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The National Pulse

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8:32

E-toll collection illegal despite contract extension...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

Recently, Sanral announced that their E-toll collection contract has been extended. However, Outa is of the view that e-toll fees are illegal as from today. Their point of departure is that the contract cannot be extended for the third consecutive time. Guest: Wayne Duvenage, Outa Chairperson

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5:40

Will an alcohol ban be implemented over the festive...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

There is a strong possibility that President Cyril Ramaphosa may announce restrictions on the sale of alcohol in coronavirus hotspots. However, the Restaurant Association of South Africa has threatened legal action over the proposed restrictions, arguing that government did not sufficiently consult with the sector. Guest: Wendy Alberts, Chief Executive at the Restaurant Association of South Africa (RASA)

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6:57

Western Cape will not support re-introduction of...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/03

As President Cyril Ramaphosa is preparing to address the nation tonight. The Western Cape Government says it will not be in support of any potential plans aimed at re-introducing alcohol restrictions. Instead they are suggesting that government should come up with instruments of legislation that will deal harshly with those who refuse to wear masksGuest: Alan Winde, Premier of the Western Cape

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10:10

SABC welcomes Labour Court's dismissal of BEMAWU's...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

The SABC has welcomed the Labour Court's dismissal of trade union BEMAWU's urgent application for the public broadcaster to retract redundancy letters it's already issued as part of its retrenchment process. The union also wanted the court to compel the public broadcaster to engage in a fair process regarding its restructuring plans which could see as many as 400 permanent staff members lose their jobs. The SABC says the restructuring is necessary to make the public broadcaster financially

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9:57

Concourt dismisses Andile Lungisa's application for...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

The Constitutional Court has dismissed former ANC Nelson Mandela Bay councillor Andile Lungisa's application for leave to appeal his three-year jail sentence. He was released on parole yesterday, two-and-a-half months after beginning a two-year prison sentence for smashing a water jug over the head of DA councillor Rayno Kayser. However, Lungisa is adamant that he acted in self-defence as he was attacked first. Speaking during his release yesterday, Lungisa also called for an end to attacks on

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10:20

Unions reject government's request to postpone Public...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

Public sector unions have rejected government's request to postpone the court hearing on the public sector wage bill. The Government want the court case to be postponed to February next year, to give it more time to negotiate an out of court settlement with unions. Trade unions say the court case must continueGUEST: Mugwena Maluleke, Chief negotiator for the majority of the Cosatu unions

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8:31

Unpacking SARS’ rogue unit with Karyn Maughan

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

On Monday, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan admitted to the Zondo Commission that there was a unit in the South African Revenue Services to investigate the illegal smuggling of cigarettes and illicit trade but maintained it was above board. So what are the legal consequences of Gordhan’s admission given the fact that this issue at some point was hotly contested in Courts?Guest: Karyn Maughan, Legal journalist for News24

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9:01

POWA calls on government to prioritise new Bills to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

Women’s rights organisation People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) has answered President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appeal for South Africa to get behind efforts to enact new far-reaching legislation designed to confront the gender-based violence and femicide scourge threatening the country. They are also calling on government to prioritise three new Bills that are specifically designed to tackle the country’s deplorable status. Guest: Mary Makgaba, POWA CEO

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8:00

Why do politicians opt for medical treatment abroad?

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/02

We look at the issue of medical tourism by African leaders and politicians, asking – should it be encouraged or discouraged? Our discussion is informed by the fact that the Prime Minister of Eswatini, Ambrose Dlamini, is currently in the country for the purpose of undergoing medical treatment, more than two weeks after he contracted COVID-19. Guest: Lucky Lukhele, Spokesperson of the Swaziland Solidarity Network

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4:37

Hawks arrest one suspect arrested for Matric exam leak

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, says one person has been directly linked to the leaking of matric papers. It has emerged that the Maths, Physics and Business Economics papers for this year's matric exam had been leaked. However the department says it picked up the Business Studies leak quickly and had been able to use a back-up paper instead. Motshekga says they've received an incomplete report on the leaks and are waiting on the Hawks for an update that's expected by the end of the

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7:20

TAC concerned by HIV positive youth not taking their...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

The Treatment Action Campaign has expressed concern at the high number of teenagers and young people dropping out of their HIV treatments. This as countries across the globe including South Africa is commemorating World Aids Day. So why are young adolescents not taking their HIV treatments? GUEST: Thulina Moukangwe, who is an activist

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4:35

Premier Zikalala unpack progress in fight against...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

Today, South Africa joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Aids Day under the noble theme, “Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Resilience and Impact.” To mark this day, KwaZulu-Natal provincial cabinet will visit all the 11 districts of the province to engage with communities and also to unpack the progress the province has made so far in the fight against HIV/Aids. Guest: Sihle Zikalala, Premier of KwaZulu-Natal

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5:22

Municipal Demarcation Board hands over final ward...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

In a move to mark the end of the ward delimitation process, earlier on today, the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) handed over 4 468 final ward boundaries to the Electoral Commission (IEC) in preparation for the 2021 Local Government Elections. Guest: Mr Masego Shiburi, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer of the IEC

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6:30

EFF to repeal apartheid laws

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

After successfully challenging the constitutionality of an aspect of the Riotous Assemblies Act. The EFF has warned that they are going to introduce a Parliamentary process next year to repeal apartheid laws in the country. Last week Friday, the Constitutional Court declared the Riotous Assemblies Act unconstitutional and invalid. Guest: Sinawo Tambo, EFF’s Head of Presidency

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9:39

New regulations to return asylum seekers back to home...

The National Pulse ·

2020/12/01

World News: On Monday, the Western Cape High interdicted Home Affairs from implementing certain provisions of the Refugees Act and new regulations which sought to return asylum seekers back to their home countries where they could face numerous challenges upon their arrival, as many of them left their countries for various socio economic and political reasons. Guest: Dr Vusi Sibanda, Chairperson of the African Diaspora Forum

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7:52

North West government to revive economy after...

The National Pulse ·

2020/11/30

The COVID 19 pandemic caused a massive and rapid shock on the economy of the North West Province. The impact has led to closures of companies accompanied by big job losses and high levels of social hardships. The North West Provincial Government is therefore hosting an engagement session with the industry leaders to assess the impact of Covid-19 on the economy of the province and come up with integrated interventions and plans to reconstruct and revive the economy of the Province.GUEST: Obed Bapela,

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8:07

Government, stakeholders meet over challenges facing...

The National Pulse ·

2020/11/30

Government is due to continue engaging with stakeholders in the trucking industry this week, following a meeting at the weekend. This after a recent spate of attacks and the burning of trucks. Thirteen such incidents have reportedly taken place in the last month, and between April and November 2020, over 80 attacks have been recorded. The attacks have fuelled tensions between local and foreign drivers. GUEST: Musa Zondi, Acting spokesperson for the Department of Employment and Labour

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11:04

80% of children already placed In Gauteng schools

The National Pulse ·

2020/11/30

The 2021 Gauteng admission placements for Grades 1 and 8 are expected to end today. And some frustrated parents are still in limbo as to why their child has yet to be placed in a school they have applied for. Others have expressed frustration with the system of applying online. The Gauteng education department says more than 80% of children have already been placed. GUEST: Steve Mabona, Spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Education

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8:04

Women of SA movement to march over economic freedom

The National Pulse ·

2020/11/30

On Friday, the Women of South Africa movement will march to place women’s economic freedom top of the country’s agenda. They are also calling for the establishment of an annual gender barometer to measure the extent to which women are at the centre of the South African economy. Guest: Dr Sibongile Vilakazi, member of Women of South Africa (WoSA)

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6:49

Fuel decrease for SA motorists

The National Pulse ·

2020/11/30

There's some good news for motorists as we go into the final month of 2020. The Mineral Resources and Energy department has confirmed a 13 cents per litre decrease from Wednesday for petrol. Unfortunately, diesel and illuminating paraffin users are not so lucky with increases of about 20 cents and 29 cents a litre respectively. Guest: Layton Beard, AA spokesperson

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