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9:38

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebels...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/27

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebels have restarted peace talks in Qatar, following reports of violence in the DRC’s conflict ridden east. We understand that the meeting in Doha will among other things review the implementation of a truce agreement that was signed last month. So what went wrong with the initial peace deal and what needs to be fixed going forward? GUEST: Aime Zoveni, Chief Editor of the Kinshasa Times

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6:22

The 27th Interpol African Regional Conference

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/27

We unpack the 27th Interpol African Regional Conference that is currently underway in Cape Town. During this two-day gathering, delegates from Africa’s 54 countries will discuss strategies to combat illicit networks that are causing harm to various communities across the continent. Joining us to explain the significance of this gathering is…… GUEST: Andy Mashaile, retired member of the Interpol, Security Strategist and Exco Member of the International Cybersecurity and

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15:56

SA needs to act against information peddlers, says...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/27

The National Education, Health and Allied Workers Union (NEHAWU) says strong action must be taken against all those behind the spread of false information about the state of affairs in the country. The union’s president Mike Shingange is of the view that South Africa cannot be sanctioned for manufactured lies that are aimed at aiding Donald Trump’s disinformation campaign ‘against our country’. Shingange joins us now to elaborate further on this…… GUEST: Mike

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12:34

IEC’s state of readiness

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

Earlier on today, the Independent Electoral Commission briefed members of the media on preparations for next year’s Local Government Elections. During the briefing, the organisation revealed that the local government elections are likely to take place between November 2, 2026 and January 31, 2027. Interestingly, the commission also announced that they have registered 34 new political parties since May last year, and 13 of these were registered in the last month. GUEST: Mawethu Mosery, Deputy

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8:35

Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

Let’s get reaction on the postponement of the Madlanga Commission Hearings as well as what the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, had to say about this earlier. I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Naledi Kuali, Defend Our Democracy Executive Director

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7:46

Rise Mzansi, GOOD and BOSA set to merge ahead of 2026...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

Since late yesterday, there’s been reports that Rise Mzansi, the GOOD Party, and Build One SA are set to announce a merger into a new centrist political party ahead of the 2026 local government elections. Discussions are said to be ongoing, focusing on ideas rooted in unity and enhanced service delivery. … joins me on the line to discuss this potential merger… GUEST: Dr. Ntsikelelo Breakfast, Political Analyst from Nelson Mandela University

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9:12

Victims of Crime report from the Governance, Public...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

Earlier on, I spoke to the Statistician-General of South Africa, Risenga Maluleke, about the release of the results of the Victims of Crime report from the Governance, Public Safety and Justice Survey 2024/25. The report provides information on crime from the perspective of households and individuals, including public perceptions of crime and feelings of safety. Let’s get an understanding of what we should make of this report with… GUEST: Dr. Chris De Kock, Independent Crime Expert

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6:15

SA Harvest, one of South Africa’s leading food rescue...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

SA Harvest, one of South Africa’s leading food rescue organisations, has been recognised for its efforts in tackling food crisis in the country. The organisation has been awarded the premier Judges’ Spotlight Award, the highest accolade at the Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2025. This accolade recognises its pioneering reverse-logistics model that rescues surplus food and reroutes it to community organisations nationwide. For more on what this recognition means, we are joined

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6:37

ConCourt denies Lungu family appeal

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

The Constitutional Court has thrown out an appeal by the Lungu family, which means that Zambian authorities can now repatriate the body of former President Edgar Lungu and give him a state funeral as per their wishes. Lungu’s family wanted to bury him privately in South Africa and also wanted to be in charge of the funeral arrangements, unfortunately this won’t happen anymore post today’s ConCourt ruling. Joining us to explain what this means and what’s going to happen next

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13:47

Crime remains one of the defining challenges of life...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/26

We unpack the latest report on crime in South Africa which shows that housebreaking/burglary has consistently been the most common crime experienced by households in the country, followed by home robbery. It doesn’t end there as the report also suggests that male-headed households and those living in KwaZulu-Natal province were most affected. Joining us to unpack the outcomes of the report is…. GUEST: Risenga Maluleke, Statistician General & Head of Stats SA

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10:01

20th India-Africa Business Conclave

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

In conversation with Brand SA about the 20th India-Africa Business Conclave that is currently underway in India. South Africa is the official country partner for Conclave, which creates an excellent opportunity to deepen relations with one of its most important partners, India, while creating new opportunities for trade and investment. GUEST: Neville Matjie,BrandSA’sCEO

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9:14

Knysna High School K-word video

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

Knysna High School has been thrust into the spotlight after a video of a pupil making a racial slur during a school event surfaced. Cape Forum has released a statement strongly condemning the video. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Heindrich Wyngaard, Chairperson of the Cape Forum

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7:56

SA Guild of Actors on Nandi Nyembe

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

The passing of veteran actress, Nandi Nyembe, has once again cast a spotlight on the Performers’ Protection Amendment Bill, which could dramatically change the livelihoods of actors. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Jack Devnarain, Chairperson of the SA Guild of Actors

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8:24

Lazarus Antonio in court for the murder of Kgaugelo...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

27-year-old Lazarus Antonio will return to court on September 5 for a formal bail application after a brief appearance today. Antonio is accused of the murder of his ex-girlfriend and the attempted murder of his current girlfriend by stabbing them both multiple times at different locations. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Patricia Visagie, SABC NewsReporter

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7:31

How effective empowerment of women in STEM can boost...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

As we continue to observe Women’s Month. One is often reminded that South Africa’s women and girls continue to face serious challenges in relation to education and employment. However, Refilwe Lesufi is of the view that a gender-focused STEM strategy could be the game-changer South Africa needs to tackle unemployment, reduce poverty and boost economic growth. GUEST: Refilwe Lesufi, PROTEC Board Member & MD of Prana Consulting

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15:31

Examining Malema’s vision for a united Africa

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/25

EFF leader Julius Malema has once again reiterated his party’s position that Africa needs to unite as one, with a single president, one military command and one currency. Malema made these remarks yesterday when he was addressing delegates who were attending the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) annual general conference in Enugu. According to him, a divided continent stands to lose big. But how practical is his vision for the continent, considering how divided Africa is on numerous issues

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38:34

Friday’s Fireside Chat with Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/22

Today we are joined by Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng who currently serves as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health. She campaigns for universal health access and HIV care. Mofoke ng is quite an influential person as she was named one of the BBC’s 100 women in 2021. GUEST: Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, SA Physician & UN’s Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health

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8:14

MK’s March Against Poor Service Delivery

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/22

Members of the MK Party together with the members of the African Transformation Movement marched to the Durban City Hall today against poor service delivery. MK Provincial Secretary Simphiwe Mpungose says the march is a declaration that KZN residents will no longer accept municipalities that fail to deliver basic services. GUEST: Mr Bheki Mnyandu: ATM KZN Provincial Deputy Chair

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9:33

Self-confessed 'killer' arrested for attacks on...

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/22

A man who went on a stabbing frenzy, killing his ex-girlfriend and wounding his new partner, then confessed on a video post on social media, has been arrested. Let’s get more details on this bizarre story from… GUEST: Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, SAPS National Spokesperson

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12:31

The Global Watch: UN officially declares famine in Gaza

The National Pulse ·

2025/08/22

The U.N backed Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has confirmed a famine in Gaza. It is the fifth time in the past 14 years that a famine has been determined by the IPC. U.N Human Rights Chief, Volker Turk has warned that deaths from starvation could amount to a war crime. On the other hand, Israel’s foreign ministry has rejected the IPC report, saying it is false and bias. GUEST: Youmna El-Sayed, Gaza Strip correspondent

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