighs in
Keeping your receipts and proof of payment is key for passengers affected by the grounding of SA Express. That's the view of Consumer Watch's Wendy Knowler. She has been commenting after the South African Civil Aviation Authority announced that it had suspended the airline's Air Operator's Certificate and Aircraft Maintenance…
SA Civil Aviation Authority grounds SA Express
SA Express has been grounded by the South African Civil Aviation Authority. The authority says the airline's Air Operator Certificate and Aircraft Maintenance Organisation approvals have been suspended.
Phoenix shooting: Man hands himself over to police
A Durban man has handed himself over to police after allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend during an apparent domestic quarrel. VIP Medical and Rescue's Anneline Hansraj says they were alerted to the shooting by neighbours.
Latest update on KZN's Olive Ridley, Pemba
KZN's beloved Olive Ridley turtle, Pemba, has travelled almost 6000 kilometres since her release. The marine animal was released almost three months ago from Mabibi, off the Elephant Coast, after spending four years under rehabilitation. Aquarist, Malini Pather…
Motorists stranded, frustrated after Shallcross protest
Residents heading to work and school say it was a nightmare to get out of Shallcross this morning. Meena Govender who works in Pietermaritzburg says many have been affected by the protest.
Turn-around strategy for KZN poor-performing municipalities
Local government says Msunduzi, Langalibalele and Mooi Mpofana are the three KZN municipalities that will be taken through its rigorous turnaround strategy. COGTA's Msawakhe Mayisela…
Durban's Career Expo 'the first of many'
Spokesperson for the Mayor's Office, Mthunzi Gumede says they're hoping to host the KZN Youth Employability Indaba and Career Expo on an annual basis.
Employability Indaba and Career Expo will be solutions based - Durban ICC's Asimbonge Mkhize
Young job seekers will get a glimpse of their future job space in Durban's first Youth Employability Indaba and Career Expo. DUrban ICC's Asimbonge Mkhize…
Abahlali leader from Mariannhill, outside Durban gunned down in apparent 'assassination'
A leader from Abahlali basemJondolo has been gunned down in what the shack dwellers' movement believes is an assassination. S'fiso Ngcobo, Abahlali's chairperson in eKukhayeni, near Mariannhill outside Durban, was shot by unknown gunmen last night.
Newcastle hijacking: Family relieved after children found
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Family's frantic search for three Newscastle children
A search is under way for three Newscastle children - who were taken by armed men during an alleged hijacking this morning. Nazia and Naseem's older sister - Farida says family members are also looking for the girls. Police say the three girls were being driven to school - along…
Durban sand pumping operations continue
Sand pumping operations are continuing at beaches in and around Durban. eThekwini Municipality says parts of Dairy Beach, Country Club and Battery Beach remain closed to allow for the replenishment of sand.
Ashwin Willemse walks off set during live TV
Former Springbok, Ashwin Willemse walk off the set claiming unfair treatment at the hands of the pair - following the Lions-Brumbies game.
Chairperson of the Imam Hussain Mosque near Verulam, north of Durban calls for peace
The chairperson of the Imam Hussain Mosque in Ottawa, near Verulam north of Durban is calling for peace. The place of worship was attacked twice last week. Azad Seedat addressed religious leaders and the media in Durban yesterday.