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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

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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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11:01

Social Media Landscape Report

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

The highly anticipated Social Media Landscape Report was released earlier today. This comprehensive report delves into current trends and insights shaping the South African social media landscape, highlighting the impact of AI on brand integrity. With many technologies which can now create misinformation, disinformation as well as deepfakes, brands need to take extraordinary measures to protect their reputation. GUEST: Oresti Patricios, CEO of Ornico Group, a Pan African Brand Intelligence Research

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6:24

Speaker Thoko Didiza faces potential imprisonment if...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

Yesterday, the Western Cape High found in favour of three farmers from Beaufort West, holding the former Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Reform, Thoko Didiza and some of her departmental officials in contempt of court for failing to place them in possession of two farms on which they have been farming since 2017. The court ordered the former Minister and her departmental officials to restore possession of the farms to the applicants within 30 days, failing which they will be

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12:06

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

The Global Watch: Last night, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump held their first presidential debate of the election cycle. The debate was moderated by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Dana Bash. Post the debate some observers felt that Biden failed to reassure voters he is up for another four years. Take a listen as to how it went down….. Guest on the line (UK): Professor Scott Lucas, Professor of US politics at the University of Birmingham

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6:13

Cricket World Cup tomorrow: South Africa vs India –...

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

South Africa with its 100 percent record so far is expected to put up a strong challenge in their first appearance in the final of a major ICC event. However, India knows how to win and many expect them to replicate the feat they achieved back in 2007 when they lifted the inaugural Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy. For more on this discussion we are joined by…. GUEST: Aslam Khota, Cricket Commentor

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6:44

Joburg water situation

The National Pulse ·

2024/06/28

As some greater Johannesburg areas are affected by water outages. Today, Johannesburg water met with various stakeholder forums to strengthen the existing working relationship between the entity and its stakeholders but most importantly to brief them about the current water situation in the province. Joining us to discuss the outcomes of the meeting is….. GUEST: Dr Ferial Adam, WaterCAN Executive Manager

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