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.
KZN Health MEC relives the moment she got the call confirming SA’s first COVID-19 case
Health MEC, Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu's described the adrenaline rush, upon hearing the news about our very first case of COVID-19.
Ramaphosa: Men’s parliament needed
President Cyril Ramaphosa says a men's parliament needs to be set up. He made the comments during the opening of the House of Traditional Leaders earlier.
DA's Nicole Graham puts on running shoes for race for provincial leader seat
The DA's Nicole Graham says serving the people of eThekwini, as a councillor, has given her the confidence she needs to embark on the next chapter of her political journey.
Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the nation
South Africa will move to coronavirus lockdown alert level one at midnight.
Will Personal tax income relief leave more change in your pocket ? Details here.
A money coach says the personal income tax relief announced by the Finance Minister yesterday will give many taxpayers room to breathe.
NEASA reacts to Budget Speech
NEASA reacts to Budget Speech
19-hour water cut: Will help avoid four months of disruptions
The eThekwini Municipality is working towards avoiding major water disruptions across the city.
NSRI: Drownings in KZN more prevalent in rivers and dams
The high number of drownings in the province is a serious cause for concern says the National Sea Rescue Institute.
SONA 2021: Ramaphosa highlights government's four key priorities
South Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout programme, boosting the unemployment rate, economic recovery and fighting corruption were among a myriad of key points discussed by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the 2021 State of the Nation Address on Wednesday evening.
Nightclub industry in dire position as lockdown ban persists
A local nightclub owner says the impact of the lengthy COVID-19 ban has crippled the clubbing industry.
Ramaphosa: Peak of second COVID-19 wave passed, regulations relaxed
South Africa will move to a new adjusted, lockdown level three as of midnight, President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed in an address to the nation on Monday evening.
Ramaphosa: Vaccination drive ‘must leave no one behind’
President Cyril Ramaphosa says it is vital that no South African is left behind during government’s Covid-19 vaccination drive.
KZN surfers take to waters in protest of 'senseless' lockdown restrictions
A group of surfers has taken to the water in Durban in protest over what they say are senseless restrictions under the current Level 3 lockdown.
LISTEN: Craft beer industry in dire straits
A survey by the Beer Association of SA has shown that seven out of every eight craft brewers in the country might not survive the alcohol ban.
LISTEN: Shocking details of unlawful state security projects under Zuma
The commission of inquiry into state capture has heard of several unlawful projects undertaken by the State Security Agency (SSA) during former president Jacob Zuma's tenure.
Solidarity and AfriForum prepares to challenge gov's vaccine plan in court
Solidarity and AfriForum say they're preparing court papers to challenge government's implementation plan for the coronavirus vaccines.
Tropical Storm Eloise upgraded to severe, will affect parts of KZN
As tropical storm, Eloise passes South African shores on Sunday, parts of KZN will be affected according to the South African Weather Service.
WATCH: KZN snake expert called for house snake comes face to face with Black Mamba
A case of mistaken identity turned what was supposed to be a casual brown house snake rescue, into an intense chase after a 2.2 metre long Black Mamba in a Clairwood home.
John Steenhuisen: Eskom is bringing country's economy to knees
Rolling blackouts resumed mid-last week, with Eskom saying several generation units had broken down while a few hadn't yet returned from maintenance.
LISTEN: Blade Nzimande speaks on higher education readiness
By November, there were over 3 800 confirmed coronavirus infections reported at the country's universities.