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plans to encourage road safety during the festive...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/25

SANRAL’s Northern Region Manager, Progress Hlahla joins us to discuss the plans from the agency, to encourage road safety during the festive period. Tomorrow, SANRAL will host a motorcycle safety awareness event that is aimed at promoting road safety during the festive season. GUEST: Progress Hlahla, SANRAL’s Northern Region Manager

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7:16

Will the new electoral bill be a law by the time we...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/24

Will this new electoral bill be a law by the time we go to elections in 2024. The bill is before the National Council of Provinces’ Select Committee on Security and Justice.However, parliament may have to apply to the Constitutional Court for an extension because the Select Committee on Security and Justice may add amendments that will require public participation. The bill has to be finalised by the 10th of December. We are now joined by political analyst, Professor Dirk Kotze.

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5:21

Ramaphosa said South Africa looks forward to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/24

About three hours ago, President Cyril Ramaphosa briefed the media on the outcomes of his two-day state visit to the UK. When addressing a banquet hosted by the Lord Mayor of the City of London yesterday, Ramaphosa said South Africa looks forward to welcoming many British companies to explore investment opportunities as our country seeks a new partnership on investment, climate change and green industry as well as trade in goods and services. GUEST (UK): Mzwai Mbeje, SABC News Political

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6:14

the Department of Correctional Services’ decision to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/24

We speak to Singabakho Nxumalo. Following the Department of Correctional Services’ decision to appeal a court judgment that found former president Jacob Zuma's release from prison unlawful. After studying the judgement, the department says it is convinced that another court may arrive at a different conclusion. GUEST: Singabakho Nxumalo, Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services

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12:13

ANC Councillor in the City of Ekurhuleni, Mzwandile...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/24

ANC Councillor in the City of Ekurhuleni, Mzwandile Masina, has resigned from his position effective next Wednesday. Masina’s resignation comes after a disciplinary hearing for not following the ANC’s instruction to with draw a motion of no confidence against mayor Tania Campbell. The motion was unsuccessful and Campbell was reinstated as mayor in Ekurhuleni. The ANC in Gauteng has accepted Masina’s resignation and wished him well. Where to from here? We are now joined by Mzwandile Masina, former

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32:02

OB: National Lotteries Commission is welcoming its...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/23

We are still coming to you live from Durban at the Coastland Musgrave Hotel where the National Lotteries Commission is welcoming its newly elected board chairperson, Professor Barney Pityana. It's also engaging its stakeholders in the province on its functions. To discuss how to move the National Lotteries Commission forward, instilling a culture of transparency and excellence and the importance mutually beneficial relationships with other arms of government, Guest: newly elected board

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7:03

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2022/11/23

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5:29

More than 10 000 people reported rape cases in South...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/23

More than 10 000 people reported rape cases in South Africa between July and September 2022. That's an increase of 10.8% compared to the same period last year. Most of them came from KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape. Majority of the cases happened either at the home of the victim or the home of the rapist. Attempted sexual assault cases increased by 34% compared to the same period last year. Rape and sexual assault are some of the least reported cases in South Africa. Does this country even stand

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9:52

Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke is calling on...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/23

Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke is calling on government to instill a culture of accountability in the public sector in order to improve service delivery. This comes after she reported a gradual upward trend in the national and provincial government audit outcomes. Maluleke released the 2021/2022 general report and material irregularity report for national and provincial departments and their entities today. She says while there is an upward trend in the outcomes, service delivery, good performance

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8:59

(NCOP) has passed an anti-money laundering bill that...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/23

The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) has passed an anti-money laundering bill that is aimed at addressing deficiencies identified in an assessment by the Paris-based Financial Action Task Force. However, those opposed to the bill are arguing that it has been rushed so that South Africa could avoid being grey listed. For more on this, let’s now speak to…… GUEST: Joe Maswanganyi, Chairperson of Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance

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5:23

United States Department of Justice recently...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/23

The United States Department of Justice recently transferred $20.6 million to the Nigerian government in accordance with an August 23 agreement between the governments to repatriate assets stolen by late General Sani Abacha. Abacha was a Nigerian military officer who was head of state from 1993 until he died in 1998 after he came into power via a coup. Joining us to explain what this means for Nigerians is……. GUEST (NIGERIA): Samson Omale, a Multi-Media Broadcast journalist based in

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7:47

A patient was killed inside an ambulance during a mob...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

A patient was killed inside an ambulance during a mob justice incident last night at Atteridgeville in Tshwane. Emergency services workers also came under fire during the incident. Gauteng Health MEC, Nomantu Nkomo Ralehloko is calling on communities not to take the law into their hands. For more on that, we are now joined by Reuben Ruiters, Operations Director at the Gauteng Emergency Services.

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9:43

Reports over the weekend tested water at several...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

As holiday season is upon us, we look at the state of eThekwini beaches. This following reports over the weekend that The Sunday Times tested water at several popular beaches and noted alarmingly high levels of E. coli, which experts warn could make beachgoers sick. GUEST: Mxolisi Kaunda, Mayor of eThekwini

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4:47

Commuters have been left stranded for the second day...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

Commuters have been left stranded for the second day in Cape Town as the strike against certain bylaws by taxi operators continues. The City of Cape Town suspended the N2 Express service to Khayelitsha yesterday following violence against motorists and the torching of some busses. What exactly are the grievances of the taxi operators and is government responding? Guest: Gershon Geyer, First Deputy Chairperson of Santaco.

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6:34

Three matriculants from Selborne College in the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

The issue of violence in schools is back in the headlines again. Three matriculants from Selborne College in the Eastern Cape face assault charges after attacking a group of 11 grad 8 pupils. The three matriculants allegedly armed themselves with cricket bats, assaulted the group of 14-year-olds in the early hours of Sunday, after an altercation at a farewell celebration for the matriculants. Three of the pupils were hospitalised due to injuries. The three accused will appear in court when they

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13:13

President Cyril Ramaphosa has got the overwhelming...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

Earlier on today, the electoral committee of the ANC led by former President Kgalema Motlanthe announced the outcomes of the branch nominations for the top six positions. President Cyril Ramaphosa has got the overwhelming majority of nominations from the ANC branches across the country. However, David Mabuza, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma and Lindiwe Sisulu did not receive enough nominations to be on the ballot paper. GUEST: Samkele Maseko, SABC News senior reporter GUEST: Dr Levy Ndou, Political

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2:38

Ugandan authorities have informed prison staff that...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/22

Ugandan authorities have informed prison staff that they are not allowed to use their mobile phones during the World Cup in Qatar while busy working. This as they believe that the start of the FIFA World Cup and its excitement may lead to prisoner escape. GUEST: Dismas Nkunda, Chief Executive Officer of the Atrocities Watch Africa, which is based in Uganda

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9:14

Chris Hani’s killer Janusz Walus will be released on...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/21

As we heard earlier, Chris Hani’s killer Janusz Walus will be released on parole within 10 days. This followed previous denials of his parole applications. He has been in prison since his conviction in October 1993. guest: Mbhazima Shilowa, former trade unionist and businessman.

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8:27

COP27 has concluded in Egypt with final decisions...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/21

COP27 has concluded in Egypt with final decisions that have activists celebrating and despondent in equal measures. Joining us to unpack all the hits and misses in terms of what went down at COP27 is ……… GUEST: Leanne Govindsamy, Head of Corporate Accountability and Transparency at Centre for Environmental Rights

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6:21

Ramaphosa is currently visiting the United Kingdom of...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/21

President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently visiting the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to honour the invitation of His Majesty King Charles III. During the visit, Ramaphosa will also hold official talks with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to review a range of issues of a bilateral, continental and global nature. GUEST (UK): Mzwai Mbeje, SABC News Political Editor

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