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19:33

Cogta Minister says being a councillor is an...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/20

THE INNERVIEW: What informs widespread dysfunction in Municipalities and how do we ensure that our municipalities fulfil their constitutional obligations to ensure sustainable, effective and efficient municipal services? Addressing a development model conference at Stellenbosch University not so long ago, Cogta Minister Thembi Nkadimeng said education qualification requirements needed to be introduced for illiterate councillors in order for municipalities to function optimally as this remains one of

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9:48

Chefs with Compassion made soup for half a million...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/20

GUEST: Chef Coo Pillay, Founding Director of Chefs with Compassion GUEST: Hanneke van Linge, Founding Director of Chefs with Compassion and Founder of Nosh Food Rescue

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11:58

Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, MEC, says this issue is...

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2023/07/20

Concerns are growing over the shortage of neonatal intensive care units in Gauteng. Gauteng MEC for health says Chris Hani Baragwanath has 18 neonatal ICUs, but it should have 35 in order to meet international standards of care. The DA in Gauteng says many other hospitals have a shortage of functioning ICU beds, including Pholosong Hospital, George Mkhari, George Mkhari and Charlotte Maxeke. What is the department’s plant to deal with the shortage. Guest: Gauteng Health Department’s MEC, Nomantu

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7:00

It is still too early to determine what caused the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/20

How should different spheres of government respond to explosion incidents like the one that occurred at the Johannesburg CBD? We find out from Professor Ivan Turok who is of the view that maintenance and inspection programs are key to prevent explosions and also to reduce the possibility of damage. GUEST: Professor Ivan Turok, Urban planning expert from the University of the Free State

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5:18

Professor Jannie Rossouw says with electricity being...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/20

Well you have just heard Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago announcing that the repo rates………Let’s now speak to Professor Jannie Rossouw, Visiting Professor @Wits Business School just to get his reaction on this.

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7:52

Sign Language is officially the 12th official...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

Sign Language is officially the 12th official language in South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed it into law just over an hour ago. South Africa is now the fourth African country to have sign language as an official language. There are more than 600 000 people who use sign language to communicate in South Africa.. What does this mean going forward? We’re now joined by Claudine Storbeck, Associate Professor at Wits University’s Centre for Deaf Studies.

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5:34

Nompumelelo Nyawo has been helping students and...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

As many young people in our country struggle to find meaningful employment opportunities or the capital to start their own businesses. We hear from Nompumelelo Nyawo who has been assisting students and unemployed youth to acquire basic skills to enter the job market. GUEST: Nompumelelo Nyawo, Managing Director of The Atomic Group

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8:41

Professor Bonke Dumisa says tomorrow we shouldn't...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

Does the easing of the inflation rate between May and June mean we should expect some good news when the Reserve Bank announces its decision on interest rates? Data by Stats SA shows inflation eased from 6.3% in May to 5.4% in June. We are now below the 6% mark for the first time since October 2021. Most non-alcoholic beverages recorded lower inflation rates in June, but some remained high. We’re now joined by independent economic analyst, Professor Bonke Dumisa.

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3:33

The nine-month-old baby died at an early childhood...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

A nine months old baby has died at an early childhood development centre on his first day of school in Zwelisha, KwaZulu-Natal. A caregiver at Umganu Circle contacted Reaction Unit South Africa after realising the child was unresponsive. The school says he fell asleep while being fed lunch and did not wake up. We’re now joined by Prem Balram, spokesperson for Reaction Unit South Africa.

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10:45

John Steenhuisen says the government buckled under...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

Following the Presidency’s announcement that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be attending the BRICS Summit next month. We speak to the Democratic Alliance as you know that they have been following this issue quite closely and they have succeeded in their quest to force President Cyril Ramaphosa to share his affidavit on why the government will not arrest Putin if he attends the conference. GUEST: John Steenhuisen, DA Leader

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6:48

Although he isn't coming, it's a good thing that he...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

The Presidency has announced that Vladimir Putin will not attend next month’s BRICS Summit but the Russian Federation will be represented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov instead. Joining us to look at the political dynamics that may have influenced this decision is… GUEST: Thembisa Fakude, Senior Research Fellow at the Africa-Asia Dialogues

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4:17

Meanwhile, the high court in Pretoria has heard that...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/19

Meanwhile, the high court in Pretoria has heard that the first state witness in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial never received medical attention after she was allegedly hit by bullet sparks. State witness, Zandile Khumalo was present in the Vosloorus home East of Johannesburg where the soccer star was shot and killed in 2014. The court earlier heard of how she felt Meyiwa's body temperature drop when they arrived at the hospital. Five men stand accused of the murder of the Bafana Bafana and Orlando

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5:07

The team will search for lions in the area, Musa...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

Are there lions on the loos or not in KZN? Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife says it cannot confirm or deny the presence of lions around the community of Umlalazi. Families in the area reported that they saw two lions on the loose. Field rangers have been deployed in the area to see if there indeed are lions in the area, however, Ezemvelo says it has not seen any. The organisation has called on residents to contact the police should they see the wild animals. We’re now joined by Musa Mntambo, Communications

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7:08

United Nations in South Africa launches a ‘Mandela...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

The United Nations in South Africa and the Nelson Mandela Foundation have launched a ‘Mandela SDGs Quote Book’ that beautifully aligns Nelson Mandela's famous sayings with each of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The book emphasises the importance of sustainable development in South Africa. It is also a call to action for people to do their part to attain the SDGs. Nelson Mandela Day recognises the former President’s contribution to the pursuit of peace and freedom. There is no other day on the

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9:06

A food promotion programme was launched by the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

The department of Agriculture and Rural Development in the Free State today launched its food promotion programme as part of Mandela Day celebrations. It wants to enhance awareness about issues around food scarcity and security and provide government’s response to food insecurity. What does this programme entail? We’re now joined by Free State’s MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Saki Mokoena.

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4:25

First witness for the state in the Senzo Meyiwa...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

Kelly Khumalo’s sister, Zandile Khumalo took the stand today as the first witness for the state in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. Zandile was the last person to testify in the trial before it was restarted. The trial had to start from scratch after Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela was suspended for failing to deliver reserved judgments on time. What happened in court today? We’re now joined by SABC News Reporter, Horisani Sithole.

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4:52

So far, 500 patients have been operated, according to...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

The Gauteng Department of Health has initiated a series of surgical marathons to address the substantial surgery backlog in the province as we observe International Mandela Day. Currently the province, had over 18,000 patients awaiting surgical procedures, a reduction from the 32,000 patients at the beginning of the year. Responding to this call, Gauteng's health department has been performing elective surgeries in 32 hospitals. To give us an update on the progress of the surgeries is Dr Stephen

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6:19

The BRICS Political Parties Plus Dialogue has kicked...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

The BRICS Political Parties Plus Dialogue has kicked off in Johannesburg on Tuesady hosting over 50 political parties from the BRICS Nations including various other countries interested in joining BRICS with various commissions expected to take place over the next three days.The theme this year is “BRICS and Africa: Partnership for mutually accelerated growth, sustainable development and inclusive growth”. BRICS member states were expected to deliver their messages, and this includes the Communist

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5:08

Two Nelson Mandela statues were unveiled today in...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/18

President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled two Nelson Mandela statues today in Mthatha and Qunu in commemoration of Nelson Mandela Day. The two monuments serve as a tribute to Madiba’s legacy both in South Africa and the rest of the world. The United Nations proclaimed the Nelson Mandela International Day in 2009. How did today’s celebrations go? We’re now joined by SABC News Political Reporter, Ntebo Mokobo.

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8:50

Several doctors have seen Gerco van Deventer in the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/07/17

The Gift of The Givers says it has made its final attempt to secure the release of South African hostage Gerco van Deventer. The attempt comes more than a month since his captors confirmed his release was being considered. Van Deventer has been held hostage for over five years while he was in Libya working as a paramedic for a month. The Gift of the Givers’ hostage negotiator recently came back saying he has engaged everyone possible. If the captors do not release him, is this the end of the fight

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