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The National Pulse

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8:26

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari to visit South...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/09

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari will visit South Africa next month to reinforce the bonds between the two countries after a wave of deadly riots and xenophobic attacks. According to the presidency, Buhari’s visit will assist South Africa to develop responses to the challenges faced by both countries post xenophobic attacks. Guest: Sanusha Naidu, Senior research associate at the Institute of Global Dialogue

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7:18

Department of health in Limpopo is aiming at...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/06

The department of health in Limpopo is aiming at significantly reducing malaria cases in 2019. The department has started with the process of fumigation in the lowveld regions, including the Mopani and Vhembe districts. For more on this story we are joined on the line by…Guest: Dr Phophi Ramathuba- MEC for Health in Limpopo

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9:33

A reaction to the president’s address to the nation...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/06

Guest: Wessel van den Berg- Children's Rights and Positive Parenting unit manager at Sonke Gender Justice

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10:36

Reaction is pouring in following the death of Robert...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/06

Reaction is pouring in following the death of Robert Mugabe who ruled Zimbabwe for more than three decades. We now speak to Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu, who will talk to us about Mugabe’s leadership style. Nemavhandu is the author of the book “Mugabe’s Crimes exposed” Guest: Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu, Author of the book “Mugabe’s Crimes exposed”

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9:30

Unpacking Mugabe’s intricate legacy

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/06

As we continue to unpack Mugabe’s intricate legacy – we now focus on Mugabe the enemy of the people: In conversation with George Mkhwanazi who will give us the other side of Mugabe. Guest: George Mkhwanazi, activist for the restoration of Matebeleland statehood

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19:08

In-hindsight: We speak to Mickey Miji who is a former...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

In our In-Hindsight feature today we speak to Mickey Miji who is a former sex worker and account manager at embrace dignity, a nonprofit organisation that provides support to women escaping prostitution. Guest: Mickey Miji - former sex worker and account manager at embrace dignity

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5:05

The impact of xenophobia on SA’s tourism prospects

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

Unathi Henama who is a tourism lecturer at Tshwane University of Technology shares thoughts on the impact of xenophobia on SA’s tourism prospects. He is arguing that the recent looting of shops and the shutdown of several business districts in South African cities is barbaric and a form of home grown terrorism. He joins us now to elaborate further….Guest: Unathi Henama, Tourism Lecturer at Tshwane University of Technology

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7:36

An analysis on the president’s address to the nation...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

Guest: Somadoda Fikeni - Political Analyst

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10:02

Dr John Kani is calling on men in the creative...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

South Africa’s legendary actor Dr John Kani is calling on men in the creative industries to stand up against gender-based violence. This after the killing of University of Cape Town student, Uyinene Mrwetyana. Guest: Dr John Kani, SA actor

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5:38

The United Nations has urged South African...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

Guest: Musa Mdunge, political analyst

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9:31

CRL Commission has issued a statement condemning all...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/05

The Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities (CRL Commission) has issued a statement condemning all forms of attacks or violence against any person irrespective of whether is local or a foreign national. The commission has noted with grave concern the high rate of violence in our country which has sadly been characterised by the destruction of property, looting of shops, injuries and loss of lives. Guest: Professor David Mosoma,

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16:37

Both sides: minister Ronald Lamola has promised to...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

Following the recent killings of women in the country, Justice minister Ronald Lamola has promised to take calls for a referendum for the return of the death sentence to the cabinet. In our both sides of the story feature we’ll revisit the topic of the death penalty and the question that we are asking is, should the death penalty be brought back? Guest: Chrispin Phiri- Justice ministry spokesperson Guest: Steve Swart- African Christian Democratic Party Member of Parliament who sits on the

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4:49

Panyaz Lesufi has called for calm in Katlehong...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

MEC for education in Gauteng, Panyaz Lesufi has called for calm in Katlehong following rumours that schools are being torched and being set as targets for kidnapping in the area. Guest: Steve Mabona- Spokesperson for the Gauteng MEC for Education

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5:01

Police have arrested the man who allegedly murdered...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

Police have arrested the man who allegedly murdered his three children and their older sister in Wyebank on Tuesday. The 44 year old suspect who had been on the run has been charged with four counts of murder. Guest: Colonel Thembeka Mbele- Spokesperson for Police in KwaZulu Natal

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7:17

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has officially opened applications for the 2020 funding under the theme ‘Make A Difference’. NSFAS has said that the application process has become simpler, quicker and more user-friendly for applicants. Guest: Dr Randall Carolissen- NSFAS administrator

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10:38

The Zindzi Mandela Foundation (ZMF) will celebrate...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

The Zindzi Mandela Foundation (ZMF) will celebrate the African New Year on the 23rd of this month under the theme: “Black Reconciliation”. Guest : Mkhulu Nsingiza- Managing Director

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7:15

In conversation with Merle Mansfield about the state...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

In conversation with Merle Mansfield about the state of education in South African and what can be done to ensure all South African learners get the chance they deserve to succeed at school and make it through to the end. One disturbing thing about our education system is that, despite SA’s significant investment in basic education more than the US or the UK - far too many children still cannot read or write, and struggle with basic numeracy. Guest: Merle Mansfield, Project Director of the Zero

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11:10

Post the recent escalation of xenophobic attacks by...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/04

Post the recent escalation of xenophobic attacks by South African nationals on other Africans. The Secretary General of Zambia’s Ruling Party, the Patriotic Front (PF), Davies Mwila, has written to his South African counterpart Ace Magashule; Secretary General of the ANC, urging the ANC to lead South Africans in a “new kind of struggle” against xenophobia.Guest : Sunday Chanda, Media director for Zambia’s Patriotic Front

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18:45

Both Sides of The Story: Gender Based Violence ,why...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/03

In our Both Sides of the Story today we will look at the issue of Gender Based Violence and the question that we are asking is, why are not doing enough to address this issue? This is at the backdrop of the murder of UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana. Guests: Tamara Mathebula – Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE)Guest: Themba Masango- Spokesperson, Not In My Name

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6:38

South Africa has avoided a technical recession after...

The National Pulse ·

2019/09/03

South Africa has avoided a technical recession after Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said the country economy grew by 3.1% in the second quarter. Stats SA says this follows a revised 3.3% contraction in the first three months of the year. This is much stronger than expected: A Reuters poll of economists had forecast growth of 2.4%.Guest: Dr Azar Jammine- Economist.

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