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4:48

Bullying incident at a Gauteng School

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/06

An alleged bullying incident at Sutherland High School in Centurion, has sparked public interest following a viral video recorded by the mother of the alleged victim. The education department in Gauteng is aware of the incident and released a statement earlier today. To get more details on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Steve Mabona, Gauteng Education’s Spokesperson

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10:30

SONA Build-up: MK Party expectations

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/06

Different political parties and organisations will be watching tonight’s SONA with a lot expectations on some of the line items. MK Party MP, Brian Molefe, joins me on the line to talk to us about some of the expectations the official opposition party will have tonight… GUEST: Brian Molefe, MK Party MP

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5:46

SONA Build-up: Centre for Environmental Rights’...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/06

As we continue our build up to this year’s State of the Nation Address, we have established that this year’s address will be delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa in a new political climate. And on that climate note, what would climate advocates expect to hear tonight in the address? To answer this question, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Brandon Abdinor, Head of the Pollution & Climate Change Programme at the Centre for Environmental Rights in South Africa

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22:43

Is South Africa’s foreign policy under attack?

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/06

Tensions between South Africa and the United States of America are deepening as America’s Secretary of State Marco Rubio has just announced that he won’t attend this month’s G20 Foreign Ministers meeting due to South Africa’s anti-American agenda. On Tuesday, Ramaphosa spoke with top Trump ally Ellon Musk to set the record straight on the country’s new expropriation act but it seems that the move did little to help the situation. So what now for South Africa and what

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10:22

SONA expectations and the country’s economic situation

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/06

As President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver his first State of the Nation Address under the government of national unity. We look at the state of our economy and the issue of high unemployment rate. So I guess the question really is - What is it that this seventh administration should fix to get our economy going and to ensure that we arrest the issue of high unemployment. GUEST: Miyelani Holeni, Local government expert, with specialisation in revenue management, governance, infrastructure

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4:38

Shanty Tshiela Byart-Mutombo Champions Courage, Hope,...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

While many leave the Democratic Republic of Congo and the African continent in search of opportunities, Shanty Tshiela Byart-Mutombo returned. Her belief in the DRC’s potential to thrive inspired her decision to build a business in a sector facing challenges but rich with possibilities for growth and transformation. Today, Shanty Tshiela Byart-Mutombo Champions Courage, Hope, and Transformation in the Mining Sector at Mining Indaba 2025. Shanty Tshiela Byart-Mutombo, Founder and CEO of EG

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4:25

Today marks the ninth anniversary of the Lily mine...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

Today marks the ninth anniversary of the Lily mine tragedy, a tragedy that left Pretty Nkambule, Yvonne Mnisi and Solomon Nyirenda trapped underground when the mine collapsed. The three had been in a container used as a lamp room at the time. There was a commemoration event today at the Mine in Barberton, Mpumalanga. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Harry Mazibuko, Lily Mine Tragedy Victims’ Family Spokesperson

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6:06

The state of readiness to host the 2025 State of the...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

Earlier today, Parliament’s Presiding Officers, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, and the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, addressed the media on the state of readiness to host the 2025 State of the Nation Address tomorrow. SABC News journalist, Abongwe Kobokwane was at the briefing and joins me on the line to tell us what came out of it… GUEST: Abongwe Kobokwane, SABC News Reporter

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7:49

Durban school pupils were taken to hospital after...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

Durban school pupils were taken to hospital after being stabbed in an alleged racial altercation yesterday. Centenary Secondary School in Asherville issued an urgent notice to parents, informing them classes would be dismissed at 9.30am due to “circumstances that have arisen”. To get more information on this incident, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Muzi Mahlambi, Head of Communication for the KZN Department of Education

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8:09

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) is...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to use tomorrow’s State of the Nation Address to outline urgent reforms that are aimed at assisting our country to create more jobs. According to the organisation, tweaking existing policies is not enough. South Africa requires a fundamental departure from the policies and approaches that have led to crisis on almost every front. To elaborate further on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Ann Bernstein,

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12:05

U.S President Donald Trump has reiterated his...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

U.S President Donald Trump has reiterated his suggestion that Palestinians should leave Gaza and relocate to countries like Egypt and Jordan. However, his proposal has been rejected by both countries, Egypt and Jordan, other Arab nations, including Saudi Arabia, and Palestinian leaders. But what really informs this proposal and how will it contribute to peace and stability in the Gaza Strip? GUEST (Washington DC): Guy Azriel, Diplomatic Correspondent @i24 News

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5:53

Should Palestinians consider relocating from Gaza to...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/05

Still on Trump’s suggestion: This time around though, we look at the possible political ramifications of his proposal, asking, should it even be entertained or it will simply make matters worse in the Middle East? Also what options do Palestinians have in this kind of situation? For more on this, we are joined by…… GUEST: Zeenat Adam, Deputy Executive Director at the Afro-Middle East Centre

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7:52

Isobel Frye G20 Senior Policy Advisor at Oxfam South...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

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11:47

We untangle the link between load reduction and the...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

We untangle the link between load reduction and the culture of non-payment in South Africa, asking - Is it factually correct to conclude that South Africa’s planned electricity outages target poor, black communities? During the 1st hour of the show we played you a sound clip by Dr Trevor Ngwane who described load reduction as an energy racism, lamenting the fact that it affects townships and villages most of the time. We are now joined by Keabetswe Sticks Malebo to share his thoughts on the

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10:05

Soweto Derby chaos

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

Minister of Sport, Art, and Recreation, Gayton McKenzie apologised to Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates fans who were locked out of the FNB Stadium during the Soweto Derby match this past weekend despite having legitimate tickets. There were numerous challenges at FNB Stadium this past weekend. I am joined on the line by Bertie Grobbelaar, the Chief Executive Officer of Stadium Management South Africa to talk to us about these challenges… GUEST: Bertie Grobbelaar, Chief Executive Officer Of

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11:37

ANC condemns AfriForum’s misinformation campaign,...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

The ANC released a statement yesterday condemning what the party calls a misinformation campaign spearheaded by AfriForum, which has now gained traction through US President Donald Trump. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lindiwe Zulu, ANC National Executive Committee member and Chair of the ANC Subcommittee on International Relations

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11:41

Phathiswa Magopeni appointed as Executive Director of...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

SABC Board Member, Phathiswa Magopeni has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Press Council of South Africa. Magopeni, who was already a member of the Council, hopes to strengthen the institution’s role in defending media freedom and also in ensuring that our press continues to play a meaningful role in upholding democracy. GUEST: Phathiswa Magopeni, SABC Board Member & newly appointed Executive Directory of the Press Council of SA

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7:56

The DR Congo’s communications minister Patrick Muyaya...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/04

The DR Congo’s communications minister Patrick Muyaya Katembwe is calling for the international community to impose sanctions on Rwanda. While on the other hand, the alliance of rebel groups in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have declared a humanitarian ceasefire, starting from today. GUEST (DRC): Patrick Muyaya Katembwe, DR Congo’s Minister of Communications

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7:19

Janine Hills believes what is happening between South...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/03

Reputation Management Expert, Janine Hills believes what is happening between South Africa and the US is a watershed moment that could turn a crisis into a positive. This is what Janine Hills had to say about this situation…

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3:18

U.S President Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social...

The National Pulse ·

2025/02/03

Different people have been commenting and sharing their views on the statement that was released by US President, Donald Trump as well as comments that came from AfriForum CEO, Kallie Kriel in the conversation I just had with him. We now hear from… GUEST: Faiez Jacobs, former ANC MP whose now a concerned citizen

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