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The National Pulse

Latest News, Trends, and light features for an afternoon commute- Business, Traffic, Weather and Sport

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9:04

To lose a person like Prof. Jerry Coovadia is of...

The National Pulse ·

2023/10/04

Anti-Apartheid activist and internationally acclaimed academic, Prof. Jerry Coovadia passes away Focus: Anti-Apartheid activist and internationally acclaimed academic, Prof. Jerry Coovadia passed away in his family home (Durban) at the age of 83. Prof. Coovadia became world-renowned for his research in HIV/AIDS, with a particular focus on the transmission of the disease from mother to child as well as breastfeeding. Prof. Coovadia was also among the academics who advocated for antiretroviral

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7:59

it's years and years of lack of spending on...

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2023/10/04

The Democratic Alliance recently launched its 2024 voter registration campaign ahead of next year’s elections. During the launch, party leader John Steenhuisen urged 14 million South Africans who are not registered to vote to register so they can rescue South Africa. But what else is their campaign offering and how is it unique from their previous campaigns? GUEST: John Steenhuisen, DA Leader

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10:25

Another piece of good news post that conference is...

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2023/10/04

Do you remember President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Investment Conference that took place in April this year? Well in case you have forgotten about it, let me remind you that more than R360 billion worth of investment pledges were secured during the conference. Another piece of good news post that conference is that the rollout of investment of R500 million pledged by SA Taxi has already created more than 3 000 jobs. GUEST: Mr Matsidikanye Moswane, Chief Government and Industry Officer at SA Taxi

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21:00

The family of two young children in Naledi, Soweto...

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2023/10/04

Two young children in Naledi, Soweto have tragically passed away this week after allegedly consuming biscuits and juice they purchased from a spaza shop in their community. Two of their friends who also consumed the goods are in hospital fighting for their lives. A funeral parlour and a tombstone maker have offered to assist with the arrangements, free of charge. Our next guests would like to make a public appeal to other companies in Gauteng to assist with other necessities. To tell us more about

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10:24

These higher-ups are incapable of providing real...

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2023/10/04

Business Unity SA (Busa) is calling for the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) to be placed under immediate administration, citing concerns that calls for the authorities to intervene have gone unheeded. They say they are worried about the systemic dysfunction at the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) that is putting the livelihoods of workers at risk. GUEST: Sanelisiwe Jantjies, Social Policy Manager @Business Unity South Africa

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4:34

Donald Trump even criticised the Republicans in the...

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2023/10/04

Kevin McCarthy has been removed from his position as U.S House Speaker – a first in the country’s history. McCarthy was removed in a 216-210 by dissidents within his own party. After being ousted as speaker of the House, McCarthy told reporters that he won’t run for speaker again. But where did he go wrong and why was he removed? GUEST: (UK) Professor David Dunn, Professor of International Politics at the University of Birmingham

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5:44

Our main focus is to make sure that these people have...

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2023/10/03

Families living on the Welverdiend farm in Vredendal on the West Coast are facing eviction. This is after a new property owner has turned down the offer provided by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development to allow the families to keep their homes. The new property owner wants to use the homes for new employees. While the families have been asked to relocate to RDP homes in Vredendal North, The families also don’t want to leave the farm because the graves of their parents,

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9:22

Lobola negotiations between the two families are a...

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2023/10/03

Lobola negotiations between the two families are a necessary part of the process of a valid customary marriage. However, Lobola does not have to be paid up is not a sufficient reason to say the marriage does not exist.This is in light of the customary marriage case where the family of the deceased challenged the validity of the marriage certificate as a result of this eventuality. The court found that the marriage was declared valid based on the integration of the bride into her new family, as per

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13:06

There was no review coming from Sgameka Projects or...

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2023/10/03

This week, Parliament has released the outcomes surrounding breaches in the Code of Ethical Conduct and Disclosure of Members’ Interests. This is in light of the Ethics Committee's recommendation to the National Assembly that Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Chief Whip, Floyd Shivambu should be fined nine days of his salary for not disclosing the payments made to VBS yesterday. Meanwhile, Minister of Police and African National Congress Congress MP, Bheki Cele has ordered to apologize to Ian Cameron

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4:53

We are concern that in the department of health...

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2023/10/03

Guest: Veli Sinqana - DENOSA Provincial Secretary in the Eastern Cape

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7:52

The Electoral Commission is encouraging everyone to...

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2023/10/03

The Electoral Commission has revealed that the revision of voting district boundaries for 2024 elections has given rise to 23 296 voting districts, compared to 23 148 for the 2021 Municipal Elections. Joining us to explain how this increase in voting districts will affect the country’s electoral efficiency and planning is…… GUEST: Mawethu Mosery, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer in Outreach

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4:51

Anti-Gang Unit detective Charl Kinnear guarding was...

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2023/10/03

Anti-crime activist and independent safety consultant, Zona Morton, has approached AfriForum’s Advocate Gerrie Nel to investigate the murder of Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit detective Charl Kinnear. Morton believes that the involvement of AfriForum’s private prosecution unit could shed light on Kinnear’s murder. Charl Kinnear, a detective from the Anti-Gang Unit in Western Cape, was gunned down outside his Bishop Lavis home in Cape Town on September 18, 2020. GUEST: Zona Morton, anti-crime activist

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8:14

Who is Denis Mukwege, what does he stand for and will...

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2023/10/03

DR Congo’s Nobel Peace Prize winner, Dr Denis Mukwege has announced his candidacy as president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mukwege will challenge current President Felix Tshisekedi in the upcoming December elections. GUEST: Nixon Katembo, Africa Affairs Analyst who also works for Channel Africa

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5:27

Definitely, this killing will stop if a curfew is...

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2023/10/02

The National Freedom Party, whose councillors have been under serious attacks, is calling on the national government to consider imposing a curfew in the Nongoma area. Some of you may recall that since July this year, NFP councillors in the area of kwaNongoma have been mercilessly attacked and killed. GUEST: Canaan Mdletshe, Secretary General of the National Freedom Party (NFP)

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8:39

Skateboarding genius Jean-Marc Johannes new Guinness...

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2023/10/02

Skateboarding genius Jean-Marc Johannes tells us more about his new Guinness World Record. One of the most exciting opportunities that skateboarding has allowed Johannes, is to travel internationally for various competitions, bringing many memorable interactions and events. According to him, skateboarding is a sport that requires a lot of dedication and perseverance. GUEST: Jean-Marc Johannes, Pro Skateboarder

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15:28

Manga does not have assets, it operates based on a...

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2023/10/02

The Department of Public Enterprises released a statement outlining its intent to apply for leave to appeal the Mango Airlines sale judgment. In the statement, the Department highlighted that the intention of this application is to ensure that all aspects of Mango’s business rescue process are transparent, legally sound, and in the best interest of the South African public. To unpack this statement and the business rescue process, we are joined by... Guest: Sipho Sono - Director of Opis Advisory

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9:42

EFF provincial shutdown against taxi impoundments,...

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2023/10/02

Let’s now cross live to Mlamli Maneli who is currently covering the EFF provincial shutdown against taxi impoundments, harassment of commuters and service delivery in the Western Cape. The march is expected to end at the Ndabeni Municipal Complex, where a memorandum of demands would be handed over to City officials. GUEST: Mlamli Maneli, SABC News reporter based in the Western Cape

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8:21

The Ukrainians have suffered grievously, and there is...

The National Pulse ·

2023/10/02

We revisit the ongoing war in Ukraine, examining its impact on budget allocations in the U.S. This as there is a growing Republican divide over continuing U.S aid to Ukraine. However, U.S President Joe Biden has assured his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenksyy that his country will do all possible to keep the aid flowing. GUEST: Dr John Stremlau, Honorary Professor of International Relations @ Wits

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10:02

OB: Carnivore Restaurant is celebrating 30 years in...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/29

We have been broadcasting live from the Carnivore Restaurant in Muldesdrift. The restaurant is celebrating 30 years in the business and are closing off Heritage Month with a bang. To tell us more about what patrons can expect and they can join the festivities this weekend, we are joined by.... Guest: Bonamy Lewis - Director of Operations for the Recreation Africa Group

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9:47

Minister of Human Settlements attends the Berlin...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/29

The Berlin Global Dialogue is a new forum bringing together government and business leaders from around the world to discuss the shape of the future global economy. This year's Dialogue is being held under the theme: “Uniting global leaders to shape a world in transition”. Guest: Mmamoloko Kubayi - Minister of the Department of Human Settlements

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