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Both Sides of the Story: We look at the situation in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

In our Both Sides of the story feature today we will look at the situation in the community of Bloemhof in the North West. Residents of Boitumelong say they are concerned over the safety of their children and the elderly following the arrest of members of the anti-gang committee. They were arrested for allegedly assaulting several suspected gang members in the area.Guests: Daan Lottering - Member of the newly formed committee in Bloemhof Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone - Spokesperson for the police in

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8:06

Airlines grounded in SA

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

Guest: Phindiwe Gwebu

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8:04

The Intellectual Property Crime Conference kick...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

The Intellectual Property Crime Conference kick started today in Cape Town. While addressing the conference attendees, the Minister highlighted the negative impacts of purchasing counterfeit goods and the illegal downloading of online content – saying it has the potential of destroying legitimate businesses. Just how rife is the issue of counterfeiting and is the South African legal system robust to address this problem? Guest: Abdulla Kamaar- Senior Associate at De Beer Attorneys

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6:47

SADAG share some tips on how to survive the exam season

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

With matric exams due to start tomorrow – our expert from SADAG joins us to share some tips on how to survive the exam season. During this time of the year, SADAG usually receives calls from learners across the board – learners as young as in Primary school, High School as well as University Students who feel the pressure during the exam season. Guest: Zamo Mbhele, Clinical Psychologist and SADAG Board Member

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9:54

The department of community safety and liaison in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

The department of community safety and liaison in KwaZulu-Natal will beef up security at schools, this after exam disruption threats. The department issued a statement yesterday, saying that MEC Bheki Ntuli has instructed it and police management to reinforce schools' examination security plans to safeguard against disruptions.Guest: Bheki Ntuli, MEC for Transport, Community Safety and Liaison in KwaZulu-Natal

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7:21

World News today: Botswana elections

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

Some analysts are predicting that the ruling Botswana Democratic Party could see its first defeat at the polls since independence in 1966. They attribute this to the Khama-Masisi conflict. It is public knowledge that the rift between the former allies went so deep that Khama broke with the BDP in May and, along with his brother, now supports the newly-formed Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF).Guest on the line (Botswana): Spencer Mogapi, Deputy Editor of Botswana's Sunday Standard newspaper

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11:00

Constitutional Court: Sections of Intimidation Act...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/22

Earlier on today, the Constitutional Court ruled that sections of the Intimidation Act are unconstitutional, finding that it limits the right to freedom of expression. General Alfred Moyo who is an activist of the Macodefo civic structure in the Makause informal settlement was accused of making statements that caused the station commander of Primrose police station and her colleagues to fear for their lives. The charge, in terms of the act, was that Moyo made statements to the effect that he would

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9:14

Rape cases of children in various parts of the country

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

Recently, we have been hearing and reading about a number of rape cases of children in various parts of the country. Just today the community of Reiger Park in Boksburg were protesting over the rape of a 2 year old girl by a 34 year old man. In light of these cases we ask, is enough being done to protect children in South Africa? What could be the leading cause of such a crime on minors? Guest: Dr Shaheda Omar – Director of Clinical Services at the Teddy Bear Clinic

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6:25

Conversation with NPA in Limpopo regarding the case...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

We spoke to the NPA in Limpopo regarding the case of a 6 year old girl, Boitumelo Matsekoleng who was raped a couple of weeks ago. The little girl succumbed to her injuries and was buried this past weekend… Guest: Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi- Regional Spokesperson: DPP Limpopo

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6:59

Death toll rises in learner crash

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2019/10/21

The death toll in the crash in which six learners were killed when a truck they were travelling in overturned outside Zeerust in the North West, has risen to seven. The learners were coming from a soccer match in Driefontein village, when the driver of the truck lost control of the vehicle.Guest: Elias Malindi - Spokesperson for the North West Education Department

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4:12

Women and Men Against Child Abuse organisation is...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

The Women and Men Against Child Abuse organisation is calling for the amendment of the Children's Act to ensure the arrest of any adult who does not report incidents of child abuse they know of. Currently, the obligation to report is voluntary for non-professionals. Guest: Murombedzi Ngaa, advocacy Manager @ Women & Men Against Child Abuse

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7:26

October Food Security Month: impact of land reform on...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

October being Food Security Month, today we look at the impact of land reform on food security. Peter Setou, CEO of Vumelana Advisory Fund joins us to share some insights based on Vumelana’s experiences working with land reform beneficiaries and private investors. He will also explain the need to support Community Private Partnerships (CPP model) to ensure that land reform supports and empowers beneficiaries of the land reform programme to contribute towards viable commercial farming to drive food

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9:06

World News today: planned march aimed at fighting...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

Martha Shumba, a Zimbabwean activist based in South Africa and an executive member of the coalition against sanctions forum tells us about their planned march that is aimed at fighting sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by USA, EU and Britain. SADC has joined in the fight against these sanctions and has declared 25 October the day to stand in solidarity with Zimbabwe. Guest: Martha Shumba, Zimbabwean Activist in South Africa and an Executive Member of the Coalition Against Sanctions Forum

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7:42

Samwu reacts to Herman Mashaba’s exit

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/21

The South African Municipal Workers’ Union has welcomed the resignation of Herman Mashaba as Mayor of the City of Johannesburg – saying his resignation brings an end to his reign of terror in which workers and unions have been victims. Guest: Dumisani Magagula, Deputy General Secretary of Samwu

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6:41

Samwu unpacks their memorandum of demands

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

Earlier on today, the leadership of the South African Municipal Workers’ Union and its members marched to the City of Johannesburg chambers, where they delivered a memorandum of grievances to the metro led by DA mayor Herman Mashaba. They say since Mashaba’s administration came to power, there have been deliberate attempts by the City and its management to cripple and render the union dysfunctional. Guest: Koena Ramotlou, General Secretary of the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (Samwu)

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8:21

Several schools in Gauteng have been affected by the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

Several schools in Gauteng have been affected by the load-shedding which is currently being implemented by Eskom. According to the department pupils at about 10 centres could not successfully proceed with the exams. To find out how the department will be assisting learners affected during load-shedding.Guest: Steve Mabona - Spokesperson, Department of Education in Gauteng

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9:06

The pre-sentencing proceedings in the Nicholas Ninow...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

The pre-sentencing proceedings in the Nicholas Ninow rape trial continued at High Court in Pretoria today. A clinical psychologist who testified for the defence said that Ninow, does not fit the profile of a paedophile. He was convicted of raping a then 6 year old girl in the toilets of a Dros Restaurant in September last year. Guest: Fanuel Shuma - SABC Reporter

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6:41

Today President Cyril Ramaphosa: Launched Mara Phone...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

Today president Cyril Ramaphosa opened South Africa’s first ever cellphone manufacturing plant at Dube Trade Port in KwaZulu-Natal. The modern state-of-the-art plant, with an annual production capacity of over 1.2 million handsets, is expected to manufacture two models of smartphones – the Mara X and Mara Z. The company plans to launch upgraded versions annuallyGuest: Arthur Goldstuck MD, World Wide Worx

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4:51

Ndifelani Legege had a fallout with the school's...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

Yesterday in our Both Sides of the Story feature we spoke to Ndifelani Legege who taught at Umlambo Combined School in Amsterdam (near eSwatini border) but had a fallout with the school's principal and the school governing body (SGB) after reporting a case of corruption. He was subsequently expelled from work in December 2014 but later reinstated in January 2015.Guest: Walter Hlaise Provincial secretary, SADTU

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8:01

NUMSA And SACCA Demands The Suspension Of Board...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/17

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) and the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) are demanding for the immediate suspension of the acting board chairperson Ms. Thandeka Mgoduso of, and fellow board remuneration committee (REMCO) member, Jeff Rothschild from the South African Airways Board, pending an independent investigation into the awarding of a tender to 21st Century. Guest: Christopher Shabangu - Deputy President, South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA)

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