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6:49

Silvio Berlusconi former Italian prime minister dies

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/12

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has died. Berlusconi led three governments between 1994 and 2011, and he faced a string of legal troubles throughout his political career. However, some of his political allies say they will always remember him as one of the most influential men in the history of Italy. Joining us to look at his complex legacy is ……. Guest (Norway): Vito Laterza, Associate Professor in Development Studies at the University of Agder, Norway

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8:22

As part of commemorating Youth Month, St David's...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/09

As part of commemorating Youth Month, St David's Marist lnanda recently opened its satellite high school campus for boys in Alexandra. This as they believe that every child deserves access to an excellent education, regardless of background or location. For more on what this satellite high school is about, we are joined by….. GUEST: Mike Thiel, Headmaster of St David's Marist lnanda

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8:28

The Eastern Cape legislature’s portfolio committee on...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/09

The Eastern Cape legislature’s portfolio committee on education has slammed the government for a shortage of almost 2000 teachers, including over 300 principals. The committee says the basic education department has failed to sufficiently budget to ensure vacant positions are filled in Eastern Cape schools. The department’s budget can only fund 80% of the vacant posts. The committee will table a report before the legislature and if accepted, the department will have a month to reverse its decision

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4:10

Ramaphosa has given the green light to the SIU to...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/09

President Cyril Ramaphosa has given the green light to the Special Investigating Unit to probe dealings of the Free State premier's office, and specifically look into former premier, Ace Magashule's tenure. The investigation will include bursaries that were given to students and possible unlawful expenditure of government funds in relation to the bursary scheme. We’re now joined by SIU Spokesperson, Kaizer Kganyago.

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19:29

Can the South African Post Office be saved?

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/09

Can SA Post Office be saved or it will simply die a slow death? Minister of communications and digital technologies Mondli Gungubele joins us to outline the objectives of his department's draft business rescue plan that is aimed at rescuing the ailing SA Post Office from being liquidated. Given its terrible financial position, currently the organisation intends to retrench more than 6 500 employees. GUEST: Mondli Gungubele, Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies

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6:36

South Africa is the latest country that has expressed...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/09

South Africa is the latest country that has expressed its desire to host a peace summit between Ukraine and Russia. Earlier on today, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said “we must be receptive to the possibility of South Africa hosting the peace summit”. You may recall that last month, Denmark also expressed its interest to hold a peace summit. So what will it mean for a country like South Africa to host such crucial talks? GUEST: Gustavo de Carvalho, Senior Researcher on

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6:18

What is the role of young people in fighting against...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

The youth of Tshwane gathered today for the Climate Action Youth Seminar by the Ranyaka Community Transformation, to discuss climate change mitigating measures. The city was recently hit by floods that left many people in townships like Mamelodi homeless. What is the role of young people in fighting against climate change? We're now joined by Thabang Shongwe. Thabang is the co-founder of Backyard Farmers, an NPO that tackles food insecurity and environmental degradation through backyard farming

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12:59

Social Enterprise, Kusini Water has partnered with...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

Social Enterprise, Kusini Water has partnered with Nedbank to provide clean water to the community of Hammanskraal. The area was hit by a cholera outbreak in May, claiming over 20 lives. President Cyril Ramaphosa visited the area today. Kusini Water is a social enterprise that builds water treatment systems using nanotechnology and and locally sourced macadamia nut shells. The company has been providing clean drinking water to communities across the continent. To discuss the partnership and water

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7:42

Rogerwilco’s Township Customer Experience (CX) Report...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

Rogerwilco’s Township Customer Experience (CX) Report for 2023 reveals consumers prefer value over brands. It also shows 25% of respondents spend half their salary services and goods sold within the township, and 51% of respondents buy from spaza shops on a daily basis. This is a 7% increase from 2022. Another interesting finding is the fact that younger people in the township are opting for stokvels as a way to save money. The percentage of stokvel users between the ages of 18 and 24 increased from

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8:44

The Zimbabwean Exemption Permits were due to expire...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

The minister of home affairs Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has revealed that his department has decided to extend Zimbabwean Exemption Permits. The permits were due to expire in three weeks time, however, they will now be valid until the end of the year. Motsoaledi joins us now to elaborate further on this….. GUEST: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Home Affairs

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6:42

The department of home affairs extended the validity...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

How do the holders of the Zimabwean Exemption Permits feel about the new extension. The department of home affairs extended the validity of the permits to December. This is to allow time to process the increase of applications for Visa Waivers from permit holders. The department says it receives between 1000 and 1500 applications daily. We're now joined by Luke Mufaro Dzviti, Chairperson of the Zimbabwean Immigration Federation.

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8:31

Democratic Alliance Students Organisation (DASO)...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

We hear from the Democratic Alliance Students Organisation (DASO) on why they don’t want Professor Patrick Lumumba to address an event at UCT. They say it is disgraceful that in a time when gay people in Africa are fighting for their rights and acceptance, the EFF Student Command would choose to give a platform to someone who advocates for their persecution and murder. Lumumba was recently quoted saying "Are you homophobic? My answer is yes. Do I think that those who belong to that club ought to be

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7:48

European Union interior ministers are currently...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/08

European Union interior ministers are currently meeting in Luxembourg to discuss the issue of refugee crisis in Europe. They have been grappling with this issue since 2015 as most of them couldn’t agree on how to reform migration policy. So are they likely to reach a different outcome this time around? We find out from…. GUEST: Musa Mdunge, Political Analyst and PhD candidate based at the University of Dundee

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9:11

The City's mayor Kabelo Gwamanda is doing well...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

Al Jama-ah leader says Ganief Hendrick’s his party will continue to support City of Joburg Mayor, Kabelo Gwamanda. This follows allegations that he scammed residents out of insurance investments through a Ponzi scheme. Hendricks says there is no basis for the allegations.

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11:05

ActionSA has filed a motion of no confidence against...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

ActionSA has filed a motion of no confidence against City of Johannesburg Mayor, Kabelo Gwamanda. Gwamanda was elected the mayor of the City of Joburg just a month ago and had his first Stare of the City Address yesterday. ActionSA cites allegations that Gwamanda scammed residents out of funeral insurance investments through a ponzi scheme. We are now joined by Funzi Ngobeni, Gauteng Provincial Chairperson and caucus leader of ActionSA in the City of Joburg.

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9:49

From an informal settlement to the USA - Zwelethemba...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

Kudakwashe Takawira, Robotics Team Coach & Lilitha Siyo, Team Captain: “Learners from Zwelethemba High School to compete at robotics competition in US”

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5:48

Commuters in the City of Tshwane have been left...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

Commuters in the City of Tshwane have been left stranded after a decision to suspend the operation of the Tshwane Bus Service yesterday afternoon. This follows what the city calls an illegal strike by members of the South African Municipal Workers Union. It says they are unhappy about salary increases and overtime payments. The City of Tshwane says it will inform SAMWU to direct its members to return to work within 48 hours or further action will be taken. We’re now joined by Valentine Matlala,

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8:41

Western Cape Taxi association says police must...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

Western Cape police are probing the murder of the Codeta Chairperson, Siyabulela Mandyoli. The 52 year old taxi boss was shot last night in Khayelitsha. He was instrumental in the negotiations leading to the reopening of the B97 taxi route between Mbekweni and Bellville and ensuring a peaceful coexistence between taxi associations in the Western Cape. We’re now joined by Mandla Hermanus, Chairperson of Santaco in the Western Cape.

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6:25

What will it take to turn around South Africa’s...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

What will it take to turn around South Africa’s economic fortunes? Following yesterday’s important meeting between the government and business sector. The Presidency has revealed that various government departments will collaborate with business to address key priorities that will enable South Africa to fast track its economic growth trajectory. Joining us to discuss the outcomes of the meeting is….. GUEST: Martin Kingston

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10:24

Former President Jacob Zuma will appeal today’s High...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

Former President Jacob Zuma will appeal today’s High Court ruling, which set aside the private prosecution of advocate Billy Downer and journalist Karyn Maughn. So legally speaking, what are his chances of success on appeal? For more on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Dr Llewellyn Curlewis, Senior Lecturer in Criminal and Procedural Law at the University of Pretoria.

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