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13:09

what did yesterday’s narrow adoption of the fiscal...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/03

what did yesterday’s narrow adoption of the fiscal framework in the National Assembly demonstrate to the ANC? Taking into consideration there was no support from one of their partners in the GNU, the DA. To answer this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Mdumiseni Ntuli, ANC Chief Whip

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9:12

SA delegation meets with US officials

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/03

In conversation with DIRCO about their recent visit to the United States of America. We understand that during their visit, the delegation advanced discussions originally initiated by the former U.S Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. They also addressed the perception that the South African government’s policies are designed to violate the human rights of minorities in post apartheid South Africa. To elaborate further on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Clayson Monyela, DIRCO Deputy

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8:42

The Pulse of the Public Service Report

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/03

Earlier today, the Public Service Commission held a press briefing on the Quarterly Bulletin titled “The Pulse of the Public Service”, which looked at various issues pertaining to the public sector (from January to March this year). I must indicate that two issues grabbed our attention; one, the issue of whistleblowers: the commission is calling for the establishment of the whistleblower protection house that will support whistleblowers and also provide them with financial assistance,

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6:51

South Africa was not spared as Trump imposed a 30%...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/03

U.S President Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariffs on goods from countries around the world and additional reciprocal tariffs for dozens of countries that he described as bad actors. South Africa was not spared as Trump imposed a 30% rate. President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted with concern the newly imposed tariffs on South Africa, saying that the latest tariffs serve as a barrier to trade and shared prosperity. Ramaphosa also stated that the tariffs affirm the urgency to negotiate a new

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5:19

8 years on…..Pastor Omotoso walks free

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/02

Controversial Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, have been acquitted of all charges, including rape and human trafficking, against them. The High Court in Gqeberha made it very clear that the state failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. GUEST: Lerato Fekisi, SABC News reporter based in the Eastern Cape

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6:12

Members of Parliament are expected to vote on the...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/02

Members of Parliament are expected to vote on the 2025 fiscal framework and revenue proposals. It is public knowledge that most political parties, including the Democratic Alliance are against the proposed increase in the VAT rate by 0.5 percentage points. But are we likely to witness any surprises inside Parliament? For more on this, let’s speak to our reporter…….. GUEST: Zalene Merrington, SABC News reporter

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7:22

Electricity minister introduces independent...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

Earlier today, Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa held a press briefing where he announced that government will reach out to the private sector about the construction of transmission lines through the Independent Transmission Programme, a move that will add at least 3000 megawatts of energy to the national grid. Chris Yelland did attend the briefing and he joins us now to share his thoughts on this latest development…… GUEST: Chris Yelland,Energyanalyst

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11:56

Women For Change and cross-sectoral stakeholders call...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

Women for Change, in coalition with multi-sectoral stakeholders, including activists, businesses, and civil society organisations, will gather at the Union Buildings next week to demand that the South African government declare Gender-Based Violence and Femicide a National Disaster. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Bulelwa Adonis, Women for Change Spokesperson

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9:29

The national budget has become the point of...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

The national budget has become the point of contention among political parties with one of the reasons being the proposal of a 0.5 percent value-added tax increase from May. The ANC is confident of securing adequate consensus to pass the fiscal policy framework in the parliamentary portfolio committee today, as well as in the sitting of Parliament tomorrow. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri, ANC National Spokesperson

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11:33

The DA remains opposed to any VAT increases proposed...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

The DA on the other hand remain opposed to any VAT increases proposed in the national budget, a position which has hit the Government of National Unity with severe turbulence. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Karabo Khakhau, DA National Spokesperson

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6:50

How innovation can solve SA’s water challenges

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

As South Africa continues to search for sound solutions in order to tackle the ongoing water challenges. CHIETA CEO Yershen Pillay says the chemical industries have the power to solve the water scarcity problem in the country. According to him, a new approach with innovative, long-term, sustainable solutions is required to address the problem of water scarcity and the escalating water crisis. Pillay joins us now to elaborate further on this…… GUEST: Yershen Pillay, CEO of the

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8:54

Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Rally...

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Rally in France has been found guilty of misappropriation of public funds and barred from running for office for five years. She has also been sentenced to four years in prison, two of which were commuted to wearing an electronic monitoring device. The big question is - will she ever recover from this scandal and how will yesterday’s court ruling affect her political career going forward? For more analysis on this, we are joined

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12:45

Nationwide Justice for Cwecwe March

The National Pulse ·

2025/04/01

The tragic rape of seven-year old Cwecwe has fuelled nationwide outrage, with several marches taking place across the country today. Many activists are saying now is the time to unite in action against the violence perpetrated against women and children. Joining us to discuss the significance of today’s march is …… Mthobisi Mkhaliphi, SABC News Reporter in Mpumalanga Mariska Botha, SABC News Reporter in Cape Town

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5:40

AfriForum’s Private Prosecution Unit put out a...

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

AfriForum’s Private Prosecution Unit put out a statement rejecting with contempt any suggestion that the unit is protecting a suspected rapist from investigation. The unit does however confirm they represent Jaco Pieterse, Principal of Bergview College in Matatiele. What exactly are they representing him for? Barry Bateman, Spokesperson for the AfriForum Private Prosecution Unit joins me on the line to share details… GUEST: Barry Bateman, Spokesperson for the AfriForum Private

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12:32

#JusticeForCwecwe "The only thing that we are...

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

Guest:Vuyiseka Mboxela

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3:39

What makes aQuellé water special?

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

aQuellé is classified a natural spring water - it is not chemically treated and bottled in its original purity. aQuellé is registered with the South African National Bottled Water Association (SANBWA) and adheres to their stringent standards. aQuellé also has 10 fruity sparkling flavours to choose from. Guest: Sharon Combrink - Marketing Manager

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4:42

Justice for Cwecwe: Support for Family and Child

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

Shaheda Omar, Clinical Director of the Teddy Bear Foundation joins me on the line now to talk about the kind of support the family and the victim will need to deal with such cases, particularly now that it is one of the biggest talking points in the country... GUEST: Shaheda Omar, Clinical Director: Teddy Bear Foundation

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21:40

Justice for Cwecwe: The Law and the media’s...

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

What does the law say about handling such cases in order to protect the best interest of the child? What is the media’s responsibility when it comes to publishing the child’s name and pictures? To shed some light on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: William Bird, Media Monitoring Africa Director

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8:19

MK Party’s Walk For Justice

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

Umkhonto weSizwe Party member, Bonginkosi Khanyile is currently leading the “Where Is My Vote” walk, which is a 14 hour walk to the Constitutional Court that will see him submitting a memorandum regarding last year’s election results. This as the party believes that last year’s general elections were rigged. GUEST: Bonginkosi Khanyile, member of the MK Party

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7:07

Africa Children’s Summit

The National Pulse ·

2025/03/31

Let’s now tell you more about the upcoming Africa Children’s Summit, which is dedicated to amplifying voices of children across the continent, ensuring their active participation in shaping their future. The event will bring together 1,300 children from all five African regions to discuss pressing issues affecting their well-being. Joining us to outline the objectives of this Bi-Annual Summit is….. GUEST: Bathembu Futshane, Acting Chief Director for Communications at the

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