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the newly established forum, called the “SADC Public...

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2024/05/16

Professor Mandla Makhanya joins us to outline the objectives of the newly established forum, called the “SADC Public Service Commission Forum”. The forum will among other things contribute immensely in the space of public administration within the SADC region and its work will feed into the Association of Public Service Commissions. GUEST: Professor Mandla Makhanya, Commissioner of the Public Service Commission in SA

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2024/05/16

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University of Johannesburg tops Times Higher...

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2024/05/15

The University of Johannesburg has been ranked as the best university in South Africa younger than 50 years in the latest Times Higher Education Young University rankings. According to the ranking, five South African universities qualified, with UJ leading the University of KwaZulu Natal, North-West University, University of Venda and Durban University of Technology. Guest: Professor Sarah Gravett, Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor: Research & Innovation at the University of Johannesburg

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5:53

the crucial role of Telecommunications Infrastructure...

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2024/05/15

The Innovation Hub: As we approach the elections. Advocate Thokozani Mvelase joins us to discuss the crucial role of Telecommunications Infrastructure Security in upcoming election. He argues that these systems are the backbone of electoral transparency and efficacy. GUEST: Adv Thokozani Mvelase, COMRiC CEO

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Director of the Rural Healthcare Advocacy project,...

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2024/05/15

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The Election Watch: The deadline for voters to cast...

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2024/05/15

The Election Watch: The deadline for voters to cast their vote outside their registered voting station will close on Friday. The electoral commission is calling on South Africans particularly those who won’t be able to cast their vote at the registered voting station to make an application to vote elsewhere. For more on this, we are joined by…… GUEST: Ms Moagisi Sibanda:GM for Civic Education and Reseach at the Electoral Commission

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13:23

Momentum Metropolitan reacts to NHI Bill being signed...

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2024/05/15

A few hours ago, President Cyril Ramaphosa publicly signed the National Health Insurance Bill into law at the Union Buildings at 14:00, despite pushback from business groups, healthcare professionals and unions. Guest: Damian McHugh, Chief Medical Officer of Momentum Metropolitan Health

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7:33

Birchwood Hotel renovations and development around...

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2024/05/15

Guest: Marketing manager Greg Hoffmann

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6:50

President Cyril Ramaphosa shared his thoughts on the...

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2024/05/15

Coalitions have generated a great deal of debate ahead of this year’s national and provincial elections. Just yesterday President Cyril Ramaphosa shared his thoughts on the subject saying that the ruling African National Congress wants to “avoid a coalition government for South Africa”, referring to it as a danger zone. However though, our guest is of the view that coalition governments can work as political parties can hold each other accountable. GUEST: Kgaugelo ‘KG’ Moxwale, Communications and

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3:56

Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial Update with Pearl Magubane.

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2024/05/15

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria. Data analyst Gideon Gouws returned to the stand for cross-examination. On Monday, the case was delayed after the defence complained about the introduction of additional evidence.

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the legalities of the National Health Insurance Bill

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2024/05/15

We look at the legalities of the National Health Insurance Bill. This as several organisations have made it clear that they are going to launch a legal action against it, arguing that through this bill, the government will force healthcare in the country to its knees with the ratification of the bill. But do they have a point? GUEST: Mpumelelo Bond Nyoka, Attorney & analyst

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6:38

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will welcome...

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2024/05/15

The Global Watch: Chinese leader Xi Jinping will welcome Vladimir Putin to China tomorrow in what will be the Russian president's second visit in less than a year. During his two-day trip, Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping will discuss bilateral relations as well as international and regional issues of common concern. But how significant is this visit, considering the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine? GUEST: Dr John Stremlau, Visiting Professor of International Relations at Wits

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6:18

Joburg CBD is slowly shaking off its ‘hellhole’ status

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2024/05/14

Despite doom-and-gloom stories emanating from the Johannesburg CBD, all hope is not lost. In the heart of the inner city, thanks to the private sector, are pockets of vibrant, flourishing blocks of redevelopment that compare favourably with those of any first-class overseas city. We’ll be doing a series of interviews on the revival of the Joburg CBD. First we focus on the Walkable Network, a Johannesburg Inner City Partnership initiative aimed at improving walkability along streets and in

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13:29

South Africa’s unemployment rate rises weeks before...

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2024/05/14

South Africa’s unemployment rate rose to 32.9% in the first quarter of this year, up from 32.1% in the previous quarter, data showed earlier today. The increase is the second quarter in a row that the official unemployment rate has risen, taking it closer to the record high above 35% reached in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. GUEST: Duma Gqubule, Independent Economist

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Video sharing platform Rumble is suing Google,...

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2024/05/14

The Innovation Hub: Video sharing platform Rumble is suing Google, arguing that the tech giant has monopolised the advertising technology space. This is the second lawsuit filed by the video company against Google. In 2021 they sued Google for illegally favouring YouTube videos in Google search results and within its Android mobile operating system. To shed some light on this is……. GUEST: Brandon Peterson, Tech Editor of Reframed

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

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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

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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...

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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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6:46

The International Union of Muslim Scholars has called...

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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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President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign into law the...

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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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