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.
LISTEN: KZN residents weigh in on national shutdown
With the EFF's shutdown going ahead on Monday, some East Coasters say they remain uneasy ahead of the planned protest - despite government's effort to allay their fears.
DJ Tira speaks out about the killing of AKA
ECR Newswatch caught up with DJ Tira at a prayer meeting this morning at Florida Road Park. This was across the road from where rapper, AKA and his friend Tebello Motsoane were shot dead on Friday night.
EXPLAINER: Experts say 'freak wave' not behind Durban weekend drownings
A freak wave was not behind the tragic drowning of three people last Saturday at Durban's North Beach.
Voting on Phala Phala report must be held via secret ballot, National Assembly h
The debate on the Phala Phala report began with some MPs calling for a vote on the matter to be via secret ballot.
Taxi driver 'went cold' when told of explosives in vehicle
The driver of a taxi that was carrying a passenger who had explosives says he went cold when he was told there were explosives in his vehicle.
Civil engineering body warns SA infrastructure at risk of failure
Civil engineers have given the state of South Africa's infrastructure a dismal 'D' rating.
R74 million Durban Powerball jackpot winner still pinching himself
Durban's newest millionaire is still pinching himself. The lotto player had the winning ticket for Tuesday's R74 million Powerball Plus jackpot.
Man gunned down in front of family at Umhlanga pier
A man has been shot dead at Umhlanga Beach in Durban.
UPDATE: Misuzulu KaZwelithini's certification ceremony underway
The stage is set for a royal spectacular in Durban. The coronation of Amazulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini is already being marked by song and dance at Moses Mabhida Stadium, as guests trickle in. Our reporter Steve Bhengu is on the ground and takes us through today's programme.
UPDATE: Zulu King's certificate handover
Durban's Moses Mabhida Statium's a hive of activity, where last-minute checks are under way. President Cyril Ramaphosa will present King Misuzulu kaZwelithini with the certificate of recognition. Our reporter, Steve Bhengu is closely following the proceedings…
Matrics speak of expectations ahead of final exams
The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department says it's in its final stages of preparation ahead of this year's National Senior Certificate examinations.
My day of seeing history and tradition collide at annual Reed Dance – Jayshree P
The annual Reed Dance is full of vibrant colours, excitement, singing, celebration and held with immense pride. On Saturday, I attended Umhkosi Womhlanga at Enyokeni Royal Palace.
43 mass flood centres have been cleared
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says a review is urgently needed to deal with the backlog in housing provision in the country.
EFF MPs removed from National Assembly during Ramaphosa Q&A
Some EFF MPs have been physically removed from the National Assembly after disrupting the start of President Cyril Ramaphosa's questions and answer sitting.
SA’s power crisis biggest impediment to growth – OECD
A new survey of South Africa has found that even though the country's economy rebounded strong last year from the effects of Covid-19, the recovery has been interrupted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Dube-Ncube makes history as KZN’s first woman premier
Nomusa Dube-Ncube has been elected as KZN's new premier and has made history as the province's first woman premier.
Sihle Zikalala confirms resignation as KZN premier
Outgoing KZN Premier, Sihle Zikalala says members of the ANC must help the organisation to move forward and not become the centre of debate. Speaking at a media briefing on Friday afternoon, he's confirmed he's stepping down from the top job. He says it was a 'conscious' decision.
Police comb scene of deadly shootout near King Shaka
Officials were on Wednesday afternoon still busy at the scene of a fatal shootout on the N2 near King Shaka International Airport in Durban.
Call for tougher laws to curb underage drinking
The SA Alcohol Policy Alliance says stricter laws are needed to regulate the activities of liquor outlets and licence holders.
Sharp taxi fare increase from Friday
KwaZulu-Natal taxi commuters are urged to put more money aside as taxi fares will go up from Friday.