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9:17

"It's a crisis—we can't take a shower, and personal...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/02

The community of Emmarentia have had no water for 9 days due to Rand Water’s maintenance of its key water systems. While the maintenance is welcomed and very necessary, the frustrations that people are experiencing lie with Joburg water. The Joburg Water infrastructure did not seem to cope well with the maintenance leaving many areas without water for days. GUEST: Ms Nooreen Patel, Emmerentia resident

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7:47

Another postponement in GP MEC announcement

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/02

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi was expected to announce MECs last night, however, the highly-anticipated announcement was postponed for the second time. During a media briefing last night, the ANC in Gauteng accused the DA of negotiating in bad faith. Premier Panyaza Lesufi is expected to announced the Gauteng Cabinet later today. GUEST: Tessa Dooms, Director of Programmes at the Rivonia Circle

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10:46

"For the sake of the country, it is good that we have...

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2024/07/02

Post the Cabinet announcement we ask – just how difficult will it be for all the Government of National Unity participants to make their partnership work? We find out from Roelf Meyer who was the chief negotiator for the National Party government during the negotiations to end apartheid. GUEST: Roelf Meyer, former Minister of Constitutional Development

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9:15

there is a significant rise in the prevalence of risk...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/02

According to the latest data that was released by Life Health Solutions – there is a significant rise in the prevalence of risk cases and more younger people are becoming more prone to mental illness. The data also shows that out of all the key drivers for mental health challenges, suicidal risk remained the most prevalent concern, followed closely by depression, stress, and relationship difficulties. To explain the dynamics around this is…. GUEST: Safia Joseph, Clinical Psychologist at Life

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8:58

MK Party leader Jacob Zuma has removed two senior...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/02

MK Party leader Jacob Zuma has removed two senior party leaders from their positions with immediate effect. What’s even more confusing is the fact that he has promised to assign them new roles within the party – as to whether that’s true or not, we are all in the dark. But does this not destabilise the party? We find out from…. GUEST: Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast, Director of the Centre for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution

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9:23

What are the limits of presidential immunity?

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/02

The Global Watch: The U.S Supreme Court has ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office. The ruling expands presidential power by extending immunity from criminal prosecutions to former presidents for their official conduct. However, US President Joe Biden has criticised a Supreme Court ruling - arguing that it sets a dangerous precedent, potentially allowing presidents to act without fear of legal

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10:26

What can the new cabinet achieve???

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Pali Lehohla, former statistician general recently wrote a piece about the GNU looking at what was reported to be happening between ANC and the DA regarding the Ministry of Trade and Industry. That is now settled and the new cabinet has been appointed. The big question is: What can this cabinet achieve in the next 5 years? To help us answer that question, I’m joined on the line by… GUEST: Pali Lehohla, Former Statistician General

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6:28

The Innovation Hub: JusTrend App

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Unathi Dulwana from the Eastern Cape has built a social media platform called JusTrend. This is an app which Unathi and team intend to get the continent to be proud of being African by putting proudly South African & African content, in our languages and exposing South Africa and Africa's stories without conforming to platforms whose main influence comes from outside of Africa. The app is live on Google Play Store for now. It has features which include: stalkers (commonly known as followers in

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12:32

How do you create jobs in common with agriculture...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Today’s show is dominated by analysis of the new members of the National Executive for the seventh administration, which is inclusive of all the parties to the Government of National Unity. We continue with this analysis with… GUEST: Sanusha Naidu, Political Analyst from the Institute for Global Dialogue

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7:14

COSATU says the DA remains the enemy of the workers.

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Solly Phethoe, General Secretary of the Congress of SA Trade Unions

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9:03

The defense sector needs proper attention. I'm not...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a bloated Cabinet and executive to accommodate the 11 parties in the GNU and balance the different forces in the ANC. The Cabinet has grown to 32 members (from 30) and there are now 43 deputy ministers (from 36). By global standards, this is a large government. Each minister has a staff of about 10, while deputies have a slightly smaller staff. GUEST: Ferial Haffajee, Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick

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9:15

BUSA’s reaction to new cabinet

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Business Unity South Africa released a statement today urging South Africans to get behind the new cabinet. BUSA further stated that the new cabinet needs to urgently implement practical, evidence-based policies that will deliver sustainable, inclusive economic development, job creation, investment and social development. GUEST: Khulekani Mathe, BUSA CEO designate

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7:03

The ATM party react to newly appointed ministers

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

As we continue to get more reaction from various organisations about our new executive. Let’s now speak to the ATM party in terms of what they think about our newly appointed ministers. GUEST: Zama Ntshona, Spokesperson of the African Transformation Movement (ATM)

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7:44

Media’s perspective on Cabinet announcement: Were...

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Media’s perspective on Cabinet announcement: Were there any surprises pre and post last night’s announcement? Joining us for this conversation is….. GUEST: Ntebo Mokobo, SABC News political reporter

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8:37

Cabinet announcement

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

Post last night’s Cabinet announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa. We assess different ministries and look at various roles of new ministers who have been appointed to lead them. For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Dr TK Pooe, Public Policy Specialist from Wits University

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4:59

Iran will hold a run-off election this coming Friday

The National Pulse ·

2024/07/01

The Global Watch: Iran will hold a run-off election this coming Friday. After none of the candidates for president secured the necessary votes. According to government figures, only 40 percent of eligible Iranians voted last Friday, a historically low turnout for an Iranian presidential race. So what could have been some of the factors that may have led to the lower voter turnout? For more on this, let’s speak to…. GUEST: Thembisa Fakude, Senior Research Fellow at the Africa-Asia Dialogues

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3:52

Researchers discover a potential vaccine to prevent...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

In a critical global public health development, a candidate vaccine for TB has been created using a gene-editing approach. TB remains the leading cause of death by infectious disease globally, with South Africa having one of the highest incidence rates in the world. While the BCG vaccine used to prevent TB is widely available for infants, no vaccine has shown lasting protection. The BCG is also the only existing effective vaccine. GUEST: Professor Bavesh Kana, Head of the school of pathology at

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8:12

The Innovation Hub: What South Africans need to know...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

Our guest shares expert insights on current conversations and concerns about TikTok and its relevance to South African users. This as we look at the ongoing global debate about TikTok’s potential ban and the growing concerns surrounding data privacy, national security and user safety. GUEST: Calin Cloete, Senior Cybersecurity Channel Account Manager of ESET

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10:04

Yesterday, the story was GNU is on shaky ground after...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

The latest on GNU Yesterday, the story was GNU is on shaky ground after Ramaphosa reneges on offer to DA. The letters happened. There were also reports that Ramaphosa and Steenhuisen spoke on the phone last night and are expected to meet today. Then of course, the IFP had their press conference earlier looking at developments in the GNU. A lot is happening. Joining us for more analysis is….. GUEST: Stephen Freedman

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6:59

How young people and the society at large can play an...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

As part of promoting Youth Month content – we are now joined by another youngster who will share her thoughts on how young people and the society at large can play an active role in the fight against GBV. GUEST: Azikile Mathule, Mentor & public speaker

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