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14:44

Will 2026 be the year you move from success to...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/08

Dr John Foster-Pedley shares his thoughts on “How to live a life that rhythmically moves from success to significance”. He is of the view that we all have it within ourselves to be significant. GUEST: Dr John Foster-Pedley, an Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Reading UK, and Dean and Director of Henley Business School Africa

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6:32

Analysis on Andy Mothibi’s appointment as the new NDPP

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to appoint Advocate Andy Mothibi as the country’s new national director of public prosecutions. We hear from Dr Llewellyn Curlewis on whether or not this was a wise decision as Mothibi’s appointment has been met with mixed reactions. GUEST: Dr Llewellyn Curlewis, Legal expert from the University of Pretoria

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10:17

Trump’s ousting of Maduro amounts to unlawful regime...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

As world leaders continue to react to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States of America. Here at home, RISE Mzansi leader, Songezo Zibi has criticised Trump’s military campaign, arguing that it amounted to unlawful regime change. GUEST: Songezo Zibi, Leader of Rise Mzansi

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14:02

COGTA Minister to tighten oversight as 48 initiates...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

COGTA Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa joins us to discuss the deaths of initiates during traditional initiation seasons in South Africa. The deaths are generally not attributed to the cultural practice itself, but rather to negligence and illegal operations. Hlabisa recently convened a high-level engagement to receive updates on initiates’ deaths recorded during the 2025 summer initiation season. He joins us now to elaborate more on this….. GUEST: Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of

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4:11

Fire contained in some areas in the Mossel Bay...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

The Mossel Bay Municipality in the Western Cape says the fire that has been raging has been contained in some areas, including the northern flank in Aalwyndal, the eastern flank in Island View and the southern flank on the N2. Let’s get more details on this with… GUEST: Sagree Chetty, SABC News Reporter in the Western Cape

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8:19

Security Personnel Deployed At Airports And Other...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

A number of security personnel deployed at airports and other sensitive public sites hit social media platforms to complain about unpaid salaries after an internal Mafoko Security Patrols memorandum confirmed a missed salary payment in December 2025. Mafoko Security has also faced ongoing allegations and litigation linked to unpaid provident fund contributions deducted from workers’ wages. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Zwelinzima Vavi, SAFTU General

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5:51

ANC’s Annual January 8 Presidential Golf Day

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

ANC launched a fundraising campaign this morning ahead of the party’s birthday rally on Saturday. Party President, Cyril Ramaphosa and Treasurer-General, Gwen Ramokgopa, kicked off the annual January 8 Presidential Golf Day at Gary Player Golf Course in Sun City. Let’s get a sense of what the ANC President had to say this morning. Joining me on the line now is… GUEST: Thabang Morutloa, SABC News Reporter in the North West

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7:56

UK bans junk food advertising

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

In an effort to combat child obesity. The ministry of health in the United Kingdom has announced that adverts for less healthy food and drinks will be banned from appearing on television between 5:30am and 21:00pm. The banned products are high in fat, sugar and salt. The new rules came into force on the first of this month. What lessons can South Africa learn from this announcement? GUEST: Dr Susan Goldstein: from the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC): Wits Centre for Health

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12:34

Advocate Andy Mothibi appointed NDPP: OUTA Reacts

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/07

The Civil Society Working Group on State Capture, which The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) is part of, wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa last year, asking him to ensure the implementation of the Zondo Commission's recommendation on improving the process of appointing a National Director of Public Prosecutions. Let’s get reaction on the appointment of Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions from OUTA…

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14:28

Venezuela: What comes next?

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

We unpack the UN Security Council’s debate, with the current focus being an emergency session on theU.S intervention in Venezuela after US forces captured President Nicolas Maduro, creating sharp divisions among members over sovereignty and international law. Interestingly, Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and other charges before a judge in a federal courthouse yesterday. But what about their right to a fair trial? For more on this, we are

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13:11

Political Analysis: DA condemns DIRCO on Venezuela issue

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

The DA put out a statement today condemning the department of international relations and cooperation’s stance on the Venezuela issue and they are not the only GNU partner who did that. The Freedom Front Plus issued its own statement, warning that the ANC cannot speak on behalf of South Africa regarding the events in Venezuela or its foreign policy. So why is it that GNU partners don’t see eye to eye on this? For more analysis on this we are joined by….. GUEST: Dr. Dale

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9:37

Update on NSFAS funding for 2026

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/06

We hear from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) on the progress the scheme has made regarding funding applications for this year. To date, 609,653 applications have been approved, with 203,731 applications currently in progress, and 16,862 applications have been cancelled. According to the organisation, a significant portion of applications were from vulnerable groups. GUEST: Ishmael Mnisi, NSFAS Spokesperson

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5:15

Half naked teenagers rescued in the South of Joburg

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2026/01/06

A suspect has been arrested after 10 teenage boys were rescued in Mulbarton, south of Johannesburg. Police were alerted to a group of eight half-naked teenagers walking around. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Colonel Katlego Mogale, Hawks Spokesperson

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20:06

Venezuela invasion

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

In the next two hours, the United Nations Security Council’s members will debate the United States’ invasion of Venezuela. Many countries, including China, Russia, South Africa, and France, have condemned recent U.S. actions in Venezuela, arguing that the military intervention violates international law, specifically theUN Charter’s ban on using force against another nation's sovereignty, calling it an illegal act of aggression and a dangerous precedent, despite some

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10:38

EFF condemn US military actions in Venezuela

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

The Economic Freedom Fighters has condemned the United States’ military operation in Venezuela as well as the US’ capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Nqobile Mhlongo, EFF Member of Parliament that serves on the International Relations portfolio committee

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7:21

Beitbridge Port of Entry Update

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/05

The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has provided an update on high traveller movement volumes across various ports of entry during the peak return phase of the festive season. According to him, the organisation managed to intercept a group of illegal migrants attempting to cross into South Africa from Zimbabwe, resulting in 25 arrests at the Beitbridge Border Post. He joins us now to furnish us with more details….. GUEST: Dr Michael Masiapato,

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9:19

Understanding defamation: Analyst ordered to...

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

ANC Johannesburg Regional Chairperson, Loyiso Masuku, won an urgent defamation case against her. The judgment was handed down by the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Johannesburg on 31 December 2025 after Masuku sought an interdict against political analyst and podcast host Phapano Phasha for making defamatory remarks about her in public. Let’s dive deep into the legalities of defamation with… GUEST: Melusi Xulu, Legal Analyst and Attorney from Donda Attorneys

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3:45

Pennington Beach Rescue Operation

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

Last night, about five swimmers were swept out to sea at Pennington Main Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast after being caught in rough ocean conditions. Let’s get an update on the rescue operation with… GUEST: Samantha Nerick, IPSS Medical Rescue Spokesperson

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4:53

Annual Ditrupa Festival

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The annual Ditrupa Festival is happening in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, today. The annual festival brings the community of KwaMhlanga together through culture, music, and dance. Let’s get a sense of what was showcased today with… GUEST: Nonhlanhla Ntshingila, SABC News Reporter in Mpumalanga

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14:49

What we can expect in the political space in 2026

The National Pulse ·

2026/01/02

The 2026 Local Government Elections will happen later this year so we thought we should look at what we can possibly see happening this year in politics. There was a change in leadership for the ANC in Johannesburg, Hellen Zille being announced as the DA’s Mayoral candidate in the City of Joburg, we’ve seen the work done by Action SA’s Dr. Nasiphi Moya as Tshwane Mayor, same with EFF’s Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku as MMC for Public Safety in Joburg and of course, the introduction of

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