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8:10

Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo has...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo has been applauded after saving the life of a fellow passenger who experienced health complications aboard a flight. Dhlomo was on a flight from Durban to Cape Town on Monday morning when a passenger alerted him to a female traveller who was in need of emergency medical assistance. GUEST: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, Deputy Minister of Health

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11:06

The Democratic Alliance has been trying to remove...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

The Economic Freedom Fighters has reserved its right to take the Section 194 committee report on judicial review. The party has called upon political parties to join their legal bid to challenge the removal of Adv. Busisiwe Mkhwebane. Yesterday, former Public Protector was impeached and is the first official of the Chapter Nine Institution to be removed prior to the end of their tenure. To unpack their position, we are joined by... Guest: Mzwanele Manyi - Member of Parliament for the Economic

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7:48

The IFP has never recovered from the NFP breakaway -...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

As we continue to focus on the politics of the IFP and its late founding president, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. Today we hear from Reverend Musa Zondi who worked closely with Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi for many years as the former secretary general of the party. He joins us now to talk about Shenge’s political legacy. GUEST: Rev Musa Zondi, former Secretary General of the IFP

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8:49

The Special Investigative Unit (SIU) says they don't...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

The Special Investigative Unit (SIU) has revealed that Eskom did not authorise the intelligence report into corruption that was commissioned by former chief executive Andre de Ruyter. According to the SIU, they are currently considering their next move against those who launched this unauthorised independent investigation. GUEST: Kaizer Kganyakgo, SIU Spokesperson

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4:36

President Mnangagwa is a terrified man who wis afraid...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

Following his Cabinet announcement, Mnangagwa has been accused of nepotism. To look at the political dynamics around this issue, we are now joined by …….. GUEST: Dr William Mpofu, Political analyst & Senior Research Associate at Good Governance Africa (GGA)

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4:21

SECTION27 and Blind SA will make oral submissions...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/12

Today, SECTION27 and Blind SA will make oral submissions before the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Their submissions will highlight South Africa’s failure to ratify the “Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons who are Blind, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled.” For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Demichelle Petherbridge, Attorney @SECTION27

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4:11

In the past seven years, we've seen some glaring...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/11

This afternoon, Parliament hold a special sitting to debate the report of the Section 194 committee. The committee sought to investigate the suspended Public Protector's fitness to hold office. The majority of members of the committee voted to recommend that the Public Protector be removed from office. guest:Siviwe Gwarube guest: Vuyo Zungula

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55:01

[Re-Broadcast] I’ve never killed nor orchestrated the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/11

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6:58

As we remember Prince Buthelezi’s Royal Heritage, we...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/11

As we remember Prince Buthelezi’s Royal Heritage, we ask, after many years of serving the royal family – how should the Zulu nation remember him? We now unpack Prince Buthelezi’s role as traditional prime minister of the Zulu nation. It was under this role that he managed to serve three Zulu kings, namely; King Bhekuzulu kaSolomon, King Goodwill Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu, and King Misuzulu kaZwelithini (the current King). GUEST: Professor Nogwaja Zulu, Cultural expert & Lecturer at the University

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9:24

Remembering Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/11

As tributes continue to pour in for Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, former IFP Chief Whip, who was the longest serving Member of Parliament, Koos van Der Merwe says Prince Buthelezi understood that a good work relationship requires trust, respect and open communication. He joins us now to elaborate further on this…… GUEST: Koos van Der Merwe, former IFP MP

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5:51

The Afghan authorities have expressed concerns about...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/11

We look at the tensions between Pakistan and Taliban. This after Pakistan authorities made it clear that they are not happy about the construction of a structure by the Taliban administration inside Pakistani territory, which they say, violates their country’s sovereignty. However, Afghanistan authorities have raised concerns about the closure of the Torkham crossing, arguing that reasons given by Pakistan are unjustifiable. For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Salman Khan, Independent

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3:59

2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off today

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

As the 2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off today, with hosts France taking on New Zealand later this evening. Earlier on today, the Ndlovu Youth Choir released their version of World in Union to get behind the Springboks. Most of you would recall that PJ Powers performed this particular song during the 1995 Rugby World Cup that took place here in South Africa. To tell us more about this latest offering, we are joined by…. GUEST: Ralf Schmitt, Choir Director and Co-founder of the Ndlovu Youth Choir

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5:42

NEDLAC Annual Summit

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

The National Economic Development and Labour Council held its Annual Summit at Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg. Delegates representing Labour, Government, Civil Society and Business gathered to tackle the socioeconomic challenges facing the country such as unemployment, slow economic growth as well as climate change. Are these gatherings rendering sufficient results?Does the institution still have influence on these social partners? We are joined by a representative of labour to reflect on the

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6:46

Business Unity SA has called for greater...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

Business Unity SA has called for greater collaboration with social partners to respond to the poly-crisis facing the country given the fragile economic outlook. We are joined by... Guest: Kaizer Moyane Business Convenor at NEDLAC

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4:29

International Literacy Day 2023: 70% of schools still...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

As the world celebrates International Literacy Day, South Africa is still struggling to combat the literacy crisis in our schools. Earlier this year, Progress in International Reading Literacy Study was another stark reminder that our children are unable to read for meaning in any language. The Department of Basic Education promulgated norms and standards for public infrastructure (including libraries) back in 2013. However, 70% of public schools across the country still do not have libraries on the

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9:56

The National Centre for Child Protection reveals that...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

More worrying news for parents and various schools in South Africa, as the National Centre for Child Protection reveals that more and more high school learners are attempting to take their lives. According to the organisation, about 10 children commit suicide a day, with some as young as six years old. But what informs this unfortunate trend? GUEST: Danie Van Loggerenberg, CEO @ the National Centre for Child Protection

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4:48

India prepares to host the G20 Summit

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/08

As India prepares to host the G20 Summit, which commences tomorrow in New Delhi. We chat to Professor Patrick Bond about some of the key issues that are likely to be discussed by world leaders as this year’s Summit is aimed at creating a more inclusive world. But what’s in for South Africa and Africa as a whole, what kind of agenda is our president going to advance at the Summit? GUEST: Patrick Bond, Distinguished Professor from the University of Johannesburg

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21:50

They actually limit the number of audiences...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/07

As the 2023 Rugby World Cup begins tomorrow. Today we tackle the issue of Rugby World Cup Broadcast Rights. This as many South Africans are likely to miss out on the rugby world cup action which will not be screened by the SABC. The Minister of Sports, Zizi Kodwa has urged the SABC to find a solution in relation to this ongoing dispute between them and Supersport. However, the SABC says it continues to engage with Multichoice and has met all their requirements to conclude the agreement regarding the

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7:20

2nd Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/07

In conversation with Tourism Minister Patricia De Lille about the 2nd Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s tourism leadership conference that is currently underway in the North West province at the Sun City Resort. Those who are attending the conference are expected to discuss new ideas and explore business opportunities, and also talk about challenges facing the tourism sector. GUEST: Patricia De Lille, Minister of Tourism

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5:35

Student calls for Chapter Nine Institution to...

The National Pulse ·

2023/09/07

This week, a student activist has written to the SA Human Rights Commission to investigate the human rights violations that have taken place in the 2023 academic year by the student financial aid scheme, NSFAS. In the application, our next guest highlights the defunding of students and the implementation of the new payment system as examples of how students have been stripped of their human dignity. This is not the first chapter nine institution he has approached, he has written to the Public

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