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9:00

The South African Communist Party (SACP) is picketing...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/23

The South African Communist Party (SACP) is picketing outside the US Embassy in Pretoria - calling for an end to tensions between Iran and Washington. The demonstration is in response to America's recent military attack in Iraq - that killed Iranian top General, Qasem Soleimani. Washington blamed Soleimani for masterminding attacks by Iran-aligned militias against US forces in the Middle East. Iran responded to the killing of Soleimani by launching missile strikes on US targets in Iraq -although no

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6:00

The findings of the Corruption Perceptions Index Report

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/23

We look at the findings of the Corruption Perceptions Index Report. This year’s report highlights the importance of the relationship between money, political power and corruption. Further analysis shows how corruption is more pervasive in countries where big money can flow freely into electoral campaigns. Guest: David Lewis, Executive Director @ Corruption Watch

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11:38

In conversation with former Johannesburg Mayor,...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/23

In conversation with former Johannesburg Mayor, Herman Mashaba who this week revealed that he has formed his new political party, The People's Dialogue. He will talk to us about his recent announcement that he will be helping the families of Lily Mine employees in their bid to retrieve the bodies of their relatives that are buried underground.Guest : Herman Mashaba, founder of The People’s Dialogue

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10:37

MEC Maile suspends DA Tshwane speaker and former DA...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/23

Gauteng MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has decided to suspend Tshwane speaker Katlego Mathebe and Johannesburg speaker Vasco Da Gama for six months and three months respectively. In light of the chaos during a special council sitting on 16 January, Cogta said their conclusion was informed by the sequence of events that led to the collapse of the council meeting.Guest: Lebogang Maile, Gauteng MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

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13:49

Gauteng Health announces more measures to curb...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

The Gauteng Health Department has outlined the measures it's taking to prevent further infections at Tembisa Hospital's prenatal unit. These include the deployment of more nurses and resources by the National Institute for Communicable Diseases. This after 17 cases of - what is suspected to be - Klebsiella pneumonia were reported late last year, resulting in the deaths of 10 babies. The bacteria are resistant to antibiotics and causes infections in the blood steam, lungs and urinary tract -

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5:55

The DA has officially laid corruption charges against...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

The DA has officially laid corruption charges against the Mayor of George in the Southern Cape, as well as a number of senior municipal officials and business people. Melvin Naik is also accused of interference in administrative processes. The DA says a forensic report found substantive evidence of criminal activity against Naik. He was voted in as mayor in the DA run municipality following the 2016 local government elections.Guest: Geordin Hill-Lewis – DA’s George constituency Head

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5:19

Lesotho Police Request PM Tom Thabane To Answer...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

The Prime Minister of Lesotho Tom Thabane was today expected to present himself before the Deputy Police Commissioner in Lesotho at the police headquarters. The SABC has reliably learnt that an alternative venue may have been arranged for the Prime Minister to appear and assist police with the investigation into the assassination of his former wife Lipolelo Thabane in 2017. Lipolelo was gunned down just two days before Tom Thabane's inauguration.Guest: Sophie Mokoena - SABC’s foreign desk editor

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7:38

Nyati Lodge owners extend an invite to the SAHRC to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

The Nyati Bush lodge has extended an invite to the South African Human Rights Commission to re-visit the campsite where 13-year old Parktown Boys learner, Enoch Mpianzi had died. Yesterday, the Mpianzi family along with the SAHRC jumped over the gate to gain access to the property. The lodge owners had initially agreed that they visit, but sent a message while they were on their way saying they were in consultation with their lawyers. Guest: Sashin Naidoo

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7:01

Govt delegation to intervene in volatile...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

A high-powered government delegation has been deployed to the strife-torn Maluti-A-Phofung Municipality in the eastern Free State. Angry residents have embarked on violent service delivery protests, demanding constant water supply in QwaQwa, Harrismith and Kestell. Co-operative Governance deputy minister, Parks Tau, and his Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation counterpart, David Mahlobo, were expected to meet with community leaders earlier today in a bid to quell simmering tensions.Guest: Ishmael

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9:39

Sanco members marched to JB Marks Municipality to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

Earlier on today, Sanco members marched to JB Marks Municipality offices to voice their grievances over unsatisfactory circumstances in their area. Residents are demanding better delivery of services and they also want immediate action to be taken about dry taps, spillage of sewage and electricity cuts that have been going on for quite some time now.Guest: Kgotso Sehurutshe, Chairperson of Sanco, JB Marks Zone

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9:34

The latest report from the Institute of Race...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

Unpacking the latest report from the Institute of Race Relations (IRR), titled “Freeing Education”. According to Hermann Pretorius this document offers practical and easily implementable policy solutions to the failures in the South African education system. Guest: Hermann Pretorius, Campaigns Manager at the IRR

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5:20

World News today: The Communist Party of Swaziland is...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

The Communist Party of Swaziland is calling for maximum unity among all oppressed sectors in eSwatini, this following the refusal by the Mswati regime to recognise and register an organisation that advocates for LGBTIQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer+) rights. Guest: Pius Vilakati, is responsible for Information and Publicity for Communist Party of Swaziland

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10:06

Outcomes of the ANC Lekgotla

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/22

Post the NEC meeting of the African National Congress, we a look at a number of issues that were discussed, including the State Owned Enterprises, land reform and the economy of the country. The ANC Lekgotla is an annual gathering of the governing party held twice in a year. It meets to identify urgent priorities requiring attention and it helps to guide the work of ANC officials deployed in government in the year ahead. Guest: Abongile Dumako

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14:17

Both Sides of the Story: how can we improve the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

Today on Both Sides of the Story we ask, how can we improve the education system in South Africa? Our guest, Dr Mamphela Ramphele has slammed the proposed Grade 9 certificate by Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga, saying it does not confront the root causes of poor quality education in South Africa. Guests: Dr Mamphela Ramphele, Co-founder of ReimagineSA Elijah Mhlanga, Spokesperson of the Department of Basic Education

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5:31

SAA has defended its decision to cancel some of its...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

SAA has defended its decision to cancel some of its local and international flights. In statement issued this morning, the struggling national carrier says the move is aimed at conserving cash and optimising the airline's position ahead of further capital injection. Among flights affected are those linking Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban and Munich in Germany.Guest: Tlali tlali

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6:01

PSA says it is disturbed by reports of an armed...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

The Public Servants Association (PSA) says it is disturbed by reports of an armed robbery at Quary Heights Primary School in Newlands, Durban. Robbers apparently robbed the school’s staff of money that was collected from learners as school and registration fees. The PSA says this is not the only problem, they sight incident in hospitals and other government institutions.Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – Provincial Manager for the Public Servants Association’s Durban Office

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18:55

Mofumahadi Manapo Mopeli hospital in Qwaqwa to...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

The CEO of Mofumahadi Manapo Mopeli hospital in Qwaqwa - Dr Balekile Mzangwa says they will continue to render health services despite calls by the community to transfer patients to other hospitals. Residents embarked on a service delivery protest over water shortage in the area. Dr Mzangwa says closing the hospital is not an option.Guest: Scotch Skhosana, leader of the Total Shutdown Maluti Aphofung Committee Guest: Dr David Motau – Head of Department at the Free State Provincial Health

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4:31

AfriForum reports Ramaphosa to UN over farm murder...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

AfriForum wants the United Nations to obtain a commitment from Ramaphosa and the South African government that it will effectively protect AfriForum as a human rights defender. The organisation has laid an official complaint against the president as well as Lindiwe Sisulu, accusing them of trying to ‘discredit’ them ‘as a human rights defender’.Guest: Ernst Van Zyl, AfriForum spokesperson

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6:27

MEC for Health in Limpopo has reacted with shock...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

The MEC for Health in Limpopo Dr Phophi Ramathuba has reacted with shock and sadness following the discovery of the body of a medical intern on the Mankweng Hospital grounds over the weekend. Earlier on today, the MEC visited the family of Shongile Nkhwashu. Guest: Dr Phophi Ramathuba, MEC for Health in Limpopo

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8:27

SA Municipal Workers in Limpopo are challenging the...

The National Pulse ·

2020/01/21

The SA Municipal Workers in Limpopo is challenging the Sekhukhune District Municipality’s decision to pay salaries to its employees through cheques. The union says they were never consulted before a council resolution was taken on the matterGuest: Patrick Aphane, Provincial Secretary of Samwu in Limpopo

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