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5:28

The Department of Social Development in the province...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/25

The Gauteng Government at the beginning of the month committed to opening applications for parents and caregivers of children who are addicted to drugs to be accommodated on state facilities when their children are admitted for rehabilitation. The Department of Social Development in the province has launched a 24 hour anti-substance abuse call centre service and it will among other things accommodate parents. This is bid to fight against substance abuse in Gauteng. How will it work and how can

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7:51

Nehawu’s expectations from the Medium-Term Budget...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/25

We hear from Mike Shingange about Nehawu’s expectations from the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, which is due to be delivered by Finance Minister tomorrow afternoon. GUEST: Mike Shingange, President of Nehawu

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8:05

A teacher from Mdingi Junior Secondary School in the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/25

A teacher from Mdingi Junior Secondary School in the Eastern Cape has been suspended following two cases of sexual assault. The teacher allegedly compelled pupils to commit sexual acts. To elaborate further on this, we are joined by…. GUEST: Malibongwe Mtima, Eastern Cape education spokesperson

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7:30

Several high profile brands have decided to cut ties...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/25

Several high profile brands have decided to cut ties with Ye West after his recent antisemitic outbursts and other provocations. Some of these comments include Ye suggesting slavery is a choice, asserting George Floyd died of Fentanyl instead of excessive force by police, and calling the Covid-19 vaccine the ‘mark of the beast.’ GUEST: Tshepo Matseba, MD of Reputation 1st Group

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8:41

Will President Ramaphosa’s plans to implement...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

Will President Ramaphosa’s plans to implement recommendations made by the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture deal with corruption in South Africa? Among other things, Ramaphosa announced there will be an independent anti-corruption agency for procurement, as well as an anti-corruption unit that will form part of a fundamental redesign of the country’s anti-corruption architecture. He also says the Public Procurement Bill will be finalised and submitted by early 2023. He also made reference to

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4:28

The matric class of 2022, who were severely impacted...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

The matric class of 2022, who were severely impacted by the COVID19 pandemic that struck while they were in grade 10, will take its first exam in a few days. We speak to the Department of Basic Education Spokesperson Elijah Mhlanga on the departments state of readiness for these exams... Guest: Elijah Mhlanga

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4:08

The Liquified Fuels Wholesalers Association is...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

The Liquified Fuels Wholesalers Association is warning South Africa faces a risk of fuel shedding in the near future. CEO Peter Morgan says South Africa has no strategic fuel stocks and had it not been for imports that arrived just on time during the workers’ strike at Transnet, the country would have had a fuel crisis. He says the fuel industry needs a plan on how to ensure there is enough fuel to cover for significant disruptions. Guest: Peter Morgan, CEO of the Liquified Fuels Wholesalers

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3:52

TETA has partnered with the BankSETA on a skills...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

The Transport Education Training Authority is launching its economic reconstruction and recovery programmes. The programmes seek to use the transport sector address soaring youth unemployment in South Africa. Among other programmes, TETA has partnered with the BankSETA on a skills programme that will create employment opportunities for 1200 youths, it’s also embarking on another programme targeting 4500 rural youths in Limpopo. Are these opportunities meaningful and sustainable? How will TETA ensure

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6:26

SIU says in one case, a person paid R15K to get a...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula, Special Investigating Unit Head Advocate Andy Mothibi, and Road Traffic and Management Corporation Chief Executive Officer Advocate Makhosini Msibi held a joint media briefing today on the findings of the SIU and RTMC investigations. Certain transportation-related matters, such as corrupt officials at driving licensing centers and other entities, were investigated. The SIU made findings and recommendations regarding Driving Licensing and Testing Centers (DLTC) and

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9:02

Cases of measles has now increase to eight, the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

The National Institute for Communicable Disease (NICD) has detected a further four cases of measles in the Greater Sekhukhune District, bringing the total number of cases to eight. This comes after the NICD initially issued a measles alert in the area on October 11. The Limpopo Health MEC joins us to speak more on this outbreak and what residents should look out for. GUEST: Phophi Ramathuba – Limpopo Health MEC

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5:21

Rishi Sunak is set to be UK prime minister, after his...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/24

Britain may know as soon as today who will serve as its next prime minister, the third within two months, this after Liz Truss announced her resignation last week. The race is heating up between MP’s Penny Mordaunt and Rishi Sunak, this as former PM Boris Johnson withdrew from the race late on Sunday. We are joined by UK based Political Analyst Musa Mdunge GUEST: Musa Mdunge - UK based Political Analyst

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5:24

Christina Nomdo is of the view that Donson’s...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/21

We examine the re-election of Jeffrey Donson as Kannaland mayor, looking at what kind of example this will set. Commissioner for Children in the Western Cape, Christina Nomdo is of the view that Donson’s appointment sets a terrible example to society. GUEST: Christina Nomdo, Commissioner for Children in the Western Cape

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3:44

What does the notice by the Financial Sector Conduct...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/21

What does the notice by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority that crypto assets are now financial products in South Africa mean in reality and how will it affect the crypto industry as well as people who trade? The FSCA announced the first step to regulate the industry through a legal framework. The move is to protect users who trade cryptocurrency. Crypto platforms will have to be registered in order to operate legally. Guest: Lucy James Chief Legal Officer at Luno. Luno is a global

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16:10

Minister Aaron Motsoaledi react to the passing of...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/21

The bill was introduced to Parliament by the Home Affairs Minister in January this year. Minister Aaron Motsoaledi joins us now to react to the passing of the bill and also to clarify his department’s position in relation to it. GUEST: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Home Affairs

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7:18

the National Assembly adopted the Electoral Amendment...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/21

Yesterday, the National Assembly adopted the Electoral Amendment Bill which seeks to provide for the nomination of independent candidates to contest elections in the National Assembly or provincial legislatures, and also provides for the requirements and qualifications that must be met by persons who wish to be registered as independent candidates. The bill will now be sent to the National Council of Provinces for further consideration and concurrence. However, those who are opposed to it are

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5:20

A federal judge in New York has issued a temporary...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/21

A federal judge in New York has issued a temporary stay blocking New York’s ban on guns in houses of worship amid another legal challenge to New York’s law meant to restrict firearms in areas deemed sensitive, which includes places like Times Square. To explain what this means is….. GUEST: Dr John Stremlau, Honorary Professor of International Relations @ Wits

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29:04

THE INNERVIEW: When grief is public – how do you cope...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/20

THE INNERVIEW: When grief is public – how do you cope as a parent? Under normal circumstances, most of us have the opportunity to grieve privately, with family and friends, when a loved one dies. But what happens when death goes viral and attract more media attention like the tragic passing of Bokgabo Poo? We find out from Irvin Ndlovu, Bokgabo’s father, who is joining us to narrate his own private and public experience of the death of a loved one and how media attention affects the grieving

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7:39

Liz Truss Resigns as UK Prime Minister

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/20

U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss has just resigned. This after a failed tax-cutting budget that rocked financial markets and which led to a revolt within her own Conservative Party. Guest: Prof John Keiger

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2:45

A 16 month old baby has died and their mother is in a...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/20

A 16 month old baby has died and their mother is in a critical condition after being attacked by a giraffe in a private game reserve in Hluhluwe in KwaZulu-Natal. The child was taken to the nearest doctor’s room after the attack, but died on arrival. The woman was airlifted to a specialised facility. Circumstances around the attack are still under investigation. Guest: Shawn Herbst, Nercare 911 spokesperson

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14:19

According to Professor Bonke Dumisa, many...

The National Pulse ·

2022/10/20

In conversation with Professor Bonke Dumisa who has been very vocal about the state of the Durban CBD, saying he can no longer remain silent about the state of decay in eThekwini. According to him, many professionals are moving offices from the Durban Central Business District because of the state of decay. But where are the municipal service providers and what are the officials doing about it? GUEST: Professor Bonke Dumisa, Independent economist & an Advocate of the High Court Guest:

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