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9:39

MK Party calling for the resignation of Shamila Batohi

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

MK Party’s Member of Parliament, Sbonelo Nomvalo joins us to explain why his organisation wants Advocate Shamila Batohi to resign. The party is not happy about the NPA’s handling of certain high-profile cases. But is it fair to call for her head? GUEST: Sbonelo Nomvalo, MK Party’s MP & Member of the Justice Portfolio Committee in Parliament

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9:29

Budget Speech build-up: Budget 3.0

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

Tomorrow afternoon, the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana will table what many South Africans call Budget 3.0. With the proposed VAT increase of 0.5 percentage points having been scrapped, most people are concerned about whether spending will be lowered or not or if Budget 3.0 will be able to allocate more funding. To help us understand certain aspects in relation to tomorrow’s Budget Speech is…… GUEST: Dr Iraj Aberdian, Chief Economist @Pan African Investment and Research

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12:17

Four toddlers tragically die in Joburg fire

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

Four toddlers tragically died in a Johannesburg slum fire, highlighting severe overcrowding and unsafe living conditions in a property meant for six, but housing at least 32. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Aziz Ally, Community Activist

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7:21

FW de Klerk Foundation expects President Ramaphosa...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

The FW de Klerk Foundation says they are hoping for a constructive dialogue between the Union Buildings and the White House. The foundation expects President Ramaphosa and President Trump to focus on matters that benefit both countries, rather than trivial domestic issues. To elaborate further on this, we are joined by…… GUEST: Christo van der Rheede, Executive Director @ the FW de Klerk Foundation

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11:20

Public Servants Association picket outside Prince...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

Earlier today, members of the Public Servants Association and political parties were picketing outside Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in Umlazi, Durban, following the death of medical intern, Dr Aluluthi Mazwi. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Mlungisi Ndlovu, Public Servants Association spokesperson in KZN

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9:14

Dr Rampedi: From township roots to healthcare...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/20

Dr. Mabitje Jacky Rampedi, a medical doctor turned entrepreneur whose journey began in the township of Soshanguve is about to break new ground in Hartbeespoort. Dr. Mabitje Jacky Rampedi joins me on the line to share his story with us… GUEST: Dr. Mabitje Jacky Rampedi, Medical Doctor turned entrepreneur

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7:56

Aviation expert questions the US charter flight that...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Aviation analyst, Phuthego Mojapele has questioned the decision of the International Air Service Licensing Council to approve the foreign operator’s permit for a chartered airplane that recently ferried 49 Afrikaners to the United States of America, saying it was irrational and unconstitutional. However though, prior to their departure the department of transport did confirm that the application was approved by the council. So what are we missing here? GUEST: Phuthego Mojapele, Aviation

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12:30

Diepkloof protest chaos claims two lives, trucks looted

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Earlier today, two people died during a protest for basic services in Diepkloof, Soweto, while a truck driver and two assistants were beaten by residents who looted their vehicle. Sanele Msibi, a community leader from the Diepkloof hostel, spoke to Thulasizwe on The Morning Brief and this is what he had to say… GUEST: Mlungisi Mabaso, MMC for Human Settlements anc Caucus Leader of the IFP in the City of Joburg

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7:43

Seven girls arrested after violent bullying seen on...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Seven girls between the ages of 13 and 15 have been arrested and appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court for assault earlier today. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Megan Briede, Director of programmes at Save The Children South Africa

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12:13

The president faces one of his toughest negotiation...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Independent Analyst, Khaya Sithole, penned a piece for news 24 yesterday on President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to the US. According to Khaya, the President faces one of his toughest negotiation tests yet. Khaya Sithole joins me on the line to tell us more... GUEST: Khaya Sithole, Independent Analyst

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8:47

Launch of the White Paper on Local Government

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has officially launched the review of the White Paper on Local Government. According to him the review is aimed at building a modern and effective local government system. He joins us now to elaborate further on this. GUEST: Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

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11:06

How to chart your own path post your corporate career

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

Robin Wheeler shares thoughts on how to transition out of the corporate world. For close to thirty-one years now, Robin has been helping people and businesses around the world succeed on a new level, using his concept of ‘being yourself for a living’. GUEST: Robin Wheeler, Author, International Speaker & Business Consultant

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9:18

EFF’s VAT Victory March

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/19

EFF Leader, Julius Malema, led the party’s VAT Victory March to National Treasury offices in Pretoria today. The party marched to celebrate the reversal of the value-added tax increase. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Sibahle Motha, SABC News Reporter in Pretoria

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34:01

Friday’s Fireside Chat with Hayley Reichert

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/16

Today we are pleased to be joined by Hayley Reichert who describes herself as a passionate London-based South African, committed to driving change and improving the future of South Africa. Hayley has done a number of amazing and interesting things, including assisting South Africans who fled Ukraine at the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. GUEST: (UK): Hayley Reichert, founder of Operation Watershed civil society

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9:12

25-year-old, Dr. Alulutho Mazwi, an intern doctor at...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/16

25-year-old, Dr. Alulutho Mazwi, an intern doctor at the Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal died on Monday night after allegedly being made to work despite reporting he was unwell. To get a reaction to this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Dr Zanele Bikitsha, South African Medical Association Spokesperson

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9:00

UK debates about the Terminally Ill Adults (End of...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/16

Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom are today debating a bill that is aimed at legalising assisted dying in England and Wales. Supporters of the bill argue that allowing people to die with dignity is kinder than forcing them to continue their lives with suffering. Those who are opposed to the bill are of the view that opening the doors to voluntary euthanasia and assisted suicide could lead to non-voluntary and involuntary euthanasia, by giving doctors the power to decide when a

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6:54

We chat to another winner, Zaheer Cassim. Some of you...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/16

We chat to another winner, Zaheer Cassim. Some of you may be aware that Polar Ice cream recently scooped five SA Champion titles at the prestigious 2025 South African Dairy Championships and was voted the best ice cream in the country. GUEST: Zaheer Cassim, owner of Polar Ice Cream, Norwood

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9:49

Examining Renaldo Gouws’s unconditional public apology

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/16

The SA Human Rights Commission has confirmed that it has settled a complaint against Renaldo Gouws in relation to a video he published in 2010, which contained racially offensive and harmful language directed at Black South Africans. We understand that the matter has been settled through the Commission’s alternative dispute resolution process. GUEST: Dr Eileen Carter, Eastern Cape Provincial Manager for SA Human Rights Commission

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8:58

Is Ubuntu still alive in society today?

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/15

Earlier today, the Public Service Commission in partnership with the Moral Regeneration Movement launched the National Advocacy Campaign on the Constitutional Values and Principles that is aimed at rebuilding the moral fabric of society, instilling the fundamental rights and values of the Constitution and to evoke ubuntu, patriotism and a renewed sense of identity in South Africa. I must add that the timing of the launch is perfect, given numerous challenges that our country is faced with at the

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13:24

ANC reacts to allegations against portfolio committee...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/15

The EFF has condemned the conduct of chairperson of the parliamentary portfolio committee on higher education and training Tebogo Letsie after EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcefully removed from a committee meeting. I spoke to Sihle Lonzi earlier on, and I am now joined on the line by… GUEST: Tshepo Louw, ANC Whip of the study group on Higher Education

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