ECR Newswatch Interviews

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Hear the latest news soundbytes or interviews from KZN's No. 1 news team: East Coast Radio Newswatch. © East Coast Radio.... more

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August 13, 2026 Remembering Monkey Helpline founder Steve Smit
Steve Smit, the animal rights activist known as the "Monkey Man" and founder of Monkey Helpline, has died. Speaking to Newswatch's Lauren Hendricks, his partner Carol Booth remembers a man who never earned a salary in 20 years, dedicating his life instead to fundraising and rescuing injured wildlife. More news
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August 07, 2026 Dr Kirthi Ramdhani hopes to inspire more women to pursue careers in medicine
Tongaat-born surgeon, Dr Kirthi Ramdhani says her greatest achievement isn't about making history, it's proving that women don't have to choose between their careers and having a family. She has been speaking to Newswatch's Lauren Hendricks ahead of Women's Day. More news
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August 07, 2026 New AI-powered tool could help doctors detect life-threatening illness earlier
An AI-powered clinical risk prediction tool has been submitted to SAHPRA for approval to help doctors detect critical illness before symptoms appear in patients. Netcare's Professor Reitze Rodseth shas been speaking to Newswatch's Kubobonke Luthuli about the technology. More news
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August 06, 2026 Community rescues dog trapped in Bluff manhole
A dog trapped for hours in a manhole on the Bluff in Durban has been rescued. Member of the community group Bluff RTL8 has told Newswatch's Lauren Hendricks that attempts to get help overnight were unsuccessful. More news
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August 04, 2026 eThekwini speaker blames poor coordination for Adams Mission water crisis
eThekwini Speaker Thabani Nyawose has blamed poor community coordination for delays in building proper water infrastructure in Adams Mission. He has been speaking to reporter Nhlanhla Mabaso, as investigations continue into the death of Celani Zungu, who was run over by a city water tanker. More news
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July 30, 2026 Durban cyclists unite to honour Wessel van Dyk after fatal crash
Cyclists from across Durban are expected to gather for a memorial ride in honour of their late friend Wessel van Dyk this weekend. Van Dyk was riding in a dedicated cycle-safe lane near Moses Mabhida Stadium when he was killed in a car crash on Saturday. The motorist is facing charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and culpable homicide. More news
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4min
July 29, 2026 Sani Pass snow update: 'We've topped up with firewood, gas cylinders'
Snow has fallen on Sani Pass as the latest cold front reaches the southern Drakensberg. Michelle Stevens, who with the Underberg-based Southern Drakensberg Community Tourism Organisation, says they’re well prepared. More news
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July 28, 2026 Orange Level 6 weather warning: eThekwini, Ugu, iLembe brace for heavy rainfall
Flooding, infrastructure damage and hazardous travel conditions are expected across several coastal municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal. SA Weather Service forecaster, Ayanda Nsele has shared more details on the Yellow Level 2 alert that remains in place for the central and southern parts. More news
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4min
July 28, 2026 SAWS explains: All you need to know about KZN's severe weather warnings
KwaZulu-Natal is on high alert as snow, heavy rain and flooding threaten parts of the province. The South African Weather Service has issued Level 2 and Level 4 weather warnings and disaster response teams on standby. Forecaster Nhlanhla Sithole shares more information on the weather systems expected to bring disruptive conditions. More news
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July 21, 2026 EXCLUSIVE: "It's not only for the rich"-Dr Suran Ramphal
The Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital is preparing to open the facility within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department in October.  More news
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