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The National Pulse

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12:24

Professor Hall outlines the objectives of the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/09

Professor Ruth Hall outlines the objectives of the upcoming national conference on the future of farm workers in South Africa which is due to take place next week. According to her, farm workers are an integral part of South Africa’s economy and the food system - yet they are often food insecure, marginalised and vulnerable to exploitation. Guest: Professor Ruth Hall - from the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies at the University of the Western Cape

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7:08

World News Today: Is Trump really in trouble?

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/09

Is Trump really in trouble? According to a Washington Post-Shar School poll that was published yesterday – a majority of Americans think House Democrats were right to open an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. The poll's results indicate a shift in public opinion toward impeachment since the whistleblower's allegations became public. In July, a Post-ABC News poll found that only 37% of Americans thought Democrats should begin impeachment proceedings, with 59% saying they should not

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10:10

Professor Bongani Majola clarifies the issue of Buang...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/09

Professor Bongani Majola clarifies the issue of Buang Jones. The SA Human Rights Commission is currently investigating comments that were allegedly made by Buang Jones about Springbok player Eben Etzebeth. It is reported that during his recent visit in Langebaan, Jones told the community that the Springbok star has been getting away with murder and it is these remarks that have landed him in hot water.Guest: Professor Bongani Majola, Chairperson of the SA Human Rights Commission

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8:14

A response from SASSA regarding the study conducted...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

Guest: Kgomoco Diseko - Sassa National Spokesperson

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7:07

SASSA’s Decommissioning Process Has Devastating...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

An in-depth study by the Black Sash and the department of political studies at the University of Western Cape (UWC) has found that the decommissioning of Sassa’s pay points has had a negative impact on social grant recipients, especially on their pockets and bodies. Guest: Amanda Ismail - Black Sash, Western Cape regional Manager

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7:46

we look at the integrity of the zondo commission In...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

In light of Duduzane Zuma’s testimony at the State Capture Commission of Inquiry, we look at the integrity of this commission and how it is being perceived by those who have taken the stand so far. Guest: Ralph Mathekga - Political Analyst

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3:53

Is the media reporting fairly on the work of the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo began proceedings at the State Capture Inquiry today with a furious rejection of claims that he and his fellow investigators had agreed to make life easier for Jacob Zuma ahead of his next appearance at the Commission. Zondo was referring to an article that suggested that his team furnished former President Jacob Zuma with question pact. Guest: William Bird - Director, Media Monitoring Africa

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9:12

World News Today: United Nations Security Council |...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

The United Nations Security Council is holding a debate on "Peace and Security in Africa under the banner, The Centrality of Preventative Diplomacy, Conflict Prevention and Resolution".Guest: Sophie Mokoena, SABC Africa News Editor

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9:41

SA has the world's poorest road safety records - WHO...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/08

A report issued by the World Health Organisation in 2010 revealed that South Africa has one of the world’s poorest road safety records (approximately 32 fatalities per 100 000 people while comparable developing countries have a much lower fatality rate). To deal with this problem, Santaco has entered into a strategic partnership to improve safety on our roads with the introduction of a tyre designed exclusively to meet the stringent requirements of the ‘Sesfikile’ Toyota Quantum minibus taxis and

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5:41

eThekwini municipality to help flood victims

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

This morning, eThekwini Municipality launched a programme which will provide relief to families whose homes were washed away by floods in the City. The floods resulted to injuries as well as fatalities and caused widespread damage and destruction estimated at about R658 million. Displaced residents were provided temporary shelters in eleven community halls.Guest: Thanduxolo Sabelo, Chairman of Human Settlements and Infrastructure, eThekwini Municipality

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4:34

Police in Gauteng are investigating a case of murder...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

Police in Gauteng are investigating a case of murder after two people were assaulted and burnt beyond recognition in what is believed to be an act of mob justice.Guest: Lieutenant Colonel Lungelo Dlamini - Spokesperson for SAPS in Gauteng

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6:30

OUTA to challenge AARTO bill in court

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) will be challenging the new Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act in court. In a statement, Outa says it is not opposed to the demerit system being implemented for motorists but that the scheme is flawed in its administrative processes, constitutionality and ability to reduce road fatalities.Guest: Stefanie Fick, Outa’s chief legal officer

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10:51

UJ NUMSA affiliated workers continue striking

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

University of Johannesburg workers affiliated to the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) have vowed to continue with their strike action until the university management engages with them. According to the union, the university is continuing to exploit workers who were abused by labour brokers. Insourced workers still do not receive the same salary or benefits as workers who were permanently employed. Guest: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola - Numsa Spokesperson

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12:22

Aerospace Engineer

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

Guest: Aisha Bowe - Founder and CEO at STEMBoard a technology solutions company

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7:07

World News Today: Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/07

Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry says they are working on removing Sudan from the United States terror list, while on the other hand Sudan is working on supporting Saudi Arabia in international forums, providing an environment for investment and expanding its agricultural sector. But why is this partnership so important? Guest: Ibrahim Dean - Researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre

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6:41

Celebrating Excellence: Iqra Faki

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/04

Today we celebrate Iqra Faki from Star College Cape Town Sybrand Park Campus who was recently awarded the best female award (during this year’s Eskom Expo International Science Fair) for the project "Fractal exploration: The 3-dimensional Koch snowflake." The aim of the project was to examine mathematical trends and noticeable properties for the surface area and volume of the three-dimensional Koch snowflake. Guest: Iqra Faki, from Star College Cape Town Sybrand Park Campus

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21:39

NSFAS receives over 100 000 applications for 2020

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/04

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has received over 100 0000 funding applications for the 2020 academic year. This week NSFAS visited the KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga provinces on a roadshow to reach out to learners and out of school youth who need funding but have challenges with accessing the application resources.Guest : Dr Randall Carolissen , NSFAS administrator

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6:40

False News Friday: Singapore' anti-fake news

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/04

Singapore' anti-fake news came into effect this week despite critics warning that it could be used to suppress free speech in the already tightly controlled Asian city state. According to critics it puts too much power in the hands of the Singapore government, potentially threatening civil liberties. Guest: William Bird- Director, Media Monitoring Africa (MMA)

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4:40

Communication Workers Union reacts to SABC’s cash...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/04

Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams announced this morning that a R3.2 billion bailout for the South African Broadcasting Corporation has been approved by National Treasury. However Ndabeni-Abrahams did emphasize the fact that the R2.1 billion will only be handed over to the SABC on Monday next week, with the remaining R1.1 billion to be transferred “once all conditions were met”. Guest: Aubrey Tshabalala, General Secretary of the Communication Workers Union (CWU)

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6:04

Helen Zille suspends IRR fellowship as she vies for...

The National Pulse ·

2019/10/04

Guest: Michael Morris

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