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6:10

City of Tshwane’s new online procurement portal

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

The City of Tshwane has launched a new e-commerce and procurement portal that will digitize and automate supply chain management processes. I’m joined on the line by the City of Tshwane’s MMC for Finance, Jacqui Uys to tell us more about this new system… GUEST: Jacqui Uys, City of Tshwane MMC for Finance

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5:09

Pastor Mboro's church set alight earlier today

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

Pastor Paseka Mboro’s Incredible Happenings Church burned to the ground earlier today after a group of school kids marched to its premises in Katlehong. Scores of schoolchildren bunked school and descended on the church with community members in protest against Mboro's violent acts at a Katlehong school yesterday. SABC News Reporter, Simphiwe followed the proceedings in Katlehong throughout the day… GUEST: Simphiwe Mabhena, SABC News Reporter

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9:21

South African Union of Students react to NSFAS...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

About 2 hours ago, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, gave an update on developments related to the implementation of his mandate. In his presser, Freeman Nomvalo focused on governance, management and administration issues at NSFAS. The South African Union of Students’ Asive Dlanjwa joins me on the line to react to what was said earlier… GUEST: Asive Dlanjwa, South African Union of Students spokesperson

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7:42

Cost of Living’ protests in Nigeria

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

We look at the ongoing ‘Cost of Living’ protests in Nigeria. This as we try to understand the country’s economic outlook and its economic policies. At least 13 people have been reported dead since the protests commenced last week Thursday. So today we ask, to what extent are government policies contributing to these protests? For more on this, we are joined by…… GUEST (Nigeria): Dr Terfa Abraham, Economist & International Finance Analyst

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2:30

Defence counsel Zandile Mshololo says it's not in the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

Defence counsel Zandile Mshololo says it's not in the interest of justice to recall cellphone data analyst Colonel Lambertus Steyn, in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial as the evidence by Steyn is already on record. The High Court in Pretoria is hearing arguments on the application of the recall of Colonel Steyn. Steyn previously testified that there was communication between Meyiwa's former girlfriend Kelly Khumalo and accused number 5 Fosokuhle Ntuli - twice prior to the 2014 murder of the Bafana

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5:41

Nkosi Nyembezi says South Africans can’t trust every...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

Nkosi Nyembezi says South Africans can’t trust every political party leader occupying a political office. This as he argues that when selfish politicians refer to the spirit of the Constitution and the supporting legislation on good governance, they are often deceptively talking about narrow political party interpretations. He joins us now to elaborate further on this…. GUEST: Nkosi Nyembezi, Policy and Political analyst

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8:38

EFF leader Julius Malema says young Zimbabweans are...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/06

EFF leader Julius Malema says young Zimbabweans are the only ones who can reshape the future of their country, also insisting that the problem of Zimbabwe can only be solved by the people of Zimbabwe. What do you make of his remarks – do young Zimbabweans have what it takes to fight the ruling ZANU PF? GUEST: Dr Ibbo Mandaza – Political analyst based in Zimbabwe

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8:24

John Kani receives Order of the British Empire...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Dr John Kani, a renowned multi-disciplinary actor, director, and playwright, has been honoured with the most excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) by King Charles in recognition of his contributions, which for many years have inspired and brought people together across the world. This award for “services to drama” was presented to Kani by British High Commissioner to the Republic of South Africa, Antony Phillipson, in appreciation of his work. GUEST: Dr. John Kani, renowned

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8:24

ANC NEC Lekgotla Update

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Acting ANC spokesperson, Zuko Godlimpi, is confident that its alliance partners, particularly the SACP and Cosatu, will soon change their stance on the Government of National Unity that included the DA. What else came out of the ANC NEC lekgotla this past weekend? SABC News Politics Reporter, Ntebo Mokobo joins me on the line to tell us about it… GUEST: Ntebo Mokobo, SABC News Politics Reporter

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13:07

Department of Water and Sanitation National Plan

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Earlier on we spoke about the Department of Water and Sanitation’s master plan, which is a plan intended to guide the water sector with investment planning for the development of water resources and the delivery of water and sanitation services over the horizon until 2030, and beyond. GUEST: Dr. Ferrial Adam, WaterCAN Executive Manager

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6:32

Training Rural Youth in SA in Digital Media

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

iKasi Creative Media, founded in 2012 and is a South African non-profit company that provides accredited training programmes to marginalised and disadvantaged youth in rural areas to create digital media content. Joining me on the line to talk about what they actually do at iKasi Creative Media is the co-founder and MD, Lamise Inglis… GUEST: Lamise Inglis, the co-founder and Managing Director of iKasi Creative Media

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8:06

Cape Town’s Beerhouse to close doors after fending...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Bring your friends, share your favourite dishes, sips, stories, and make this the best last weekend ever. Let’s raise our glasses as we celebrate the legacy of Beerhouse together.” That was the message shared on social media by the Long Street tasting room and eatery, Beerhouse, as it prepared to close its doors. Management cited extortion as a major factor behind the decision, marking the end of an era for a venue that has become a staple of Cape Town’s nightlife. GUEST: Randolf Jorberg,

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11:50

MEC launches new racism probe at Pretoria Girls high

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Gauteng MEC for education, Matome Chiloane, says he will launch an independent investigation into Pretoria High School for Girls to determine whether a culture of racism exists at the school. This follows the SGB finding a group of grade 12 pupils not guilty on allegations of racial misconduct. GUEST: Steve Mabona, Gauteng Department of Education Spokesperson

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7:05

the SA Public Service Commission will host the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Tomorrow, the SA Public Service Commission will host the inaugural General Meeting of the Chairperson of the SADC Public Service Commissions Forum. Joining us to outline the objectives of the gathering is….. GUEST: Professor Somadoda Fikeni, Chairperson of the SA Public Service Commission

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7:40

The country’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Following weeks of anti-government protests in Bangladesh. The country’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned with immediate effect and left the country. Post her resignation, we understand that an interim government will be formed soon but for now though, Army Chief Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman is currently in charge. To explain what this means and also to talk about the power of the people is….. GUEST: Salman Khan, Independent political analyst on South-East Asia

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6:49

Mali has decided to end diplomatic relations with...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Mali has decided to end diplomatic relations with Ukraine following an admission of Ukrainian involvement in a recent deadly terrorist attack in the West African country where dozens of Malian soldiers and mercenaries from Russia's Wagner group were killed in days of clashes with Tuareg separatist rebels and fighters linked to al-Qaeda. Politically speaking – what does it all mean and how does this move affect politics in the region? GUEST: Charles Nyuykonge, African affairs commentator

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9:40

South Africa is one of the most water-scarce...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/05

Earlier on today, water and sanitation ministry briefed the media on departmental plans and priorities. During the briefing, Minister Pemmy Majodian revealed that since being sworn in on 3 July, her office has been inundated with calls and messages from the public and local and provincial political leaders regarding challenges with water and sanitation service delivery at local level. She however made it clear that only the municipalities can resolve South Africa’s water issues. So what’s the role

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38:19

The Fireside Chat: One great life lesson is to be...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/02

One-On-One with Dr Mamphela Ramphele about her journey, career, dedication and many other things that you didn’t know about her. Through her story, we hope to inspire others. GUEST (Zoom): Dr Mamphela Ramphele, Chairperson of the Archbishop Tutu IP Trust

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5:16

Breaking Down Borders Africa TV series set to launch...

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/02

Paul Modjadji’s 10 country African tour is chronicled in an enthralling new fourteen-part travelogue on SABC 1. Covering countries including Zambia, Namibia, Tanzania, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal, the documentary follows Modjadji as he explores Africa’s rich youth and dance culture. GUEST: Wandile Molebatsi, Series Producer from Coal Stove

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8:38

Nelson Mandela Foundation appoints new CEO

The National Pulse ·

2024/08/02

The Nelson Mandela Foundation released a statement a few days ago announcing that the foundation’s Board of Trustees have appointed the organisation’s new Chief Executive in Dr Mbongiseni Buthelezi. Dr Buthelezi will occupy this position from the 1st of October 2024. GUEST: Dr Mbongiseni Buthelezi, new Chief Executive of the Nelson Mandela Foundation

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