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8:21

Hit man was arrested in a police intelligence-driven...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

Over the weekend another alleged Glebelands Hostel hit man was arrested in a police intelligence-driven operation at the Glebelands Hostel in Umlazi. The 25 year old suspect has been charged for the murder of 26 year old, Simphiwe Ndebele who was shot and killed in the area. Could these arrests possibly mean that police are a step closer to addressing the issue of political killings in the area? Violence monitor and analyst, Guest: Mary de Haas- Violence monitor and analyst

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9:58

Tiger Brands is faced with yet another round of...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

Following the outbreak of listeriosis between 2017 and 2018, Tiger Brands is faced with yet another round of litigation from claimants. Last year the South Gauteng High Court granted certification for a class action lawsuit. Over a thousand people contracted the bacteria which resulted in 218 deaths. The case began in court today and Richard Spoor who is an attorney joins us now on the line… Guest: Richard Spoor – Spoor Attorneys

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8:14

The physics of change: There has been sweeping...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

The physics of change: There has been sweeping political change since the 1990s, but this has not translated into the profound social change that South Africa so desperately needs. Dr David Harrison, looks at the reasons why this change has not yet occurred, and why the nation’s people have not been able to fully benefit from the new political order.Guest: Dr David Harrison, CEO of the DG Murray Trust

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12:26

Political analyst, Xolani Dube says Ace Magashule,...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

Political analyst, Xolani Dube, says African National Congress secretary-general, Ace Magashule, may have contravened electoral laws when he handed out money during a campaign trail to the Cape Flats on Saturday. Guest: Benedict Xolani Dube, political analyst from the XUBERA Institute for Research and Development

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4:56

On World News today we ask, why is Libya burning?

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

On World News today we ask, why is Libya burning? This as the fighting continues between forces loyal to Libyan strongman Khalifa Haftar and others allied with the internationally-recognised government. Guest: Izak Khomo, Presenter and Producer of Spotlight Africa on Channel Africa

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12:28

We look at the plight of residents of Helena, which...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/15

We look at the plight of residents of Helena, which is popularly known as Tulo Yabaloyi “the place of witches”. People who reside in this place are either accused of incantation or witchcraft. Guest: Phephisile Maseko, National Coordinator of the Traditional Healers Organisation

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6:35

We learn more about the Cape Town Drought Response...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

We learn more about the Cape Town Drought Response Learning Initiative (CTDRLI) that was created by academics and researchers in an effort to capture significant lessons from the water shortages that affected the City of Cape Town a year ago. The initiative also serves as an integral example for the City and other drought-stricken cities to build a water-resilient future. To find out how this initiative will be implemented, Guest: Peter Willis, Director @ the Conversations That Count

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6:39

Communities in Vuwani, Limpopo have said there will...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

Communities in Vuwani, Limpopo have said there will be no elections after losing their protracted battle to be reincorporated back into the Makhado local municipality. The Pro-Makhado Demarcation Task Team (PMDTT) deputy chairperson Arnold Mulaudzi said the communities resolved that they were not going to vote because their demand had not been met.Guest: Arnold Mulaudzi, Deputy Chairperson of the Pro-Makhado Demarcation Task Team (PMDTT)

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8:58

Last night President Cyril Ramaphosa launched the ANC...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

Last night President Cyril Ramaphosa launched the ANC political school, named after struggle stalwart Oliver Reginald Tambo. According to the Principal of the school, Dr David Masondo - the institution would facilitate education on strategic studies, policy and organisational skills. Guest: Dr David Masondo, Principal of O.R Tambo School of Leadership and ANC NEC member

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7:06

Kenny Mathivha react on Nehawu’s call for the DG to...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

For a reaction on Nehawu’s call for the DG to resign we are joined by Kenny Mathivha who is the spokesperson for the premier in Limpopo.Guest: Kenny Mathivha – spokesperson for the premier in Limpopo

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4:10

National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) has embarked on a protest outside premier Stan Mathabatha’s office in Limpopo. The Union is calling on him to fire Nape Nchabeleng who is the director-general for alleged irregular expenditure. Nehawu is accusing the director-general of leading the premier’s office into R3.9 million of irregular expenditure for the 2015-16 financial year, For more on this story we are joined on the line by Jacob Adams- who is NEHAWU’s Provincial

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7:02

Tittle Deeds protest that is currently underway in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

Following the Tittle Deeds protest that is currently underway in Soweto – we hear from Dineo Molomo about the process of issuing title deeds and how it works. Guest: Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties

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10:40

Combatting violence & gangsterism - lessons from the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

The city of Chicago, formerly ranked as one of the highest murder capitals in the world, has seen double-digit decreases in gun violence for the second year in a row. What can South Africa learn from the Chicago Police?Guests: Chicago’s Deputy Chief of Police, Eric Carter & Ernest Cato III, District Commander

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6:22

Pennyville residents in Soweto have threatened to...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/12

Pennyville residents in Soweto have threatened to disrupt voting in the area if government does not address their grievances. The residents embarked on a protest today over title deeds to the flats they have been occupying since 2005. For more on this story we are joined on the line by SABC reporter, Sashin NaidooGuest: Sashin Naidoo- SABC Reporter

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5:56

Neuroscience and Safety in the Workplace

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

Our guest shares thoughts on the important role that Neuroscience can play in understanding the role of the human brain in social and emotional aspects of human cognition and work place behavior.Guest: Paul Potgieter, a senior psychologist at Nutricula Psychology (Australia)

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5:44

Pieter-Louis Myburgh’s book launch of Gangster State...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

Today’s Cape Town launch of Gangster State, Pieter-Louis Myburgh’s book about ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule, has been cancelled over safety concerns – does this then drowns the freedom of expression?Guest: Samkelo Mokhine- Freedom Of Expression Institute

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5:35

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration plans...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration plans to exhume and rebury victims of the Gukurahundi genocide that happened under Robert Mugabe's rule. Under the watch of former president Robert Mugabe, his North Korean-trained Fifth Brigade led the brutal crackdown against civilians, mostly Ndebele speaking, in the southern part of the country under the pretext of looking for "dissidents".Guest: Ayanda Manala, uLoyiko Researcher

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10:40

As the “Total Shutdown” movement spreads across the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

As the “Total Shutdown” movement spreads across the country, we are in conversation with Dr Malusi Langa as we ask - What informs the psyche behind South Africa’s violent protests?Guest: Dr Malusi Langa - Psychologist and Researcher at the Centre for the Study of Violence Reconciliation

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8:13

Bekkersdal residents have threatened to boycott next...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

Bekkersdal residents have threatened to boycott next month’s elections if their demands were not met. Could we see more people staying away from the polls due to service delivery issues? What implications could this have? Political Analyst, Ralph Mathekga joins us now for this conversation Guest: Ralph Mathekga- Political Analyst

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9:30

Mxolisi Zondo is said to have been implicated in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/04/11

The brother of the Chairperson of Commission of Inquiry into State Capture Deputy Chief Justice Chairperson Raymond Zondo, Mxolisi Zondo is said to have been implicated in former Independent Police Investigative Directorate, Robert McBride’s evidence. The head of the commission’s legal team, Paul Pretorius, sought advice on whether the deputy chief justice should recuse himself for part of the testimony that deals with his brother’s implications. What implications could this have on the commission

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