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5:15

Mpumalanga premier reshuffles cabinet

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/15

Mpumalanga premier, Mandla Ndlovu, reshuffled his cabinet earlier today. The Mpumalanga Premier sacked his education MEC, Cathy Dlamini together with economic development and tourism MEC, Makhosazane Masilela. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Thulasizwe Thomo, Mpumalanga Province’s Executive Council Spokesperson

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7:19

Protesters rally behind KZN police chief Mkhwanazi

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/15

A march using the hashtag #HandsOffMkhwanazi took place in Durban earlier today, calling for government accountability and action in response to the allegations made by KZN Police Commissioner, Lt. General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Teresa Nortje, one of the organisers of the #HandsOffMkhwanazi march

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4:05

Shadrack Sibiya asked to take leave of absence

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/15

Following serious allegations of misconduct within SAPS, Deputy National Commissioner for crime detection, Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya has been asked to take a leave of absence. Some of you may recall that Sibiya was recently accused by General Mkhwanazi of being a criminal and of improper conduct for closing a political task team. To react to this is…… GUEST: Dr Johan Burger, Independent Crime & Policing Consultant

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11:10

Reflecting on Muhammadu Buhari’s Legacy

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/15

Following his passing at the age of 82, some in Nigeria are of the view that former president Buhari who set a record as the first and only opposition candidate to defeat a sitting president, left a mixed legacy. His credentials as an incorruptible leader were somehow tested during his eight years in office when he refused to float the naira and remove a costly subsidy on petrol. So how should the people of Nigeria and the global community remember him? For more on his legacy and what he stood for,

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22:43

Getting to know the incoming Police Minister

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/15

We hear from the incoming Acting Minister of Police, Professor Firoz Cachalia. Cachalia is a former anti-apartheid activist who currently works as a professor at the Wits School of Law and he also serves as the Chairperson of the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council. GUEST: Professor Firoz Cachalia, the newly appointed Acting Minister of Police

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10:43

Jayden-Lee Meek’s mother charged with murder

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

The 31-year-old-mother of 11-year-old Jayden Lee-Meek appeared briefly in the Rooderpoort Magistrate’s Court this morning and has been charged with her son’s murder. Post her court appearance this morning, Tiffany Meek will remain in police custody and will be back in court for her bail application on Friday. ActionSA Member of Parliament, Dereleen James is of the view that if police had searched all the apartments in the complex when Jayden-Lee went missing, his life would have been

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8:11

Understanding Constitutional sections used to appoint...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Professor Cachalia in terms of section 91(3)(c) of the Constitution, which empowers the President to select no more than two Ministers from outside the National Assembly. Dan Mafora, CASAC Senior Researcher, joins me on the line to explain how this section of the constitution works and outline any other sections the President relied on for this appointment… GUEST: Dan Mafora, CASAC Senior Researcher

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7:54

MK Party supporters march in Joburg in support of...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

Members and supporters of the MK Party in Gauteng marched in support of KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lt. General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Today’s march in Johannesburg is a build-up to a national shutdown that is expected to take place on Friday at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Abel Tau, MK Party Gauteng Spokesperson

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6:18

NPA appeal Omotoso acquittal

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

The High Court in Gqeberha is hearing the initial stage of the state's appeal against the acquittal of Timothy Omotoso and his two co-accused on charges of human trafficking and rape. Sisipho Ngcumbe, SABC News Reporter in Gqeberha was in court today and joins me on the line to tell us what happened… GUEST: Sisipho Ngcumbe, SABC News Reporter in Gqeberha

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8:21

Paul Biya (92-years-old) to stand for another term in...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, who is the world’s oldest serving head of state has announced plans to run for an eighth term in this year’s presidential election that is due to take place in three months’ time. After over 40 years in power - what more can he offer the country? For more analysis on this, we are joined by…… GUEST (Cameroon): Dr Charles Sinkala, International Relations Consultant

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17:28

President Ramaphosa has been soft on Simelane, soft...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/14

Following mixed reactions to the announcement made by President Cyril Ramaphosa last night. We are joined by Professor Onkgopotse JJ Tabane who is going to share his thoughts on the establishment of the judicial commission of inquiry that is going to probe Senzo Mchunu’s alleged interference in police work. GUEST: Professor JJ Tabane, Frank Dialogue Convener & Editor of Leadership and BBQ Magazines

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8:22

Ramaphosa meets national dialogue Eminent Persons

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/11

Earlier today, President Cyril Ramaphosa held his inaugural meeting with members of the national dialogue Eminent Persons Group at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. President Ramaphosa told the group not to be cheerleaders of the dialogue and expect that there’ll be criticism on the work they are supposed to do… CLIP: 1:56 SABC News Reporter, Sibahle Motha was at the Union Buildings this morning and joins me on the line now to share more of what the President spoke about…

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37:08

Friday’s Fireside Chat with Dr Sipho Sithole

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/11

Today we chat to an all-rounded person who possesses a wide range of skills, knowledge and experiences. He can engage in discussions on diverse topics, be it music, corporate related, politics, heritage and culture - you name it and his mind is always sharp and engaged. That individual is none other than Dr Sipho Sithole, hopefully you will get inspired. GUEST: Dr Sipho Sithole, Corporate strategist, Heritage & Cultural anthropologist: Currently works as a Lecturer of Zulu Language and Culture

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9:57

SA ranked as the world’s most dangerous country to...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/11

An online driver’s education platform, Zobi, has ranked South Africa as the world’s most dangerous country to drive in. The country’s road traffic death rate, low seatbelt usage and high rate of alcohol related fatalities contributed to its low ranking. To react to this is…… GUEST: Caro Smit, Founder & Director of South Africans Against Drunk Driving (SADD)

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4:55

Preparations for Mabuza’s Funeral

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/11

Final preparations are underway in Barberton where late former Deputy President David Mabuza will be laid to rest. To give us the details in terms of how the preparations are going is…… GUEST: Desmond Mwela, ANC member & family spokesperson

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12:59

Ramaphosa’s 19:00pm Sunday appointment after...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/11

It has been some time since we last held a significant family meeting. I’m sure some of you can’t wait to hear what President Cyril Ramaphosa is going to say on Sunday when briefing the nation on recent developments arising from statements by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. It is public knowledge that Mkhwanazi recently detailed disturbing allegations against police minister Senzo Mchunu, members of the judiciary and senior police officials. To

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7:54

Why lack of funding is becoming a major problem for...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/10

Professor Linda du Plessis shares her thoughts ‘on the catastrophic operational and financial strain being placed on our public universities due to the ongoing dysfunction of NSFAS and the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs)’. According to her, the dysfunction experienced by these important educational services, is not only jeopardising the futures of vulnerable students but it is also threatening universities’ ability to deliver quality education. She joins us now to

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8:19

DA lay charges against Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/10

Earlier on, I spoke to MK Party MP, Mazolman Skosana, about the party laying criminal charges against Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu. The Democratic Alliance also laid charges today at the Cape Town Central Police Station. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Dianne Kohler Barnard, DA MP and Shadow Minister of State Security

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4:35

DD Mabuza memorial service

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/10

The ANC is honouring former Deputy President David Mabuza with memorial services across Mpumalanga today. One is happening in his home village of Phola, near White River. SABC News Reporter, Michael Mdluli, joins me on the line to share what was happening at the Phola memorial… GUEST: Michael Mdluli, SABC News Reporter in Mpumalanga

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13:35

G20: CRYPTO ASSETS | CA/MABU/10.07.2025/Aya

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/10

TN: ABSA's Africa Blockchain Report 2025: Blockchain's Multifaceted Role in Economic Development shows that Blockchain Technology will be key in driving inclusive, sustainable growth. However, these technologies raisE questions about the risks associated with crypto assets.... AG: In order to address the vulnerabiltues around crypto assets- the G20 is working closely with the Financial Stability Board (FSB) to finalise a Crypto-asset Policy Implementation Roadmap that seeks to promote coordinated

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