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11:53

We cannot promote the death of any initiate at any...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

It's that time of year: The Eastern Cape's 2023 summer initiation season, which is a coming-of-age practice. This ritual, in which young boys are to mature into responsible men in a dignified and safe manner under the watchful eyes of caring mothers and seasoned male elders—many of whom are present today—embodies the goals, values, and aspirations of the community as well as the individual! However, the province saw deaths during the previous year's initiation season. False traditional surgeons

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7:48

The Minister of Public Service and Administration...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

The Minister of Public Service and Administration Noxolo Kiviet has revealed that hundreds of government employees are conducting business with the state. The Public Administration Management Act prohibits officials from conducting business with the state. Minister said some of the cases are still under investigation. Guest: Isaac Kabini

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9:32

The Eastern Cape is set to get its first cannabis...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

The Eastern Cape is set to get its first cannabis agricultural college, and the first students are expected to register in January 2025. The college will focus on producing cannabis for medicinal processes in line with the SA Health Products Regulatory Authority’s guidelines and regulations. Guest: Tsileng Sobuthongo - Mayor of Ntabankulu Local Municipality

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5:26

As an AMCU, we like to convey our condolences to the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

The impala mine has concluded its rescue operations. Mining Minister Gwede Mantashe has described the situation as disastrous because more than five individuals lost their lives in it. Additionally, Impala has promised to collaborate with the department and the impacted families. While the disaster investigation is still ongoing, the government is encouraging the parties concerned to take precautions and not disclose any information until the inquiry is over. Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa

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4:20

KZN transport department security guards were raped...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

Three female security officers were raped during a break-in at the KwaZulu-Natal transport department's Durban offices on Monday morning by a group of armed men who stormed a KwaZulu-Natal transport department depot in Merebank. According to reports, armed criminals entered the offices south of Durban, which also houses machinery for road maintenance. “They held hostage three male security officers from the private security company contracted to the department. Three female officers held at gunpoint

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8:08

Athol Trollip says overtime is one of the ways of...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

Yesterday we spoke to Samkelo Ngwenya about the state of the Buffalo City Metro, given its current precarious financial state. So today, we are joined by the former mayor of the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality, Athol Trollip, who when he was in charge of the metro - introduced measures that were aimed at fostering accountability and transparency, against corruption and fraud. This as we try to highlight some similarities and differences between these two municipalities in terms of how they are

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8:40

SECTION27 and the Council for the Advancement of the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

Earlier on today, SECTION27 and the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC) launched a conference report titled ‘Democracy & Constitutionalism: Civic Education Conference Report & Keywords’. The report brings into focus the importance of civic education at a time when South Africa is preparing for the 2024 elections, which are widely viewed as the most significant since 1994. Joining to outline some of the key talking points emerging from the report is….. GUEST:

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10:01

Gauteng medium-term budget policy statement

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

We look at the Gauteng medium-term budget policy statement that was tabled by finance MEC Jacob Mamabolo in the provincial legislature earlier today. While the provincial budget increased in total, certain departments had their budgets cut to cater for increases for other provincial programmes. GUEST: Jacob Mamabolo, MEC for Finance in Gauteng

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3:02

Niger’s military junta has revoked the country’s...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/28

Niger’s military junta has revoked the country’s anti-migration law which made it illegal to transport migrants through Niger. We understand that the decision to revoke this law is part of their strategy to reassess relations with former western allies who condemned the coup that saw the ousting of President Mohamed Bazoum. GUEST: Dr William Mpofu, Political analyst & Senior Researcher @Wits

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9:02

Health Department in Limpopo has confirmed that they...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Health Department in Limpopo has confirmed that they are currently looking into the death of a patient who was allegedly denied access into Northam Clinic in the Waterberg District. According to the department, the 23-year-old critically ill patient died after the security guards refused his family entry due to load shedding. For more on this, we are now joined by….. GUEST: Thilivhali Muavha, Spokesperson for the MEC of Health in Limpopo

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7:18

Political parties are requesting donations that fall...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Political parties are requesting donations that fall slightly short of the 100, 000 rand threshold in order to avoid having to disclose their contributions and perhaps undermining the Funding Act. So what should happen to these political parties – should the laws be amended to prevent this from happening? For more on this, let’s now chat to…. GUEST: Prof Dirk Kotze - Professor, Political Sciences, University of South Africa (UNISA)

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9:12

It's a celebration for Mackenzie "Mighty Mack"...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

It's a celebration for Mackenzie "Mighty Mack" Friedman and her family. Two years ago, Mackenzie received an official diagnosis of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. And after founding her stem cell match and underwent her life-changing transplant – last week's test came back indicating she has reached 100% donor chimerism. Guest: Megan Friedman - Mighty Mack's mother

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7:19

Tracker released its most recent vehicle crime...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Tracker released its most recent vehicle crime statistics just in time for the holidays, revealing that hijackings continue to account for the majority of vehicle crime incidents. It also provides information on the day of the week and the time of day when you are most likely to have your car stolen or become the victim of a hijacking. Joining us for this conversation is….. GUEST: Mike Bolhuis, owner and head of Specialised Security Services: Specialising in serious violent crimes

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4:56

Buffalo City Metro’s staff overtime bill has...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Buffalo City Metro’s staff overtime bill has skyrocketed to R35.4m in just three months, causing the financially strapped municipality to impose restrictions on overtime compensation as creditors close the taps. Last Thursday, some traffic officers complained that their municipal petrol cards had been declined at filling stations. To talk to us about the municipality’s financial situation is…. Guest: Samkelo Ngwenya - Buffalo City Metro Spokesperson

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6:24

Calm has been restored in Sierra Leone, following an...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Calm has been restored in Sierra Leone, following an attack on a military barracks in the capital city, Freetown, yesterday. We understand that the country’s night-time curfew has also been lifted. However, the political situation in the West African nation has remained tense since President Bio's re-election in a disputed election in June. Joining us to explain what’s behind these tensions is……. GUEST (Kenya): David Matsanga, Political analyst & Expert on Diplomatic Relations

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4:09

A scuffle broke out between the prison warders and...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

Sergeant Vusimuzi Mogane has been questioned why he left out crucial evidence when he testified at the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial within a trial. Mogane is back in the witness box at the High Court in Pretoria to give clarity on the vehicle tracking report. Mogane is being cross examined by defense Bakwena Monyeki-who is standing in for advocate Zandile Mshololo. Monyeki asked Mogane why he never mentioned a mechanical breakdown in his evidence in chief. Also there was a scuffle in the Pretoria High

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7:33

New HIV Survey shows that the percentage of all...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

New HIV Survey shows that the percentage of all people living with HIV in South Africa has decreased from 14.0% in 2017 to 12% in 2022. Also according to the survey, HIV prevalence was nearly twice as high among women - by race, it was the highest among black Africans (sitting at 20%). GUEST: Professor Khangelani Zuma, Divisional Executive in the Public Health, Societies and Belonging (PHSB) Research Division in the Human Sciences Research Council

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15:45

The people of Gaza are not our enemy, Hamas is...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/27

As the four-day truce between Hamas and Israel enters its final day. Israel says it is open to extend truce if more captives are released by Hamas. On the other hand, Egypt, Qatar, France and the U.S are all calling for the ceasefire to be extended. Joining us to explain their next move is…. GUEST: Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner, Israeli Defence Force spokesperson

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34:03

BONDING SESSION : With the Christmas break coming up,...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/24

With the Christmas break coming up, let’s talk about mental health over the festive season. Some may be excited to to with their families and friends where they will be gatjering over the holiday period. While for some this time of year is filled with sadness, substance abuse, violence, and even financial ruin, which can lead to depression and, sometimes, even suicide. How can we play a role in the mental wellbeing of others this festive season? How have you lent a hand of support or an ear to

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7:12

Eastern Cape’s Medium Term Policy Statement that was...

The National Pulse ·

2023/11/24

Let’s now look at the Eastern Cape’s Medium Term Policy Statement that was recently delivered by the Provincial Finance MEC, Mlungisi Mvoko. Mvoko announced that the conditional grant has been reduced by 761-million rand from the 14-point-six billion rand main budget for 2023/24. The adjustments have been attributed to tough economic conditions and low revenue collection. He also revealed that the additional 2.3 billion rand of the equitable share will provide support to respond to the cost of

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