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Today Minister Fikile Mbalula met with chairpersons...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/11

Today Minister Fikile Mbalula met with chairpersons and CEO’s of transport public entities. The Minister said that focus of the 6th administration is on accelerated implementation, working with all South Africans. He also stated that Board members and Chairpersons in particular should ensure that sound corporate governance is a cornerstone of your respective entities. Minister Mbalula joins us now on the line… Guest: Minister Fikile Mbalula-Minister of Transport

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6:23

The Future of HR - Tech Improving Potential for...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/11

This year’s Future of HR Summit is carefully put together to tangibly focus on the very near future, unpacking the latest implications of digital disruption in the industry and the changing job descriptions of HR professionals. The summit starts tomorrow [We will unpack some of the outcomes of this summit tomorrow afternoon on the show]Guest: Ralf Fletcher – Founder of the FUTURE OF HR Summit

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13:35

World News today

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/11

The Nigeria elections were marred by political violence, some of it by soldiers and police officers. According to Human Rights Watch President Muhammadu Buhari should take concrete steps to address the widespread political violence, and ensure accountability for human rights abuses by soldiers and police as he begins his second term. To speak to us more on this we are joined on the line by… Guest: Anietie Ewang- Nigeria researcher @Human Rights Watch

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7:31

Focal Point sting

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/11

Minister Bathabile Dlamini has resigned as member of parliament with immediate effect. In her resignation letter, Dlamini expressed frustrations with the type of ANC leadership and also the grant payment issue when she was Social Development minister. She is currently the President of the ANC Women’s League. For a political analysis on Dlamini’s resignation, we are now joined by political analyst, Andre Duvenage Guest: Professor Andre Duvenage- Political Analyst

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15:56

Solidarity to plough money into creating Afrikaans...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/10

Solidarity are ready to plough their resources into creating an Afrikaans-centric education system that will rival the one set out by the government. Solidarity revealed their which will be financed by a whopping R4.5 billion kitty. They haven’t shared who’s financing the project financing the project but did reveal at least one company who has invested in them. To tell us more Guest: Dr Dirk Hermann - COO chief operations officer of Solidarity

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5:39

Mayor of Ethekwini placed on leave by the ANC.

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/10

Mayor of Ethekwini, Zandile Gumede has been placed on leave by the ANC in KwaZulu Natal. The party said that this was done to protect integrity of ANC. Gumede is currently out on bail of R50 000 bail after being arrested for corruption relating to a R230m waste removal tender. What does this mean for Ms Gumede’s political career? Could this be the end of her? Guest: Sanusha Naidoo- Political Analyst

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5:21

The Family of murdered Forest High School boy not...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/10

The family of the boy that was murdered at Forest High School were not pleased with the court’s decision of granting R5000 bail to the murder suspect. Therefore, what legal grounds justify for a person to be granted bail? Guest: Nqobizitha Mlilo- Legal Expert

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9:01

World News Today: Kenya & Somalia

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/10

Rising tensions between Kenya and Somalia over political and economical interests have seen the two East African countries also spar pettily over border and immigration rules. Guest: Professor Gilbert Khadiagala-Professor of International Relations at Wits

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10:06

Stabbing of three pupils at Forest High School last...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/10

Stabbing three other pupils at Forest High School last Monday, and killing one of them, has been granted bail of R5 000 by the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court. Mwela's bail conditions include that he does not leave the country and, if in possession of a passport, he hands it in to the investigating officer working on the case. For more on this we are joined by Mohamed MwelaGuest: Sashin Naidoo – SABC Reporter

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5:00

Cape Town will host the country’s first medicinal...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

Cape Town will host the country’s first medicinal cannabis plant, producing medical cannabis, cannabis oil and capsules. According to James Vos, Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Opportunities and Asset Management, ‘this is a landmark decision and a first in the country’. Guest: James Vos, Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Opportunities and Asset Management

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8:13

Zukiswa Ramasia has been appointed as the South...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

Zukiswa Ramasia has been appointed as the South African Airways (SAA) Acting CEO. She previously held the position of general manager for operations of the carrier. Her appointment follows the resignation of SAA CEO, Vuyani Jarana. Jarana cited uncertainty around funding and slow decision making processes – delaying the airline’s turnaround strategy – as key reasons for his departure. Is Ms Ramasia’s appointment a step in the right direction? What is needed to revive the national airline? Guest: Dr

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5:48

President of the ANC, Cyril Ramphosa has weighed in...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

President of the ANC, Cyril Ramphosa has weighed in on the issue of the South African Reserve Bank by saying that the ANC’s policy on the Reserve Bank has not changed. This follows a public spat among party leaders after secretary-general Ace Magashule announced this week that the ANC’s national executive committee lekgotla had resolved to expand the mandate of the Reserve Bank. Now that the president of the ANC has set the record straight on this matter, what does it mean for the party? Guest:

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6:12

Civil rights organisations are calling for the...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

Civil rights organisations are calling for the release of Farirai Gumbonzvanda, a Zimbabwean Human Rights Activist and her co-accused. According to these organisations, Farirai has been baselessly accused of intent to subvert and overthrow the constitutionally elected Government of Zimbabwe, in addition to the charges of counter-intelligence, and acts of terrorism - charges which if convicted carry a maximum term of 20 years.Guest: Bafana Khumalo, Senior Strategic Advisor at Sonke Gender Justice

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6:18

A Mpumalanga teacher brandishing a firearm during an...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

A Mpumalanga teacher has been suspended after he brought a firearm to grade 11 mid-year examinations. It is reported that the teacher was invigilating the examinations on Monday while pupils were writing the Tourism paper. In the video, he can be seen walking between desks with a gun in his right hand.Guest: Jasper Zwane, spokesperson for the department of education in Mpumalanga

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8:55

What’s behind the mass exodus of ANC MPs?

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

The number of former cabinet ministers resigning from Parliament continues to rise with Tokozile Xasa becoming the fourth former minister to resign from the National Assembly this week.Guest: Makhosini Mgitywa, Political commentator

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6:19

Resident of Alexandra are unhappy with the City of...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

Resident of Alexandra are unhappy that the City of Johannesburg is insisting that illegal houses, which had been demolished last week should be rebuilt. The people of Alexandra are calling for the demolition of every illegal structure in the community, and have accused Joburg mayor Herman Mashaba of breaking the city’s bylaws. Guest: Bobby Solomons- Spokesperson for the Alex Shutdown

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6:17

The application of Corruption Watch and Right2Know to...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

The application of Corruption Watch and Right2Know to review and set aside the findings of the Arms Procurement Commission (the Seriti Commission) will finally resume next week after several years of dogged scrutiny of the flawed processes and ongoing efforts to hold those implicated in the alleged corruption in the arms deal accountable. To discuss the importance of this case, we are joined by……Guest: Deborah Mutemwa-Tumbo, Head of Legal & Investigation at Corruption Watch

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4:26

World News Today

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou will challenge her extradition to the United States on fraud charges at hearings set to begin in January next year. Wanzhou is fighting extradition on charges that she misled global banks about Huawei’s relationship with a company operating in Iran.Guest: Prof John Stremlau is Visiting Professor of International Relations at Wits

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8:52

Focal Point sting

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/07

The National Prosecuting Authority has withdrawn charges against Vlakfontein murder accused, Fita Khupe, in the Lenasia Regional Court today. Residents of Vlakfontein have taken to the streets to show their unhappiness with the decision Guest: Gillian Pillay- SABC Reporter

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3:34

much research exists to show that greenwashing can...

The National Pulse ·

2019/06/06

Dr Jako Volschenk, senior lecturer in Strategy and Sustainability at the University of Stellenbosch Business School, says “much research exists to show that greenwashing can help companies achieve higher prices for its products, even when the claims they make are false. Terms such as “environmentally friendly”, “organic”, and “natural” or “pure” are popping up on marketing campaigns across the world for products that range from shampoo to soft drinks, all trying to attract the attention of the

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