The National Pulse

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has dealt a blow to the South African Army Foundation as it withdraws its financial services provider licence. We find out more on this with… Guest: Gerhard Van Deventer - Divisional Executive for Enforcement at the FSCA

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) calls on the public to actively participate in the process of redefining the next phase of local governance by submitting inputs into the Reviewed Draft White Paper on Local Government. GUEST: Sithole Mbanga, SALGA CEO

This afternoon we introduce a new weekly feature, and to kick it off we start with one the most important conversations in the business world; the basics of business growth challenges.  Guest: Arthur Mahlangu – Business Development Strategist and Owner of BizTweak

Two SAPS major-generals Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa have been granted bail. The pair appeared alongside businessman Tariq Downes in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court this morning.  Guest: Kaizer Kganyago - NPA Spokesperson

The Human Sciences Research Council has released a survey looking into the growing anti-immigrant activism in South Africa which highlights that things are going from bad to worse.  Guest: Dr Steven Gordon, Chief Research Specialist in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division of the Human Sciences Research Council

More than 30 African leaders kicked off a summit with French President, Emmanuel Macron, in Kenya today. The Africa Forward Summit is the first France has organised in an English-speaking nation and follows a series of setbacks in West Africa, where some Francophone leaders have cut back on security and commercial links with their former colonial ruler.  GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC News Speci...

Former ANC KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Bheki Mtolo, has shared his views on the impeachment issue after Friday’s Constitutional Court ruling.  GUEST: Tara Roos, Political Analyst

The Constitutional Court will deliver its ruling on Phala Phala tomorrow. This comes after the EFF brought an application before the ConCourt against parliament's blocking of an impeachment inquiry by voting down a Section 89 panel report. GUEST: Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst

The Public Service Commission on Wednesday said its investigation into the appointment of Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe’s former private secretary and acting chief of staff Leside Mabiletja violated multiple values and principles of the public administration. We find out more on the findings… Guest: Hendrica Sithole - Investigator at the Public Service Commission

The SIU presented its budget and annual performance plan to the portfolio committee on Justice and Constitutional Development which raised concerns that the current funding structure directly constrains the unit’s workforce and limits its ability to effectively carry out its mandate. We find out more on this with… Guest: Selby Makgotho - SIU spokesperson

Today marks Day 3 of proceedings in The High Court in the landmark case on safe child relinquishment. The court will decide whether South African law should recognise safe relinquishment, including baby savers as a legal alternative to abandonment. Let’s hear more on the case with… Guest: Robyn Wolfson Vorster - Child protection activist and founder of For the Voiceless

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is grappling with severe food insecurity, especially in its capital, Kinshasa, due to climate change, prolonged conflict, and a struggling economy. GUEST: Nixon Katembo, Independent African Affairs Analyst

GUEST: Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police

About 1200 Social Relief of Distress grant beneficiaries have used the money to invest in the Isinkwa Sethu campaign run by former financial advisor, Sibusiso Ntsele, in Evaton, South of Johannesburg. GUEST: Sibusiso Ntsele, founder of Isinkwa Sethu Campaign in Evaton

The ANC Greater Johannesburg region says it is worried about a potential health crisis after a man confirmed to have Hanta virus was flown to Sandton for treatment. The man, who is a British national, was from Ascension Island in the South Atlantic for treatment in Joburg while another Dutch tourist, who was on board the MV Hondius, was flown from the island of St Helena to the City of Ekurhuleni,...

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has been placed under administration for the third time in 8 years,we speak to Universities South Africa about the impact of this on students… Guest: Dr. Phethiwe Matutu is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Universities South Africa

Several parts of South Africa have been affected by flooding following heavy rains, raising concerns about damage to infrastructure and the safety of residents. Emergency services and local authorities have been deployed to the worst-hit areas, where reports indicate road closures, displaced families, and disruptions to essential services. The Disaster Management Centre is closely monitoring the s...

Top law firms are fighting transformation in court, arguing Legal Sector Code harms B-BBEE. We find out more on what the case is about and what took place on day 2 of the hearing… Guest: Mpumelelo "Bond" Nyoka - Attorney & Legal analyst

The Constitutional Court will continue hearing arguments against the contentious National Health Insurance Act. On the first day of proceedings yesterday, the Board of Healthcare Funders argued that Parliament failed to meet its constitutional obligation to facilitate meaningful public consultation. The Bill was passed by the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces in 2023We find o...

Yesterday, award-winning Kenyan photojournalist, Boniface Mwangi, joined photographers, storytellers, and visual journalists at the launch of the Baraza Lens exhibition. As someone whose journey began behind the lens, Boniface knows the power of photography, not just to document history, but also to expose injustice, preserve history and shape how a country sees itself. GUEST: Boniface Mwangi, Awa...

The Western Cape Education Department has taken the decision to close some public schools in the Eden and Central Karoo District today and tomorrow. GUEST: Kerry Mauchline, Spokesperson to David Maynier, Western Cape Ministry of Education

Thembisa residents, on Gauteng’s East Rand, took to the streets today, to protest against what they say is the sale of unsafe and non-compliant goods at local spaza shops. GUEST: Luyanda Danca, SABC News Reporter

According to new data from Discovery Insure, South Africans bought 35% less fuel in April compared to March. GUEST: Robert Attwell, CEO of Discovery Insure

A couple of days ago, during a President's Coordinating Council meeting, News 24 asked Metro mayors, Dada Morero of the City of Joburg, Cyril Xaba who leads eThekwini, Ekurhuleni's Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, Mangaung Metro’s Gregory Nthatisi and Babalwa Lobishe who is at the helm of Nelson Mandela Bay to rate themselves.  GUEST: Siyamtanda Capa, News 24 Journalist

He recently graduated with a PhD at Stellenbosch University, making him the first black medical orthotist and prosthetist in South Africa to obtain a PhD. He joins us on the line… Guest: Dr Luphiwo Mduzana – Recent graduate, and Head of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Walter Sisulu University