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8:25

the National Economic Development Labour Council's...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/06

Today, representatives of organised business, community, government and organised labour are meeting in Johannesburg for the National Economic Development Labour Council's 29th Annual Summit. For more on what this year’s summit is about, we are joined by….. GUEST: Katlego Legodi, SABC News reporter

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8:25

Senamile Masango is a celebrated nuclear scientist,...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

Following our chat with former DIRCO Minister Dr Naledi Pandor last week. Today we speak to Senamile Masango who was mentioned by Pandor as a young person to watch in South Africa. Masango is a celebrated nuclear scientist, who will always be celebrated as the first African woman to conduct an African led experiment at the European Organization for Nuclear Research, known as CERN. GUEST: Senamile Masango, Nuclear Physicist, the First African woman to conduct an African led experiment at CERN

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11:51

Analysis: Bongani Baloyi joins MK Party

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2024/09/05

Earlier on, I spoke to new MK member, Bongani Baloyi, about his move to the party. Political analyst, Lukhona Mnguni joins me on the line to give us a political analysis of this situation. Lukhona, let’s start by playing clips from the conversation I had with Bongani Baloyi… GUEST: Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst

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9:24

former president Thabo Mbeki wished the ANC-led GNU...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

Yesterday, through his regular engagements at Unisa through the Thabo Mbeki School, former president Thabo Mbeki wished the ANC-led GNU success and said the planned national dialogue would be critical in giving President Cyril Ramaphosa’s government a mandate so that all those in the executive would stop referring to their own manifestos. GUEST: Advocate Sipho Mantula

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11:23

China-Africa Cooperation summit

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

We’ve been having a daily check-in with SABC International News Editor, Sophie Mokoena who is currently in Beijing, China, for the China-Africa Cooperation summit. President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke about 2 hours ago but before that, China President, Xi Jinping pledged China's support across debt-laden Africa. Sophie Mokoena what exactly did… GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC International News Editor

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13:42

Xiluva founder, Bongani Baloyi is the latest...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

Following weeks of rumours, it is now public knowledge that Xiluva founder, Bongani Baloyi is the latest high-profile politician to join the Jacob Zuma-led uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party. Baloyi joins us now to tell us more about his latest political move…. GUEST: Bongani Baloyi, new MK Party member

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8:28

Close to 25 million Algerians will head to the polls...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

Close to 25 million Algerians will head to the polls on Saturday to exercise their right to pick the country’s next leader. However though, most observers believe that incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune faces no real risk to his rule as he seeks a second term. GUEST: Ebrahim Deen, Independent Researcher

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5:17

Biki Lepota

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2024/09/05

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6:22

PRASA has announced additional train services for...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

PRASA has announced additional train services for spectators attending tomorrow’s AFCON Qualifier match between Bafana Bafana and Uganda. The same arrangement has been made for spectators attending the highly anticipated rugby Test match that is due to take place on Saturday between the Springboks and All Blacks in Cape Town. To talk to us about this is….. GUEST: Zipho Mlambo, Head of Marketing at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)

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6:22

2nd Africa Food Systems Alliance and what its...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/05

We unpack the African Food Systems Forum 2024 Summit that is currently underway in Rwanda, Kigali. This as we understand that food security and hunger are persistent challenges in Africa. Interestingly food aid has been steadily increasing at approximately 10% each year. So this is definitely one of those issues that we can’t ignore. Joining us for this conversation is…. GUEST (Rwanda): Boazi Keizire, Head of Policy and Advocacy at the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)

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10:03

After 35 years of dedicated service, Jackie Gallagher...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

Today we chat to Jackie Gallagher, Sparrow Schools Educational Trust founder. After 35 years of dedicated service, Jackie Gallagher has announced her retirement and stepped down as the General Manager of Sparrow School Educational Trust. Gallagher founded the organisation as a Saturday school with just four learners. Under her leadership, it grew into a successful educational institution in South Africa. GUEST: Jackie Gallagher, founder of Sparrow Schools Educational Trust

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5:27

Ministers sign deal to boost sports and arts access...

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2024/09/04

Earlier today, Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie and the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube signed an agreement that is meant to progressively transform access to both sports and cultural programs in schools. Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube joins me on the line… GUEST: Siviwe Gwarube, Minister of Basic Education

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13:14

Post Office Liquidation Day Zero

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

Earlier on, I spoke to former Post office CEO, Mark Barnes, about the looming liquidation day zero of the SOE. The South African Post Office said unless it receives a cash injection, it will run out of funds as early as October. GUEST: Anoosh Rooplal, South African Business Rescue Practitioner

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6:44

Animation in South Africa

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

Animation in South Africa is rapidly becoming a significant industry, and its rise to prominence reflects not just local creativity, but also the country’s potential to be a global leader in Animation and multimedia technology. Joining me on the line to talk about animation in South Africa is Tumelo Matabola, a junior 2D/3D generalist with a focus on traditional 2D animation and 2D VFX animation. Tumelo believes that animation is a powerful medium to educate and catalyze progressive social change

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7:35

Mpho Morolane resigns from EFF

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

Weeks after announcing he was mobilising the party to appoint a new secretary-general in Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, the former leader of the EFF students command, Mpho Morolane, has resigned from the party, following in Floyd Shivambu’s footsteps. His departure marks the end of a decade-long affiliation with the organisation, where he played several key roles including serving as the inaugural president of the EFF students command and as a member of its “war council”, a structure charged with its day-to-day

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7:56

Ramaphosa in China: Day 3

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit today touching on the South African economy as well as the 7th administration’s journey. SABC International News Editor, Sophie Mokoena joins me on the line from China… GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC International News Editor

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7:58

how South Africa’s Chemical Industries Education and...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

In conversation with Yershen Pillay about how South Africa’s Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) is taking smart skills centre (each one worth R5 million) to rural parts of the country. Also interestingly, for the second year, CHIETA has received a clean audit from the AG and met all 100 percent of its targets. CHIETA has also partnered with Services Seta to deepen access to smart centres in rural areas. GUEST: Yershen Pillay, CEO of CHIETA

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10:06

Trade union GIWUSA has condemned the brutal killing...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

Trade union GIWUSA has condemned the brutal killing of two women in Limpopo who were brutally killed by farmers and allegedly fed them to pigs. They say the murder exposes the cruel logic of capitalism, where profits are prioritised over people’s needs. GUEST: Mametlwe Sebei, President of the Gneral Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA)

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13:36

Can SA Post Office be saved?

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/04

With the South African Post Office (SAPO) revealing yesterday that its Day Zero is approaching fast. We speak to former CEO about what needs to be done to save the ailing state company. The organisation has warned that unless they are offered a cash injection, its reserves will run out next month and may need to be liquidated. GUEST: Mark Barners, former Post Office CEO

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9:24

Tshepo Mohlala, a successful fashion designer as he...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/03

Today we chat to Tshepo Mohlala, a successful fashion designer as he continues to spread his wings. Tshepo recently announced the opening of a new pop-up branch in Sandton City Mall. GUEST: Tshepo Mohlala, Tshepo Jeans owner

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