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12:08

Judge Edwin Cameron, says he is concerned about the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

The Inspecting Judge of Correctional Services, Judge Edwin Cameron, says he is concerned about the spike in deaths in correctional facilities at the hands of officials. In the period September 2019 to February this year, seven deaths were reported. A delegation from the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services, JICS, appeared before parliament's subcommittee on Correctional Services to promote its intended new operating model. JICS wants to operate more independently from the Department,

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7:47

(TUT) management says it is hopeful that academic...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) management says it is hopeful that academic activities will resume tomorrow at its Pretoria West Campus. This after the university's meeting with students' representatives late yesterday after chaos broke out during fresh protests at the Pretoria campus. Students are calling for management to speed up issues related to students' accommodation, NSFAS payments and doing away with academic exclusion.Guest: Willa de Ruyter, spokesperson for the Tshwane University

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3:43

C-sections are more expensive than normal births -...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

77% of babies on medical-aid are born by caesarean section, this according to a new study by the Council for Medical Schemes, CMS. According to the World Health Organisation, WHO, C-sections should only represent 10% to 15%. C-sections are more expensive than normal births - costing up to R42,000 a delivery. For more on this we now speak to the CMS who are seeking urgent steps to reduce the incidence of C-sections among medical scheme members...GUEST: MONDI GOVUZELA, SENIOR RESEARCHER AT THE COUNCIL

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8:26

A stakeholder meeting to end a stand-off between the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

A stakeholder meeting to end a stand-off between the City of Cape Town and a group of foreign nationals - is due to take place this afternoon. The group which has been camping out in the CBD since October, was moved from the pavement outside the Central Methodist Church at the weekend but remained in the area. Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security JP Smith says negotiations are underway to break the impasse. He says the only option is night shelters for those who qualify. In terms of an

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6:31

the Minister of Human Settlements, Water and...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

On Friday, the Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, will convene a Human Settlement Indaba, the first to be held in the 6th administration. According to the ministry, the Indaba will strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments.Guest: William Jiyane

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9:16

The Gatvol Capetonian’s hunger strike

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

We look at the Gatvol Capetonian’s hunger strike: The Gatvol Movement is incensed that the government is resting on its laurels while communities bleed on the Cape Flats. Guest: Fadiel Adams

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5:16

Congolese soldiers clashed with raiding militia...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

World News: On Saturday night, Congolese soldiers clashed with raiding militia fighters from the Cooperative for the Development of Congo (CODECO) and this has left 20 people dead. To explain what’s going on in Ituri province, Guest: Musa Mdunge, International relations political analyst

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7:23

University of KwaZulu-Natal launched a...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/03

Today, the University of KwaZulu-Natal launched a ground-breaking Campus Health ‘War Room’ in a bid to lend a hand in the international efforts of fighting the deadly Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. According to the university, the plan offers a coordinated cohesive strategy for preparedness. For more on this, Guest: Professor Mosa Moshabela: the Dean and Head of School: Nursing and Public Health

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13:44

The relations between the ANC and IFP.

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

Today on Both Sides of the Story, we look at the relations between the ANC and IFP. It has emerged that the two political parties are engaged in high level talks to end animosity between them. Relations between the ANC and IFP broke down in early 1980s after they differed on the strategy to fight apartheid. But what informs these reconciliation talks and why now? Guests: Mike Mabuyakhulu and Mkhuleko Hlengwa

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4:54

Eskom says no loadshedding is expected today, but the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

Eskom says no loadshedding is expected today, but the possibility of loadshedding has increased. This after some generation units tripped unexpectedly overnight, further reducing available capacity. For the latest update we are now joined on the line by the power utility's spokesperson Sikhonathi Mantshantsha...Guest: Sikhonathi Mantshantsha, Eskom spokesperson

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4:40

(SAHRC) is launching a court application against the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is launching a court application against the Beloftebos wedding venue at the Western Cape High Court. Recently a same-sex couple were denied the right to get married as the Stanford venue. Beloftebos says it has only been informed via the media that the SAHRC intends taking this matter to the Equality Court. This afternoon we will look at the right to religion VS the Constitution...Guest: Daniela Ellerbeck, an Attorney for Freedom of Religion South

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6:10

The bus crashed near Thafalofefe Hospital in the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

The Eastern Cape Health Department says two helicopters and more ambulances have been dispatched to the area between Centane and Butterworth where 21 people mostly pensioners have been killed in a bus crash. The bus crashed near Thafalofefe Hospital in the early hours of this morning. It's believed 79 passengers were on board when the crash occurred. They were on their way to shop in Butterworth.Guest: Sizwe Kupelo, Spokesperson for the Eastern Cape Health Department

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9:44

Parliament has agreed to the DA's request for a...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

Parliament has agreed to the DA's request for a debate of national importance on the Coronavirus. The party says the debate will afford the Minister of Health, Dr Zweli Mkhize, an opportunity to address Parliament and the nation on the readiness of the Department of Health to deal with this global pandemic.Guest: DA Member of Parliament and shadow minister of Health, Siviwe Gwarube

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7:24

Why is President Cyril Ramaphosa dragging his heels...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

Why is President Cyril Ramaphosa dragging his heels to sign the Performers' Protection Amendment Bill into law? We find out from SA’s veteran actress Florence Masebe who lobbied for changes to the Performers' Protection Amendment Bill. In case you have not been closely following the story, the bill seeks to regulate the performance industry and protect actors from exploitation.Guest: Florence Masebe, Florence Masebe – actress and cultural activist

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9:12

The objectives of an African conference that is...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

We outline the objectives of an African conference that is currently underway. The conference will focus on safeguarding electoral integrity in the digital age and therefore it will look at different strategies that are aimed at combatting digital disinformation. Guest: Kate Bapela

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3:51

The US and Taliban signed a historic peace agreement...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

The US and Taliban signed a historic peace agreement on Saturday. The "Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan" outlines a series of commitments from the US and the Taliban related to troop levels, counterterrorism, and the intra-Afghan dialogue aimed at bringing about "a permanent and comprehensive ceasefire." To explain what this means, Guest: Brooks Spector - Associate Editor at ‎The Daily Maverick

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11:18

The Democratic Alliance’s Johannesburg caucus...

The National Pulse ·

2020/03/02

The Democratic Alliance’s Johannesburg caucus chairperson Funzela Ngobeni has resigned from the party. It is reported that Ngobeni announced his resignation in a letter to the party's Johannesburg structures and staff earlier on today, saying he was going to join former Joburg mayor Herman Mashaba's People's Dialogue.Guest: Funzela Ngobeni, former DA member

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5:14

On Thursday, traditional leaders had the opportunity...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/28

Traditional leaders are losing patience over what they perceive as government dragging its feet in finalising the framework to facilitate the recognition of their powers and functions. On Thursday, traditional leaders had the opportunity to debate the speech delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday, during his annual address to the National House of Traditional Leaders. Leaders have told Ramaphosa that they feel disrespected and are becoming impatient.Guest: Kgoshi Mathibela Mokoena,

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4:53

Experts have warned the public to be cautious that...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/28

Experts have warned the public to be cautious that online interactions can have real-world consequences. This comes after a marked increase in sextortion cases - scams where conmen make use of a fake profile with photographs lifted from blogs and pornographic websites to solicit nude photos from their victims, which are then used for blackmail. One woman says she was assisting a friend whose father had committed suicide.Guest: Sarah Hoffman, Director at the Digital Law Company

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9:28

Health says authorities are taking precautionary...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/28

The Department of Health says authorities are taking precautionary measures to ensure those potentially exposed to the coronavirus are quarantined and cleared of it. This after two South Africans tested positive for Covid19, after working on a Japanese cruise ship. Ten others are still on board the Diamond Princess ship, docked in the port of Yokohama. There have been 700 cases and four deaths on the quarantined cruise. Globally, more than 80-thousand people - in nearly 50 countries - have been

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