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4:49

The Matric Class of 2023 produced the highest pass...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

Earlier today, the Matric Class of 2023 celebrated as public schools received their results. The Matric Class of 2023 produced the highest pass rate since the dawn of democracy, 82,9%. We have brought together three top achievers from around the country to congratulate them and hear their secrets to success. We are joined by... Guest: Melissa Muller - Rhenish Girls High School in Cape Town Guest: Lubabalo George from Amazizi Senior Secondary School IN Peddie, Eastern Cape.

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5:50

This week, the communities of Ports St. Johns and...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

This week, the communities of Ports St. Johns and Lusikisiki have been affected by taxi violence. Five people have been injured since the start of the violence that started on Wednesday. Pupils who attend 40 schools who rely on public transport have been displaced and businesses have been forced to close. To give us an update on the dispute between the taxi operators, let us listen to SANTACO Eastern Cape Chairperson, Bishop Z. Yolelo.... Guest: Nomvuzo Mlombile-Cingo - Mayor of Port St. John Local

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9:01

Limpopo, with a pass rate of 79.54%, shows steady...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

As many pupils around the country celebrate passing matric and moving on to the next chapter in their educational journey, some pupils are disappointed with their marks and not sure what their options are to rewrite their examinations to improve their marks. To tell us more about how the Department of Education in their province is supporting pupils, we are joined by.... Guest: Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya - MEC of Education in Limpopo

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7:14

Members of an organization called Potch for Palestine...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

The 15th edition of ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup kicks off with an Ireland v USA game in Bloemfontein and a South Africa v West Indies clash in Potchefstroom. Members of an organization called Potch for Palestine are protesting outside the stadium against Demoted SA Under-19 captain David Teeger who made comments in support of the Israeli Defence Force at an awards ceremony last year. Guest: Shaheen Khan - Co-ordinator: POTCH for Palestine

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3:28

South African Jewish Board of Deputies staged a...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

Yesterday, the South African Jewish Board of Deputies staged a protest outside the offices of Cricket South Africa, they were calling for the reinstatement of David Teeger as South African Under-19 captain. Guest: Wendy Kahn - SA Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) National Director

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8:02

The Africa Diaspora Forum (ADF) is calling on the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

The Africa Diaspora Forum (ADF) is calling on the South African government to grant special permits to Zimbabwean domestic workers. The forum, which represents the interests of foreigners in South Africa, said there are thousands of Zimbabwean domestic workers who are living or working for South African families. Guest: Ngqabutho Mabhena - Africa Diaspora Forum spokesperson

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6:19

(SANRAL) will be hosting the Motorcycle Road Safety...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) will be hosting the Motorcycle Road Safety Training at the Polokwane Raceway on Saturday, 20 January 2024. The training aims to promote safety for motorcyclists who are the most vulnerable on the roads. Guest: Progress Hlahla, Sanral Nothern Region Manager

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5:27

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/19

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Angola next week, the State Department announced, his fourth trip to the African continent. Guest: Brooks Spector Associated Editor Daily Maverick

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25:39

INNERVIEW : Can the Western Cape be independent from...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

INNERVIEW - The Western Cape independence movement, referred to as CapeXit, is a fervent call for the secession of the Western Cape province of South Africa. Encompassing cities such as Cape Town, Stellenbosch, and significant agricultural sectors, the Western is a dynamic hub within South Africa. Can the Western Cape be independent from all the other 8 provinces in SA? Guest: Jack Miller - Cape Independence Party leader Guest: - Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya - ⁠Indlulamithi SA Scenarios Project Lead

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10:44

We extend heartfelt congratulations to the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

We extend heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional IEB class of 2023 for their outstanding matriculation results. A special mention must be made of Joanne Futselaar’s seven distinctions and the first blind girl to sit the IEB matriculation examinations. Guest: Joanne Futselaar - Got Seven distinctions from St Mary’s School Guest: Joshua Kahn - Got 8 Distinction from Reddam House Bedfordview Guest: Hester Oelofse - Got seven from St Stithians Girls’ College

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5:17

The Commission of Inquiry into the Usindiso building...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

The Commission of Inquiry into the Usindiso building fire that claimed 77 lives has resumed with the testimony of Mr Neil Bernard Rooi. At the time of the incident, Mr Rooi was working within the Information and Communication unit under Disaster Management and Public Safety. To tell us more about his testimony, we are joined by... Guest: Mbalenhle Mthethwa - SABC Reporter

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4:46

Over the last two days, the hearings have highlighted...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

Over the last two days, the hearings have highlighted the role of the City of Johannesburg in providing adequate equipment for their officials to carry out their duties and the lack of occupational health/ safety standards being followed in the building before the fire. To help us unpack the role of municipalities in ensuring the safety of residents in buildings, we are joined by... Guest: Dr Thina Nzo, Local Governance Specialist at UJ and Associate of Ntiyiso Consulting

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4:50

Ghaleb Cachalia has now resigned as an MP and as a...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

Ghaleb Cachalia has now resigned as an MP and as a member of the Democratic Alliance. In November last year, The DA Leader John Steenhuisen removed him from his shadow cabinet over anti-Israel comments Guest: Ghaleb Cachalia - Now MP and as a member of the Democratic Alliance

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14:15

Whether you're right or wrong, I don't care about...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

This morning, The City of Johannesburg Transport MMC Kenny Kunene and Business Rescue Practitioner Mayier Tayob briefed the media on the future of the REA VAYA bus operating company PIO TRANS. To tell us more about the outcomes of the briefing, we are joined by... Guest: Kenny Kunene - City of Johannesburg Transport MMC

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7:57

The main item which I have mentioned before that...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

Nelson Mandela’s eldest daughter is moving forward with an auction next month of the former president’s personal belongings after a two-year legal battle with the South African government, which had tried to block such a sale saying the items were artifacts of national heritage. Guest; Ben Mwasinga - Senior Manager: Heritage Conservation Managment at the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA).

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7:00

Ukraine has now started to rebuild towns and cities...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/18

The Russo-Ukrainian War is an ongoing international conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which began in February 2014. Following Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity, Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine and supported pro-Russian separatists fighting the Ukrainian military in the Donbas war. Ukraine has now started to rebuild towns and cities even as the war rages on Guest: Oscar Van Heerden: Senior Research Fellow for the Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership at the University of Johannesburg.

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8:32

Part Three: As the siblings, unfortunately, our...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/17

Guest: Percy Chabane - Younger brother

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6:54

Part Two: MK says there was a program that was on...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/17

Guest: MK Party Spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela

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9:19

The Collins Chabane Foundation says it rejects the...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/17

Guest: Prof. Muxe Nkondo – Chair: Collins Chabane Foundation

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9:09

According to the South African Depression and Anxiety...

The National Pulse ·

2024/01/17

According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group, Parents and guardians should be aware of signs of depression in their children should they not pass their matric exams. These include odd behaviour, like sudden withdrawal from the family, sudden mood swings and drastic personality changes. Guest: Anele Siswana - Clinical Psychologist

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