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11:28

Tom London on being an activist

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

Thomas “Tom London” Holmes has released a statement after a video he posted at Helen Joseph Hospital went viral at the weekend alleging unprofessional conduct by some students and staff. GUEST: Thomas “Tom London” Holmes, former broadcaster

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8:52

NPA wants access to Zondo Commission database

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Thembi Simelane returned to the Portfolio Committee on Justice today. This time around, the Minister was not defending her role in the VBS saga, the Minister was appearing with the NPA before the committee to brief them on access to the Zondo Commission database. GUEST: Abra Barbier, SABC News Reporter

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9:39

The killing of Ali Mohamed Kibao, former leader of...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

As the United Republic of Tanzania gears up for local elections in December and a general election next year. The killing of Ali Mohamed Kibao, former leader of Tanzania's main opposition CHADEMA party has heightened tensions and uncertainty in Tanzania, and it has added to growing concerns over a recent surge in kidnappings of three CHADEMA members. But what can we read into this unfortunate latest incident? For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST (Studio): Nixon Katembo, African affairs

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11:40

call for the decolonisation of law, particularly in...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

Our guest is calling for the decolonisation of law, particularly in the field of copyright law, arguing that current legal definitions of authorship reflect Euro-American sensitivities, and neglect African ways of thinking and knowing. He joins us now to explain why….. GUEST: Dr Ntando Sindane, University of Cape Town (UCT) PhD graduate in Commercial Law

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7:49

Equal Education has added its voice to the growing...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

Equal Education has added its voice to the growing criticism surrounding the Western Cape Education Department’s decision to cut over 2000 teaching posts. The organisation is arguing that the decision to reduce teacher posts will prolong and worsen the crises faced by the education sector. To elaborate further on this is….. GUEST: SIBONGILE KWAZI, SADTU Western Cape PROVINCIAL SECRETARY

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7:16

Nomonde Ngema, a 21-year-old Tik Tokker living with...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

Today we chat to Nomonde Ngema, a 21-year-old Tik Tokker living with HIV. Nomonde uses social media to educate South Africans about the benefits of approaching life from a positive point of view and to correct misconceptions and help others learn more about HIV. In two weeks’ time, she will be jetting off to New York to attend the UN SG Summit of the Future as a speaker. GUEST: Nomonde Ngema, HER Voice Fund Ambassador for South Africa

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10:18

Hellen Joseph patient video: DA reacts

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

DA’s Shadow MEC for Health in Gauteng, Jack Bloom joins me on the line to share his views on the Hellen Joseph incident as well as public hospitals in Gauteng (generally) GUEST: Jack Bloom, DA Shadow MEC for Health in Gauteng

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8:21

Personal Growth feature: - Personal growth starts...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

When it comes to personal growth, certain areas stand out as particularly important. Dudu Msomi, Leadership & Board Development Programme Designer & Facilitator joins me on the line to talk about personal growth and how that growth starts with personal leadership. GUEST: Dudu Msomi, Leadership & Board Development Programme Designer & Facilitator.

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5:56

Whistleblower murder

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

Armand Swart, an engineer from Vereeniging was shot dead this past April. 2 weeks before Armand was murdered, the engineering firm Armand worked for made a whistleblower report. News 24 investigative journalist, Jeff Wicks joins me on the line to tell us more about this story… GUEST: Jeff Wicks, News24 investigative journalist

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6:03

Legal Resource Centre return to court in Eastern Cape...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

The Legal Resource Centre will return to the Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda this week to advocate for the rights of young learners in the Eastern Cape. This case comes against a backdrop of widespread concern over the dangerous journeys many children face daily just to attend school. GUEST: Cameron McConnachie, Programme lead Attorney for the Education Programme at the Legal Resource Centre

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5:45

Lawyers represent victims of listeriosis calling for...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

Listeriosis: Tiger Brands Must Pay Campaign Lawyers who represent victims who were affected by listeriosis outbreak say they have new evidence linking Tiger Brands to the tragedy and are calling on the firm to settle with victims immediately. GUEST: Richard Spoor, from Richard Spoor Inc Attorneys

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4:30

The ANC’s National Working Committee is currently...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

The ANC’s National Working Committee is currently meeting with the Gauteng Provincial Executive Committee over its performance at the May polls. Earlier on today, the party’s Secretary General Fikile Mbalula addressed the media ahead of today’s meeting. Joining us to talk about some of the issues that were raised during this morning’s press briefing is…. GUEST: S’bahle Motha, SABC News reporter

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6:08

What informs Algeria’s election irregularities?

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

On Sunday, Algeria’s National Independent Election Authority announced President Abdelmadjid Tebboune as the winner of the country’s election that took place on Saturday. However, there are claims that the results do not match turnout figures and local tallies. Interestingly, President Tebboune also agrees with this assertion. So what really happened on Saturday? For more on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Ibrahim Deen, Independent Researcher

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15:04

More reaction to Tom London’s complaint

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/09

The South African Medical Association has extended its sincere sympathy to Tom London and all those who continue to suffer due to the dire circumstances in our public healthcare sector. In a video posted on social media, London claims to have experienced neglect and rude behaviour from the staff and doctors. GUEST: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa, Chairperson of the South African Medical Association (SAMA)

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40:05

The Fireside Chat: Carolyn Steyn, Philanthropist,...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

The Fireside Chat As we continue with our Fridays Fireside Chats. Today we are joined by Carolyn Steyn who is widely known for knitting blankets in honour of Nelson Mandela’s contribution, life and legacy. Some of you may recall that in 2014, Carolyn founded the initiative 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day, which has since evolved into a global movement. GUEST (Studio): Carolyn Steyn, Philanthropist, South African Businesswoman & founder of the non-profit organisation, 67 Blankets for

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6:36

Deep Learning Indaba hosted in Senegal

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

The Deep Learning Indaba is the annual meeting of the African machine learning and AI community with the mission to strengthen African AI. This year the deep learning indaba is taking place in Dakar, Senegal, from the 1st to the 7th of September 2024 at Amadou Mahtar Mbow University comprising keynotes, tutorials, workshops, panel discussions, and paper presentations. Bataung Qhotsokoane, Editor at iAfrikan.com is currently in Senegal and joins me on the line… GUEST: Bataung Qhotsokoane,

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5:57

Doctors without borders are calling on all...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

Doctors without borders are calling on all stakeholders to ensure an equitable distribution of resources in the DRC as the country continues to see an increase in the spread of mpox. You may recall that last month the World Health Organisation declared the surge in mpox cases a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to rising infections in several countries, particularly in Africa. Since the beginning of the year, DRC has reported over 4,901 confirmed mpox cases, with more than

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9:24

China-Africa Cooperation summit

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

It is the final stretch of the China-Africa Cooperation summit underway in Beijing. This summit was the biggest gathering of African heads of state outside of the continent wraps up its business today. China is ready to work with African countries to fully implement various outcomes of the summit, promote common development and prosperity, and jointly build a high-level China-Africa community with a shared future. GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC International News Editor

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5:59

Blind SA, represented by SECTION27, is taking the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

Blind SA, represented by SECTION27, is taking the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB), on an urgent basis, to the Equality Court for unfairly discriminating against 50 blind and visually impaired students who are trying to complete the National Certificate in Small Business and Financial Management through the ICB. To tell us more about this case is…. GUEST: Christo de Klerk, President of Blind SA

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8:24

Simelane denied having an improper relationship with...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

Earlier on today, Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Thembi Simelane appeared before the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services to explain matters related to VBS. Simelane denied having an improper relationship with the contractor employed by the Polokwane municipality and she also denied any wrong-doing regarding the controversial VBS scandal. Take a listen to what she had to say…… GUEST: Dr Levy Ndou, Political analyst from Tshwane University of Technology

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