TimesLIVE Podcasts 30 years of democracy

30 years of democracy

TimesLIVE multimedia journalist Thabo Tshabalala and his colleagues from Sunday Times and TimesLIVE speak to South Africans of all kinds from the most influential to the normal citizens as our country marks 30 years since the dawn of democracy in 1994.
Weekly English South Africa Politics · News Commentary
11 Episodes

‘If ANC fully embraces Freedom Charter, EFF, MK and PAC wouldn't exist’

ANC member and former Gauteng MEC for human settlements, co-operative governance and traditional affairs and former deputy speaker in the Gauteng legislature Uhuru Moiloa says if the Freedom Charter is fully implemented parties such as the EFF , MK wouldn't exist in 2024. Moiloa was speaking on TimesLIVE original podcast 30…
6 Aug 1 hr 33 min

In conversation with Dr Naledi Pandor

In an interview with Lizeka Tandwa, Naledi Pandor reflects on her time as foreign minister, why she declined to be Cyril Ramaphosa’s running mate, and her relationships with powerful foreign ministers.
21 Jul 1 hr 02 min

'We will make music of national unity' Boom Shaka

"In this episode of 30 Years of Democracy, we sit down with Boom Shaka, one of Mzansi's most cherished groups, as they celebrate three decades in the music industry in 2024. Group members Theo Nhlengethwa and Junior Sokhela reflect on their debut single 'It’s About Time,' a hit that marked…
18 Jul 14 min

In conversation with Lindiwe Sisulu

We speak to former minister Lindiwe Sisulu on her life, growing up under apartheid , talking about her iconic parents and serving in the ANC since she was born.
23 May 2 hr 08 min

In conversation Dr Senathi Fisha

All Citizens Party (ACP) leader Senathi Fisha says after 30 years of democracy it's time for a woman president. Fisha is one of the few women leaders contesting the national and provincial elections on May 29. She founded the ACP in Ga-Matlala A Thaba in Limpopo.
29 Apr 57 min

In conversation with Londiwe Mntambo from We the people

Executive director at We are the People and 30 year old activist Lindiwe Mntambo says elections are not rigged and those insinuating that are misinforming the public about voting. She joined the 30 years of democracy podcast to speak about her upbringing, Fees Must Fall and being an active community leader. We…
2 Apr 1 hr 23 min

Two youth activists

Steven Nkonyeni and Tebello Letsoalo activists from Activate Change Drivers reflect on 30 years of democracy being born post-1994. They highlight the importance of voting and how voting protects the health and future of democracy.
25 Mar 29 min

In conversation with Irfaan Mangera

Activist, youth leader and members of Rise Mzansi's National Leadership Collective Irfaan Mangera says South Africa needs new leaders who are capable enough to a progressive democracy. He was speaking on TimesLIVE's orginal podcast 30 years of Democracy. Mangera shares insights into growing up a born free and his role…
18 Mar 48 min

Gogo Alvina Mahlangu

Alvina Mahlangu was born and raised in South Africa in the 1960s when apartheid was still in effect. She is currently employed as a housekeeper for a media company. She talked about her experience growing up in South Africa during apartheid, her first election, and why she believes crime and…
11 Mar 26 min

In conversation with Dr Mpho Phalatse

Member of the Democratic Alliance (DA) and former mayor of Johannesburg Dr Mpho Phalatse says she wouldn't have joined the DA in the Helen Zille era. She was reflecting on the past three decades from being a medical doctor to joining a political party. This is a TimesLIVE original podcast
4 Mar 1 hr 11 min