ECR Newswatch interviews and soundbytes
Hear the latest news soundbytes or interviews from KZN's No. 1 news team: East Coast Radio Newswatch. © East Coast Radio.
Family of Phoenix assault victim wants justice to be served: Aunt
The father of the 4-year-old Phoenix girl who was severely beaten, allegedly by her mother and her partner, says he cannot explain how thankful he is she survived the assault. The little girl is receiving treatment in a Durban hospital.
4-year-old Phoenix girl left unconscious after brutal assault: Aunt
The father of the 4-year-old Phoenix girl who was severely beaten, allegedly by her mother and her partner, says he cannot explain how thankful he is she survived the assault. The girl is receiving treatment in a Durban hospital.
Siam Lee's mother breaks down at the Durban Magistrate's Court
Murdered Durban North woman, Siam Lee's mother broke down at the Durban Magistrate's Court. Carmen Nan Lee says her daughter would have turned 21 next month. The man accused of murdering her daughter had his bail application adjourned until April.
Three suspected cop killers have been shot dead in a gun battle with officers in KwaMashu
Three suspected cop killers have been shot dead and another two are in custody following a late night gun battle in KwaMashu, north of Durban. The gang is believed to have been behind the murder of 54-year-old Captain Dumisani Mhlanzi last month.
Olive Ridley turtle, Pemba will be tagged and monitored after release
An Olive Ridley turtle, Pemba, found stranded on a beach in Cape Town, will be released off the KZN coast tomorrow. The marine animal has been under rehabilitation for four years.
Two seriously injured in #N2 truck accident
The N2 northbound carriageway in the vicinity of Queen Nandi Drive in Durban has been re-opened to traffic. Three trucks collided earlier - with two heavy duty vehicles overturning. Emergency services are on scene trying the clear the wreckage.
Kovlan Daniels speaks to Newswatch about the heartache of seeing his daughter fighting for her life in hospital
An emotional KwaZulu-Natal father has spoken of the heartache of finding his only daughter in hospital, fighting for her life after being hit in the head by a rock, allegedly thrown by angry protestors on the north coast two weeks ago. Sashni Daniels had been driving home from her boyfriend's…
Kovlan Daniels speaks to Newswatch about the heartache of seeing his only daughter fighting for her life in hospital
An emotional KwaZulu-Natal father has spoken of the heartache of finding his only daughter in hospital, fighting for her life after being hit in the head by a rock, allegedly thrown by angry protestors on the north coast two weeks ago. Sashni Daniels had been driving home from her boyfriend's…
Child rights consultant, Joan van Niekerk explains how witnessing domestic abuse can impact on a child's development
A recent study by the University of the Witwatersrand has found how nearly all children in some communities have been exposed to violence.
Child rights consultant, Joan van Niekerk explains how younger violence has a greater impact on younger children
A University of the Witwatersrand study has found that 99 percent of children taking part in a 'Birth to Twenty Plus' study in Soweto have experienced some form of violence.
KZN violence monitor, Mary de Haas explains how children who are exposed to violence, often carry out violent acts thems
A recent study by the University of the Witwatersrand has found that 99 percent of children taking part in a 'Birth to Twenty Plus Study' have been exposed to some form of violence.
KZN violence monitor, Mary de Haas explains how South Africa's often unstable family life can increase cases of violence
A recent study by the University of Witwatersrand has found that most children in some communities are exposed to various forms of violence.
KZN violence monitor, Mary de Haas explains how children in South Africa are exposed to violence
A recent study by the University of Witwatersrand 'Birth to Twenty Plus' has revealed how 99 percent of children in some Soweto communities have been exposed to violence.
Economist says fuel price drop a temporary relief for consumers
The relief for consumers in this week's fuel price drop may be short-lived, according to economist, Fanie Brink. Brink has also weighed in on the impact of international prices of petroleum products.
LISTEN: Listeriosis outbreak - Consumers told to remove any cold meat products
Consumers are being advises to remove any cold meat product from their fridges. One of the largest food recalls in our country's recent history is currently underway due to the listeriosis outbreak - which has killed at least 180 people.Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi has revealed the source of the outbreak…
'It's the most snow I've seen' - Durban resident, John Botha
A Durban resident living in Dublin has described the heavy snowfall experienced in the last week after the Ireland was hit by a deadly blizzard. A snow storm has descended on parts of Europe causing the closure of schools, roads and businesses.
Staff at KZN health learn sign language
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has now trained more than 1,000 of its staff in sign language so they can better communicate with hearing impaired patients.
The SRC at the University of Zululand says violent protests at the varsity were the result of a 'misunderstanding'
The SRC's Mduduzi Mnqayi says there was a 'misunderstanding' over the payment of meal and transport allowances. Mnqayi says Unizulu management is addressing their concerns.
Local snake catcher Sarel van der Merwe has his hands full with 4.1m black mamba
KwaZulu-Natal south coast snake catcher, Sarel van der Merwe explains how he managed to catch a 4.1m black mamba in a home in Murchison, near Port Shepstone. The snake has been successfully released in a different location.
KZN south coast snake catcher, Sarel van der Merwe explains how he caught a 4.1m black mamba.
KwaZulu-Natal snake catcher, Sarel van der Merwe explains how he caught a massive 4.1m black mamba in a home in Murchison on the province's south coast recently. The catch was his second black mamba callout for the day.