The National Pulse

Today - we are joined by the inaugural chairperson and founding member of the Pan African Bar Association of South Africa (PABASA), the first African Bar of advocates. He has been the lead counsel in many prominent cases in South Africa. He was senior counsel for former president Jacob Zuma in his appearance in the Zondo Commission and other criminal matters. He was also counsel in the freedom son...

    National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, has denied protecting North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi and forensic investigator, Paul O’Sullivan, after the Economic Freedom Fighters leader, Julius Malema, accused the speaker of political protection over her refusal to subpoena the two. For more on this, I am joined on the line by…   GUEST: Mazwi Blose, EFF MP  

The attack raises serious concerns over intimidation of witnesses and those linked to high-profile cases. It is reported that Pretorius was about to drive into his residence when attacked by unknown suspects driving a white Toyota Vitz. They fired shots at him before driving away. He escaped unharmed, and the motive of the shooting is unknown at this stage. Gauteng police have confirmed that inves...

    As we commemorate the coming into effect of our democratic Constitution. SECTION27 and WeThePeopleSA have just launched the  “Know Your Constitution Handbook” to the South African Constitution. The South African Constitution was adopted by the Constitutional Assembly on 8 May 1996 and certified by the Constitutional Court in October 1996. On 10 December 1996, former...

    As the academic year is about to begin for varsity students, many of them are facing financial exclusion due to accumulated debt and the inability to pay registration fees. To address this problem, TTI Group has just launched TTI Academy that will offer bursaries, learnerships and accredited skills development programs, providing alternative pathways for financially needy students. T...

    New research shows the intensity of heavy downpours has increased by 40%, as scientists find that climate change and La Nina fueled the exceptionally intense downpours that caused catastrophic flooding across South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Eswatini in recent weeks. Interestingly, we are told that human-caused climate change is supercharging rainfall events. To explain what th...

    The second accused in the DJ Warras murder case appeared today at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. SABC News Reporter, Pearl Magubane was in court and now joins me on the line to tell us what happened…   GUEST: Pearl Magubane, SABC News Reporter 

    St. John’s College star pupil, Siza Gule, will be leaving for the US later this year to study at the Harvard University after bagging 9 distinctions. While he waits for this trip to happen, Sazi Gule has an interesting initiative to help the class of 2026. Let’s chat about his matric results and the initiative…   GUEST: Sazi Gule, Class of 2025 star learner on...

    The Democratic Alliance rejects this move, claiming that public consultations were not conducted, accusing the department of sport, arts and culture of misleading the public on the matter. For more on this, we are joined by….   GUEST: Samantha Graham-Mare, DA MP & Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy

    A building collapsed earlier today in Doornfontein, Johannesburg after a suspected transformer explosion. Emergency services are currently on the scene so let’s get more details on this from…   GUEST: Robert Mulaudzi, Joburg EMS Spokesperson 

    Earlier today, senior forensic analyst in the automated ballistics identification system at the ballistics section, Captain Laurance Makgotloe testified at the Commission, detailing evidence from the murder scene of engineer Armand Swart, who was shot 23 times. To give us a summary in terms of what transpired at the Madlanga Commission today is…..   GUEST: Sbahle Motha, S...

    Recentely during the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, global technology leaders warned that the most immediate risk is no longer innovation itself, but the lack of AI literacy and governance among boards, executives, and public institutions. To tell us what AI literacy means for boards, professionals, and the general public is…..   GUEST: Nazareen Ebrahim, an AI eth...

    As we mark the first anniversary of the 2nd Battle of Goma. We examine a deal between Kinshasa and Washington related to critical minerals and the role of South Africa as it was part of SADC’s peace keeping mission in the war hit region. Advocate Sipho Mantula helps us understand how South Africa is perceived and trusted across the continent post the Goma experience.   GUE...

    We unpack the legacy of the outgoing NPA boss, Advocate Shamila Batohi. Her term of office comes to an end today and a lot has been said about the NPA struggles under her leadership. Many have been frustrated mainly by the lack of convictions in State Capture cases and high-profile cases. But how should we rate her seven year-term in office, having started in 2019? For more on this,...

Today we are joined by Prince Mashele, a South African political commentator known for his engaging and fearless commentary - who is often described as someone who expresses their opinion freely, directly and honestly, even if it shocks or offends others. GUEST: Prince Mashele, Political analyst & Executive Director of the Centre for Politics and Research

    A 63-year-old Chinese National will be extradited to China in connection with defrauding the Chinese government of R120 million. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Athlenda Mathe, SAPS National Spokesperson 

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that he has studied the interim report submitted by the Madlanga Commission on the 17th of December 2025 and accepts its recommendations. According to the presidency, the report recommends immediate criminal investigation and urgent decisions on prosecution, as well as recommendations on the employment status and recommended suspension of sever...

    We hear from the Progressive Zimbabweans Foundation about their concerns regarding the current political and socio-economic developments unfolding in Zimbabwe. According to the foundation, there is no appetite from the ruling elite to address several critical issues that continue to threaten the country’s constitutional democracy, economic stability and the well-being of ordina...

Wikipedia, the world’s largest online information resource is celebrating 25 years this year. Over the past 25 years, Wikipedia has overcome countless challenges and changes, thanks to the people behind it and their unwavering commitment to sharing free, reliable knowledge with the world. GUEST: Bobby Shabangu, member of the Wikimedia Foundation Board

    Christopher Rutledge, Executive Director of Mining Affected Communities United in Action has penned an opinion piece about the tragedy that happened in Stilfontein a year ago where 93 people were officially confirmed dead. Let’s talk to Christopher about this…   GUEST: Christopher Rutledge, Executive Director: Mining Affected Communities United in Action

    The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA), has welcomed what it calls Chery’s investment in South Africa with the acquisition of Nissan’s historic production plant in Rosslyn, Pretoria. For more on this, I am joined on the line by…   GUEST: Sonja Carstens, Manager of MISA’s Media and Communication Department

    Jeune Afrique and The Africa Report are launching the Africa NextGen Economist Prize, a new award recognising the best young African economist under the age of 40. This initiative aims to identify and promote a new generation of African economists whose work makes a tangible contribution to public debate and to the shaping of the continent’s economic policies.   GUEST: Lea...

    The South African Police Service in the Eastern Cape is urgently appealing to the public for donations of dogs to bolster its K9 Units. For more on this, I am joined on the line by… GUEST: Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli, Eastern Cape SAPS Provincial spokesperson

    We tell you more about the upcoming “Nelson Mandela Africa Leadership Summit” that is due to take place in Kenya early next month. The Summit aligns strongly with ongoing conversations around Africa’s demographic dividend, digital transformation, gender equity, creative economies and youth leadership. To tell us more about the significance of this pivotal event is&h...

In conversation with Joshua Maponga whose work has been instrumental in shaping the field of Black Theology and is often described as an embodiment of black excellence. Some on the continent, respect him for being outspoken and not shy about expressing his thoughts. Today, Maponga will share his perspectives on various topics, creating an engaging discussion about personal growth, challenges and o...