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FAQs about The National Pulse:How many episodes does The National Pulse have?The podcast currently has 12,617 episodes available.
February 18, 2020World News: Latest developments on South Sudan Peace DealLatest developments on South Sudan Peace Deal: On Sunday, South Sudan rebels rejected a government peace offer to return to a system of 10 states, dashing hopes of ending a six-year war that has left 380,000 people dead. President Salva Kiir had said he would compromise by cutting the current 32 regional states back down to the original 10 - a key rebel demand - to pave the way for a unity government.Guest: Dismas Nkunda, the Executive Director of Atrocities Watch Africa...more5minPlay
February 18, 2020Government's review on domestic violence act and criminal law sexual offences actFollowing government’s confirmation that a review of the Domestic Violence Act and the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act has been prepared. We hear from the Commission for Gender Equality on what their thoughts are on the matter. In due course the Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services will undertake a process of consultation before the draft legislation will be taken to Cabinet for approval. Guest: Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality...more9minPlay
February 17, 2020Water situation in PolokwaneGuest: Limpopo Premier Stanley Mathabatha's spokesperson, Kenny Mathivha...more11minPlay
February 17, 2020Why are South Africans not using condoms?Today on Both Sides of the Story we ask, Why are South Africans not using condoms? It’s a known fact that South Africa has the world’s greatest HIV burden and currently, more than 7.7-million people were living with the disease. Condoms are highly effective for preventing sexually transmitted infections, most importantly, HIV. Why then do we have such high rates of infection and why are South Africans reluctant to use condoms? Guests: Dr Bulumko Futshane, Beyond Zero’s Programme Director Dr Kgosi Letlape, Eye surgeon in private practice and the Co-founder of Africa Harm Reduction Alliance...more16minPlay
February 17, 2020Students at NMU in PE are protesting against the registration process and placement of students in residencesStudents at NMU in PE are protesting against the registration process and placement of students in residences. The protest is affecting the running of the university. For more, we speak to one of the organizers of the protest Axole Xhotyeni, the Chairperson of the South African Students Congress (SASCO), at the Nelson Mandela University...Guest: Axole Xhotyeni, the Chairperson of the South African Students Congress (SASCO), at the Nelson Mandela University...more7minPlay
February 17, 2020Former President FW De Klerk Denied In SABC Tv Interview That apartheid was a crime against humanityWe continue last week's discussion with Political Analyst Dr Protas Madlala on former President FW De Klerk who In an SABC TV interview denied apartheid was a crime against humanity. This in light of the De Klerk Foundation's claim that the UN's classification of apartheid as a crime against humanity was a result of propaganda by the Soviet union, the ANC and others to stigmatize white South Africans. Guest: Dr Protus Madlala, who is a political analyst...more2minPlay
February 17, 2020Former president De Klerk has retracted and apologized for his Apartheid commentsFormer president De Klerk has retracted and apologized for his Apartheid comments. This after political parties, different organizations, church groups and citizens condemned the De Klerk Foundation's claim that the UN's classification of apartheid as a crime against humanity was a result of propaganda by the Soviet union, the ANC and others to stigmatize white South Africans. The foundation last week echoed remarks made by former deputy president FW De Klerk in a TV interview, saying that Apartheid was not a crime against humanity.Guest: Dr Theuns Eloff, Advisory Board Chair of the FW de Klerk Foundation...more7minPlay
February 17, 2020Teen Suicide Prevention WeekIn conversation with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) about Teen Suicide Prevention Week. The key objective for Teen Suicide Prevention Week is to educate families and communities to act in order to help prevent teen suicide.Guest: Cassey Chambers, Operations Director...more5minPlay
February 17, 2020The Western Cape High Court has granted order to enforce bylaws against Cape Town church refugeesThe Western Cape High Court has granted the City of Cape Town an order prohibiting refugees and asylum seekers living in and around the Central Methodist Mission church from interfering with City officials. The order also forces the refugees to comply with City bylaws at the venue on Greenmarket Square. Guest: JP Smith - Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security @ the City of Cape Town...more6minPlay
February 17, 2020Brand SA Has Launched Its 2020 international programme to attract a network of citizens living and working in AustraliaToday, Brand South Africa announced that it is launching the country’s 2020 international programme to attract and develop a network of citizens living and working in Australia. Dubbed, the Global South Africans Network, the programme aims to inspire South African expats from business to government to ordinary citizens – to contribute towards the promotion of a positive image of the nation brand. Guest: Mpumi Mabuza, General Manager, Stakeholder Relations @ Brand South Africa...more7minPlay
FAQs about The National Pulse:How many episodes does The National Pulse have?The podcast currently has 12,617 episodes available.