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3:44

Africa Month: Kenya and France co-host the Africa...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/11

More than 30 African leaders kicked off a summit with French President, Emmanuel Macron, in Kenya today. The Africa Forward Summit is the first France has organised in an English-speaking nation and follows a series of setbacks in West Africa, where some Francophone leaders have cut back on security and commercial links with their former colonial ruler. GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC News Specialist Correspondent

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8:47

Political Analysis: Impeachment

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2026/05/11

Former ANC KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Bheki Mtolo, has shared his views on the impeachment issue after Friday’s Constitutional Court ruling. GUEST: Tara Roos, Political Analyst

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13:13

Constitutional Court’s Phala Phala judgment: What it...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/07

The Constitutional Court will deliver its ruling on Phala Phala tomorrow. This comes after the EFF brought an application before the ConCourt against parliament's blocking of an impeachment inquiry by voting down a Section 89 panel report. GUEST: Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst

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5:14

Serious irregularities uncovered in Minister...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/07

The Public Service Commission on Wednesday said its investigation into the appointment of Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe’s former private secretary and acting chief of staff Leside Mabiletja violated multiple values and principles of the public administration. We find out more on the findings… Guest: Hendrica Sithole - Investigator at the Public Service Commission

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7:08

Impact of the SIU’s funding on operations

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2026/05/07

The SIU presented its budget and annual performance plan to the portfolio committee on Justice and Constitutional Development which raised concerns that the current funding structure directly constrains the unit’s workforce and limits its ability to effectively carry out its mandate. We find out more on this with… Guest: Selby Makgotho - SIU spokesperson

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9:47

Court hears safe baby relinquish legal battle

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/07

Today marks Day 3 of proceedings in The High Court in the landmark case on safe child relinquishment. The court will decide whether South African law should recognise safe relinquishment, including baby savers as a legal alternative to abandonment. Let’s hear more on the case with… Guest: Robyn Wolfson Vorster - Child protection activist and founder of For the Voiceless

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5:23

Africa Month: DR Congo grappling with food insecurity

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/07

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is grappling with severe food insecurity, especially in its capital, Kinshasa, due to climate change, prolonged conflict, and a struggling economy. GUEST: Nixon Katembo, Independent African Affairs Analyst

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10:09

Fadiel Adams faces court over justice interference

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2026/05/07

GUEST: Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police

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9:28

Ex-financial adviser rallies more than 1,000 people...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

About 1200 Social Relief of Distress grant beneficiaries have used the money to invest in the Isinkwa Sethu campaign run by former financial advisor, Sibusiso Ntsele, in Evaton, South of Johannesburg. GUEST: Sibusiso Ntsele, founder of Isinkwa Sethu Campaign in Evaton

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5:05

Should Joburg residents worry about Hantavirus?

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

The ANC Greater Johannesburg region says it is worried about a potential health crisis after a man confirmed to have Hanta virus was flown to Sandton for treatment. The man, who is a British national, was from Ascension Island in the South Atlantic for treatment in Joburg while another Dutch tourist, who was on board the MV Hondius, was flown from the island of St Helena to the City of Ekurhuleni, where she was supposed to board a flight to the Netherlands. She later collapsed and died at the

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7:02

Universities South Africa responds to NSFAS being...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has been placed under administration for the third time in 8 years,we speak to Universities South Africa about the impact of this on students… Guest: Dr. Phethiwe Matutu is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Universities South Africa

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6:10

Disaster management responses

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

Several parts of South Africa have been affected by flooding following heavy rains, raising concerns about damage to infrastructure and the safety of residents. Emergency services and local authorities have been deployed to the worst-hit areas, where reports indicate road closures, displaced families, and disruptions to essential services. The Disaster Management Centre is closely monitoring the situation across provinces and coordinating relief efforts, including rescue operations, temporary

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7:31

B-BBEE legal sector code court challenge

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

Top law firms are fighting transformation in court, arguing Legal Sector Code harms B-BBEE. We find out more on what the case is about and what took place on day 2 of the hearing… Guest: Mpumelelo "Bond" Nyoka - Attorney & Legal analyst

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5:16

Recap of Day 2 of the NHI legal challenge

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

The Constitutional Court will continue hearing arguments against the contentious National Health Insurance Act. On the first day of proceedings yesterday, the Board of Healthcare Funders argued that Parliament failed to meet its constitutional obligation to facilitate meaningful public consultation. The Bill was passed by the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces in 2023We find out what transpired on day 2 of the sitting with… Guest: Nosipho Radebe – SABC Reporter

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9:26

Africa Month: Using photography to capture history...

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2026/05/06

Yesterday, award-winning Kenyan photojournalist, Boniface Mwangi, joined photographers, storytellers, and visual journalists at the launch of the Baraza Lens exhibition. As someone whose journey began behind the lens, Boniface knows the power of photography, not just to document history, but also to expose injustice, preserve history and shape how a country sees itself. GUEST: Boniface Mwangi, Award-winning Kenyan photojournalist

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5:01

Schools in certain areas of the Eden and Central...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

The Western Cape Education Department has taken the decision to close some public schools in the Eden and Central Karoo District today and tomorrow. GUEST: Kerry Mauchline, Spokesperson to David Maynier, Western Cape Ministry of Education

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9:21

Thembisa residents protest unsafe goods in spaza shops

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/06

Thembisa residents, on Gauteng’s East Rand, took to the streets today, to protest against what they say is the sale of unsafe and non-compliant goods at local spaza shops. GUEST: Luyanda Danca, SABC News Reporter

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6:29

Fuel spending drops 35% as South Africans respond to...

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/05

According to new data from Discovery Insure, South Africans bought 35% less fuel in April compared to March. GUEST: Robert Attwell, CEO of Discovery Insure

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15:34

SA mayors rate themselves

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/05

A couple of days ago, during a President's Coordinating Council meeting, News 24 asked Metro mayors, Dada Morero of the City of Joburg, Cyril Xaba who leads eThekwini, Ekurhuleni's Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, Mangaung Metro’s Gregory Nthatisi and Babalwa Lobishe who is at the helm of Nelson Mandela Bay to rate themselves. GUEST: Siyamtanda Capa, News 24 Journalist

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8:57

#Champion

The National Pulse ·

2026/05/05

He recently graduated with a PhD at Stellenbosch University, making him the first black medical orthotist and prosthetist in South Africa to obtain a PhD. He joins us on the line… Guest: Dr Luphiwo Mduzana – Recent graduate, and Head of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Walter Sisulu University

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