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12:17

The quality assurance body stated its concerns...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/16

Quality Education Council Umalusi has given the Department of Basic Education permission to release the 2022 matric exam results, the announcement was made at a media briefing in Pretoria on Monday. The quality assurance body stated its concerns regarding various irregularities that occurred during the 2022 final examinations, ranging from cheating, to learners writing exams in unaccredited facilities, we find out more with… GUEST: Dr Mafu Rakometsi – Umalusi CEO

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6:45

Following the execution of two more protesters, the...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/16

The United Nations Human Rights division has called on Iran to halt all executions, following the execution of two more people who were arrested in the ongoing protests against regime change in the country, bringing the number of executions to four. The UNHR cites unfair trials based on forced confessions as gross human rights violations, we find out more on the latest developments with… GUEST: Ibrahim Deen – Independent Researcher

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4:52

The SIU says five non-profit organisations received...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/13

The SIU says five non-profit organisations received funding of approximately R56 million for community development projects. Amoung those organisations- South African Art and Development Association which is linked to Kwaito legend Arthur Mafokate, the organisation applied for grant funding to assist unemployed youth in the poor and rural areas. In the next segment we speak to SIU spokesperson Kaizer Kganyago. Guest: Kaizer Kganyago, SIU spokesperson

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8:07

Nomvula Mokonyane Pays tribute to Dr Frene Ginwala

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2023/01/13

We continue with our tributes to the late former speaker of Parliament, Frene Ginwala. We’re now joined by the ANC’s First Deputy Secretary-General, Nomvula Mokonyane.

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14:39

Tributes pour in for first speaker of a democratic...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/13

South Africa’s first speaker of a democratic parliament Frene Ginwala has died at the age of 90. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s office announced on Friday that Ginwala, who was a recipient of the Order of Luthuli, died at home on Thursday after suffering a stroke two weeks ago. In this next segment we reflect on the life and legacy of the late Frene Ginwala. Guests: Mark Maharaj, ANC veteran. Sello Hatang, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Brigalia Bam, Former chairperson of the Electoral

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8:02

Last year health workers in Zimbabwe staged a...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/13

Last year health workers in Zimbabwe staged a week-long strike over poor pay and deteriorating working conditions, a move that halted services in the sector. Since then, the bill to stop any industrial action has been fast-tracked in parliament and subsequently passed into law. In the next half hour we speak to Dr. Charles Sinkala, International Relations Consultant. Guest: Dr. Charles Sinkala, International Relations Consultant.

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8:32

Cosatu is cautioning against the recycling of under...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/12

Cosatu is cautioning against the recycling of under performing ministers as President Cyril Ramaphosa deliberates on the looming cabinet reshuffle. The federation says it will not interfere in the process of appointments, however it does not expect him to appoint people who are facing corruption allegations and people who have previously underperformed in their portfolios. We’re now joined by Cosatu spokesperson, Sizwe Pamla.

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8:21

the death toll from the tragic Boksburg gas tanker...

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2023/01/12

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi today gave an update on the latest developments with the Gauteng government's response to the deadly gas tanker explosion that occurred in Boksburg on Christmas Eve. Lesufi announced that the death toll from the tragic Boksburg gas tanker blast has risen to 40. Lesufi says that among the deceased were 12 healthcare workers. In the next segment we speak to the premier about the report back he gave earlier. Guest: Panyaza Lesufi, Gauteng Premier

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9:46

President Cyril Ramaphosa is seeking an urgent...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/12

President Cyril Ramaphosa is seeking an urgent interdict to stop the private prosecution led by former president, Jacob Zuma. Ramaphosa approached the court after Zuma instituted proceedings against him, citing that Ramaphosa was an 'accessory after the fact' in his case against prosecutor Billy Downer. We speak to SABC reporter, Zoleka Qodashe about what happened in court today. Guest: Zoleka Qodashe, SABC reporter

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5:48

US domestic flights have now resumed after an IT...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/12

US domestic flights have now resumed after an IT failure in a critical aviation safety system. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that the system that alerts pilots and airlines about any hazards was not functioning. The breakdown led to more than 7,800 flights being delayed and 1,200 being canceled. In the next segment we look at the implications of such a massive disruption and how the US is stabilizing again following the incident. Guest: Guy Leitch, Aviation expert

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6:27

Has the process of holding Steinhoff and its leaders...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/11

Has the process of holding Steinhoff and its leaders accountable been adequate in comparison to the company’s crimes? The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has barred former CEO, Markus Jooste for 20 years from Directorship as well as R15 million worth of fines for submitting false financial statements and violating listing rules. The company’s share price plunged by over 90% and lost over R200 billion after it came out that it had inflated the value of its profits and tricked investors. Jooste resigned

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9:41

Nersa decision on Eskom tariff

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2023/01/11

guest: Dawie Roodt

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9:17

There have been several fires that have displaced...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/11

There have been several fires that have displaced informal settlement dwellers across Cape Town from 30 December 2022 to 10 January 2023. The City of Cape Town says that the national Department of Human Settlements has cut its grant funding to provide emergency building starter kits to help over 1500 fire victims. The government has called on communities not to cluster shacks as it poses a fire hazard and discouraged victims from the illegal occupation of land while it works towards long-term

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4:19

Laerskool Danie Malan in Pretoria North was a...

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2023/01/11

Laerskool Danie Malan in Pretoria North was a battlefield this morning as black parents accused the school of refusing to admit black children for grade one. The school’s governing body is refuting the claims and says this is an issue of placement with the provincial department. The EFF is calling on the school to find a permanent solution to the issue. SABC News Reporter, Sashin Naidoo

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6:38

German car manufacturer, BMW has issued an apology...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/11

German car manufacturer, BMW has issued an apology for an advert that caused uproar last week. In the advert, they use a photograph of a black woman standing next to their latest BMW 5 series vehicles with the popular phrase “We are our ancestor’s wildest dreams’, however, the word ancestors is cancelled to change the word tag line “we are our wildest dreams”. Many people found the advert to be racist and offensive. The company says it wanted to showcase South Africa’s diversity through the advert

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6:19

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2023/01/11

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11:57

Are Ministers' performance reviews window-dressing?

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/11

As the country waits to hear about the cabinet reshuffle, questions loom large surrounding the performance agreements that the ministers signed. For some ministers, these agreements are up for review this year. The real question is whether these reviews actually hold the ministries accountable given the extent to which service delivery is not taking place. Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa asked the media to be patient as he was still applying his mind on how he will be reshuffling his Cabinet

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5:05

Minister Qin Gang is hitting the ground running as he...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/11

The new Chinese Foreign Minister is set to embark on the seven-day tour of Africa. Minister Qin Gang is hitting the ground running as he is set to visit Ethiopia, Gabon, Angola, Benin and Egypt. The purpose of the visit is to deepen ties between the continent and China. The visit is already underway and sets to wrap up on 16th January 2023. We are joined by... Guest: Dr Emanuel Matambo, Research Director at the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg

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6:20

20 families affected by the Boksburg tanker explosion...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/10

A t least 20 families affected by the Boksburg tanker explosion are pursuing legal action against a number of stakeholders who could be liable for the explosion that claimed 37 lives. The legal action is being taken against the company that owns the tanker, Infinite Fleet Transport as well as the outsourcing company that employed the driver. However, other parties including Prasa, the City of Ekurhuleni, the fire department as well as the South African Police Service could be held liable. The law

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10:06

Many of the women died in the hands of their intimate...

The National Pulse ·

2023/01/10

The Social Development department is raising concern over an increase in gender based violence cases in the province. It says many of them were reported during the festive season. Many of the women died in the hands of their intimate partners, including Zibuyile Ngubeni from Bergville who was bludgeoned to death by her husband. The department is calling on communities to work together in protecting women. How will the department be addressing gender based violence in the province? Guest: Mhlabunzima

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