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9:08

Vusi Leeuw pays tribute to TKZee member, Tokollo...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/15

It is a sad day for the music industry and Kwaito lovers following the passing of former TKZee member, Tokollo ‘Magesh’ Tshabalala. The 45 year old’s family says he died from an epileptic seizure. Magesh was a part of the award winning TKZee since it released its first album, Halloween in 1994. The album sold over 200 000 copies and earned them four awards. They released many successful albums after that and performed across the world. Guest: Vusi Leeuw, president of the South African Music

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7:53

KZN MEC for Social Development Nonhlanhla Khoza is...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/15

KZN MEC for Social Development Nonhlanhla Khoza is calling for the arrest of a police officer who is accused of abusing her husband. Khoza says social workers have been dispatched to assist the Durban man who says he has suffered abuse for years. It is alleged that the man had to apply for a protection order after his wife injured his private parts. Guest: Nonhlanhla Khoza, MEC for Social Development in KZN

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6:25

India celebrates 75 years of independence

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/15

As India celebrates 75 years of independence today, Mahmoud Patel is of the view that there’s an urgent need to highlight freedom from the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) which according to him, the Indian state has been ruthlessly misusing to curb dissent and protests in the country. Guest: Mahmoud Patel, Legal Scholar and Academic, also spokesperson for People Against Apartheid and Fascism

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5:32

Cosatu Young Workers led a march against youth...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/12

Earlier on today, Cosatu Young Workers led a march against youth unemployment and rising costs of living. They are also calling on government to stop privatisation of State Owned Entities. To take us through their list of demands is….. Guest: ZANDILE SIZANI - NATIONAL OFFICE BEARER OF COSATU YOUNG WORKERS

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7:43

21 alleged instigators of last year’s July Unrest...

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2022/08/12

21 alleged instigators of last year’s July Unrest have been granted bail after they were arrested on Thursday. One suspected was remanded in custody. Charges they face range from conspiracy to commit public violence, to incitement to commit arson. The Hawks are looking at a total of 84 suspects including the 22 suspects who have already appeared in court. More than 350 people lost their lives and businesses lost billions of rands during the mass looting. Some legal movement finally after a year of

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8:19

why the DA is not in favour of the Speaker’s decision ?

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/12

Meanwhile, the Democratic Alliance has rejected the decision by National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to ask the Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence to investigate specific allegations arising out of President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala farm robbery. The party had initially called for an ad hoc committee to be set up to probe the matter. But this was turned down by Mapisa-Nqakula. To explain why the party is not in favour of the Speaker’s decision is ….. Guest: Siviwe Gwarube,

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9:02

I do welcome all investigation including this...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/12

Following yesterday’s announcement that Parliament's Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence will investigate Zizi Kodwa’s role in the Phala Phala farm robbery. Kodwa says he played no part in covering up the incident. According to him, there is no basis for the allegations. He joins us now to elaborate further on this……. Guest: Zizi Kodwa, Deputy State Security Minsiter

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7:31

While Kenyans wait for the final results, worrying...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/12

While Kenyans wait for the final results, worrying allegations of vote rigging have emerged and this has been further fueled by the Jubilee party after they issued a press statement yesterday alleging "massive subtle rigging" and claiming that the "electoral process was highly compromised". This after Ruto's party made a strong showing in an area that is regarded as Uhuru Kenyatta’s stronghold. So could these claims spark violence? Politically speaking, what does it all mean? For more on this, are

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22:17

what falls within SGB scope of responsibilities and...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

A listener called yesterday complaining about unethical behavior of governing bodies in some schools. Many of you called in to share your experiences as well. School Governing Bodies were established in terms of the South African Schools Act. They help set policies and rules that govern the school. As we try to take that conversation forward, we want to know what mandate they have been given by the department of basic education and what their powers are, what falls within their scope of

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9:39

Black People's National Crisis Committee marched to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

Earlier on today, the Black People's National Crisis Committee marched to Parliament in support of the Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe. They are arguing that any planned move to suspend Hlophe does not serve the interest of justice. Joining us to elaborate further on this is …….. Guest: Chumani Maxwele, National Convener: Black People’s National Crisis Committee

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9:39

What exactly is usiko lokubikwa, what is its...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

Rivalry and factionalism in the Kingdom of AmaZulu in KZN seems to be heightening as it usually happens in most kingdoms when they battle for the throne. King Misuzulu is meant to undergo a kraal entering ceremony known as “usiko lokubikwa” next week. The ceremony is done before the official coronation. His brother, Prince Simakade will undergo the same ceremony this weekend. The prince has been against the recognition of Misuzulu as the official king of the Zulu nation by president Ramaphosa. He

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9:00

new Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Nomusa Dube-Ncube...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

Earlier today, the new Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Nomusa Dube-Ncube announced her new provincial cabinet. As was expected, some MECs kept their jobs while some were given the boot. MECs who unfortunately failed to keep their jobs include Kwazi Mshengu (former education MEC) and Jomo Sibiya (former MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works) – so what does this tell us about the political dynamics in the province of KwaZulu-Natal? For more analysis on this, we are joined by…. Guest: Lukhona Mnguni,

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9:17

Any one who dont want to accept that president...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

Let’s now speak to Jomo Sibiya, former MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works in KwaZulu-Natal - as it is public knowledge now that he was given the chop. Among other things Sibiya will talk to us about his axing and his next political move…… Guest: Jomo Sibiya

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4:12

Election results are being watched carefully in Kenya...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/11

Election results are being watched carefully in Kenya with the tallying process currently underway. But it is only fair to say that some political analysts still believe that the race is too close to call. To give us an update in terms of where things are at the moment is SABC’s East Africa Correspondent Sarah Kimani. Guest (Kenya): Sarah Kimani, SABC Correspondent based in Kenya

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8:24

Whatsapp’s new privacy settings will allow people to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

Some great news for those who can’t stand being added to whatsapp groups without their permission. Whatsapp’s new privacy settings will allow people to exit groups without informing all members. Only the group admins will see that someone they added has left the group. This is part of the company’s effort to improve privacy on its platform. It will also allow people to read messages without the sender knowing. It will also allow people to block screenshots of their messages. A great move from

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9:44

Nomusa Dube-Ncube has been sworn in today as the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

Nomusa Dube-Ncube has been sworn in today as the first female Premier of KwaZulu-Natal. Dube-Ncube is replacing Sihle Zikalala who resigned last week. The new premier joins us now to outline her vision for the province of KwaZulu-Natal….. Guest: Nomusa Dube-Ncube, new Premier of KwaZulu-Natal

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8:57

Is it time Europe starts having honest conversations...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

The United Kingdom is planning to have blackouts in January as part of its emergency plan to deal with an energy deficit. This is a result of gas shortages in the country, caused by below-average temperatures and reduced electricity imports from Norway and France. The UK government has assured its citizens that this plan is for a worst case scenario, however there will be reasonable supply for households and businesses. Is it time Europe starts having honest conversations around the impact of

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4:11

Some of the suspects accused of taking part in the...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

Some of the suspects accused of taking part in the gang rape of 8 women in Krugersdorp have been positively linked to the rape. They were arrested after the rape of 8 women during the shoot of a music video in the area. Some of the suspects appeared at Krugersdorp Magistrate’s Court earlier today. So what happened in court today? We are now joined by SABC News reporter, Hasina Gori

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4:00

Pandelani revealed that the government hopes to...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

In conversation with Fhedzisani Pandelani, the solicitor general in the justice department on the progress made regarding the Marikana related litigations. Earlier on today, Pandelani revealed that the government hopes to conclude all Marikana civil claims by the end of this month. You may recall that the payments to families are related to the week of 16 August 2012, when 44 people were killed during an unprotected strike by workers at Lonmin’s platinum mine in Marikana, North West. Guest:

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5:12

Frederick Shava, Minister of Foreign Affairs and...

The National Pulse ·

2022/08/10

Frederick Shava, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of the Republic of Zimbabwe is currently visiting South Africa to co-chair the Mid-Term Review of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) (which is currently underway in Pretoria). Shava is meeting with International Relations and Cooperation Minister Dr Naledi Pandor to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations. The two Ministers will also have an opportunity to share information and exchange views on other matters of mutual

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