The National Pulse

Guest: Mfundo Mabaso: Head of FNB Secure Lending Cluster Growth

Eskom technicians were attacked yesterday by armed thieves while working in Mabopane on Wednesday. This is a second incident in Mabopane this week. Another attack happened in Nomzamo in Soweto. All these attacks within three days. Eskom has raised concerns about the safety of its employees in communities as the country deals with power issues. The power utility says attacks on its employees causes...

Cosatu is calling for government to extend the R1.50 fuel levy reduction that comes to an end on the 31st of May. The trade union federation says government should use the extension period to find a sustainable solution to rising fuel prices. Government introduced a temporary 40 percent reduction on the fuel levy for April and May as an intervention to help contain rising fuel prices. The price is...

Opposition parties in parliament are suggesting that ANC MP’s should not be part of the soon to be established parliament’s committee on State Capture as some of them have been implicated in Chief Justice Raymond Zondo’s report. To elaborate further on this, we are joined by….. Guest: General Bantu Holomisa, leader of the United Democratic Movement (UDM)

Earlier on today, Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele announced that Cabinet has approved the publication of the Constitution’s Eighteenth Amendment Bill for public comments which essentially means that Sign Language will now become the country’s 12th official language.  Guest: Lance Schultz, CEO of the Pan South African Language Board (PANSALB)

After carefully studying the contents of the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission's (TRRC)Report. Gambia's government has announced that former president Yahya Jammeh will be prosecuted for killings and other suspected crimes from his time in office. The independent commission’s report fingered Jammeh and his henchmen as people who were responsible for 44 specific crimes against...

We are still coming to you live from the University of Limpopo where celebrations for Africa Day are underway. This year's theme is 'Africa's Year of Nutrition'. We know some of the drivers of migration amongst African countries is food security. Agriculture is one of the leading sectors here in Limpopo. What is the impact of migration on food security? Guest: Limpopo's Agriculture and Rural Devel...

We are still coming to you live from the University of Limpopo as we celebrate Africa Day. This year's theme is Africa's Year of Nutrition. How can we find a lasting holistic solution to the challenge of Africa’s human migration and nutrition?   Guest:  Professor Muxe Nkondo, Chair of the Collins Chabane Foundation and the Rixaka Foundation.

How does late rapper, Nkululeko 'Flabba' Habedi family feel about the release of his killer, Sindidiwe Manqele? Manqele was released on parole on Tuesday after serving half of her 12 year sentence. The correctional services Department says it believes Manqele is remorseful about the killing and has been rehabilitated. Spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo revealed on this show on Tuesday that Manqele ha...

Unions representing workers at the South African Revenue Service took have taken to the streets on a full-blown strike, following a deadlock in wage discussions. PSA and Nehawu are demanding a CPI plus seven percent wage increase, citing rising food and fuel prices. However, SARS says this is unaffordable. Guest: PSA Spokesperson Reuben Maleka.  

The Nehemiah Call Initiative has asked the South African Human Rights Commission to investigate possible human rights violations that are allegedly being carried out by the City of Cape Town against homeless people in Mitchells Plain. The organisation is not happy about how the City’s law enforcement officers continuously mistreat homeless people who occupy land illegally hence they are call...

SAFTU is currently holding its national elective conference in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg. New policies are also expected to be adopted before the conference draws to a close tomorrow. In the past two days, members of the trade union have been at loggerheads over administrational and protocol issues, for example - the issue of whether the four suspended national office bearers of the union sho...

Post his Budget Vote Speech that he delivered yesterday. Deputy Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Thabang Makwetla joins us to explain what his department is doing to address challenges faced by military veterans in this country. Yesterday, Makwetla announced that the Presidential Task Team led by the Deputy President, DD Mabuza has successfully re-established the verification process of...

We are coming to you live from the University of Limpopo as we celebrate Africa Day. Xenophobic sentiments have been rising in South Africa over the past few months. What is the importance of Africa Day in this current social climate in South Africa? To discuss government's role in building a socially cohesive society with shared values and solidarity among Africans , guest: Arts and Culture Depar...

We're still coming to you live from the University of Limpopo. Today we are celebrating Africa Day. The day is an annaul commemoration of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity, now known as the African Union in 1963. This year's theme is 'Africa's Year of Nutrition'. What exactly does this day represent and why should Africans care for it?  guest: University of Limpopo's Professor...

How is split decision decided? Zandile Mafe’s bail appeal application will be reheard in the Cape Town High Court next week following a split decision. Mafe is charged with housebreaking with intent to commit terrorism and arson, arson, terrorism, and theft. So how is split decision decided?   Guest: Luvuyo Godla, Zandile Mafe’s attorney

Today is the eve of a march that will take place in Mthatha calling for justice following the murder of Namhla Mtwa. Different organisations, government officials including Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane as well as community members will take to the streets on Wednesday. Namhla Mtwa was shot nine times in her driveway in April and no arrests have been made. Her sister, Sanga Nozinga took to s...

Finally there is some movement in relation to the Bushiri matter. The department of home affairs has dismissed Ronney Marhule, the Chief Director for Permitting who recommended that prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his family be granted permanent residence permits. Marhule, was found guilty on two counts of gross dishonesty and gross negligence after a protracted disciplinary hearing. Guest: Dr Aaron...

Yet another for blow for the South Africa entertainment industry, actor Jamie Bartlett, or as many call him, David Genaro has died. Bartlett died on Monday at the age of 55. His career in the film industry spans over 30 years, with experience both in theatre, films as well as soapies. His recent work includes Rhythm City where he played villain, David Genaro and SABC’s Isidingo. Guest: colle...

The Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled in favour of Zimbabwean farmers in a case they have been pursuing against the South African government. It says President Jacob Zuma unlawfully closed an avenue for white farmers from Zimbabwe to seek justice when he closed the SADC tribunal. The High Court in Pretoria ruled in 2020 that there was no causal link between the damage white Zimbabwean farmers suf...

The Southern Africa Agricultural Initiative is questioning various elements of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill, arguing that the bill creates confusion as it criminalises all commercial activities while on the other hand authorising general commercial activities related to cannabis. Joining us to elaborate further on this is…. Guest: Francois Russouw, CEO of the Southern Africa Agric...

The department of Correctional Services has just announced that Sindisiwe Manqele has been placed on parole, effectively from today. Manqele was serving a 12-year sentence for killing her rapper boyfriend Nkululeko 'Flabba' Habedi. Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo, Spokesperson for the department of correctional services

Today, President Cyril Ramaphosa is hosting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The two leaders are expected to exchange views on a number of issues of bilateral and international concern, including ways to enhance cooperation in areas such as energy and climate change, trade and investment, and responses to COVID-19 and vaccine demand. For more on the significance of Scholz’s visit we are joined...

Yet another mass shooting in Khayelitsha just two weeks after the last one we reported on. This time, three siblings from Ekuphumleni in Khayelitsha were shot dead on Sunday night. Two men allegedly stormed their home and fired several shots killing two men and a woman. Earlier this month, six people were killed in Khayelitsha and their murders were alleged to be in connection with extortions in t...

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases has warned South Africans traveling out of the country to be cautious as monkeypox cases seem to be increasing in different parts of the world. While there are no cases in South Africa yet, the organization says there is a risk for travelers. NICD is advising those who are traveling to and from endemic areas to report any illness upon return to the...