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The National Pulse

Latest News, Trends, and light features for an afternoon commute- Business, Traffic, Weather and Sport

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12:34

Advocate Andy Mothibi appointed NDPP: OUTA Reacts

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

The Civil Society Working Group on State Capture, which The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) is part of, wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa last year, asking him to ensure the implementation of the Zondo Commission's recommendation on improving the process of appointing a National Director of Public Prosecutions. Let’s get reaction on the appointment of Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions from OUTA…

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14:28

Venezuela: What comes next?

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

We unpack the UN Security Council’s debate, with the current focus being an emergency session on theU.S intervention in Venezuela after US forces captured President Nicolas Maduro, creating sharp divisions among members over sovereignty and international law. Interestingly, Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and other charges before a judge in a federal courthouse yesterday. But what about their right to a fair trial? For more on this, we are

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13:11

Political Analysis: DA condemns DIRCO on Venezuela issue

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

The DA put out a statement today condemning the department of international relations and cooperation’s stance on the Venezuela issue and they are not the only GNU partner who did that. The Freedom Front Plus issued its own statement, warning that the ANC cannot speak on behalf of South Africa regarding the events in Venezuela or its foreign policy. So why is it that GNU partners don’t see eye to eye on this? For more analysis on this we are joined by….. GUEST: Dr. Dale

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9:37

Update on NSFAS funding for 2026

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

We hear from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) on the progress the scheme has made regarding funding applications for this year. To date, 609,653 applications have been approved, with 203,731 applications currently in progress, and 16,862 applications have been cancelled. According to the organisation, a significant portion of applications were from vulnerable groups. GUEST: Ishmael Mnisi, NSFAS Spokesperson

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5:15

Half naked teenagers rescued in the South of Joburg

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

A suspect has been arrested after 10 teenage boys were rescued in Mulbarton, south of Johannesburg. Police were alerted to a group of eight half-naked teenagers walking around. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Colonel Katlego Mogale, Hawks Spokesperson

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20:06

Venezuela invasion

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

In the next two hours, the United Nations Security Council’s members will debate the United States’ invasion of Venezuela. Many countries, including China, Russia, South Africa, and France, have condemned recent U.S. actions in Venezuela, arguing that the military intervention violates international law, specifically theUN Charter’s ban on using force against another nation's sovereignty, calling it an illegal act of aggression and a dangerous precedent, despite some

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10:38

EFF condemn US military actions in Venezuela

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

The Economic Freedom Fighters has condemned the United States’ military operation in Venezuela as well as the US’ capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Nqobile Mhlongo, EFF Member of Parliament that serves on the International Relations portfolio committee

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7:21

Beitbridge Port of Entry Update

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has provided an update on high traveller movement volumes across various ports of entry during the peak return phase of the festive season. According to him, the organisation managed to intercept a group of illegal migrants attempting to cross into South Africa from Zimbabwe, resulting in 25 arrests at the Beitbridge Border Post. He joins us now to furnish us with more details….. GUEST: Dr Michael Masiapato,

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9:19

Understanding defamation: Analyst ordered to...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

ANC Johannesburg Regional Chairperson, Loyiso Masuku, won an urgent defamation case against her. The judgment was handed down by the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Johannesburg on 31 December 2025 after Masuku sought an interdict against political analyst and podcast host Phapano Phasha for making defamatory remarks about her in public. Let’s dive deep into the legalities of defamation with… GUEST: Melusi Xulu, Legal Analyst and Attorney from Donda Attorneys

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3:45

Pennington Beach Rescue Operation

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

Last night, about five swimmers were swept out to sea at Pennington Main Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast after being caught in rough ocean conditions. Let’s get an update on the rescue operation with… GUEST: Samantha Nerick, IPSS Medical Rescue Spokesperson

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4:53

Annual Ditrupa Festival

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The annual Ditrupa Festival is happening in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, today. The annual festival brings the community of KwaMhlanga together through culture, music, and dance. Let’s get a sense of what was showcased today with… GUEST: Nonhlanhla Ntshingila, SABC News Reporter in Mpumalanga

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14:49

What we can expect in the political space in 2026

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The 2026 Local Government Elections will happen later this year so we thought we should look at what we can possibly see happening this year in politics. There was a change in leadership for the ANC in Johannesburg, Hellen Zille being announced as the DA’s Mayoral candidate in the City of Joburg, we’ve seen the work done by Action SA’s Dr. Nasiphi Moya as Tshwane Mayor, same with EFF’s Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku as MMC for Public Safety in Joburg and of course, the introduction of

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5:45

Fireworks dispute leaves one dead in North West

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

A dispute over the use of fireworks to ring in the New Year has resulted in the death of one person in the North West province. Police in Lethabong near Rustenburg have opened two dockets, one of murder and another of malicious damage to property following the incident. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lieutenant Colonel Sam Tselanyane, North West Police Spokesperson

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8:56

PSA: Public cautioned from consuming White Mussels...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has warned the public against consuming all shellfish, irrespective of whether they are washed or collected from shore. Let’s get more details on this from… GUEST: Steve Lamberth, Senior Scientist Inshore Resources at the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

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8:17

Transalloys warns of large-scale job cuts

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The operator of South Africa’s last remaining manganese smelter, Transalloys (Pty) Ltd. says it may have to cut as many as 600 jobs as the company is unable to sustain its operations due to high power prices, current market conditions, including exchange-rate pressures against the US dollar and euro. So - what kind of interventions do they need in order for them to be able to rescue the organization from its current position? For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Konstantin

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10:40

Doornkop building collapse: Update

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

Post the building collapse that resulted in three people losing their lives in Doornkop. The City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Public Safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku has revealed that the building had no approved plans with the city as required by building regulations. GUEST: Dr Mgcini Tshwaku, the City of Johannesburg’s MMC for Public Safety

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10:27

Russia undermines the country’s non-aligned foreign...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

Following media reports that Iranian naval vessels are en route to South Africa to participate in the Mosi naval exercise alongside Russia. The DA’s spokesperson on Defence and Military Veterans, Chris Hattingh, says the presence of these sanctioned states contradicts the country’s stated foreign policy. He also warns that these exercises will strain crucial relations with major trading partners, such as the United States of America. GUEST: Chris Hattingh, DA Spokesperson on Defense

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9:33

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala relocated to super-maximum...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has been relocated from the C-Max facility, Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Centre, to the super-maximum facility at eBongweni Correctional Centre in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal. Correctional Services spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo, said the transfer of remand detainees and sentenced offenders between correctional facilities is a standard operational practice informed by a range of considerations, primarily security, safety, operational requirements, and effective

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8:27

Grade 12 dies at initiation school in North West

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

A 19-year-old Grade 12 learner from Tiego Tawana Secondary School in the North West province has died after allegedly being taken forcibly to an initiation school shortly after completing his matric examinations in late November 2025. For more on this story, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Thabiso Moss, SABC News Reporter in North West

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6:11

City of Joburg EMS’ emergency and fire safety...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The City of Johannesburg’s Emergency Management Services started rolling out intensified emergency and fire safety enforcement operations in the inner city today as part of a broader public safety drive during the festive season. To tell us more about this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Kagiso Phasha, City of Johannesburg EMS spokesperson

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