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7:03

Manhunt launched for two Kgosi Mampuru escapees

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/09

A manhunt has been launched to track down two prisoners who reportedly escaped from the Kgosi Mampuru prison in Tshwane. GUEST: Correctional services spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo

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3:05

Four eThekwini officials arrested for Waste removal...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/09

Four officials in the eThekwini Metro have been arrested for fraud and corruption in connection with the Waste removal tender. One official who is a deputy Head of Supply Chain together with his wife and two others service providers were arrested by the Hawks this morning. Some of the suspects are also alleged to have raked in tenders from the office of the mayor. GUEST: Hawks national spokesperson, Colonel Katlego Mogale

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9:25

World marks International Anti-Corruption Day

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/09

Today being International Anti-Corruption Day. We dissect Corruption Watch’s report, titled “Our Future is not for Sale.” The report was released earlier on today and it highlights the devastating impact of corruption on the lives of young people in South Africa, and how their prospects have been affected by the pervasiveness of corruption in the country. Guest: Kavisha Pillay, Head of Stakeholder and Campaign @Corruption Watch

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7:07

How do we reduce alcohol-related accidents/fatalities?

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/09

We learn more about this year’s comprehensive National Road Safety Campaign called “It’s not just about you”, which is calling on people to change their behaviour by considering their loved ones and other citizens when faced with the decision to drink and drive or drink and walk this festive season. The campaign is aimed at reducing alcohol-related accidents/ fatalities by 20% this yearGuest: Sbani Mngadi, Corporate Relations Director for Diageo and Industry Spokesperson

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7:19

Is Ramaphosa standing on solid ground in fight...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/08

What political bearing will the outcome of ANC Secretary-General Ace Magashule's court case have on the party? And are Magashule's supporters really planning a special ANC conference at which Ramaphosa would be removed? To answer this and more, we're now joined on the line by Professor Steven Friedman, Professor of Political Studies, at University of Johannesburg...GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, Professor of Political Studies, at University of Johannesburg

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6:07

KZN considers closing beaches due to Covid

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/08

KwaZulu-Natal government is considering closing down its beaches during the festive season to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the province. The Idea comes after the "Matric Rage" event, hosted annually in Ballito on the north coast, was identified as a coronavirus super spreader event. Many young people who attended this event are reported to have tested positive for the virus. GUEST: Dr Sandile Tshabalala, Head of Department of Health In KwaZulu-Natal

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5:38

IEC ready for 17 municipal ward by-elections

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/08

With only a few hours left before 17 municipal ward by-elections, scheduled to take place in different parts of the country tomorrow. The IEC has once again declared its state of readiness. Voters, election staff, and all those entering the voting station will be required to wear a mask at all times. Voters are also encouraged to bring their own pens to mark their ballot papers, although pens will be provided and sanitised after each use.Guest: Mawethu Mosery, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer at the

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10:12

Political tensions remain high in DRC

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/08

On World News today, we focus on DRC political tensions: On Sunday, DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi announced that he intends to form a new coalition government and warned that he might be forced to dissolve parliament and hold fresh elections if he was unable to do so. Reports coming from Congo suggest that coalition that has governed the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for 20 months, forged by President Tshisekedi and his predecessor Joseph Kabila, appears to be falling apart. Guest: Dr

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8:17

Brackenfell cleared of racism allegations by report

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/07

Western Cape Education Minister Debbie Schäfer says investigations into the racism furore at Brackenfell high school shows that there is no evidence of racism regarding a private party that was organised for matrics by their parents. She says the invitation was widely circulated on WhatsApp groups and extended to all matric learners regardless of race. Last month EFF supporters clashed with parents of white learners at the school when the party staged a protest outside the school. GUEST: Melikhaya

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6:27

VUT students protest over NSFAS allowance

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/07

Students at the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) are currently protesting over unpaid NSFAS allowances. The students have accused the University of refusing to pay students their NSFAS allowance for December. Earlier students clashed with members of the police and vowed to continue protesting if their demands are not met.GUEST: Mike Khuboni, Spokesperson for the Vaal University of Technology (VUT)

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6:42

Free State University students protest over NSFAS...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/07

Students at the University of the Free State are protesting over NSFAS allowances. The SRC says the University has submitted the template required for additional living allowances. They demand that the university tap into their coffers and pay students allowances while they wait for NSFAS money and will hand over a memorandum of demands to management.Guest: Kamohelo Seleke, Deputy Secretary General of the SRC at the University of the Free State

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10:43

Court set's aside Mkhwebane SARS report

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/07

What now for Public Protector? The High Court in Pretoria has set aside Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s report on the so-called SARS Rogue Unit. In its judgment, the court issued a punitive costs order against Mkhwebane. In the report, Mkhwebane found that former SARS commissioner Pravin Gordhan, who is the current Public Enterprises Minister, had misled Parliament by failing to disclose that he held a meeting with members of the Gupta family. She also found that Gordhan had violated

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8:25

what will it take to silence the guns in Africa?

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/07

On World News today we ask, what will it take to silence the guns in Africa? African Union Chair President Cyril Ramaphosa is calling on leaders across the continent to work together to stop acts of violence and terrorism in Africa. Ramaphosa was speaking during the 14th extraordinary session on silencing the guns. Take a listen…..Guest: Izak Khomo, former Producer of Spot Light Africa @Channel Africa

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6:10

NUMSA picket over unpaid salaries at SAA, Denel

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/04

South African Airways staff members affiliated to the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) and the South Africa Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) picketed outside SAA headquarters in Kempton Park, Johannesburg today over unpaid salaries. It has been eight months since staff at the airline was paid. NUMSA also held another picket at the corporate head offices of Denel over unpaid salaries as well. GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, NUMSA National Spokesperson

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12:29

Engen Oil Refinery says they will launch an...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/04

Engen Oil Refinery says they will launch an investigation following this morning's explosion at their Wentworth plant south of Durban. Emergency services say seven people sustained mild injuries and have been hospitalised. The blast that occurred just after 7 o' clock this morning could be felt in areas in and around Durban. GUEST: Frank Alexander, who is an Activist and Wentworth Community memberGUEST: Ravi Pillay, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Tourism and Environmental Affairs

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6:42

Ramaphosa announced that the summer initiation season...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/04

Last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the summer initiation season will go ahead, except in Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape which has been declared a Covid-19 hotspot. Traditional leaders in the Eastern Cape have been calling for the initiation season to be opened and joining us now to react to President Ramaphosa’s announcement is….Guest: Adv Chief Mwelo Nonkonyana, Chairperson of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of SA in the Eastern Cape (Contralesa)

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6:18

Layton Beard from Automobile Association takes us...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/04

Layton Beard from Automobile Association takes us through the results of their fourth round of SA car crash tests. The Chinese-made GWM Steed 5 bakkie sold in SA scored a shocking zero stars when it was crash tested recently with two other local cars at Global NCAP’s facility in Munich - with Global NCAP saying it “demonstrated a high probability of life-threatening injury” in the crash.Guest: Layton Beard, AA Spokesperson

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8:32

38 PE nurses suspended for refusing to work with...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

38 nurses have been suspended from a TB hospital in Port Elizabeth for allegedly refusing to work with COVID-19 patients. The nurses downed tools after the hospital was turned into a COVID-19 treatment hospital 8 months ago. GUEST: Khaya Sodidi, the Provincial Secretary of Nursing Union Denosa in the Eastern Cape

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5:33

Teaching young boys consent and respect for women

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

As we continue to observe 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. We hear from 1000 Women Trust, a Women’s Organisation that aims to raise awareness around Gender-Based Violence, rape, and abuse and mobilize resources.Guest: Tina Thiart, Trustee @1000women1voice

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9:12

AfriForum to prosecute Malema for police threats

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

The community of Coligny in the North West has called for the re-investigation of the death of 15-year-old Matlhomola Mosweu in 2017, in order for the family to get closure. The two men accused and earlier convicted of the killing have now been released after the Supreme Court of Appeal overturned the judgment of the High Court in the North West. Pieter Doorewaard and Phillip Schutte were sentenced to 23 years and 18 years behind bars respectively. Lobby group AfriForum appealed the conviction,

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