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9:12

The Election Watch: SA Voter Sentiment Report –...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

In the run-up to the 2024 elections, we’ve seen and I’m sure we’re going to continue seeing polling data emerging from all sides. The SA Voter Sentiment Report comes out of a survey that is more nuanced and multi-dimensional than typical polling research. According to Brandon de Kock, WhyFive’s Director of Storytelling, “The SA Voter Sentiment Survey is a fascinating deep dive into the perceptions, needs and drivers that will affect voter behaviour. GUEST: Brandon de Kock, WhyFive’s Director of

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11:13

NHI Bill will be signed into law tomorrow

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

In case you missed it, President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to sign the National Health Insurance Bill (NHI) into law tomorrow. According to the Presidency, the move will transform South Africa’s healthcare system and ensure universal coverage for health services. Through this, the country will overcome critical socio-economic imbalances and inequities of the past. GUEST: December Mavuso, Deputy General Secretary of the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU)

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6:31

Re-Opening of Inquests into the deaths of Chief...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

The Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Mr Ronald Lamola, has accepted and acted on recommendations from the National Prosecuting Authority-to re-open inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli, Mr. Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge and Mr. Booi Mantyi. GUEST: Chrispin Phiri, Spokesperson: Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services

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10:10

President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign into law the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

Following the Presidency’s announcement that President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign into law the National Health Insurance Bill tomorrow afternoon. Business Unity South Africa says (BUSA) it is deeply concerned by the announcement as they believe that the legislation, in its current form, is unimplementable and damaging to the country’s healthcare sector and to investor confidence. Joining us to elaborate further on this is…. GUEST: Khulekani Mathe, CEO designate of Business Unity South Africa

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6:46

The International Union of Muslim Scholars has called...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

The International Union of Muslim Scholars has called on all Muslims in the country to vote for the ANC in the upcoming national and provincial elections. But was this a wise call considering the fact that we have several political parties in the country who are in support of the Palestinian people’s struggle for justice? We find out from…. GUEST: Ibrahim El Zayat, Executive Member of the International Union of Muslim Scholars & member of the Council of European Muslims

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10:47

Statistics South Africa released its latest data...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

Earlier on today Statistics South Africa released its latest data which shows that unemployment increased by 0,8% in the first quarter of this year. The number of unemployed persons increased by 330 thousand to reach 8,2-millon in the first quarter, while the number of employed persons increased by 22-thousand to reach 16,7-million in the first quarter of 2024. But where are we going wrong and why are we continuously struggling to resolve this problem? To give us more clarity on this, we are joined

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6:35

the outcomes of the Global Anti-Apartheid Movement...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/14

The Global Watch: Reverend Frank Chikane joins us to discuss the outcomes of the Global Anti-Apartheid Movement conference which ended on Sunday. We understand that during the conference - discussion workshops included a focus on boycotts, divestment and sanctions; interfaith activities and campaigns; and actions in the legal spheres. GUEST: Rev Frank Chikane, Chairperson of the South African Anti-Apartheid Steering Committee

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7:00

George Building Collapse Update

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

The last time we checked the death toll in the tragedy stood at 24. Earlier on today, officials at the Garden Route District Joint Operations Centre indicated that the focus continues to be on rescue efforts. So what’s the latest now? We find out from…… GUEST: Sagree Chetty, SABC News reporter who is covering the story…..

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5:27

The Innovation Hub: Frans Kalp in partnership with...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

The Innovation Hub: Frans Kalp in partnership with paper giant Mondi has been making a huge difference in rural schools through their Ligbron e-Learning System, which is a distance-learning project. It connects schools all over South Africa to an online learning network, whereby Ligbron co-ordinates the live streaming of clear, concise maths and science lessons to schools that would otherwise not have this access. GUEST: Natasia Marx Project Manager at Ligbron e-Learning System

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9:21

Political Analyst on Dawie Roodt piece about the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

Earlier on we spoke to Chief Economist of the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt about a piece he wrote on possible social unrest in South Africa. GUEST: Zakhele Ndlovu, political analyst based at UKZN

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6:36

the Kagiso Trust Remember Me initiatives which...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

The Election Watch: As we continue with our voter education campaign. Today we continue to unpack the Kagiso Trust Remember Me initiatives which encourages millions of South Africans to cast their ballots on the 29th of May. GUEST: Reverend Dean Zwoitwaho (Zwo) Nevhutalu, Kagiso Trustee

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4:45

Police Minister Bheki Cele has acknowledged that the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

GUEST: Gareth Newham: Head of Justice and Violence Prevention at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS).

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15:10

Eskom’s Energy Availability Factor has breached the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

Earlier today, the electricity minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa stated that Eskom’s Energy Availability Factor has breached the 70% mark, while just over R53.4 million was spent on burning diesel to power the Open Cycle Gas Turbines last week. Eskom has consistently defended its use of Open Cycle Gas Turbines’, saying it was only being used during morning and evening peaks to meet high electricity demand when it is necessary. The power utility says South Africa is currently in a load shedding free

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9:08

As the general election approaches, there...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

As the general election approaches, there are concerns about potential violence. Dawie Roodt, Chief Economist of the Efficient Group says he is worried that South Africa’s systemic challenges such as deep inequality, poverty, social polarisation and high unemployment rate may used to ignite violence. Roodt joins us now to elaborate further on this….. GUEST: Dawie Roodt, Chief Economist of the Efficient Group

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2:00

Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial Update

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

The Senzo Meyiwa trial has adjourned until Wednesday. The state has submitted bank transactions which prove that accused number one, Muzi Sibiya, was in Gauteng the year the Bafana Bafana captain was murdered. Sibiya is part of five men who are on trial at the High Court in Pretoria for the murder of Meyiwa who was shot and killed in 2014. Sibiya initially claimed he was not in Gauteng when Meyiwa was murdered. State prosecutor Ronnie Sibanda submitted the bank transactions which state

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6:16

So it appears that certain political parties are not...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

So it appears that certain political parties are not complying with the Political Parties Funding Act (PPFA). Recently, the Electoral Court ordered several political parties to pay fines for failing to provide audited financial statements to the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC). We understand that non-compliance by registered political parties is aggravating because these parties receive funding under the Funding Act. GUEST: Professor Andre Duvenhage, political analyst based at the

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4:14

Popcru calls for removal of police head responsible...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/13

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru) is calling for the removal of SAPS Divisional Commander for Human Resources, Lieutenant-General Bongiwe Zulu’s removal over allegations of her failure to lead in the smooth running of operations at various police colleges which she oversees. GUEST: Richard Mamabolo, POPCRU Spokesperson

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7:07

The Election Watch: My Fellow South Africans, a...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/10

My Fellow South Africans, a multi-sketch revue by award-winning playwright, Mike van Graan is currently being performed as a contribution to the discourses that will shape the 2024 national elections. The talented Kim Blanche Adonis performs this solo piece that combines comedy, singing, poetry and drama – at times playing multiple characters in one sketch – through sixty minutes of high energy and focus. The revue comprises older, updated and new sketches that comment on contemporary South Africa

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9:38

Tributes are pouring in for Justice Yvonne Mokgoro...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/10

Tributes are pouring in for Justice Yvonne Mokgoro who passed away yesterday. You may recall that Justice Mokgoro was involved in a serious car accident near Kimberley in April last year, something that completely changed her life health-wise. In 1994 she became the first black woman judge in the country and in 2015, she was inducted as a member of the Order of the Baobab in Bronze for her excellent contribution to the field of law and administration of justice in a democratic South Africa. Joining

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5:49

How the law will prevent and combat hate crimes and...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/10

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Preventing and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which criminalises hate crimes and hate speech. The law also outlines the prosecution process for individuals who perpetrate these offences. GUEST: Ben Winks, Advocate specializing in media, constitutional and international law.

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