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5:26

US Mid-Term Elections currently underway

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/08

With the US Mid-Term Elections currently underway, we ask - What are the most important factors that will influence the outcome and what are some of the most important races to watch, but most importantly what about the Trump factor, seeing that the former president has been very visible during the Republicans campaigns? On the other hand though, Joe Biden's allies have expressed hope that voters will reject Republicans who have contributed to an extreme political environment. GUEST: Musa Mdunge,

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5:41

The Gauteng province has recorded 11 malaria deaths...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

The Gauteng province has recorded 11 malaria deaths and more than 1000 infections between January and September this year. Provincial MEC for health Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko says people should get tested to get treatment if they get symptoms after travelling, especially as we head towards the festive season. Most of the people who tested positive had travelled to Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Ethiopia. For more on that, we are now joined by Siphiwe Gumede, Assistant Director responsible for Health

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11:26

Leaders from all over the world are gathering in...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

Leaders from all over the world are gathering in Egypt this week for the annual global climate talks at the 27th Congress of Parties. Cop27 talks began yesterday and President Cyril Ramaphosa presented a new climate investment plan that could solve some of the energy issues in the country. The world leaders meet at a time where different countries are dealing with unusual weather patterns and deciding on what direction to take with regards to energy. What are some of the pressing issues these world

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3:58

INQUEST ON THE 1969 DEATH OF ACTIVIST RESUMES IN CAPE...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

The re-opened inquest into the death of activist, Imam Abdullah Haron, is currently underway in the Cape Town High Court. Haron, a respected religious and political activist was found dead in a police cell in Maitland in 1969, after 123 days in detention. He was 45 years old when he died. Joining us to speak about this all-important inquest is …….. GUEST: Khalid Shamis, (Imam Haron’s grandson)

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6:05

A 38 year old man will appear in court for the murder...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

A 38 year old man will appear in court for the murder of a five month old boy with a spade. The man from Kgakala Township in Leeudoringstad was fighting with his 16 year old niece who is the mother of the child. After an argument, it is alleged the man pick up a spade to hit the teenager, however, it landed on the child who died later in hospital due to injuries. For more on that, we are now joined by North West Police Spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Funani.

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6:06

21 year old TUT student, Owen Lekala has started a...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

21 year old TUT student, Owen Lekala has started a new e-hailing platform. Lekala’s aim is to make commuting affordable for passengers and lucrative for drivers. Hike App is in the process of recruiting drivers in the Gauteng region. Instead of charging a percentage off each ride, they will charge the drivers a flat rate. The IT student used his NSFAS monthly allowance to save up for the startup. How has this process been and how far is it from getting to the market? We are now joined by Owen

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7:31

new legislation for the Preferential Procurement...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

Last week Friday, finance minister Enoch Godongwana published new legislation for the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). The new regulations outline the criteria that SOEs need to follow when awarding tenders. The law change is expected to come into effect on 16 January 2023. GUEST: Tshiamo Sedumedi, Managing Director @Mncedisi Ndlovu Sedumedi Attorneys (MNS)

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6:16

Residents of Tshwane in the West of the city are...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

Residents of Tshwane in the West of the city are unhappy about the installation of new electricity prepaid meters. Aggrieved residents under the Lotus, Atteridgeville, Saulsville Civic Association say what seemed like a wise move to tackle the non-payment of electricity in the municipality, has emerged as an exceedingly expensive exercise. The association has now called on Eskom to intervene. GUEST: Tshepo Mahlangu, Chairperson of the Lotus, Atteridgeville, Saulsville Civic Association

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6:25

Suspected al-Shabaab militants have attacked a Somali...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/07

Suspected al-Shabaab militants have attacked a Somali military base in the central Galgaduud region. Apparently, this happened in the early morning hours (today). Since 2006, the al Qaeda-linked Islamist group has killed tens of thousands of people in their fight to overthrow Somalia's Western-backed central government. GUEST: Dr Mustafa Mheta, Senior Africa Researcher at Media Review Network & Dean of the School of Languages at Somali National Security

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7:05

How should South Africa and the rest of the continent...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

How should South Africa and the rest of the continent approach the upcoming Cop27 Conference and what lessons were learned from the Paris Agreement that our cities can use in spearheading climate change programs, also in ensuring that they limit global warming. GUEST: Sello Mphaga, Head of City Sustainability in the City of Tshwane

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9:20

This afternoon, the Gauteng Premier briefed the media...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

This afternoon, the Gauteng Premier briefed the media on how the province will settle the 30% E-Toll bill and how it will fund the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project. This follows the announcement by Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana that the National Treasury would settle 70% of the debt. Premier Lesufi did reassure the public that there will be a consultative conference that will serve as a platform for residents to add their voice to this issue. Guest: Panyaza Lesufi - Gauteng Premier

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5:35

Minister of Social Development launched a new report...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

As part of promoting their child protection services, the Minister of Social Development launched a new report alongside of an international network of civil society organizations that focuses on ending the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children. This report is significant as it comes two days after the GBVF Summit held earlier this week and is aligned to the Minister Lindiwe Zulu's commitment to include a seventh pillar on gender-based violence and children. The report highlights the

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7:08

Is paying for Twitter’s blue tick really worth it?

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

Is paying for Twitter’s blue tick really worth it? New Twitter boss, Elon Musk announced this week that Twitter will now charge eight dollars per month for their Blue Service which includes the verified blue tick next to one’s handle. Musk says the move will somehow solve the platform’s issues with bots and trolls while creating a new revenue stream for the company. Joining us to talk about the impact this will have on Twitter users is ……. GUEST: Athur Goldstuck, CEO of the World Wide Worx

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8:14

World Bank has approved South Africa’s loan for a...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

The World Bank has approved South Africa’s loan for a $497 million (around R9 billion) project to decommission and repurpose the Komati coal-fired power plant in Mpumalanga using renewables and batteries. The funding is aimed at supporting government’s efforts to transition the country toward a low-carbon development path. GUEST: Tshepo Kgadima, Energy analyst

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10:12

what it took to convince the government of Ethiopia...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/04

In conversation with former Deputy President of South Africa, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka who was part of the High-Level Panel for the AU-led Ethiopian Peace Process. She will tell us more about the successful conclusion of the Peace Talks and what it took to convince the government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front to sign the peace agreement, and she will also share thoughts on what should happen moving forward to ensure that there is peace, security and stability in the Tigray

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21:14

What was the intention of BEE and Affirmative Action,...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/03

The conversation around BEE and Affirmative Action has been making headlines since Dischem leaked letter where the CEO was highlighting the company’s failure to meet its BEE requirements. A few days ago, Eskom board member Mteto Nyathi pinned some of Eskom’s issues on BEE in an interview that cased uproar. What was the intention of BEE and Affirmative Action, and should companies still follow it as part of their hiring policies? We are now joined on the line by BBBEE Expert Thobeka Mdakane-Tebe and

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5:51

Parts of eMalahleni, in Mpumalanga, have been without...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/03

Parts of eMalahleni, in Mpumalanga, have been without electricity for over two weeks now, and Johnny Seloane, a technical ward 7 committee member in Emalahleni municipality has warned that the problem may continue for longer as the transformer is still not fixed. We find out why as he joins us now to furnish us with more details….. GUEST: Johnny Seloane, a technical portfolio ward 7 committee member in Emalahleni municipality

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4:15

the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is warning the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/03

The National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is warning the public about an ongoing scam that advises people to capture pit bulls or report people who own them for the R1500 reward. The bogus post that has been circulating on social media was posted following a call by the Sizwe Kupelo Foundation to ban pit bulls as pets after a series of attacks on people and other domestic animals. The NSPCA says the post is not only bogus, but poses danger to pit bulls and their

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3:14

City of Cape Town’s launched new patrol unit

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/03

We learn more about the City of Cape Town’s new patrol unit that was launched today. The unit will conduct visible patrols, enforce traffic laws, and respond to incidents detected through the Freeway Management System cameras. GUEST: Geordin Hill-Lewis, Mayor of Cape Town

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12:47

Dr Mathole Motshekga argues that our Constitution is...

The National Pulse ·

2022/11/03

We hear from the member of the ANC’s Legal Constitutional Committee, Dr Mathole Motshekga who argues that our Constitution is somehow preventing this country from achieving its social and economic transformation objectives. He goes on to say that the ANC’s national conference in December should call for a national referendum to resolve and lay this matter to rest. GUEST: Dr Mathole Motshekga, Member of the ANC’s Legal Constitutional Committee

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