x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The National Pulse

Latest News, Trends, and light features for an afternoon commute- Business, Traffic, Weather and Sport

government

All Episodes

10:28

decision to implement the Section 89 Independent...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/13

The National Assembly is currently debating and will be voting on the decision to implement the Section 89 Independent Panel of Experts report involving President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Phala Phala saga. The African Transformation Movement (ATM) had voiced its concerns regarding voting through an open ballot versus a secret ballot as this will compromise the legitimacy of the votes, which the parliament speaker has since declined. Guest: Political analyst, Dr. Ongama Mtimka.

en-US

8:13

The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union is calling for...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union is calling for Eskom CEO, Andre De Ruyter to be fired. The trade union says Eskom’s inability to provide electricity to some healthcare facilities at all times affects life-saving equipment like ventilators, leading to loss of lives. Many healthcare faiclities are still not exempt from load-shedding, and this includes clinics that many communities depend on for healthcare. The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union says De Ruyter should not continue to have a job while

en-US

6:50

The City of Johannesburg has submitted an urgent...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

The City of Johannesburg has submitted an urgent request to Eskom to be exempt from load shedding for three days. This as the City attempts to address challenges of escalating faults and outages in Gauteng following torrential rain.

en-US

7:18

The National Association of Schools Governing Body is...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

The National Association of Schools Governing Body is calling for a thorough investigation into allegations that more than 1000 pupils from six provinces cheated in this year’s matric exams. It is alleged pupils paid teachers up to R1500 to join a whatsapp group where answers were shared while exams were in session. In addition to that, it is also alleged some invigilators were providing answers to pupils during toilet breaks. The National Association of School Governing Bodies says a clear message

en-US

9:13

The Institute of Race Relations has urged Acting...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

The Institute of Race Relations has urged Acting Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka to release the answers that President Cyril Ramaphosa gave to the famous “31 Phala Phala questions” that Public Protector Bhusisiwe Mkhwebane put to the President before she got suspended. This as the National Assembly is scheduled to vote tomorrow on whether to commence proceedings that would require President Ramaphosa to answer to Parliament on the Phala Phala case. GUEST: Gabriel Crouse, Head of Campaigns at the

en-US

9:44

recent heavy rains in Gauteng that have caused so...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

Earlier on today, Minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi together with the Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements and Infrastructure Development Lebogang Maile and City of Johannesburg MMC for Human Settlements Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso visited flood-affected areas in Soweto. Following recent heavy rains in Gauteng that have caused so much damage to road infrastructure and houses so much that some residents were forced to evacuate their homes. GUEST: Mlungisi Mabaso, MMC for Human Settlements, City

en-US

9:20

Carl Niehaus has been expelled from the ANC

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

Carl Niehaus has been expelled from the ANC. The ANC’s national disciplinary committee ruled today that the suspended uMkhonto we Sizwe Military Veteran’s Association spokesperson made comments in 2021 that brought the party into disrepute. It found him guilty of six counts of misconduct for contravening Rule 25 of the ANC Constitution. The expulsion comes just four days before the ANC’s national elective conference. Carl Niehaus

en-US

7:06

What is it about Morocco’s historic win that makes it...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/12

What is it about Morocco’s historic win that makes it hard for other African countries to celebrate with them? On Saturday, Morocco became the first African and Arab country to reach the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup when they beat Portugal 1-0 but there are those who feel that their win should not be celebrated until Morocco ends its occupation of Western Sahara. Do you agree with them or are you one of those people that say let us leave politics out of this? Share your thoughts with

en-US

8:07

Many artists, musicians, creators and athletes have...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

Many artists, musicians, creators and athletes have adopted Converse as their brand of choice. The brand is continuously spearheading the creative spirit in individuals through its #CreateNextMovement. Through this movement, Converse All Stars are challenged to innovate and enhance their creative narrative through music alongside musical ensemble from Cape Town, The Kiffness. The music ensemble has chosen creatives to mentor and accompany them on their international tour to Germany. To tell us more

en-US

13:37

What will it take for the ANC to deal with internal...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

With few days to go before the ANC’s Elective Conference, we ask - What will it take for the ANC to deal with internal dissent and how should the party use the upcoming conference to unite its members? Many argue that divisions and tensions began to appear within the ANC leading up to the party’s 2007 national conference and since then tensions between the factions have increased and the party has failed to unite its members. GUEST: General Mojo Motau, ANC Veteran GUEST: Professor Susan Booysen,

en-US

6:16

Does former ANC Women’s League President, Bathabile...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

Does former ANC Women’s League President, Bathabile Dlamini have a case against the ANC? Dlamini was banned from running for a role on the party’s National Executive Committee. ANC Electoral Committee Head, Kgalema Motlanthe sent a letter to Dlamini informing her she had been eliminated after a vetting process because she had been found guilty of a crime in a court of law. Dlamini was found guilty of perjury for lying under oath during a 2017 inquiry into the social grants debacle at the SA Social

en-US

6:51

Today marks International Anti-Corruption Day.

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

It is International Anti-Corruption Day. The day seeks to highlight the link between anti-corruption and peace, security, and development. This year it comes at a period where South Africa is dealing with a variety of high profile corruption and fraud related cases. President Cyril Ramaphosa was expected to give a keynote address at the official event today, however, he canceled. To discuss the state of corruption in South Africa and what it will take to effectively fight it, we are now joined by

en-US

13:28

40 years ago today, South African Defence Force...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

40 years ago today, South African Defence Force commandos attacked Maseru, in Lesotho and their intention was to kill ANC members who were suspected of planning sabotage in South Africa. As we recall events of that night 40 years ago today. Take a listen to Manyano Ondala, son of ANC veteran Mlamli William Ondala and Nomathamsanqa Ondala, giving his account on what transpired on that night of the raid Let’s now speak to Nomzamo Nkatshu, who was 10 months old when she survived the Maseru Massacre in

en-US

4:01

ANC’s National Executive Committee is meeting in...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

Today, the ANC’s National Executive Committee is meeting in Nasrec to finalise its preparations for next week’s national elective conference. But what can we expect from this important meeting, given numerous challenges that the organisation must deal with before the conference kicks off? Let’s find out from…… GUEST: Samkele Maseko, SABC News senior political reporter

en-US

1:49

Yesterday, the department of transport launched the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/09

Let’s now focus on this year’s Festive Season Road Safety Campaign. Yesterday, the department of transport launched the 2022 Road Safety Arrive Alive Campaign under the theme “It Starts with You”. According to transport minister Fikile Mbalula, more than 90% of road traffic crashes can be directly attributed to the human element, which invariably relate to violation of traffic rules. Mbalula says road users must change their behaviour and attitude so that we can reduce carnage on our roads by 25% by

en-US

5:28

Afrosoul singer, Brenda Mntambo is back on stage, as...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/08

Afrosoul singer, Brenda Mntambo is back on stage, as she celebrates 10 years of her music career. The MMA and SAMA nominee started singing at a young age and joined South Africa’s biggest gospel choir, Joyous Celebration and went on to work with artists like Lira, Judith Sephuma and Brian Thusi before releasing her first album called ‘Inspired’ in 2013. She released her second album, ‘So Much More’ in 2016. She’s back on stage today and tomorrow at the Joburg Theatre, to give ‘A Decade Experience’

en-US

21:45

ANC KZN province will send the biggest delegation to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/08

Today we dissect the politics of the African National Congress in KwaZulu-Natal. The province will send the biggest delegation to the ANC Elective Conference, which is due to commence next week Friday. However, it is no secret that ANC branches in KwaZulu-Natal are split between those supporting Cogta Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, former health minister Zweli Mkhize and those in favour of President Cyril Ramaphosa retaining the leadership of the party. This despite the provincial executive

en-US

9:07

More measles cases continue to spread across the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/08

As more measles cases continue to spread across the country. We are told that Health Minister Dr Joe Phaala will soon update the nation on the current situation and he will also outline government’s plan of action in terms of how they hope to repress the spread of this highly contagious disease. GUEST: Ramphelane Morewane, Acting DDG for Health Programmes at the Department of Health

en-US

6:55

The B97 taxi route between Belville and Paarl in Cape...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/08

The B97 taxi route between Belville and Paarl in Cape Town has been reopened after 18 months of negotiations among taxi associations. The route was shut down following a violent dipute that claimed 83 lives. Its closure affected many communities including Gugulethu, Dunoon, Atlantis as well as Worcester and Ceres. An agreement has been signed between CATA Boland Taxi Association and the Paarl Alliance Taxi Association. Both taxi associations now have rights to use the route. Guest: Nkululeko

en-US

2:27

(SABC) has launched its new brand campaign, with the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/12/08

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has launched its new brand campaign, with the caption 'SABC everywhere for everyone, always'. This brand campaign is devised to further resonate with new and existing audiences and showcase the increased brand value offered by the public broadcaster. GUEST: Gugu Ntuli, SABC's Group Executive for Corporate Affairs and Marketing

en-US

10,753 results

Similar Podcasts

The Fly

Georgetown"s Institute of Politics and...

THE CONSTITUTION STUDY

Paul Engel

The DSR Daily

The DSR Network

The Lawfare Podcast

The Lawfare Institute

Fora do Baralho

Rádio Observador