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15:52

EFF Councillor Mzubanzi Dambuza was choked in Cape...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/30

It is widely reported that earlier today - EFF Councillor Mzubanzi Dambuza was choked to the point of unconsciousness. According to GOOD party councillor Roscoe Palm, the unfortunate incident happened when the Speaker of the City of Cape Town Council, Felicity Purchase failed to maintain order in the Council Chamber. GUEST: Roscoe Palm, GOOD Party Councillor, City of Cape Town Council (he witnessed the entire incident) GUEST Mzubanzi Dambuza, EFF Councillor, City of Cape Town Council

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20:54

SA-US Trade Policy Engagement

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/30

As South Africa and the United States are actively engaged in trade policy discussions. One of our top economists, Wandile Sihlobo has warned that uncertainty in trade policy is indeed a significant concern. Sihlobo is of the view that whatever the outcome of the negotiations will be, our country will never be back to the environment where it was at the beginning of the year and the path ahead will remain challenging. GUEST: Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of

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12:58

Stats SA indicated that more than 500 000 White...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/30

Stats SA has released its latest mid-year population estimates report for 2025. The data reveals that demographically, all of the country’s population groups are growing, except for White South Africans. Notably, the report has also revealed that more than 500 000 White South Africans have left the country in the past two decades. I guess the big question is - what informs this worrying trend? GUEST: Solly Molayi, Acting DDG, responsible for Population and Social Statistics @Stats SA

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9:55

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

Tomorrow, marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and this year’s event will be observed globally under the theme “Human Trafficking is Organised Crime - End the Exploitation”. To mark this day, tomorrow, the department of justice and constitutional development will launch the Local Task Team to support anti-trafficking efforts at ports of entry across the country. To talk to us about this important development is…… GUEST: Andries Nel, Deputy Minister for

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9:15

1 in 5 KZN pupils beaten by teachers despite ban on...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

Earlier on I spoke to the department of basic education spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga, about educators in KwaZulu-Natal using corporal punishment in the classroom, despite the ban. We now getting reaction from… GUEST: Hendrick Makaneta, Education Activist

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5:40

Is South Africa’s aviation sector on the brink of...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

According to the South African Petroleum Association, we are, as most local fuel refineries have shut down. So to what extent will this affect our major airports? Joining us for this discussion is….. GUEST: Guy Leitch, Aviation analyst & Editor of SA Flyer magazine

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8:39

City of Joburg: Latest Water Challenges

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

Water issues around the City of Joburg have become a recurring issue on this show. A number of people have over the past few days taken to social media to voice their frustrations with recent water challenges the city faces. I’ve seen people around the Sandton and Bryanston are talk about their challenges over the past few days, some going as far as posting videos of water tankers in their areas. Let’s get an idea of how bad this current situation is with… GUEST: Dr. Ferrial Adam,

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10:06

G20 Critical Mineral Stakeholder meeting

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe addressed delegates today at the G20 Critical Mineral Stakeholder meeting in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, Mantashe lamented the importation of raw minerals, which he says further exacerbates poverty and inequality in the country. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Katlego Legodi, SABC News Economics Reporter

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16:36

Corporal punishment continues to be practiced by some...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

The department of basic education has revealed that some educators in KwaZulu-Natal continue to us corporal punishment in the classroom, despite the ban. While the practice was once permitted under common law, it is public knowledge that corporal punishment in South African schools was legally abolished in 1997. So what should happen to those who continue to employ this illegal practice? GUEST: Elijah Mhlanga, National spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education

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11:18

The United Nations has expressed serious concern...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/29

The United Nations has expressed serious concern about rising hunger in Africa. According to the organisation, worrying projections indicate that by the end of the decade, 60% of the world’s malnourished population will be in Africa. What is even more disturbing is the fact that currently, more than 280 million people across Africa are malnourished. With our continent possessing a wealth of mineral resources - how do address this problem? For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST:

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7:41

SAPU Reacts: Briefing on Criminal Justice System Inquiry

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/28

Earlier on, Acting Deputy Chief Justice, Mbuyiseli Madlanga, briefed the nation on the Criminal Justice System Inquiry. The South African Policing Union is reacting to the press briefing. I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Lesiba Thobakgale, South African Policing Union Spokesperson

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13:37

2025 Tailings Conference

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/28

We unpack the objectives of this year’s Tailings Conference that is currently underway in Parktown, Johannesburg. This year’s annual gathering is convened under the theme, “Reform and Resistance in the Shadow of a Disaster.” During this two-day gathering, several important topics are going to be discussed and a new and improved programme of action will be adopted on the last day of the conference. For more on this, we are joined by….. GUEST: Hassen Logart, Tailings

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13:27

Action SA Introduces Constitutional Amendment to...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/28

Action SA has gazetted their Notice to introduce the Constitution Twenty-Second Amendment Bill which, if passed, would represent the most significant overhaul of the Executive of 32 Ministers and 43 Deputy Ministers since the dawn of democracy in 1994. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Athol Trollip, Action SA Parliamentary Leader

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9:18

Sudan: RSF’s formation of a parallel government

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/28

Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have announced the formation of a parallel government. RSF leader General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo would head a 15-person government council that would include regional governors. However, the Sudanese government has rejected the announcement of this so called new government, urging other countries not to recognise it. GUEST: Ibrahim Dean, Independent Researcher & political commentator

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18:56

ANC’s lack of diversity: what can it be attributed to?

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/28

Collen Malatji has criticised the ANC Youth League for its lack of racial diversity. While the ANC has historically championed unity and non-racialism, critics always argue that its leadership and membership are not truly representative of South Africa’s diverse population. Malatji has attested to this and has warned the ‘Young Lions’ of the party that they should avoid looking like an exclusively black organisation. He joins us now to elaborate further on this……

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35:49

Friday’s Fireside Chat with Zibusiso Mkhwanazi

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/25

Today, we are excited to be joined by Zibusiso Mkhwanazi who has just been shortlisted as Agency Leader of the Year. Mkhwanazi is passionate about empowering South Africa’s township youth as he always wants to see them become tomorrow’s successful business leaders. If you are looking to positively impact your community but aren’t quite sure where to start, you better listen to this interview and hopefully his personal story will inspire thoughtfulness. GUEST: Zibusiso Mkhwanazi,

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9:24

Tshepisong Electricity Protest

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/25

City Power had to abandon their plan to disconnect illegal connections in Tshepisong, West Rand, yesterday after police warned them of the volatile situation they will find themselves in should they go ahead. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Isaac Mangena, City Power Spokesperson

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11:02

ACSA acts after OR Tambo Airport passenger found with...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/25

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) released a statement yesterday stating that they are taking firm steps following a serious security breach at OR Tambo International Airport after a passenger was found in possession of two training hand grenades in Ethiopia. To react to this statement, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Advocate Christopher Shabangu, President of the SA Cabin Crew Association

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7:48

Social Impact with Pearl to help and protect the...

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/25

We tell you more about a newly launched social justice initiative, called ‘Social Impact with Pearl’ that aims to protect rights, demand truth, and rebuild trust in our justice system that is perceived to be prioritising the needs and desires of a small group over the broader population. This noble initiative is the brainchild of Pearl Walsh, a Cape Town based activist. She joins us now to outline the objectives of this initiative……. GUEST: Pearl Walsh, founder of Social

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10:44

France will soon recognise Palestine as a state

The National Pulse ·

2025/07/25

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that his country intends to recognise Palestine as a state. Macron has also revealed that he will formalise the decision at the United Nations General Assembly in two months time. This is a major development considering France’s tremendous influence over European politics, economy and culture. Politically speaking - what does it all mean, given the ongoing war in the Middle East? For more analysis on this, we are joined by…… GUEST:

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