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The National Pulse

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6:26

Franchise Association calls on government...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

Franchise Association of South Africa is appealing to government for urgent intervention in the sector amid the lockdown. The appeal follows government's announcement of a phasing in approach to opening some services. The Association says they are concerned about the future of the sector due to the Impact caused by Covid-19Guest: Vera Valasis, Executive Director of the Franchise Association of South Africa

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5:11

Business Against Crime SA says ban on alcohol should...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

According to the Managing-Director of Business Against Crime South Africa, Tebele Luthuli, the ban on the sale of cigarettes during lockdown remains unclear and should be open for discussion and review. She further states that the illicit trade of tobacco goods has long been a problem in South Africa and while it needs more attention from lawmakers, we need to question how much more profitable this illicit trading is becoming during the nationwide lockdown. Guest: Tebele Luthuli- Managing-Director

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7:06

Legal Resources Centre win legal eviction battle...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

We now get the latest regarding the case of the people of Empolweni in Cape Town, whose homes were demolished by the City of Cape Town last week. The Legal Resources Centre (LRC) is representing this community and were in court today. Guest: Khensani Motileni- litigation attorney at the Cape Town Regional Office of the Legal Resources Centre

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6:51

Consumer Commission concerned by suppliers increasing...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

The National Consumer Commission says they are concerned that post the declaration of the National State of Disaster by the President of the Republic - many suppliers increased prices of goods and services essential to curbing Covid-19. As a result, the commission has filed a matter against a supplier to the Consumer Tribunal for prosecution. Guest: Ms Thezi Mabuza, Acting Commissioner of the National Consumer Commission

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7:16

Examining the impact of Covid19 on SA citizens

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

To get some insight into how South Africans are coping in terms of their work and home lives, their views on the handling of the Covid-19 lockdown by the Government, and their understanding of the disease, Consulta surveyed more than 1 000 South Africans who are part of its online research community - known as ConsultaPanel - between 6 - 10 April 2020. Guest: Charlene van Niekerk, Project Director @ Consulta

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8:11

Exco Board Members says government has stopped...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

Exco Board Members say the muteness by the National Department of Health over funding for the NGOs' sector to support the fight against Covid-19, HIV and AIDS remains a distress. Exco say they want the nationally funded NGOs to assist the Department in community screening and testing but due to a lack of funding the NGO's sector is unable to help.Guest: Oupa Dlamini, Spokesperson for Exco

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6:31

Corruption Watch questions Eskom’s rush to clear COO

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/17

Corruption Watch is questioning Eskom’s media statement of 15 April 2020 on the chief operating officer, Jan Oberholzer and they are arguing that a full forensic investigation did not take place in this matter and Eskom’s rush to clear its COO is both curious and concerning. They are also of the view that the release of the media statement before affording the whistle-blower an opportunity to review the report contradicts Eskom’s claim to be “committed to the highest principles of ethics and good

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6:56

Community Safety in Limpopo says law enforcement...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

Community Safety in Limpopo says law enforcement officers have the right to turn away and impose fines on people who attempt to access shopping mallsThe Department of Community Safety in Limpopo says law enforcement officers have the right to turn away and impose fines on people who attempt to access shopping malls and complexes far from their areas, during the lockdown. Some residents complain that being prevented from going to nearest towns to buy groceries, has resulted in overcrowding at their

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6:06

Eastern Cape offers online education to learners amid...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

Plans are afoot to offer on line education to all matriculants in the rural parts of the Eastern Cape during the lockdown period. MTN has partnered with the provincial Education Department to distribute 72 000 sim cards loaded with data to Grade 12 learners. Guest: Loyiso Pulumani- Spokesperson for the Eastern Cape Education Department

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6:01

Competition Commission warns companies against...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

The Competition Commission of South Africa has reiterated a warning that companies, accused of excessive pricing on essential goods, could be slapped with hefty penalties. This after the Competition Commission referred its first case of excessive pricing to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution. Complaints were laid against the firm Babelegi Workwear for the alleged excessive pricing of face masks. Guest: Hardin Ratshisusu – Deputy Commissioner at the Competition Commission

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6:26

City of Cape Town demolishes illegal settlements amid...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

On Monday we spoke to the Legal Resources Centre regarding the demolished homes that were demolished in Empolweni, Makhaza, on Thursday last week by the City of Cape Town. The LRC approached the courts and the hearing was today. Guest: Khensani Motileni- litigation attorney at the Cape Town Regional Office of the Legal Resources Centre

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5:46

Tiger Brands temporarily closes its Durban Bakery...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

Yesterday, Tiger Brands confirmed in a statement that it has temporarily closed its Durban Bakery as a precautionary measure after some staff members tested positive for Covid-19. According to the company, it has taken this decision in line with best practice protocols and in the interest of the health and safety of all its employees at the Bakery, which is its biggest priorityGuest: Mary-Jane Morifi, who is the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Tiger Brands

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6:51

Institute of Race Relations outlines risks of an ‘all...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

Following constructive engagement with government officials on its earlier policy recommendations. The Institute of Race Relations will deliver a memorandum on its ‘trim down’ proposal to the Presidency, the Minister of Health, of Trade and Industry, and Finance. The memorandum sets out the significant risks of an ‘all pain, no gain’ lockdown, and makes the case for an alternative approach. Guest: Hermann Pretorius, Deputy Head of Policy Research at the Institute of Race Relations

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6:51

National Education Collaboration to assist learners...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

After a few weeks away from the classroom, the national lockdown may start to feel like a holiday; but if you are a learner it is important to remember that the academic year is still ticking along. National Education Collaboration trust is tasked with supporting the department of basic education during this time of corona virus and lockdown. They also work with different radio and television stations to run classes for learners during this current lockdown.Guest: Mr Dhianaraj Chetty, Who Is the

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5:11

Hello Paisa creates APP to facilitate delivery of...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

World News today: As South Africa continues to observe the state-mandated nationwide lockdown in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, a large majority of Africans find themselves in dire straits. Border closures, scarcity of essential goods and wide-spread food shortages mean that survival necessities are more inaccessible than ever before. To solve this problem, Hello Paisa has created an app called Malaicha.com: an innovative solution facilitating the delivery of essential goods and groceries

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7:41

Running out of alcohol during the lockdown? Here are...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/16

Running out of alcohol during the lockdown? Dr Eugene Allers, Board member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists gives expert advice on how people should cope during the lockdown and how their anxiety can be managed - as it is public knowledge that for many South Africans who enjoy a daily sundowner for stress relief and relaxation, extension of the national lockdown has sparked anxiety about their rapidly-dwindling supplies. Guest: Dr Eugene Allers, Board member of the South African Society

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17:36

Both Sides of the Story

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/15

According to the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA), workers must be paid in full during the nationwide lockdown. The National Employers Association of South Africa (NEASA) however, believes that the contract of employment between the employer and employee has been suspended for the duration of the lockdown and, just like the employee is not obligated to tender services, the employer is not obligated to pay the employee who cannot tender his services. Guest: Karl Cloete- NUMSA

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6:31

Standard Chartered Bank warns against virtual gatherings

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/15

Standard Chartered Bank has warned its staff to avoid using Zoom Video Communications Inc. and Google Hangouts for virtual gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic due to cyber security concerns, according to a memo seen by Reuters. Guest: Toby Shapshak – Editor-in-Chief, Stuff Magazine

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6:21

Lawyers for Human Rights heads to Concourt to have...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/15

Lawyers for Human Rights are considering approaching the Concourt to have waste pickers recognized as an essential service during the lockdown. This after the North Gauteng High Court last week dismissed their application on behalf of reclaimers and waste-pickers demanding recognition as essential service workers. Guest: Attorney Louise Du Plessis, from Lawyers for Human Rights

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8:41

Unscrupulous service providers" sabotaging efforts to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/04/15

Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation Lindiwe Sisulu has called on "unscrupulous service providers" to immediately stop sabotaging efforts to provide water to communities across the country during the Covid-19 pandemic. Guest: McIntosh Polela, spokesperson for Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation Lindiwe Sisulu

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