East Coast Radio Newswatch is the independent Durban-based radio station's news team. We are KwaZulu-Natal's trusted news source with a focus on local, breaking news. Our bulletins run from 6am until 6pm, Monday to Friday. On weekends and public holidays you can catch our news updates from 7am until 1pm. © East Coast Radio. more

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Reel in the latest fishing updates, tips, and tricks with the king of KZN fishing, Vinesh Soogreem, on the award-winning Angler News South Africa (ANSA) podcast!ANSA is Africa's only fishing podcast that focuses on the latest fishing reports, whether they're hot or not. ANSA delivers true and accurate content from the country's most prominent anglers every week on various facets of angling.• The KZN Fishing Report (Thursday mornings)From the Lower South Coast, Adam Lyon covers everything fishing-related from Port Edward to Port Shepstone. The news then flows down to the Kingsburg/Illovo stretch, where Ray Thompson gathers content from the rocks daily. For the Durban report, we have two correspondents: Mike Vlcek, a seasoned competitive angler, and Brad Grobbler, known as the East Coast's Davie Jones for the time he spends on the water keeping anglers up to date on the week's activities. ANSA also has Don Solomon, the president of the SA Spearfishing Association delivering a weekly report of conditions and catches from this facet. North Coast reports from Tongaat to Richards Bay are covered by Suvikaar Sewlall, who not only delivers reports but also provides detailed advice on various aspects of angling. The fishing report rounds off in the Midlands with Jan Korrûbel reporting on all facets of freshwater angling.This weekly report includes predictions for the upcoming weekend from Vinesh and the team.• Expert Angling Interviews (every second Monday from 5am): Dive deep into the fishing world with Vinesh's in-depth interviews. He chats with leading anglers and industry experts, tackling topics that are on every angler's mind. Learn how to read tides and weather, master specific techniques, and even explore the path to becoming a protea angler.With over two decades of experience, Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, the ANSA podcast has something for everyone. more

The East Coast Radio Breakfast Show is a fun, and hyperlocal radio show that will captivate and entertain you. Hosted by the dynamic trio of Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala and Carmen Reddy, the show offers a delightful blend of humour, wit, and insightful commentary on current affairs, life in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), and glimpses into their personal lives.Tune in to the show for an energizing start to your day, accompanied by a fantastic selection of music that will keep you hooked. Stay informed with the latest news updates, traffic reports, and sports highlights to ensure you're always up to date. more

East Coast Breakfast, in collaboration with business growth specialist Pavlo Phitidis, is once again celebrating the brilliance of local businesses with the second season of the KZN Future 50, proudly powered by FNB Business and East Coast Radio. Listen on-air to the KZN Future 50 every Tuesday at 8:10am, or catch the podcast here, and be inspired by host Pavlo Phitidis as he puts a local business in the spotlight. Local business owners are the cornerstone of growth and prosperity in KZN. Their determination to succeed against the odds strengthens our communities, our province, and the global market.East Coast Breakfast and Pavlo Phitidis are ready to spotlight those who excel through the KZN Future 50 campaign, now powered by FNB Business and East Coast Radio. Each week, we'll profile a business that exemplifies forward-thinking growth, demonstrating how their success paves the way for a brighter future. Whether your growth goal is to gain more customers, secure funding, find a key supplier, hire a specialist employee, access valuable information, or get listed with a retailer, Pavlo will connect you with the right opportunities and resources.Powered by FNB Business, the help behind over 1 million unstoppable businesses. *** FNB supports local businesses and has been recognised as the Best SME Bank in South Africa by the Global Finance Awards for three consecutive years, including 2022, 2023 and 2024. more

NCMI Pastors from around KwaZulu-Natal get together in various hosting churches for an NCMI Connect time.