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5:43

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has fined...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/07

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has fined Microsoft $20 million for illegally collecting and retaining children’s personal data. The Federal Trade Commission works to promote competition and to protect and educate consumers. But how did the Microsoft database breach happen? To unpack this for us, we are joined by….. GUEST: Arthur Goldstuck, CEO of the World Wide Worx

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5:10

Former cabinet spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi is...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

Former cabinet spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi is heading to parliament. His name appears on a list of new EFF members who will be sworn in as MPs. Manyi announced a few weeks ago that he was leaving ATM to go and join the EFF. He said at the time that he was joining as an ordinary member of the party to work on the ground. We’re now joined by political analyst, Dr Levy Ndou.

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8:25

Water and sanitation has released its report on the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

The department of water and sanitation has released its report on the state of South Africa’s municipal drinking water. The report assesses all aspects of safe water provision in the country. Last year’s report identified 334 wastewater systems in a critical condition. The department says it has received corrective action plans from 168 municipalities, however, only 34 of the 168 plans were being implemented at the end of March 2023. The report comes just weeks after the cholera outbreak that has

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10:02

(UCT) student and community activist, Zukile...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

In a bid to assist law enforcement agencies in the fight against crime, University of Cape Town (UCT) student and community activist, Zukile Ntentema, is set to establish the first youth violence-prevention centre in the country and he joins us now to outline its objectives. GUEST: Zukile Ntentema, UCT Student & Community activist

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11:36

The International Air Transport Association has...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

The International Air Transport Association has singled out South Africa for its high airport charges and poor operational inefficiencies. The organisation says South African airports want a 38% increase in airport charges, while the Air Traffic Navigation Services wants a higher increase. It is hosting its annual summit on the aviation sector in Turkey. It says most service providers in air navigation pass the costs of their inefficiencies to airlines who also pass it to passengers by increasing

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6:21

South Africa has dodged a technical recession...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

South Africa has dodged a technical recession following the growth of the GDP by 0.4% in the first quarter of 2023. The GDP contracted by 1.1% in the last quarter of 2022 sparking fears of a recession. The growth comes as load-shedding continues to lead to many businesses shutting down as production costs rise. The growth has been driven by manufacturing, transport, storage, communication and construction industries. We're now joined by Kevin Lings, Chief Economist at Stanlib.

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12:05

Is South Africa short of sculptors? Following the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

Is South Africa short of sculptors? Following the arrival of two statues of Nelson Mandela and O.R Tambo that were made in China. The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal says it will write to the public protector and the auditor-general to request that the statues be investigated. However, eThekwini Municipality says there is nothing amiss about the procurement process that was followed in relation to these two statues. For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Dr Musa Gumede, eThekwini

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6:25

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the country can learn...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

As South Africa is currently experiencing serious energy constraints. President Cyril Ramaphosa says the country can learn a lot from Portugal when it comes to the deployment of renewable energy. He made these remarks after welcoming his Portuguese counterpart President Marcelo Rebelo De Sousa, who is on a state visit to South Africa. For more on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Khayelihle Khumalo, SABC News reporter

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5:36

why the Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal wants...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/06

Let’s now speak to Francois Rodgers who will advance reasons as to why the Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal wants this matter to be probed. GUEST: Francois Rodgers, DA KZN Leader

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9:02

Two teachers and a principal have been suspended...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

Two teachers and a principal have been suspended following allegations of sexual abuse against school girls at Bonkolo High School in Dutywa in the Eastern Cape. Parents allege this has been happening for years, and one of the girls is now pregnant. They also say their cries for help with the issue were not heard until recently. We’re now joined by Petros Majola, Executive Director at Khula Community Development.

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8:13

We celebrate Siba Mtongana as she was recently...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

Today we celebrate Siba Mtongana as she was recently presented with Best Hotel Restaurant and the Excellence Award at the Luxe Restaurant Awards

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8:24

The University of Fort Hare has beefed up security...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

The University of Fort Hare has beefed up security following last night’s violent protest by students who set two buildings alight. It is alleged this was an attempt to halt examinations as the timetable was too congested. 12 students have been arrested and face different charges, including malicious damage to property. Exams went ahead, despite the disruption. The institution moved morning exams to the afternoon. We’re now joined by Godfrey Ganya, former SRC member.

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4:25

SIU to investigate allegations of corruption and...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

The Special Investigating Unit will soon investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration at the Umgeni Water Board, following a proclamation by President Cyril Ramaphosa that authorises the unit to go ahead with its investigative work. The proclamation covers allegations of unlawful and improper conduct that took place between 01 March 2018 and 2 June 2023. GUEST: Kaizer Kganyago, Spokesperson of the Special Investigating Unit

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12:03

Cape Forum’s decision to launch a court bid aimed at...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

Following Cape Forum’s decision to launch a court bid aimed at overhauling policing powers in the Western Cape. We speak to Advocate Lennit Max about the crime situation in the province and what needs to be done to improve policing in the region. GUEST: Advocate Lennit Max, former Provincial Police Commissioner in the Western Cape

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6:41

Things are slowly getting back to normal in the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/05

Things are slowly getting back to normal in the streets of Dakar, after clashes that erupted last week following the sentencing of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko. The violence resulted in at least 16 deaths and more than 350 wounded. To give us more analysis on what caused political tensions in the West African country is….. GUEST: Izak Khomo, African affairs commentator

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8:20

The launch of IsiZulu Language Development Institute

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/02

Dr Makhosi Khoza, President of the Bantu Languages Development Institute

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4:44

Limpopo police are searching for a gang of eight...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/02

Limpopo police are searching for a gang of eight people that opened fire at a tavern in Malamulele, killing two people and wounding eight. Police say the assailants fled the scene in two double cab vehicles. They found sseveral cartridges fired from a pistol. The motive of the killing is not known yet. We’re now joined by Limpopo police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

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8:56

Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has strongly condemned the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/02

Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has strongly condemned the attacks on e-hailing drivers and burning of cars at Maponya Mall in Soweto. This comes after an alleged confrontation that occurred last night between minibus taxi drivers and e-hailing drivers where it is alleged that minibus taxi drivers attacked e-hailing drivers and burnt three vehicles and damaged four others at Maponya Mall parking area. GUEST: Lesiba Mpya, Spokesperson for the MEC of Transport and

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9:05

Two MPs were demanding democratic reforms in the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/02

Activists in eSwatini have condemned the guilty verdict on incarcerated pro-democracy Members of Parliament, Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube. The two MPs were demanding democratic reforms in the country and were arrested on politically motivated terrorism charges, and they face up to 20 years in prison. GUEST: Zweli Martin Dlamini, Managing Editor of Swaziland News

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23:54

THE INNERVIEW: How did a former child soldier,...

The National Pulse ·

2023/06/01

THE INNERVIEW: We’re doing our Innerview a bit differently this week. We always speak to experts on this platform and get their analysis on pressing issues, however, we hardly take time to see, hear and learn about the human being behind the expertise. Today we have Nixon Katembo, an Africa affairs analyst and producer on Channel Africa. How did a former child soldier, refugee and car guard make his way to the airwaves and end-up not only building a career as a media practitioner, but a political

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