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7:43

ANC confirmed that it has finally closed the Jacob...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

Yesterday, the African National Congress confirmed that it has finally closed the Jacob Zuma chapter after he failed to respond within 21 days to appeal his expulsion. I guess the big question now is – will some party members miss him? For more analysis on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Professor Andre Duvenhage, Political analyst based at North-West University Potchefstroom Campus

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5:20

Women as Global Leaders: Leveraging Unique Qualities

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

The role of women in global leadership has become increasingly significant. Women bring unique perspectives and qualities that are not only transforming businesses but also shaping the future of industries and societies at large. Despite the considerable progress made in recent years, female leaders continue to navigate a complex landscape filled with challenges. GUEST: Debra Lalla, Senior Academic at Regent Business School

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8:45

Should South Africa bid to host the Olympics?

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

A few weeks ago I asked “Should South Africa bid to host the Olympics?”. This question came at the back of all the euphoria we experienced during the 2024 Paris Olympics. So the question still stands? Should South Africa consider hosting the Olympics? Entrepreneur, Koshiek Karan says NO! In fact, he says Cape Town trying to host Olympics in 2040 is a TERRIBLE idea. Koshiek Karan joins me on the line … GUEST: Koshiek Karan, Serial entrepreneur and investor

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10:23

Eastern Cape ANC is calling on the government to...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

ANC Eastern Cape calls for military to be deployed in the province Eastern Cape ANC is calling on the government to deploy soldiers in crime hotspots in the province following a surge in extortion cases in places like Mthatha and Gqeberha. According to the party, there's a R1 billion road being constructed by SANRAL in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality that has been blocked by individuals extorting money from the service provider. GUEST: Gift Ngqondi, ANC Eastern Cape Provincial Head of

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4:23

Deputy Minister of Public Works and infrastructure...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

Deputy Minister of Public Works and infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala was in vosloorus earlier today to assess progress made on roads and storm water projects in vosloorus in the City of Ekurhuleni. This was part of the deputy minister’s pre-presidential imbizo programme in Ekurhuleni. The deputy minister is of the view that, this visit will mitigate challenges relating to public works and infrastructure projects in the area. GUEST: Sihle Zikalala, Deputy Minister of Public Works and

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8:52

Margaret Arnolds unpack her new portfolio and her...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

Former Speaker of the City of Johannesburg Margaret Arnolds speaks to us about her new portfolio and her previous role as Speaker of the City of Johannesburg. Arnolds has acknowledged the challenges faced during her tenure, highlighting the spirit of unity in addressing the city’s needs. GUEST: Margaret Arnolds, MMC for Finance in the City of Joburg

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11:32

Malema has criticized some party members for failing...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

What do you make of Julius Malema’s speech that he delivered last night – was it unifying or even more divisive and how is his militant talk helping the party going forward? Malema has criticized some party members for failing to defend the party post Floyd Shivhambu’s departure, he has also issued a stern warning to those who want to leave the party, telling them to leave now!! For more analysis on this, we are joined by……..Thobani Zikalala but before we speak to him, take a listen to what Malema

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8:47

Democrats Convention is currently underway in Chicago

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/20

We get more analysis on the Democrats Convention that is currently underway in Chicago – asking, what does it all mean for Team Kamala Harris & Tim Waltz ahead of the November election. Also interestingly, President Joe Biden gave a tearful keynote speech last night. For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Sherwin Bryce-Pease, SABC Correspondent based in New York

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9:55

I had a lot of racial incidents in Croatia. I had no...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

A South African woman who was allegedly brutally assaulted by three men in Croatia arrived back home in South Africa after being evacuated by the department of international relations and co-operation, with her child, after a video of her desperately pleading for help went viral on social media. Basetsana Horing could not immediately come back to South Africa as her son was born in Croatia and needed a visa. DIRCO's Clayson Monyela was instrumental in facilitating her return. GUEST: Basetsana

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13:52

Analysis: ANC Gauteng Politics

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

The ANC in Gauteng concluded its Provincial Executive Committee Lekgotla earlier and briefed the media on the outcomes of the Lekgotla. We will play clips from that briefing a little later. For now, we focus on what happened in the ANC before this lekgotla as well as some of the comments made by ANC Gauteng provincial chairperson, Panyaza Lesufi. GUEST: Mzwandile Mbeje, SABC News Political Editor

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12:08

Tech & Innovation

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

Wabo Majavu tells us more about the upcoming Telecoms and Datacentre Summit which is due to take place next week Tuesday (27th August 2024). Among other things, the summit will discuss the issue of women participation and representation in the telecommunications industry. Majavu joins us now to give us more details……. GUEST (studio): Wabo Majavu, Executive for Strategy and Business Operation @Africa Data Centre

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8:12

President Ramaphosa signs the Electricity Regulation...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

I made mention of this last week Friday just before talking to my guest, Dr. Alan Boesak. Just in case you missed it, President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill into law. This new law aims to ensure energy security, a more competitive energy market and the rapid uptake of renewables. GUEST: Hilton Trollip, Research Associate at the Energy Systems Research Group at the University of Cape Town

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4:01

Defence counsel Zandile Mshololo has accused retired...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

Defence counsel Zandile Mshololo has accused retired cellphone data analyst Colonel Lambertus Steyn of manipulating evidence in the Senzo Meyiwa case. Steyn has been recalled to the stand at the High Court in Pretoria to give clarity on two calls allegedly made between Meyiwa's then girlfriend Kelly Khumalo and accused number 5, Fisokuhle Ntuli prior to the murder. However, Colonel Steyn says he will never fabricate evidence. To give us the latest on this is….. GUEST: Pearl Magubane, SABC News

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9:55

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

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

The ANC's National Working Committee is currently in KwaZulu-Natal to evaluate the state of the organisation post this year’s general elections. It is public knowledge that the party lost its majority in KwaZulu-Natal, sliding from 57 percent of the vote to 17 percent. What would be the best formular for them to fix what went wrong in the province? For more on this, we speak to ….. GUEST: Precious Lugayeni, Independent political analyst

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7:21

SADC Summit that is currently underway in Zimbabwe.

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/19

We unpack the SADC Summit that is currently underway in Zimbabwe. The summit is responsible for the overall policy direction and control of functions of the Community, ultimately making it the policy-making institution of SADC. But how effective is this body in terms of decision making? We find out from….. GUEST: Prof Lovemore Madhuku: President of the NCA Party and Professor of law at the University of Zimbabwe

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30:57

The Fireside Chat: The Fireside Chat

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/16

Today we decipher the story of Dr Allan Boesak as he joins us to talk about his personal journey and his contribution to the development of our country. Hopefully his story will inspire a lot of you out there and help you refocus on some great principles for living. GUEST: Dr Allan Boesak, Cleric, politician, activist and campaigner for justice

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5:22

the Mediwell Healthy Women’s Month campaign which is...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/16

We tell you more about the Mediwell Healthy Women’s Month campaign which is about rolling out free health screenings for women who do not have medical aid. The initiative is a Public-Private Partnership that will see may partners mobilizing their resources to empower women to take control of their health. To tell us more about this initiative is…. GUEST: Dr Maggie Mojapelo, Mediwell Founder

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9:24

Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlines nuclear energy programme

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/16

Electricity and energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, outlined South Africa's nuclear programme in the future energy mix at a media briefing in Pretoria earlier today. One of the key things the Minister spoke about is the withdrawal of a Ministerial determination for the procurement of 2 500 MW of new nuclear capacity. Energy Expert, Chris Yelland attended the press briefing and joins me on the line… GUEST: Chris Yelland, Energy Expert

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4:57

Manzini Magistrate’s Court in Eswatini ruled that two...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/16

Earlier on today, the Manzini Magistrate’s Court in Eswatini ruled that two siblings Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande will be extradited to South Africa. They are wanted in the country for the murder of Kiernan AKA Forbes and his friend ‘Tibz’ Tebello Motsoane. The siblings are accused of two other murders in separate cases. To explain what this extradition process entails and what it means for the two brothers’ pending case is…. GUEST: Mpumelelo Zikalala, Legal practitioner

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9:12

Thulasizwe Simelane has been announced as the new...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/16

We welcome our new colleague Thulasizwe Simelane who has been announced as the new host of the station’s flagship breakfast show, ‘The Morning Brief’. GUEST: Thulasizwe Simelane, new SAfm host of ‘The Morning Brief’

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