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8:25

the state of municipalities and how they can be...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/28

We look at the state of municipalities and how they can be rescued so they can be profitable. On Wednesday, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni announced that his department together with the department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs have agreed that municipal officials will find ways to use the allocations made through the Municipal Infrastructure Grant to ensure that municipalities not only build new infrastructure but also maintain the infrastructure they already have. Joining us to

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9:44

Convicted racist Adam Catzavelos has been sentenced...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/28

Convicted racist Adam Catzavelos has been sentenced to a fine of R50, 000 by the Randburg Magistrate’s Court or face a wholly suspended two-year jail term, suspended for five years, which will kick in immediately if he commits another crime. Catzavelos pleaded guilty to crimen injuria last year after using the k-word in a viral video clip.Guest: Seth Mazibuko, Director of June 16 Development Foundation and Seth Mazibuko Legacy Foundation

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7:14

Following the recall of canned pilchards

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

Following the recall of canned pilchards. The department of basic education has instructed all provinces to communicate with their respective suppliers to stop supplying canned pilchards as part the national school nutrition programme (NSNP) menu with immediate effect. Guest: Elijah Mhlanga, Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education

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4:35

DA says the collapse of yet another council meeting...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

The Democratic Alliance says the collapse of yet another council meeting in the Tshwane metro is part of the oppositions tactics to eventually have the municipality placed under administration. This morning's meeting where a new mayor, Randall Williams was expected to be elected was collapsed after the EFF and the ANC staged a walk out. Williams was supposed to take over Stevens Mokgalapa who resigned following a sex in the city scandal. Is there any truth to the DA's claims? Guest: Professor Dirk

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4:12

The Tshwane council has collapsed after the ANC and...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

The Tshwane council has collapsed after the ANC and EFF staged a walkout at a meeting in which new mayor Randal Williams, was expected to be elected. The opposition parties have told the speaker of the council Katlego Mathebe, that they will only take part in the council if she resigns. This means the City of Tshwane remains without a mayor. Guest: Phumzile Mlangeni, SABC reporter in Tshwane

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7:00

South African labour unions are set to go head to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

South African labour unions are set to go head to head with government, following the announcement by Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni to cut the public sector wage bill. Mboweni tabled the 2020 budget In Parliament yesterday. Economists mostly welcomed this move, saying it could help in dealing with the 18-year high budget deficit. The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU, is among those angered and disappointed by the move.Guest: Bheki Ntshalintshali, General secretary for the Congress of

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5:27

SAFTU has issued a statement warning workers that...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

In reaction to yesterday’s Budget Speech, the South African Federation of Trade Unions has issued a statement warning workers that they regard this year and next year as a declaration of war on the working class and the poorest of the poor. Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi, General Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions

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3:18

Amnesty International South Africa says the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

In response to yesterday’s Budget Speech, Amnesty International South Africa says the government must urgently improve its reporting on school infrastructure expenditure and progress, arguing that this will increase the bang for very buck. Guest: Mienke Steytler, Media Officer @ Amnesty International South Africa

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6:41

Sixth session of the Africa Regional Forum on...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

We outline the objectives of the Sixth session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development that is currently underway in Zimbabwe. The Regional Forum intends to review progress, share experiences and lessons learned, and build consensus on recommendations in the form of key messages to accelerate the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063 of the African Union. Guest: Grant Kasowanjete, National Coordinator @ Global Campaign for Education

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9:11

Andile Mngxitama says electricity is a right and...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/27

Black First Land First leader Andile Mngxitama says electricity is a right and therefore South Africans must not pay for it. He made these comments in reaction to recent protest that was spearheaded by the Soweto residents. Yesterday Sowetans were protesting over what they call abnormal loadshedding and they called for Eskom to implement a R150 electricity flat rate for all households.Guest: Andile Mngxitama, Andile Mngxitama, President of Black First Land First

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6:47

mixed reaction from politicians, Unions and other...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/26

There has been a mixed reaction from politicians, Unions and other commentators to Finance Minister Tito Mboweni's budget speech. Earlier on in national assembly Minister Mboweni delivered what many called a crucial budget speech for South Africa's economy. But did the Finance Minister present a budget that offers the best solutions under the current difficult economic situation?GUEST: Wouter Wessels, Freedom Front Plus MP

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8:51

mixed reaction from politicians, Unions and other...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/26

There has been a mixed reaction from politicians, Unions and other commentators to Finance Minister Tito Mboweni's budget speech. Earlier on in national assembly Minister Mboweni delivered what many called a crucial budget speech for South Africa's economy. But did the Finance Minister present a budget that offers the best solutions under the current difficult economic situation? GUEST: Pule Mabe, ANC National SpokespersonGUEST: Geordin Hill-Lewis, DA MP and Shadow Minister of Finance

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5:22

What needs to be done to turn our economy around and...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/26

Budget Speech: What needs to be done to turn our economy around and what are the conditions under which we must implement our economic growth plan? In 2020, global economic growth is expected to strengthen to 3.3 percent. With a growth of 3.5 percent, sub-Saharan Africa is forecast to be the second-fastest-growing region in the world. Mboweni announced that against this backdrop “we forecast that the South African economy will grow by 0.9 per cent and inflation will average 4.5 per cent in 2020”. He

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7:30

Sars Commissioner reacts to Tito Mboweni’s Budget...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/26

Sars Commissioner reacts to Tito Mboweni’s Budget Speech. Finance Minister announced that the country’s tax revenue shortfall for 2019/20 stood at R63.3 billion, much higher than the R52.5 billion projected in the 2019 medium term budget policy statements (MTBPS). This was due to weaker-than-expected 0.3% economic growth and the sluggish employment and wage growth which affected personal income tax collection. Moving forward, how will SARS recover from this? Guest: Edward Kieswetter, SARS

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17:17

Unions want Limpopo Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

Unions want Limpopo Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba to be removed from her position. Nursing unions have raised concerns over staff shortages, vacant posts, poor healthcare infrastructure, among other challenges facing nurses. Calls for the Health MEC's removal have since sparked the hashtag #PhophiMustFall. On Both Sides of the Story we are asking you: Is there a crisis in Limpopo's public healthcare system?Guest: Limpopo Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba Guest: Jacob Molepo, Limpopo provincial

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5:21

Sacca) will approach the courts again to compel SAA...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) and the South African Cabin Crew Association (Sacca) will approach the courts again to compel SAA to consult workers over retrenchments. Few weeks ago the Labour Court rejected the unions' joint application to halt expected jobs cuts at the ailing airline. The Unions have since written a letter to the Business Rescue Practitioners (BRPs) at SAA to enforce their members' right to meaningful engagement during the Business Rescue

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4:27

The Timothy Omotoso court case continued at the Port...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

The Timothy Omotoso court case continued at the Port Elizabeth high court today. The first witness, Andisiwe Dike took the stand yesterday. The 30-year old witness gave chilling details on how she was allegedly sexually abused by controversial Pastor Omotoso. Guest: SABC reporter in Port Elizabeth

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6:50

Budget Speech Preview

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

Budget Speech Preview: Professor Andre Roux says that minister Mboweni’s budget speech will probably come in for a great deal of criticism from both friend and foe. He joins us now to elaborate further…..Guest: Prof Andre Roux, Economist at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB)

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4:56

significance of Meetings Africa

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

World News Today: Unathi Sonwabile Henama joins us to discuss the significance of Meetings Africa that commenced yesterday. The event showcases Africa’s diverse offering of services and products where African associations and African meetings industry professionals can partner to help transform our continent. Guest: Unathi Sonwabile Henama - Lecturer, Department of Tourism Management at Tshwane University of Technology

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10:09

Soweto shutdown, Cape Town residents are expected to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/02/25

Soweto shutdown – how did it go? We are told that the protest action will continue tomorrow. Cape Town residents are expected to join the protest with the Unemployment Movement expected to picket outside Parliament tomorrow where finance minister Tito Mboweni is expected to deliver the Budget Speech.Guest: Seth Mazibuko, Soweto community leader

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