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8:44

SA’s investment readiness and reform agenda

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

Post the Africa CEO Forum that was recently held in Ivory Coast, we find out from Team South Africa if their expectations were met. During the event, Team South Africa’s high-level panel focused on unlocking the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) dividend through regional value chains and public private partnerships. Joining us for this conversation is…… GUEST: Dr Anthony Costa, Head of Secretariat for B20 South Africa

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12:38

Yesterday, Stats SA released its Quarterly Labour...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

Yesterday, Stats SA released its Quarterly Labour Force Survey showing the country's official unemployment rate rose to 32.9% in the first quarter of 2025, up 1 percentage point from the previous quarter. We heard from the youth and labour unions on this so today, we invited an economist to weigh in on the numbers. I am now joined on the line by… GUEST: Xhanti Payi, Senior Economist at PWC

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5:55

JMPD has impounded at least 15 delivery bikes and...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department has impounded at least 15 delivery bikes and arrested 10 foreign nationals for contravention of the Immigration Act. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Xolani Fihla, JMPD Spokesperson

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7:31

Metsimaholo Residents Picket Against Sasol Over Jobs...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

Yesterday, a group of Metsimaholo (Sasolburg) residents in the Free State started picketing against Sasol in the area, claiming that the giant energy company is overlooking locals for jobs and procurement opportunities. The protest started in the morning and the police had to be called in to restore order after traffic was blocked, creating chaos in the northern Free State area. To get more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: JJ Sesing, Sasolburg Community Activist

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7:06

National Lottery Operating Licence

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

The EFF wrote a letter to Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, regarding reports of the awarding of the National Lottery operating licence to Gold Rush Consortium. The EFF says this was done unlawfully. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Sinawo Thambo, EFF National Spokesperson

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8:09

Tanya Jakeni a notable winners in this year’s Gauteng...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

Tanya Jakeni’s journey to excellence Have you ever encountered someone who excels in everything? Well Tanya Jakeni might just be one of those people as she was one of the notable winners in this year’s Gauteng Women’s Excellence Awards. She was recognised with an award in the “Girl Child” category, having successfully represented her school (Bertharry English Private School) and South Africa in an international debating competition. Tanya joins us now to talk about

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6:59

Trump’s Middle East Trip

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

How significant is Donald Trump’s Middle East trip? During his visit to Saudi Arabia yesterday, U.S President Donald Trump secured deals that strengthen America’s economic competitiveness and global influence and it didn’t end there as he also announced that his administration intends to lift sanctions on Syria now that the Assad regime is no longer in power. He also revealed that he wants Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords, a move that is aimed at improving relations between

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8:37

What are the possible solutions to reduce unemployment?

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/14

With South Africa continuing to grapple with high unemployment rate. Neil Coleman from the Institute for Economic Justice argues that we need to change our approach in order to reverse this catastrophe. Currently 12.7 million people remain unemployed, which simply means that our country has one of the highest jobless rates globally. GUEST: Neil Coleman, Senior Policy Specialist at the Institute for Economic Justice

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11:42

#AfricaCEOForum is currently underway in Abidjan,...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

Africa CEO Forum Let’s now tell you more about the #AfricaCEOForum that is currently underway in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The event serves as a platform for multinational CEOs on the continent, investors and government leaders, to gather and conduct high-level meetings on innovation and business ideas. Yesterday during the Presidential Panel, President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke glowingly about the importance of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) and how it can be used to change the

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9:15

Jobs bloodbath as unemployment increases by 1% in...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

Earlier on, I spoke to Statistician General, Risenga Maluleke about the latest unemployment stats. As things stand, unemployment in South Africa has increased by a 1% in the first quarter of 2025, with the economy shedding 291 000 jobs. To get some reaction on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Co-ordinator

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5:20

Court rules that Nigerian televangelist Omotoso can...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

The East London Magistrates Court has ruled that controversial Nigerian pastor, Timothy Omotoso, can stay in South Africa for now. The televangelist appeared in court earlier today, facing immigration-related charges. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lubabalo Dada, SABC News Reporter in the Eastern Cape

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13:05

Perceptions of Democracy Index

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

According to the latest “Perceptions of Democracy Index”, South Africa ranks 7th among countries viewed most positively by the global community. The index summarises attitudes toward democracy, geopolitics and global power players. Interestingly the US is becoming less popular globally. GUEST: Phumzile Van Damme, Tech & Society Consultant & former MP

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6:59

The unemployment rate has increased by 1% to reach...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

As you heard from the Statistician General that young people remain vulnerable in the labour market, I guess the big question is - are we failing our youth? GUEST: Thapelo Maleke, President of the Youth Chamber of Commerce

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9:25

Unemployment rate increases by 1%

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/13

According to Stats SA, the country’s unemployment rate has increased by 1% to reach 32.9%. The organisation has also revealed that young people remain vulnerable in the labour market, with the total number of unemployed youth having increased by 151 00 to 4.8 million. Joining us to unpack the latest numbers is…… GUEST: Risenga Maluleke, Statistician General & head of Stats SA

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4:15

Food producer, Tiger Brands has offered to compensate...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

Food producer, Tiger Brands has offered to compensate listeriosis victims. This is a huge development considering the fact that this case has dragged on for years. Some of you may recall that in 2017, more than 200 people died following a listeriosis outbreak. Richard Spoor Inc. played a pivotal role in assisting the affected families during a protracted legal process and they join us now to react to this….. GUEST: Amy Tuchten, Candidate Attorney @RichardSpoorInc.

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14:42

We know that there is no program to kill a particular...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

Last night, a plane carrying 49 South African Afrikaners departed for the United States under US President Donald Trump’s offer for the “discriminated” South African individuals and families to relocate. How did we get here, what does this mean for the relations between the two countries, and, is there something bigger at play here? Sophie Mokoena, SABC International News Editor, joins me on the line to shed some light on these issues… GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC

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8:41

49 South African Afrikaners departed for the United...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

Last night, a plane carrying 49 South African Afrikaners departed for the United States under US President Donald Trump’s offer for the “discriminated” South African individuals and families to relocate. Spokesperson for the Department of Transport, Collen Msibi, joins me on the line to talk to us about some of the logistics involved to allow this plane to land and leave South Africa with these citizens… GUEST: Collen Msibi, Spokesperson for the Department of Transport

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10:27

Gauteng state doctors gear up to fight health...

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

Dysfunction in the Gauteng Department of Health hit home hard for many public sector doctors on 29 April when their overtime payments due for the month went unpaid. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Dr. Cedric Sihlangu, General Secretary of SAMATU

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4:26

International Nurses Day

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) announced its commemoration of International Nurses Day today, with the main national celebration held at Grey’s Tertiary Hospital in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Kwena Manamela, General Secretary of DENOSA

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7:56

Trialogue Business in Society Conference

The National Pulse ·

2025/05/12

We outline the objectives of the annual Trialogue Business in Society Conference. This year’s conference will explore strategic approaches to social investment that remain effective despite the shifting political and economic environment. But, what are some of the hurdles faced by SA businesses, non-profit organisations and government in pursuing meaningful social impact? For more on this, we are joined by…… GUEST: Cathy Duff, Director @Trialogue

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