ECR Newswatch Interviews
Hear the latest news soundbytes or interviews from KZN's No. 1 news team: East Coast Radio Newswatch. © East Coast Radio.
Eskom facing operational challenges, with aging infrastructure - Gordhan
The public enterprises minister says Eskom is not doing well operationally. Pravin Gordhan's been speaking at a press conference currently taking place at Megawatt Park in Johannesburg - on operational challenges at the power utility. He says we are feeling the effects of state capture and the reality that the…
Eskom wants government to absorb R100-billion debt
Eskom is considering getting government to absorb R100 billion of its debt. The power utility has accumulated debt that stands at around R420 billion and its expected to accumulate over R215 billion in more debt over the next 5 years. The utility's Dikatso Mothae…
'No person can bring a gun into court' - Deputy Minister Jeffery
Deputy Minister John Jeffery visited the court today and announced some security measures. Guns are not permitted at the Durban Magistrate’s Court. A shooting in the building last week claimed three lives.
Netcare911 chopper to improve response time, says Herbst
The newly launched Bell 222 - emergency service, Netcare911's air ambulance will improve response time - reaching critically injured patients in rural, and areas otherwise not easily accessible. Netcare911's Shawn Herbst explains…
Relief as 2018 matric exam season ends
KZN matrics say they feel as if a huge weight has been lifted off their shoulders now that their final exams are over. However, some say they are nervous about their marks.
Blood bank urges locals to give the gift of life this festive season
The South African National Blood Service is urging donors to come forward as we approach the festive season.
Authorities say certain items will not be allowed into the Moses Mabhida Stadium for the Soweto Derby later
Durban Metro Police say operations are underway to ensure a safe and successful Soweto Derby at the Moses Mabhida Stadium later.
Durban traffic management plan implemented ahead of Soweto Derby
Durban Metro Police say operations are underway to ensure a safe and successful Soweto Derby at the Moses Mabhida Stadium later. This after a riot broke out inside the stadium during a previous knock-out match involving Kaizer Chiefs earlier this year.
Hundreds of vehicles seized in KZN
Some 260 secondhand vehicles have been detained in Durban this week. This as part of a SARS Customs and Excise-led operation aimed at cracking down on illicit trade in KwaZulu-Natal.
SARS crushes illegally importated vehicles in Phoenix, north of Durban.
The South African Revenue Service has destroyed almost 30 vehicles, valued at around R3.5-million, that were seized in KwaZulu-Natal during the course of the last financial year.
Durban police are on high alert ahead of this weekend's Soweto derby
Durban police are on high alert ahead of the Telkom Knockout semi-final clash between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in tomorrow.
Durban shoppers queue to cash in on #BlackFriday
Eager shoppers are looking to make the most of Black Friday specials today. Some consumers have been queuing for hours to get their hands on discounted products.
Gordhan criticises allegations daughter had access to govt. tenders, other state benefits
Hear the latest news soundbytes or interviews from KZN's No. 1 news team: East Coast Radio Newswatch. © East Coast Radio.
Letter details mom's anguish after baby abandoned outside Glenwood home
Durban woman, Laverne van Schalkwyk has shared details of a note written by a 24-year-old woman who abandoned her child on her doorstep. The letter says she loves the child very much but would not be a good mother to him as she had no job nor a place to…
Durban trio defrauds estate of R78 million
Three people are facing charges of fraud for allegedly embezzling some R78 million from a Durban North woman's estate. Hawks spokesperson, Simphiwe Mhlongo…
Durban trio defrauds estate of R78 million
Three people are facing charges of fraud for allegedly embezzling some R78 million from a Durban North woman's estate. Hawks spokesperson, Simphiwe Mhlongo…
KZN Social Development on Lakehaven Fire report
The department of social development has launched a probe into whether the Lakehaven Children's Home had complied with the norms and standards for child and youth care centres. Ncumisa Ndelu says they received the report about a month ago.
Female green mamba appeared to be docile, weak - Evans
Snake handler, Nick Evans has successfully wrapped up another call-out of a green mamba outside an Amanzimtoti home, south of Durban. He's explained the removal to Newswatch.
Mooi River School, Treverton College institute disciplinary hearing in anti-semitism case
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"I knew we'd be a good match" - Tucker on co-star, Jackie Chan
American comedian and actor, Chris Tucker talks about acting with Jackie Chan, and a possible Rush Hour 4 in the near future. He;s been speaking during a media briefing at East Coast Radio.