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6:20

Entry restrictions have been imposed on some...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/16

The United States of America has imposed entry restrictions on some Nigerians, particularly those who were involved in intimidation of voters during the country’s general elections that took place two months ago. To explain what this means in terms of bilateral relations between these two countries is…… GUEST: Professor Chris Isike, political analyst from the University of Pretoria

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8:02

How is the process of updating STS compliant...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/15

How is the process of updating STS compliant electricity meters going in South Africa and whose responsibility is it to update them? If the software of the meters is not updated by November 2024, they will stop accepting new prepaid credit tokens. There are about 70 million of these prepaid meters rolled out in over 100 countries and 10 million of them are in South Africa. We’re now joined by energy analyst, Tshepo Kgadima.

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14:09

Sarafina has made history by becoming the first local...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/15

Sarafina has made history by becoming the first local film to be selected twice by the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. The South African film was recently announced as part of this year's Official Selection for Cannes Classics. Joining us to celebrate this latest achievement is Mbongeni Ngema who will remind us about the story behind Sarafina….. GUEST: Mbongeni Ngema, South African writer, Director and theatre producer

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3:53

Thousands of people have been evacuated from the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/15

Over one thousand people have been evacuated and accommodated on halls, schools and churches after heavy rains in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality. Municipal workers are busy with mop-up operations in low lying areas that were mostly affected by the flooding in KwaZakhele, Motherwell, New Brighton and Walmer. The heavy rains come after a long period of drought in the area that has added to its water woes. We’re now joined by Lawrence Troon, MMC for Safety and Security at the Nelson

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7:55

Why are some companies failing to comply with...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/15

Why are some companies failing to comply with employment equity laws and what’s the role of government in ensuring that companies comply with the laws of the country? We find out from the department of labour as they intend to take legal action against some of the companies who are failing to comply with employment equity laws. The Foschini Group, Truworths and industrial firm Barloworld are some of the organisations accused of non-compliance. GUEST: Advocate Fikiswa Mncanca-Bede, Chief Director

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6:11

Turkiye is headed for a runoff presidential vote...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/15

Turkiye is headed for a runoff presidential vote after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and opposition candidate Kemal Kilicdaroglu failed to achieve the 50 per cent of votes required to win on Sunday. Joining us to explain what this means for both candidates is…. GUEST: Zeenat Adam, Deputy Executive Director at the Afro-Middle East Centre

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7:58

International Nurses Day is celebrated today around...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/12

As nurses across the world are being celebrated today on International Nurses Day. We chat to Dr Nkhensani Mukoki about the importance of this day and what it means to the nursing profession. Mukoki is a Chief Operating Officer and founder of Primary Health Care Clinics in three provinces and they are all nurse driven. GUEST: Dr Nkhensani Mukoki, is a Nursepreneur who is COO and founder of Primary Health Care Clinics

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6:12

"The Situation is under control but tense" MEC Vusi...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/12

Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Vusi Shongwe joins us now to explain what his department is doing to quell the ongoing tensions in eMalahleni.

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7:03

Mpumalanga is still tense, but not as tense as...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/12

The situation is still tense in Mpumalanga but not the same as yesterday and things are going much slower than normal. Authorities in the province have urged motorists and community members to continue using alternative routes to reach their destinations. For more on this story, we are now joined by…. GUEST: Mthobisi Mkhaliphi, SABC News reporter based in Mpumalanga

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4:10

Recep Tayyip Erdogan is fighting for his political...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/12

Turks are heading to the polls on Sunday, and after 20 years in power, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is fighting for his political survival as there is a strong chance that he might lose this time around. It is widely reported that Erdogan appears intimidated by the alliance of the Kurds and White Turks who have long opposed him. GUEST: Zeenat Adam, Deputy Executive Director at the Afro-Middle East Centre

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10:47

N4 near Vosman temporarily closed due to continuous...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/11

guest: Brigadier Selvi Mohlala

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8:11

Choreographer & Creative director, Gregory Maqoma...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/11

Guest: Gregory Maqoma

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6:16

Workers affiliated to the South African Municipal...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/11

Workers affiliated to the South African Municipal Workers Union have been protesting in Johannesburg over issues that affect various municipalities in Gauteng. They say corruption in municipalities has made it difficult for them to do their jobs, they also say government has failed to solve disputes, including the outsourcing of some of their work to contractors. Guest: Nkhetheni Muthavhi

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7:13

What is causing the rand to fall?

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/11

What is causing the rand to fall? Bad news for the country as the Rand is currently trading at R19, 00 against the U.S. dollar, its weakest level since early 2020. Some economists are suggesting that the ongoing power cuts are behind this latest slump. To explain why the rand is in a fragile state is…. GUEST: Tshepo Mongoai, SABC News Economics Editor

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7:06

Confusion over who is Ingonyama Trust Board chairperson

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/11

Following confusion around the announcement of Inkosi Thanduyise Mzimela as new chairperson of the Ingonyama Trust Board. We hear from the Ministry of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development as they still regard Mzimela as the chairperson. GUEST: Reggie Ngcobo, Spokesperson for the Ministry of of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

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11:13

Free State Premier Mxolisi Dukwana has pledged a R15...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/10

Free State Premier Mxolisi Dukwana has pledged a R15 billion investment that will help rebuild Jagersfontein and create employment in the Xhariep district. The area was destroyed after a mine tailings dam wall collapsed, leaving many people homeless and killing two people. Premier Dukwana visited the area with Deputy President Paul Mashatile to meet community members to discuss issues around rebuilding and addressing socio-economic challenges. We’re now joined by Free State Premier, Mxolisi

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4:00

A survey by the Inclusive Society Institute shows...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/10

A survey by the Inclusive Society Institute shows there is a decrease in the number of people contemplating emigration in 2022 compared to the previous year. It shows that 9.25% percent of those with higher education expressed a serious intention to emigrate within the next two years, this is down from 11.13%. The survey also shows race is not a material driving force behind the motivation to emigrate as both black and white respondents showed similar trends. Economic and personal wellbeing was the

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6:01

Bheki Mlangeni Hospital made history last month...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/10

Today, we celebrate the Bheki Mlangeni Hospital for meeting the growing needs of an ever-changing healthcare system. The hospital made history last month when it performed its first heart surgery. The surgery was performed on Tumisang Motsikwa, who was stabbed while trying to save a fellow pupil from being mugged. GUEST: Dr Ismail Ibrahim, Surgeon @Bheki Mlangeni Hospital (he performed the surgery)

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8:02

Biden's administration has proposed legislation...

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/10

US President Joe Biden’s administration has proposed legislation that will require airlines to compensate passengers for what they call “controllable airline cancellation or significant delay”. This refers to delays that are the airline’s fault and not weather related. Like mechanical issues, computer issues, or crew scheduling and shortages. This will entitle passengers to cash, meals and hotel vouchers. It is to ensure that compensation is not just left to the discretion of company policies, but

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10:02

Who is in charge of Ingonyama Trust?

The National Pulse ·

2023/05/10

Who is in charge of Ingonyama Trust? Following weeks of confusion in relation to Ingonyama Trust Board affairs. Today we are joined by Professor Musa Xulu to unpack this thorny issue for us. Just recently, we were told that AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has appointed Inkosi Thanduyise Mzimela as the new Ingonyama Trust Board chairperson, however a couple of weeks ago, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi communicated that Jerome Ngwenya was still the board chairperson. So what’s really going on

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