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10:40

Roelf Meyer Appointed US ambassador

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/15

The Presidency has confirmed that Roelf Meyer is South Africa’s new ambassador to the US. Meyer is a seasoned negotiator who was part of the talks to end apartheid. Let’s get an understanding of who Roelf Meyer is. Joining me on the line now is… GUEST: Bantu Holomisa, President of the United Democratic Movement and Deputy Minister of Defence & Military Veterans

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8:38

Second Cabinet minister implicated in Chinese SUV...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/15

Last week, we touched on a story about the Minister of Social Development, Sisisi Tolashe, of having accepted luxury Chinese SUVs allegedly intended as donations for the ANC Women’s League. Today, the Daily Maverick revealed that the Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, now stands accused of the same thing. Let’s get reaction from… GUEST: Wayne Duvenage, OUTA CEO

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8:38

New proposed dam access rules could criminalise public

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2026/04/15

Proposed changes to how state-owned dams are managed have sparked fierce pushback from small business owners, property investors, opposition politicians, and waterfront communities, who warn that the regulations could unravel livelihoods built around free public access to water. We get an understanding of the proposed changes with the department… Guest: Anet Muir – Chief Director for Water Use Compliance, Regulation Compliance and Enforcement at the Department of Water and

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9:33

Nafaqah recognised in SA law: A landmark ruling for...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/15

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that the Islamic legal obligation of nafaqah can serve as the foundation for a civil claim for financial reimbursement between divorced Muslim spouses. This ruling has set a groundbreaking precedent for South African family law and Muslims around the country. We find out more about this ruling and why it matters? Guest: Dr Fatima Essop – Family Law Mediator and Founding member of the Muslim Family Law Hub

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8:35

Rising malpractice claims threaten healthcare access,...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/15

In recent years, the number of claims for damages against the state for harm caused by medical malpractice has grown. The values of these claims have also increased significantly, placing financial strain on South Africa’s public healthcare system and raising concerns about whether the state will be able to provide accessible healthcare to those who depend on it. Our guest takes us through the main challenges faced by the public sector and how dire the situation is Guest: Dr Robyn Conradie -

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6:20

SABC News Reporter on the Ground for Malema...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/15

Let’s get a sense of what the mood was like before, during and after the pre-sentencing proceedings with… GUEST: Lubabalo Dada, SABC News Reporter in the Eastern Cape

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10:07

BOSA merges with PPM ahead of local government elections

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

Build One South Africa (BOSA) has announced a formal merger with the People's Prosperity Movement (PPM) to contest the upcoming local government elections. The parties said their merger will go a long way in consolidating what they call "reform-minded political forces" ahead of the local polls later this year. The merger between the two parties follows a similar plan involving BOSA, Rise Mzansi and the Good Party to collaborate under one banner for the elections, but that plan has been postponed

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9:21

PP dismisses ethics complaint against Ramaphosa over...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

The Public Protector has dismissed an ethics complaint against President Cyril Ramaphosa over his conduct during 2025’s Oval Office meeting with United States (US) President Donald Trump. The MK Party’s Mzwanele Manyi had complained that Ramaphosa had violated the Executive Ethics Code for failing to counter remarks by Minister John Steenhuisen about the MK Party and the EFF in relation to the GNU. We get a reaction from Manyi himself… Guest: Mzwanele Manyi - uMkhonto weSizwe

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14:38

Elon Musk response to Clayson Monyela’s post on X

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

This past weekend we saw a social media exchange between a high-profile global entrepreneur (Elon Musk) and a South African diplomat (DIRCO’s Clayson Monyela) spark renewed debate about how policies like BBBEE are perceived beyond our borders. What may seem like a brief online interaction actually raises deeper questions about who controls the narrative in a digital age. To help us unpack this, we’re joined by a communications strategist to unpack Musk’s response in the backdrop of

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13:07

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

South Africa is taking a significant step into the future of technology governance, as the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies releases a draft national policy on artificial intelligence for public comment. The document proposes the establishment of new oversight mechanisms, including an AI Ethics Board, and outlines regulatory frameworks aimed at ensuring the responsible and ethical use of AI. Guest: Prof Mamokgethi Phakeng - Academic and AI expert

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5:25

South African Human Rights Commission calls for...

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

The South African Human Rights Commission’s Gauteng Provincial Office is initiating an investigative inquiry into the Water Crisis in the Gauteng Province. Let’s get more details on this from… GUEST: Khululiwe Bhengu, Acting Provincial Manager for the Gauteng Office of the South African Human Rights Commission

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7:26

Catholic bishops slam Trump over AI Jesus image post

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference has condemned an AI-generated image posted by US President Donald Trump depicting himself as Jesus Christ. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Father Hugh O’Connor, Secretary General of the Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference

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11:24

Cape Flats SANDF Deployment Criticised

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/14

The deployment of the South African National Defence Force to gang hotspots on the Cape Flats is facing a lot of criticism, with residents saying the operation has failed to curb violence. Just today, three people were killed in Gugulethu, so residents may have a point. GUEST: Dr. Lennit Max, Policing Expert and Former Western Cape Police Commissioner

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8:33

Unions have no time to lose in seeking AI guarantee

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

The same productivity gains and protections for displaced workers. The voting patterns emerging since 2016 reflect democratic maturation rather than decline. The constitution contains provisions for governance models that do not depend on dominant party rule. In many ways, the early government of national unity anticipated a future in which a once- dominant party technologies promising productivity gains and smarter services are quietly rewriting the rules of work. By 2030, AI will not be a distant

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4:25

Lily Mine picket

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

Action SA members and former employees of Lily Mine this morning picketed at the site of the Lily Mine, reigniting public attention on the long-standing tragedy and calls for accountability. The demonstration highlights renewed pressure on authorities and mining stakeholders to resolve outstanding issues, including justice for the affected families and the recovery of those still unaccounted for, ten years later. We’re joined now by Action SA to discuss the purpose of today’s action and

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15:15

Outcomes of the DA Federal Congress

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

The DA’s federal congress concluded its meeting yesterday with the election of Geordin Hill-Lewis as its new federal leader. We take a look at what was discussed and the new leaders four point plan… Guest: Prof Andre Duvenage - Political Analyst

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5:25

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla back in court.

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

The trial of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, a former MK Party MP, resumes in the Durban High Court. Zuma-Sambudla faces charges under the Terrorism Act. She is accused of inciting violence during the 2021 July unrest. The court heard that during that period, she posted on Twitter using the hashtag #FreeJacobZuma. We cross over to SABC NEWS REPORTER… Guest: Dries Libenberg - SABC REPORTER

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5:40

US Marines training Cape Town Metro Police Cadets

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

The Good Party released a statement today on the issue of the US Marines training Cape Town Metro Police cadets. According to the party, the training should not just be seen as a “fitness” exercise but rather as something that raises serious legal and constitutional concerns. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Jonathan Cupido, GOOD Party Councillor in the City of Cape Town

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8:31

Peak to Purpose: From Kilimanjaro to Kakuma

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

Recently, a group of eight climbers from South Africa, Kenya, and Dubai summited Mount Kilimanjaro as part of the “Peak to Purpose: From Kilimanjaro to Kakuma” campaign, a symbolic and physical journey to raise awareness and funding for a co-working and enterprise hub in Kakuma Refugee Camp. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Zahirah Marty, Managing Director at Think Liquorice

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6:06

NPA To Prosecute Over Life Esidimeni: Family Reaction

The National Pulse ·

2026/04/13

Earlier on, we spoke to NPA spokesperson, Kaizer Kganyago, about the National Prosecuting Authority deciding to pursue criminal charges against individuals linked to the Life Esidimeni tragedy. Let’s get reaction from… GUEST: Christine Nxumalo, Life Esidimeni Spokesperson

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