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History of South Africa podcast

Desmond Latham
South Africa
Dingana
Amazulu
Voortrekkers
Boers
Andries Pretorius
British Empire
Blood River
Pretorius
Natal
Cape Colony
27th Inniskilling Regiment
Zulu Nation
Mpande
Port Natal
Sir John Herschel
1840s Education System
Southern Africa
David Livingstone
Amatola San Raiders

A series that seeks to tell the story of the South Africa in some depth. Presented by experienced broadcaster/podcaster Des Latham and updated weekly, the episodes will take a listener through the various epochs that have made up the story of South Africa.

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The last quarter of the 19th Century was in some ways, like the first quarter of the 21st Century - full of tone-deaf business barons gambling building vast riches — financing politicians and in accelerating the planet towards world wars.

There a... more

The twenty thousand strong Zulu army was camped near Nseka Mountain south of the British camp at Khambula hill — north west of modern day Vryheid. After defeating Lieutenant Colonel Evelyn Wood’s Number 4 column at Hlobane, Zulu commanders Ntshingway... more

The battles are coming thick and fast because this is the end of the seventh decade of the 19th Century - the British have just been defeated at the Battle of Hlobane mountain on the 28th March.

There’s been so much skop skiet and Donner it’s time... more

By mid-March 1879, Cetshwayo kaMpande made another attempt to open talks with Chelmsford, sending his indunas to negotiate for peace — but the British had no appetite for compromise.

On the 22nd March two emissaries arrived at Middle Drift, a cent... more

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Des Latham
An experienced broadcaster and podcaster with a passion for narrating the intricate and rich history of South Africa through an engaging storytelling technique.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • SA History 101

    This informative podcast on the origin story of South Africa is essential listening to go back in the time, in the beginning to gain context of our rich history.

    Des Latham is a national treasury and we re-orientates us with our collective history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hasanain SA
    South Africa2 months ago
  • Another masterpiece!

    Des Latham’s previous entry into podcasts consisted of a history of South African Border Wars, which is a triumph. Now Des has turned his considerable storytelling skills to the entire history of South Africa and has yielded another masterpiece! 🇿🇦⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MotorCop505
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing story teller

    Gripping stories of our history and how we got to where we are today. Des tells all sides equally. Wish school history just would listen to this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1K&K
    South Africa3 months ago
  • World Class

    Exceptional! Well done Des!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RussJ KZN
    South Africa3 months ago
  • What a show!

    I thoroughly enjoy Des’ podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GalzinGalzin
    South Africa3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Value is placed on the podcast's balanced perspective on the contentious and multifaceted events in South Africa's past.
Listeners commend the series for providing insightful and thorough accounts of South Africa's history.
The storytelling approach taken by Des Latham is often highlighted as engaging and well-researched, making complex histories accessible.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#193
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#234
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#79
South Africa/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#5
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#119
New Zealand/History
Apple Podcasts
#183
Finland/History

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A thorough exploration of South African history, this series covers significant events, battles, and the figures that shaped the nation. The host brings a deep understanding and engaging storytelling technique to each episode, unraveling complex themes of race, politics, and social dynamics while presenting the rich narratives of South Africa's past. Various historical epochs are dissected, offering listeners a nuanced perspective on events such as the Anglo-Zulu War and key personalities involved, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of the country's history. Unique in its scope, this podcast appeals to history enthusiasts as it makes lesser-known stories accessible to a wide audience.

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History of South Africa podcast launched 5 years ago and published 266 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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