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Newzroom Afrika Dominates TV News Ratings
September has had South Africans going TJO! everyday with shocking Breaking News and according to the latest numbers, Newzroom Afrika is the channel most television viewers tuned-in to for the coverage.
For this month, the channel led the news channels ratings with a median ratings of 66K viewers -- making it the 9th most watched channel on DStv.
SABC NEWS channel came in second at the 16th spot with 50K.
The once dominant eNCA did not even make it to the Top 20 this month.
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[WATCH] Police say they are closing in on a suspect following the robbery and murder of a 23-year-old woman in Thembisa. The woman was allegedly attacked while on her way to work early this morning. Newzroom Afrika’s @ziphoxaba_ reports.
[WATCH] Gauteng police are stepping up efforts to tackle crime through a weekend Operation Shanela in Ivory Park, in the Ekurhuleni District. Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni is leading the operation, alongside senior SAPS management and other law-enforcement agencies. Nozipho Xaba reports. #Newzroom405
Police are stepping up efforts to tackle crime through increased roadblocks and high-visibility operations. Gauteng Acting Police Commissioner Fred Kekana is leading Operation Shanela II, bringing SAPS and other law-enforcement agencies together to target criminal activity. The operation is focusing heavily on the roads. #Newzroom405's @ziphoxaba_ is at one of the roadblocks with more.
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As Gauteng experiences cold and wet weather conditions, Diepsloot families who lost their homes in a devastating fire last Wednesday face an even tougher battle for survival. @ziphoxaba_ speaks to some of the affected families.
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[WATCH] Efforts to help families rebuild after losing their homes to a fire last week continue in Diepsloot. Community leaders say the affected families still seek shelter from neigbours and relatives as they await help. @ziphoxaba_ has the details. #Newzroom405
[UPDATE] Acting Gauteng Police Commissioner, Major General Fred Kekana, says police have evacuated a liquor outlet found to be in violation of liquor regulations. The business received a R2,500 fine, which it must pay before resuming operations. Law enforcement officers are in Johannesburg as part of Operation Shanela, targeting crime and non-compliant businesses.
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As South Africa marks Human Rights Month, the story of one woman from Etwatwa in Benoni is a reminder that disability doesn’t limit possibility. After contracting polio as a teenager, 65-year-old Zuzulwazi Sibanyoni turned her passion for sewing into a thriving clothing business, designing everything from wedding gowns to school uniforms. #Newzroom405’s Nozipho Xaba reports.
[WATCH] A celebration of culture and heritage takes place at Constitution Hill this afternoon, where the Amahubo Symphony will premiere. The production honours the sacred Zulu rite of remembrance, Ukwandulelisa, through music and rare praise songs passed down across generations. Nozipho Xaba has more.
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[WATCH] A celebration of culture and heritage takes place at Constitution Hill this afternoon, where the Amahubo Symphony will premiere. The production honours the sacred Zulu rite of remembrance, Ukwa-ndulelisa, through music and rare praise songs passed down across generations. Nozipho Xaba speaks to musician and cultural custodian Mbuso Khoza.