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6:47

Tulio de Oliveira selected for TIME100 Health 2024

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/03

TIME Magazine has recognized Professor Tulio de Oliveira in its inaugural 2024 TIME100 Health list. This is a new annual compilation that celebrates 100 individuals who have had the most impact on global health this year. This recognition, determined by TIME's international network of editors, thought leaders, and previous honourees, marks De Oliveira's second appearance in TIME's influential rankings, following his previous inclusion in the 2022 TIME100 list of the world's most influential people

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7:03

Mail & Guardian report that suggests that Sports,...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/03

Following the Mail & Guardian report that suggests that Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa is being pursued by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) – we hear from an independent political analyst, Khaya Sithole. Kodwa is reportedly facing corruption and money-laundering charges for a more than R1.6 million alleged bribe he received from an information technology company, EOH Holdings. GUEST: Khaya Sithole, Independent political analyst

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9:59

The Mail & Guardian is reporting that the National...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/03

After being criticised for not prosecuting State Capture cases arising from the Zondo Commission’s report. The Mail & Guardian is reporting that the National Prosecuting Authority has encouraged its prosecutors and investigators not to be scared of going after high-profile cases. We understand that Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa is the next high-profile person that the NPA is pursuing. So, is the NPA finally biting? Joining us for this discussion is…. GUEST: Mpumelelo Bond Nyoka,

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7:28

World Press Freedom Day – SANEF reiterates its urgent...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/03

As we observe World Press Freedom Day – SANEF reiterates its urgent appeal to protect journalists in Gaza. as of the 1st of this month, preliminary investigations conducted by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) show that at least ninety-seven journalists and media workers were among the more than 35,000 killed since the war began on October 7—with more than 34,000 Palestinian deaths in Gaza and the West Bank and 1,200 deaths in Israel. It also noted that of ninety-seven journalists and media

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37:05

THE ELECTION MONITOR: “ACT Manifesto”

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

With just 27 days left until South Africans head to the polls. Today we assess the African Congress for Transformation’s election manifesto. You may have heard rumours doing the rounds, suggesting that the party may not appear on the ballot paper. Well, guess what, party leader Ace Magashule has assured his supporters that his face will be on the ballot on the 29th of May. So what’s their political agenda and why must South Africans vote for them? GUEST (Studio): Ace Magashule, President of the

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6:56

Professor Lesiba Teffo attached to the University of...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

Professor Lesiba Teffo attached to the University of South Africa sent us a very interesting text message earlier today on revolutions and what we should have learned from history. Text message reads: "A revolution has a tendency to eat its own children. That season is upon us. Sad, sad, sad. Sad indeed. It could have been avoided had we learned from History. The Compradores turned against their own. Cry The Beloved County." Joining us on the line to unpack this statement is Professor Lesiba

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7:37

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party says former President...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party says former President Jacoba Zuma is not a coward and he will attend the ANC’s disciplinary hearing which is due to take place next week Tuesday. For more political analysis on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Dr Levy Ndou, Political analyst based at Tshwane University of Technology

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3:43

Robert Mulaudzi has given Joburg City Power the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

Joburg Emergency Management Services spokesperson, Robert Mulaudzi has given Joburg City Power the greenlight to assess the damage caused by an underground fire along the M1 highway near Braamfontein yesterday. They believe the cause was cable theft and vandalism of underground infrastructure. The fire caused a power outage in several surrounding areas. SABC News Reporter Calvin Dludla revisited the area this morning and he joins us now to give us the latest in terms of where things are at the

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6:45

The ANC Disciplinary Committee has called President...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has confirmed that former ANC President Jacob Zuma who is now the leader of the MK Party is expected to be called before the ANC’s Disciplinary Committee next week Tuesday. To elaborate further on this, let’s now speak to….. GUEST: Nhlamulo Ndhlela, MK Party spokesperson

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3:07

Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial Update

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

The state prosecutor George Baloyi has taken exception to the defence calling him dishonest in the Senzo Meyiwa trial in the High Court in Pretoria. This follows the defence counsel Zandile Mshololo's criticism after they received requested documents late from the state. Five men are on trial for gunning down Meyiwa at singer Kelly Khumalo's home in Vosloorus, east of Johannesburg in October 2014. The trial has adjourned until Monday. To give us a summary in terms of what transpired this morning

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8:36

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has revealed...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has revealed that Turkiye will join South Africa in its genocide case against Israel at the Internal Court of Justice. We understand that through this move, Turkeye aims to strengthen South Africa’s case. For more on the significance of this announcement and the political dynamics thereof, we are joined by GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC News International Editor

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8:47

Dr Imtiaaz Sooliman pays tribute to medical head, Dr...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/02

Dr Imtiaaz Solliman remembers Dr Yakub Essack who died after suffering a heart attack yesterday. Essack led the organisation’s medical teams on numerous international missions. GUEST: Dr Imtiaaz Sooliman, Chairman and founder of Gift of the Givers

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11:06

"Voting for DA You must know you're voting for your...

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2024/05/01

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6:36

the T4 undersea cable and how it will improve Africa...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

We learn more about the T4 undersea cable and how it will improve Africa and Asia’s cable infrastructure. We understand that plans are underway to introduce this new cable which will replace the South Africa-Far East (Safe) cable that’s coming to end of life in 2027. For more on this, let’s speak to….. GUEST: Siphumelele Zondi, Lecturer of Multimedia @Durban University of Technology

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8:42

Cricket South Africa has come under fire for its...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

Cricket South Africa has come under fire for its decision to select only one black African player for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with some South Africans saying that it’s a grave concern and very worrisome that after 30 years of democracy Cricket SA is still battling to articulate its transformation agenda. GUEST: Aslam Khota, Cricket commentator

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11:53

Election Watch: IEC meeting US Ambassador

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

The Electoral Commission of South Africa says there is nothing wrong with meeting with US Ambassador Reuben Brigety just weeks before the May 29 elections. The IEC’s top officials met with Brigety in Pretoria this week, drawing criticism from some circles that the US was apparently influencing the outcome of the polls. The IEC says it has also met with European Union and Latin American ambassadors on the same basis to assure them they were holding credible elections. Guest: Dr. Sithembile Mbete

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13:10

Remember that productivity is an entity of the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

As we commemorate May Day, we hear from Professor Mthunzi Mdwaba who will explain the significance of Employer-Employee relationship in the workplace. GUEST: Professor Mthunzi Mdwaba

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8:50

DA says no minimum wages

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

DA on minimum wages If the DA comes to power after the May 29 elections, the national minimum wage of R27.58 an hour, or R4,412 a month, will be phased out. This is one of the proposals the DA has made in its economic policy released last week Friday. This was the party’s first in more than a decade. What this means is, if the DA win the May 29 elections, the minimum wage will not be increased “any further” and its monetary value will be allowed to be “eroded” by inflation. Guest: Michael Bagraim,

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7:15

hundreds of New York City Police officers entered...

The National Pulse ·

2024/05/01

Last night, hundreds of New York City Police officers entered Columbia University in riot gear - sweeping the encampment and the occupied building, detaining protesters. The crackdown at Columbia came alongside chaos at other campuses. Is this the right way to deal with the voices of dissent? Our guest, Professor John H. Stanfield doesn’t think so and says it does not bode well for anyone within or outside the United States since any threat to free speech is a threat to all of us no matter who or

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8:02

2024 National Awards

The National Pulse ·

2024/04/30

President Cyril Ramaphosa bestowed on deserving recipients the Order of Mendi for Bravery, the Order of Ikhamanga, the Order of the Baobab, the Order of Luthuli, the Order of Mapungubwe, and the Order of the Companions of OR Tambo. One of the award recipients was Aggrey Klaaste (posthumously): For his exceptional contribution to quality journalism and as a reporter exposing the cruelties of apartheid and encouraging unity among the people of different political persuasions to fight for liberation

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