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10:17

The trade union says Makro has compelled workers to...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/20

The South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union has condemned what I calls tactics that are in bad faith by Makro. Makro employees have been taking to the streets for the past few weeks in protest against an alleged dismissal of 600 workers, looming retrenchments as well as salary increases. The trade union says Makro has compelled workers to accept a 4.5% unilateral increase outside the bargaining process. It is demanding a 12% salary increase and a minimum wage of R8000 among other

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11:57

what are the advantages or limitations of having too...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/20

Is it in the interest of South Africa and democracy to have too many political parties, and what are the advantages or limitations of having too many parties? We pose this question simply because more political parties are being launched ahead of next year’s general elections. Just yesterday, two parties were launched, namely; Rise Mzansi and Arise South Africa. GUEST: Professor Andre Duvenhage, political analyst based at the North-West University

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6:47

Should G4S contract, following Thabo Bester’s prison...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/20

As government is yet to decide on whether to terminate the G4S contract, following Thabo Bester’s prison escape. We hear from POPCRU on why they want government to do away with private prisons in South Africa. GUEST: Richard Mamabolo, Spokesperson of the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union

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7:27

Ramaphosa is hosting Namibian President Hage Geingob...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/20

President Cyril Ramaphosa is hosting Namibian President Hage Geingob on a state visit today at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries. Samkele Maseko was at the Union Buildings earlier on today and he joins us now to tell us more about what the two presidents discussed…. GUEST: Samkele Maseko, Senior SABC Political reporter

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8:10

A new ceasefire is in place in Sudan for 24 hours...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/19

A new ceasefire is in place in Sudan for 24 hours after yesterday’s ceasefire was broken by rival forces. About 270 people have been killed so far and hundred have been injured. A ceasefire was negotiated and was meant to have been effective for 24 hours since 6pm yesterday. It is not clear yet who broke the truce first as forces loyal to generals in leadership continue their battle for key locations in the capita. They are also accusing each other of violating the ceasefire. What is the latest from

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7:23

The issue of covid-19 had repercussions in the global...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/19

Budget Speech for Economic Development & Tourism in KZN: Siboniso Duma – MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs

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9:44

What can people expect from rise Mzansi Political party?

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/19

There is a new political kid on the block. rise Mzansi has been launched and it calls for people to extend their political power beyond just the vote and meaningfully participate in their democracy. Rise Mzansi Leader, Songezo Zibi says it is not just because there is load-shedding or extreme levels of poverty and violence that South Africans feel despondent, but the fact that there is no political will to solve the issues. What can people expect from this party? We’re now joined by Songezo Zibi,

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6:45

health professionals from all over the world are...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/19

Health professionals from South Africa and across the globe are currently meeting in Somerset West for the 2023 Nutrition Congress, to deliberate on nutrition-related challenges that impact heavily on the health and quality of life of so many. For further elucidation on this, we are now joined by Professor Anna Lartey, who is from the University of Ghana and she will tell us more about how the transformation of food systems can help deliver a healthy diet for all. GUEST: Professor Anna Lartey:

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3:11

Civil rights group Not In My Name has reiterated its...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/19

Civil rights group Not In My Name has reiterated its call for Sipho Nkosi to be sentenced to life in jail. Nkosi has been found guilty of attempted murder after he allegedly slit the throat of an eight-year old girl. GUEST: Themba Masango, Secretary General of Not In My Name

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9:38

Donnell Sedibe's assault case has been struck off the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

The case of assault against Donnell Sedibe has been struck off the roll following a number of attempts by the investigating officer to get information from the victim. Sedibe is the son of actress and executive producer, Sonia Mbele. He was charged for physically and sexually abusing his ex-girlfriend, Reokeditswe Makete. We’re now joined by Donell Sedibe’s legal representative, Tiyani Vukeya. guest: Lebo Ramafoko Gender Activist and Executive director at Oxfam

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5:51

Fighting in Sudan has stopped following a 24 hour...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

Fighting in Sudan has stopped following a 24 hour ceasefire agreement between rival forces. The country has been in conflict for the past five days in a battle that has claimed over 180 lives. Many injured people are still struggling to get the help they need as hospitals remain out of service. Sudan’s capital Khartoum no longer has drinking water. What does the situation look like now? Guest: Sophie Mokoana

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9:44

Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture will honour and...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

This week, the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture will honour and celebrate all South African Grammy Award winners, including the late “Mama Africa” Miriam Makeba who won her first Grammy Award in 1966. The ministry will also use the event to highlight government’s policy proposals that are aimed at honouring the creative sector. GUEST: Dr Stella Khumalo, Acting DG of Sport, Arts & Culture

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7:24

What exactly is happening in the City of Tshwane?...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

What exactly is happening in the City of Tshwane? Residents have been dealing with both power and water cuts. The city says more water is being used that it is being pumped into reservoirs following disruptions over the past few days. Different parts of the Gauteng province have been dealing with critically low levels of water after a power failure at Rand Water’s Mapleton Booster Station. When can residents expect a stable supply of water in the city? We’re now joined by Themba Fosi, MMC for

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6:49

The SABC finally has board. After six months of...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

The SABC finally has board. After six months of waiting, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the appointment of 12 people recommended by parliament. Former NYDA CEO Khathutshelo Ramukumba will serve as the chairperson of the board while Nomvuyiso Batyi will be the deputy chairperson. Other appointments include former SABC Head of News, Phathiswa Magopeni. The board will serve for a period of five years. We’re now joined by SOS Coalition National Coordinator, Uyanda Siyotula.

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6:27

Today Zimbabwe commemorates 43 years of independence...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

Today Zimbabwe commemorates 43 years of independence from colonial rule. However, Zimbabwe is always a hotly debated issue due to a number of challenges facing the country and most of those challenges are largely informed by the country’s poor governance practices and economic instability. So – 43 years on - how did things turn so bad for Zimbabwe? GUEST: Professor David Moore, Research Associate at UJ & Author of Mugabe’s Legacy: Coups, Conspiracies & the Conceits of Power in

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12:38

Former DA member Mbali Ntuli has just launched a...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

Former DA member Mbali Ntuli has just launched a non-profit organisation called Ground Work Collective (GWC). Speaking during the launch of the organisation earlier on today, Ntuli said GWC would show citizens how they can empower themselves in their own lives and they will also empower South Africans to effect change themselves and force political parties to be scared of them and their collective power. She joins us now to outline the objectives of her newly formed organisation. GUEST: Mbali

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6:00

The department of education in KwaZulu-Natal has...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/18

The department of education in KwaZulu-Natal has assured learners in the province that most schools will soon have food as they are working hard to fix the problem that interrupted the province’s school nutrition programme. This comes after thousands of KZN pupils went hungry after the collapse of the National Schools Nutrition Programme (NSNP) at the start of the second term. To react to this is…. GUEST: Vee Gani, Chairperson of KZN Parents Association

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4:56

What is Prime Energy Drink, why is it so expensive?

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/17

What is Prime Energy Drink, why is it so expensive and why do your children want it? The drink has been promoted in the UK, US and Australia, and now it seems like it has hit our shores in South Africa and can go for anything between R200 and R500 per bottle. It is offered both as a hydration and an energy drink. The frenzy around it by teenagers has led to many schools in different countries banning its sale on school grounds. We’re now joined by Nqobile Ndlovu, Director and founder of sports

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6:53

Tomorrow, the Mangosuthu University of Technology...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/17

Tomorrow, the Mangosuthu University of Technology will honour Icebolethu Group founder, Nomfundo Mcoyi, by dedicating the Faculty of Management Sciences graduation to her in recognition of her contribution to the fields of entrepreneurship and business management. Mcoyi started Icebolethu Funerals about 13 years ago and grew it into Icebolethu Group, which boasts over 130 branches in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and the United Kingdom. GUEST: Nomfundo Mcoyi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of

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5:09

The NPA has dropped the murder charge against Dr...

The National Pulse ·

2023/04/17

The National Prosecuting Authority has dropped the murder charge against Dr Nandipha Magudumana’s father, Zolile Sekeleni. However, he still faces charges of defeating the ends of justice, aiding and abetting a prisoner to escape and fraud. Sekeleni was also granted bail earlier today and has to report to the police station in Port Edward once a week, while his daughter remains in custody. Why was the murder charged dropped? We’re now joined by Free State NPA Spokesperson, Phaladi Shuping.

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