The National Pulse

7:49

World Teachers’ Day

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

Today, the country observes World Teachers' Day, an annual celebration on October 5 to commemorate the adoption of the 1996 International Labour Organisation and Unesco recommendation on the status of teachers. The recommendation sets benchmarks on the rights and responsibilities of teachers and standards for their further education, recruitment, employment, and teaching and learning conditions… GUEST: Nomusa Cembi, SADTU Media Officer

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11:31

Portfolio Committee on International Relations and...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

The Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation has noted with concern the Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s confirmation that it has issued a third demarche to the Ambassador of the United States of America to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III, over what DIRCO has described as undiplomatic conduct. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Supra Mahumapelo, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and

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7:12

Mitchells Plain launches trauma-informed holiday...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

The Mitchells Plain Safety and Development Forum has launched a trauma-informed holiday programme for children aged 7 to 14. To tell us more on this is… GUEST: Wendy Abrahams - Founder of the Advance Edukos Foundation and a resident of Strandfontein who grew up in Mitchells Plain

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6:49

#TeachersDayTeachers do far more than teach lessons...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

#TeachersDayTeachers do far more than teach lessons and prepare learners for exams they are often the first to recognise potential in a young person before they see it in themselves. As we mark World Teachers’ Day today, we look at the vital role teachers play in shaping futures, and the support they need to fulfil that role. GUEST: Shaun Fuchs – CEO and Founder of Centennial Schools

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7:00

GROW MY BUSINESS’

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

For many small businesses, success is not only about having a good product or service. Soft skills such as communication, negotiation and conflict management can play a critical role in attracting clients, resolving challenges and building sustainable businesses. Our guest this afternoon takes us through the importance of this… GUEST: Promise Twala, founder and Chief Operations Officer of Somkhanda Communications

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5:17

Aka and Tibz murder trial starts

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

The long-awaited trial into the murders of rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his friend, Chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane finally got under way at the Durban High Court on today. We cross now to our SABC Reporter to find out on today’s proceeding… GUEST: Celumusa Zulu – SABC Reporter

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6:40

Midlands sexual abuse scandal widens as 60 women come...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

A KwaZulu-Natal Midlands sexual misconduct scandal is widening with 60 women now coming forward with allegations against a Hilton man. The allegations span several years with a private investigator working with police to revisit an earlier case that stalled. We find out more on the case… GUEST: Brad Nathanson - Private investigator investigating the case

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5:19

Hangwani Maumela’s bid to halt Ferrari sales fails

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

]Hangwani Maumela has lost his bid to stop the sale of a Ferrari seized by the SIU as part of its investigation into alleged corruption linked to Tembisa Hospital. Let’s get reaction from… GUEST: Advocate Selby Makgotho, Spokesperson of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU)

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6:04

22-year-old woman found dead in trench near...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

Police have opened an inquest after a 22-year-old woman was found dead and partially clothed near the University of Limpopo campus fence in Mankweng on Sunday morning. The woman was found along Sovenga Street at about 6am, with her head inside a trench next to the campus fence. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Katlego Nyoni, SABC News Reporter

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10:40

October fuel price hike: Impact on Ordinary People

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

South African motorists are facing another hefty fuel price increase from this Wednesday, with current projections pointing to petrol increases of more than R3 a litre for most fuel grades. Dr Azar Jammine is the Director and Chief Economist of Econometrix and he now joins me on the line to talk about the impact of this fuel price hike on ordinary South Africans… GUEST: Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist of Econometrix

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8:07

BMA Takes Firm Stance Against Corruption and...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

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4:53

Rhodes students protest

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

Rhodes University students in the Eastern Cape have embarked on a fees related protest shutting down academic activities at the institution. We find out more on what transpired today following clashes with the police… GUEST: Sisipho Ngcumbe – SABC Reporter

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8:25

SAAPA National Alcohol Summit

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

Today is World No Alcohol Day, putting the spotlight on alcohol-related harm and the need for stronger action. SAAPA South Africa is marking the day with a National Alcohol Summit at Constitution Hill, following a demonstration led by the organisation to highlight the impact of alcohol on vulnerable communities. Joining us now is… GUEST: Nomcebo Dlamini - Campaign Director of the True Cost of Alcohol Campaign by the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in South Africa (SAAPA SA)

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16:50

Human Rights Watchdog Demands Accountability Two Die...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights Africa says the North West Department of Health’s responses to the deaths of two patients in their care at the Witrand Psychiatric Hospital, is inadequate. The mental health watchdog has alleged abuse and neglect in the country’s mental health institutions. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Maurithus Meiring, Coordinator and Spokesperson for The Citizens Commission on Human Rights Africa (CCHR Africa)

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6:43

Warrant of Arrest Stayed After Mapisa-Nqakula Misses...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/05

A warrant of arrest has been issued but stayed against former National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, after she failed to appear in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria to continue her corruption trial today. Let’s get an understanding on what this could mean for Mapisa-Nqakula with… GUEST: Bophelo Seleke - Independent Legal Analyst

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8:58

Soweto mural to raise GBVF awareness

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/02

This weekend, artists and members of the public will come together in Soweto to create a major mural raising awareness about gender-based violence and femicide. The community-led initiative aims to turn a public wall near Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital into a space for remembrance, solidarity and action. To tell us more is… GUEST: Nonka Mbonambi – Gender Activist and Curator of the event

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13:04

Sibiya Back In Court

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/02

The bail application of Suspended Deputy National Police Commission, Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya, resumed in the Randburg Magistrates Court today. Prosecutors added a sixth charge against Sibiya, relating to the alleged unlawful storage of a firearm. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Sashin Naidoo, SABC News Reporter

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8:52

Commission findings and recommendations should have...

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/02

Former Chief Justice Raymond Zondo says South Africa must move beyond investigating corruption and ensure that those found to have acted unethically face consequences. Let’s make sense of this loaded remark by the CJ who chaired the Zondo Commission… GUEST: Tebogo Khaas - Founder and Chairperson of Public Interest SA

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7:11

Gautrain gets new operator

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/02

The Gautrain is entering a new chapter following the appointment of a new operator for the next 15 years. With the transition now underway, there are questions around what this means for the future of the service, its passengers and the wider public transport network in Gauteng. I’m joined now by… GUEST: Albi Modise – Senior Executive Manager: Communications and Marketing at Gautrain

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14:41

The future of Eskom

The National Pulse ·

2026/10/02

South Africa’s energy future is being shaped by major changes at Eskom and the broader electricity sector, but there is also growing debate about what is fact and what is misinformation. Let’s discuss the challenges facing “Eskom 2.0” and whether the country’s energy ambitions are achievable. GUEST: Mteto Nyati – Eskom Board Chairperson

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