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Democracy Unplugged

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South Africa
ANC
Johannesburg
African National Congress
Corruption
Unemployment
Democratic Alliance
Service Delivery
Cyril Ramaphosa
Democracy
South African Police Service
South African Politics
Local Government
Economic Growth
Israel
State Of the Nation Address
Coalition Government
Informal Economy
African National Congress (ANC)
Ngos

Democracy Unplugged brings together thought leaders, activists and influencers to untangle the threads of democratic principles, dissect current challenges, and envision what our future could look like. Join the conversation as our panels delve into current affairs, political dynamics and social issues.

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Latest Episodes

As South Africa marks Heritage Day, Phumi Mashigo is joined by Zulu Royal Historian and author Shalo Mbatha to ask: what kind of South Africa are we building for the next 30 years?

From King Shaka and the formation of the Zulu nation to apartheid,... more

With local government elections less than 50 days away, the political temperature is rising.

Phumi Mashigo sits down with Justice Malala and Mondli Makhanya to unpack the ANC’s candidate-list chaos, the DA’s missed opportunities, MK’s rise in KwaZ... more

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With the local government elections less than 50 days away, South Africa's political landscape is heating up.

This week Phumi Mashigo speaks to Justice Malala and Mondli Makhanya from the This Is Politics podcast about the ANC's candidate-list chaos... more

Can South Africa get tobacco policy right? What do these decisions mean for you? Phumi Mashigo speaks to Prof Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, Professor of Public Health with more than 20 years of experience across higher education, hospital management, university l... more

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Recent Guests

Lekan Ayo-Yusuf
Public health researcher, academic and policy advocate
Professor at a university (Nigeria/South Africa)
Episode: Is Tobacco Policy Going Up in Smoke?
Gibsy Diale
Mayoral candidate for Mokhali City, Action SA
Action SA
Episode: The Big Debate - Who do you trust to lead our cities?
Ntsiki Mazwai
Multidisciplinary artist and mayoral candidate
Land Party
Episode: The Big Debate - Who do you trust to lead our cities?
Henry Mashigo
Panel participant
Episode: The Big Debate - Who do you trust to lead our cities?
Moira Woma
Representative from a non-political organization
Non-political organization
Episode: The Big Debate - Who do you trust to lead our cities?
Lukhona Mnguni
Political commentator and activist involved in Rise Mzansi and civic reform initiatives
Episode: Lukhona Mnguni on the Fight to Fix Johannesburg
Haniff Hoosen
Political candidate launching a national/local campaign in Durban
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: Why is Durban in crisis?
Mark Regev
Israeli diplomat and former international spokesperson to the prime minister
Israel
Episode: Does the world understand Israel?
Herman Mashaba
Former mayor, ActionSA mayoral candidate in Johannesburg
ActionSA
Episode: Who Belongs? Who Decides?

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#105
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#237
South Africa/News

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who will take back our streets?
Q: What would you fix in the first five years if elected mayor?
The plan focuses on safety, attracting investment, restoring basic services (electricity and water), reducing bylaw gatekeeping, and building a city that can retain and attract residents and businesses through solid administration and responsive governance.
Who will take back our streets?
Q: Why pursue the mayoralty instead of staying in activism or joining the police?
The candidate argues that crime and corruption are broader governance issues requiring executive power to implement systemic changes, not just frontline activism or policing.
Who will take back our streets?
Q: What part of the municipality shows the strongest potential for improvement?
The candidate points to rate policy effectiveness and a practical, revenue-positive approach, emphasizing property charges and a fair, predictable billing system that reflects true usage and motivates timely payment.
Does the world understand Israel?
Q: Has Donald Trump been a force for good or bad from an Israeli perspective, and why did Israelis shift their support between 2016 and 2020?
Israelis initially preferred Hillary Clinton due to perceived alignment with traditional Jewish communities, but by 2020 many supported Trump because of moves like recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, the Golan Heights, and the Abraham Accords, which resonated with security and diplomatic gains despite concerns about his personal style.
Does the world understand Israel?
Q: What is the one thing you would ask a critical observer to understand before judging Israel?
I would ask them to consider how South Africa's policies have affected peace and whether engaging with only one side undermines the prospect for a two-sided, sustainable path to peace.

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This show centers on politics, governance, and social issues in South Africa and beyond, featuring a revolving lineup of politicians, analysts, activists, and policy experts. Episodes frequently tackle migration and xenophobia, urban governance, coalition politics, democratic institutions, and the future of South Africa's economy and education system. A notable throughline is how policy, public opinion, and civil society intersect to shape democratic outcomes, with conversations that range from local governance and municipal reform to national narratives about leadership and rights. The program often presents multiple perspectives, including party critique, civil society insight, and policy-driven analysis, making it a strong fit for listen... more

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2. Gibsy Diale
3. Ntsiki Mazwai
4. Henry Mashigo
5. Moira Woma
6. Lukhona Mnguni
7. Haniff Hoosen
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