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The National Pulse

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4:54

fuel tanker exploded near Worcester’s industrial area

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

In the early hours of the morning three people, including two firemen, sustained injuries after a fuel tanker exploded near Worcester’s industrial area. The blast was apparently caused when the tanker and a light motor vehicle crashed in the vicinity of High Street in the Boland townGuest: Mr Botha - Fire Officer

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10:18

Councilors from the African National Congress Caucus...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

Yesterday, councilors from the African National Congress (ANC) Caucus staged a march outside the Eskom headquarters in Sunninghilll, north of Johannesburg. They are demanding that the power utility improve its supply of electricity to their areasGuest: Geoff Makhubo- ANC Chairperson in Johannesburg

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4:52

Sanef is calling on all elected leaders as well as...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

Can journalist be allowed to do their job without being harassed? Sanef is calling on all elected leaders as well as the law enforcement authorities to take seriously the safety of journalists. This following attacks on Newzroom Afrika reporter Mweli Masilela and the harassment of Independent Media journalists Piet Rampedi and Mzilikazi Wa Africa.Guest: Kate Skinner, Executive Director

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7:01

Sadtu in KwaZulu-Natal has noted the violence in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

We examine the outcomes of Sadtu’s Provincial General Council. The PGC of Sadtu in KwaZulu-Natal has noted that violence in our schools has had an adverse effect on the working conditions of teachers and according to them there is evidence to suggest that this has had a direct impact on the educational outcomes.Guest: Nomarashiya Caluza- Sadtu Provincial Secretary

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7:39

World News today, We tackle Guinea’s tribal wars

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

As many as 24 people were killed over three days of violence, including pregnant women and children. Apparently tribal violence is common in Papua New Guinea's interior, where villagers avenge relatives in retaliation known as "payback".Guest: Dr Vusi Sibanda, Political analyst and President of the African Diaspora Forum

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9:00

AfriForum to approach court over pending Malema cases

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/10

Earlier on today, AfriForum briefed the media on three cases involving Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema. In April last year they announced that they will privately prosecute Malema and those who stand accused alongside him for alleged fraud and corruption relating to tenders awarded to the EFF leader’s engineering company On-Point Engineering in LimpopoGuest: Advocate Gerrie Nel - Head of AfriForum’s private prosecuting unit

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5:50

Former CEO PIC Dan Matjila continued with his...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

The former CEO of the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Dan Matjila continued with his testimony at the PIC commission on inquiry today. Matjila said that the mood at PIC was so bad that the board decided to conduct an employee survey twice. He, however said that the biggest issues were the promotions and remuneration Guest: Amina Accram – SABC Reporter Joins us now on the line for the latest on the PIC inquiry

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15:58

Piet Rampedi accuses several of his former colleagues...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

Former Sunday Times Journalist Piet Rampedi has made sensational claims that Tiso Blackstar officials and senior journalists plotted and campaigned to discredit him for exposing the SARS rogue unit. He has accused several of his former colleagues of being involved in a cover-up driven by Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan. He joins us now on the line…Guest: Piet Rampedi- Independent Media Investigations Editor & African Times Editor

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5:13

The High Court in Johannesburg has Ruled in Favour of...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

Last week Monday, the High Court in Johannesburg ruled in favour of the NCR against Standard Bank that the common law set-off does not apply to credit agreements which are subject to the National Credit Act. This follows an application for a declaratory order brought by the NCR against Standard Bank seeking legal clarity on the effect of section 124 of the NCA on the common law set-off.Guest: Nthupang Magolego - Senior Legal Advisor at the National Credit Regulator

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7:21

Adèle Kirsten joins us to discuss the significance of...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

Adèle Kirsten joins us to discuss the significance of Global Gun Destruction Day. The 9th of July was declared by the UN as #GunDestructionDay, making it the official date for destruction of small arms worldwide. In the past decade global gun stocks have increased, fuelling crime, conflict, gender-based violence, forced migration and more. Guest: Adèle Kirsten – Director, Gun Free SA

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7:03

Shamila Batohi withdraws charges of racketeering...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

National Prosecuting Authority boss Shamila Batohi has decided to withdraw racketeering charges against former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Johan Booysen. As you may recall, the initial decision by former deputy national director of prosecutions Nomgcobo Jiba was set aside by the Durban High Court but the charges were later reinstated by Advocate Shaun Abrahams when he was appointed to lead the National Prosecuting Authority.Guest: Johan Booysen, former head of KwaZulu-Natal Hawks

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11:23

World News today: UN calls for Libya ceasefire

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/09

On Friday last week, The UN Security Council called for a ceasefire in Libya as the death toll from a three-month offensive on Tripoli reached 1,000, including scores killed in an air strike that hit a detention centre for migrants. The fighting in Libya has forced more than 100,000 people to flee their homes.Guest: Naeem Jeena – Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre

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4:11

Steve Tshwete Municipality rated as the number 1...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

The State of Steve Tshwete Municipality: Currently they are rated as the number 1 Municipality in the province and the fourth best in the country by the Government Institute in relation to service delivery.Guest: Bagudi Tolo, Executive Mayor of Steve Local Municipality

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7:01

2019 officially marks the 10 year anniversary of the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

2019 officially marks the 10 year anniversary of the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the annual International Nelson Mandela Day (18 July 2019). Habitat for Humanity South Africa in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation is honouring Tata Madiba’s legacy by building decent houses for low-income families in a transformational Team Build experience this Mandela Day (15-19 July) in JHB, CPT and KZN. To tell us more about their plans

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19:21

Former PIC CEO Dan Matjila testified before the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

07 Former Public Investment Corporation (PIC), CEO Dan Matjila testified before the judicial commission of inquiry into the Corporation today. His testimony comes after former PIC executive managers and staff accused him of the misuse of funds, intimidation, corruption, and careless investment decisions taken at the Corporation during his tenor [Clip]Guest: Amina Accram – SABC Reporter Joins us now on the line for the latest on the PIC inquiry

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5:46

Cosatu demands Ramaphosa chide Tito Mboweni over...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

The Congress of South African Trade Unions wants President Cyril Ramaphosa to deal with Finance Minister Tito Mboweni after a social media spat with Gauteng premier David Makhura over the scrapping of e-tolls. Cosatu comments follow a disagreement between Makhura and Mboweni which played out on Twitter late last week. Guest: Mike Shingange- COSATU’s second deputy president

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5:41

Minister Lindiwe Sisulu calls on all provinces to...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

The Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu has called on the three spheres of government to prioritize and fast track the issuing of title deeds to the beneficiaries of the government subsidized houses. Guest: Ndibuyo Mabaya - spokesperson of Lindiwe Sisulu, Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation

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5:21

World News today

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

Yesterday Nigeria and Benin signed a landmark African trade accord. AU leaders hope the agreement, which comes after 17 years of tough negotiations, will create the world’s largest free trade area, estimating a 60% boost in trade between the continent’s 1.2 billion people by 2022. What is the significance of the Africa Trade Agreement in aiding and growing the continent’s economy?Guest: Dr Emanuel Matambo, Visiting Researcher at the Centre for Africa – China Studies @UJ

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7:51

Ethekwini mayor Zandile Gumede is expected to return...

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/08

Ethekwini mayor Zandile Gumede is expected to return to work tomorrow as her special leave lapses today. Gumede was forced to take 30 days leave after being charged with fraud and corruption. What now for the ANC in KZN – are they going to allow her back or not? Guest: Benedict Xolani Dube, political analyst from the XUBERA Institute for Research and Development

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19:00

In Hindsight

The National Pulse ·

2019/07/04

Today we feature Dr Ziba Jiyane whom many describe as South Africa’s serial political party hopper. Last year he joined the National Freedom Party which became his seventh political home. Looking back over the years – does he have any regrets? Guest: Dr Ziba Jiyane, former IFP, Nadeco & DA member (and now member of the National Freedom Party

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