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7:51

The UN Security Council has renewed sanctions on...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/12

The UN Security Council has renewed sanctions on Sudan’s Darfur region, extending an arms embargo, asset freezes, and travel bans for 12 months. All 15 members of the council voted in favour of the resolution, which extended measures first adopted in March 2005. But how effective are these sanctions in relation to what is happening in Sudan? For more on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Zeenat Adam, Deputy Executive Director at the Afro-Middle East Centre

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5:36

Pastor Paseka ‘Mboro’ Motsoeneng has been granted...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/12

Pastor Paseka ‘Mboro’ Motsoeneng has been granted R3000 bail. His co-accused and bodyguard, Clement Baloyi, is also out on warning. During this morning’s short appearance before the Palm Ridge magistrate’s court, the state said that it would not be opposing the duo’s bail application, provided strict measures were attached to their bail. The case is set to continue on 21 October. GUEST: Advocate MoAfrika waMaila, Defense Advocate representing Pastor ‘Mboro’ Motsoeneng

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13:32

DA Leader John Steenhuisen addressed the Cape Town...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/12

About two hours ago, DA Leader John Steenhuisen addressed the Cape Town Press Club on the party’s approach to the Government of National Unity. During the press briefing, Steenhuisen reiterated the DA’s position that President Ramaphosa should not sign BELA into law tomorrow, warning that if he goes ahead, the party will have to consider all its options on the way forward. He also gave assurances that the DA will not crash the government unless the government is crashing the economy or trashing the

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7:18

We celebrate Matthew Pearce who commentated on his...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

We celebrate Matthew Pearce who commentated on his 150th Springbok Test match when the Boks took on the All Blacks this past weekend. Matthew has toured with the Springboks since 2008 and has anchored the SuperSport coverage at the Rugby World Cup since 2011. GUEST: Matthew Pearce, SuperSport Rugby Broadcaster/Commentator

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11:31

Political Analysis: DA on GNU if BELA BILL signed

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

DA leader John Steenhuisen has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa the GNU could be in jeopardy if he goes ahead with signing the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill into law on Friday. Earlier on, I spoke to DA National Spokesperson, Willie Aucamp about this position and this is what he said… GUEST: Professor Susan Booysen, Political Analyst from Wits University

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6:28

Branding & Marketing

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

We learn more about “Investment Creative and how this Philosophy has had an impact on some of South Africa’s most-loved brands.” GUEST: Nathan Reddy, founder of Grid Worldwide

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10:25

Information Regulator says IEC does not have adequate...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

The Information Regulator held a press briefing earlier today to share the progress and developments of the Regulator’s work since the beginning of their financial year in April 2024. One of the major outcomes from this presser is that the Electoral Commission of South Africa, the IEC, does not have adequate controls in place to protect the confidential personal information it receives. GUEST: Advocate Pansy Tlakula, Chairperson of the Information Regulator of South Africa

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11:13

The Democratic Alliance has warned President Cyril...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

The Democratic Alliance has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa not to sign the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill into law, cautioning that the bill in its current form is unacceptable as it has constitutional implications. The party has also warned that if Ramaphosa goes against their wishes, this will negatively affect the spirit of the Government of National Unity. GUEST: Willie Aucamp, DA National spokesperson

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9:30

Tomorrow marks the 47th Anniversary of his death.

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

In conversation with Obenewa Amponsah about the legacy of Stephen Bantu Biko just to remind you who he was and what he stood for. This as tomorrow marks the 47th Anniversary of his death. GUEST (U.S): Obenewa Amponsah, former CEO of the Steve Biko Foundation who serves on the Board of the US Chapter of the African Women’s Development Fund & she is currently pursuing her PhD in African Literature

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7:41

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris's US presidential debate

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

Post last night’s debate some snap polls suggest Kamala Harris won the debate, but Donald Trump is of the view that she lost badly. The two candidates clashed repeatedly on the economy, abortion and immigration in a showdown also marked by personal attacks. But who performed better? Joining us for this conversation is…… But before we speak to him, take a listen to this BBC clip on how the debate went down last night…… GUEST: Dr Gideon Chitanga, Research Associate at the African Centre for

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7:50

Mountaineer Sibusiso Vilane chats to us about his...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/11

Mountaineer Sibusiso Vilane chats to us about his next adventure and what he hopes to achieve. So far the preparations haven’t been easy as he seeks some sponsorship help in order to achieve his next objective. This as we understand that mountain climbing has become hugely expensive and impossible to afford. GUEST: Sibusiso Vilane, Mountaineer

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9:31

The winners of this year’s Youth4SaferSA Debate...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

Today we speak to the winners of this year’s Youth4SaferSA Debate Championship. This past weekend, the Safer South Africa Foundation announced Mpumalanga as the winner of this year’s Debate Championship, while the Western Cape and Eastern Cape took second and third places. GUEST: Thoriso Skosana (Captain of the Mpumalanga Team), a grade 11 learner at Lowveld High School in Mpumalanga GUEST: Nkanyiso Mjaji, also a grade 11 learner at Lowveld High School in Mpumalanga

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5:15

The fire has been contained, and no injuries have...

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2024/09/10

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11:45

2407 Teaching posts will be cut in the Western Cape...

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2024/09/10

Last week, the Western Cape Department of Education revealed that they will be cutting 2,407 teaching posts after national Treasury cut the province’s budget by R3.8bn. This has caused an uproar not only in the education sector but with all organisations and civilians at large. GUEST: Bronagh Hammond, Western Cape Department of Education spokesperson

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7:52

Checker’s Sixty60 app is the biggest on-demand...

The National Pulse ·

2024/09/10

The people behind South Africa’s biggest on-demand grocery delivery service Checker’s Sixty60 app is the biggest on-demand grocery delivery service in South Africa, and it has another on-demand delivery service, Zulzi, to thank for the successful platform. Zulzi built the initial Checkers Sixty60 platform and is still maintaining it, including the customer app, the app used in stores, dashboards, the order allocation engine, and integration with SAP POS. Zulzi founder and CEO, Vutlhari Donald

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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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