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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.
November 27, 2019EFF in Tshwane has submitted an urgent motion of no confidence in City of Tshwane Mayor Stevens MokgalapaThe EFF in Tshwane has submitted an urgent motion of no confidence in City of Tshwane Mayor Stevens Mokgalapa. According to the party the City has been limping from one disaster to another since Mokgalapa succeeded former mayor, Solly Msimanga, last year. This follows the leaking of an audio recording in which Mokgalapa is heard gossiping about his colleagues with Member of the Mayor Committee for Roads and Transport, Sheila Senkubuge. What are the chances of this motion succeeding and what would it mean for the city of Tshwane if it does? Guest: Professor Andre Duvenage- Political Analyst based at the North West Universities...more9minPlay
November 27, 2019NPA) has decided to charge Julius Malema for allegedly firing live ammunition into the airThe National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has decided to charge Julius Malema for allegedly firing live ammunition into the air at a rally to celebrate the EFF’s fifth birthday in the Eastern Cape in 2018. Soon after the party’s fifth birthday celebration - a video emerged in August last year of the EFF’s leader firing what looks like a high-powered automatic rifle into the air. But why has it taken so long for the NPA to reach this decision? Guest: Luxolo Tyali, NPA Eastern Cape spokesperson...more8minPlay
November 27, 2019the 25 Year Review Report with a specific focus on gender issuesAs we continue to observe 16 Days of Activism, we outline the objectives of the 25 Year Review Report with a specific focus on gender issues. The report notes that while there has been an increase of women in the judiciary, parliament, legislature, cabinet and in the public service, violence and gender-based crimes against women still persist. So what are the proposals contained in the report – how should we tackle the scourge of gender-based violence in this country? Guest: Tessa Dooms, Director of Jasoro Consulting and Commissioner of the National Planning Commission...more6minPlay
November 27, 2019Voting polls across Namibia are officially open as the country carries out its presidential and parliamentary elections.Voting polls across Namibia are officially open as the country carries out its presidential and parliamentary elections. At least 1.3 million Namibians have registered to vote in today's general election. President Hage Geingob of the ruling South West African People's Organisation (SWAPO), is seeking to be re-elected for a second term. On the other hand, there is Esther Muinjangue who is leading the opposition and she is the first woman in Namibia's history to run for president – but does she stands a chance to oust the incumbent? For more on this, Guest: Gideon Chitanga, political analyst...more5minPlay
November 27, 2019ANC in Gauteng has confirmed that it will be contesting the City of Johannesburg's mayoral race.The African National Congress in Gauteng has confirmed that it will be contesting the City of Johannesburg's mayoral race. The party has also revealed that it has received three names from the Johannesburg region for consideration. Whoever gets elected in this fascinating mayoral race will replace outgoing incumbent Herman Mashaba.Guest: Bones Modise, Spokesperson of the ANC in Gauteng...more12minPlay
November 26, 2019Bongani Bongo's arrestAccording to political analyst Ralph Mathekga it is a stretch to say that Bongani Bongo's arrest is a high profile state capture arrest. guest: Ralph Mathekga - Political Analyst...more5minPlay
November 26, 201921 year old College student was attacked by an unknown suspect and brutally stabbed to death.The Police at Botlokwa in the Mankweng Cluster are investigating a case of Murder after a 21 year old College student was attacked by an unknown suspect and brutally stabbed to death. The incident happened on Sunday morning, 24 November 2019 at about 02h30. To get further details we are joined by… Guest: Brigadier Motlafela Mojapelo- Limpopo Police Spokesperson...more7minPlay
November 26, 2019Popcru has released a statement urging communities to work together with law-enforcementFollowing the killing of two police officers who were shot dead in Johannesburg on Saturday night after responding to a hijacking complaint. Popcru has released a statement urging communities to work together with law-enforcement agencies to ensure that perpetrators of these heinous crimes are arrested and face the full might of the law. Guest: Richard Mamabolo, Popcru spokesperson...more5minPlay
November 26, 201916 Days of ActivismAs we continue to observe 16 Days of Activism, we look at the #BeAccountable campaign that was launched by Sonke Gender Justice yesterday which is aimed at highlighting the importance of a culture of accountability amongst those who have an obligation or responsibility to promote and realize human rights. Guest: Bafana Khumalo, Acting Co-Executive Director @ Sonke Gender Justice...more6minPlay
November 26, 2019power utility Eskom announced that they are going to switch off power in Bloemfontein and other areas in the Free StateYesterday, power utility Eskom announced that they are going to switch off power in Bloemfontein and other areas in the Free State between 6am and 8pm daily until outstanding municipal arrears are settled. Despite numerous demands, the municipalities have failed to honour payment of their electricity accounts to Eskom. Guest: Qondile Khedama – General Manager for Communications @ Mangaung Metro...more11minPlay
FAQs about The National Pulse:How many episodes does The National Pulse have?The podcast currently has 12,617 episodes available.