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Democracy Unplugged

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South Africa
ANC
African National Congress
Corruption
Unemployment
Johannesburg
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
Ngos
Immigration

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

Who do you trust to lead our cities? As we wrap Women’s Month, meet the

women vying to shape futures as host Phumi Mashigo profiles female

mayoral candidates on their leadership, vision, priorities and plans,

and what they believe our cities need ... more

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Is Johannesburg ready for a new kind of political leadership? Lukhona

Mnguni joins Phumi Mashigo to unpack his vision for the city, from

cleaner and safer communities to greater transparency, accountable

government and principled coalition politic... more

What has gone wrong in Durban, and what will it take to fix the city? Phumi Mashigo speaks to the Democratic Alliance’s Haniff Hoosen about the challenges facing eThekwini and why residents are increasingly demanding action. In this discussion, Hoose... more

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Why does Israel believe the world misunderstands its actions? Phumi

Mashigo gets into a conversation about this with Ambassador Mark Regev,

one of Israel's most experienced diplomats and communicators. Having

served as the country's international ... more

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Recent Guests

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?
Sihle Ngubane
Former General Secretary of MK Party and MP
MK Party
Episode: Who Belongs? Who Decides?
Solly Mkhize
Johannesburg mayoral campaign figure, Patriotic Alliance
Patriotic Alliance
Episode: Who Belongs? Who Decides?
Jacinta Ngovese-Zuma
Political figure mentioned in context of March on March
Patriotic Alliance
Episode: Who Belongs? Who Decides?
Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster
Build One South Africa candidate for executive mayor of Johannesburg
Build One South Africa
Episode: Is JHB ready for new leadership? With Build One SA’s Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster
Charles Belk
Retired Hollywood producer and marketing executive who started a movement to automatically expunge wrongful arrest records
Independent activist/advocate
Episode: What Does America’s 250th Anniversary Really Mean?
Rebone Tau
Political analyst
Independent analyst / political commentator
Episode: The Illegal Immigration Tipping Point with Rebone Tau

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#90
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#149
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
The Illegal Immigration Tipping Point with Rebone Tau
Q: What role do local municipalities and by-laws play in managing migrant issues and urban services?
The guest points to municipal enforcement, by-laws, and accountability (e.g., in Ekurhuleni), noting the tension between border control, resource allocation, and ensuring service delivery to residents and lawful occupants.
The Illegal Immigration Tipping Point with Rebone Tau
Q: How do you see the balance between rights-based civil society activism and enforcement against illegal migration in the current climate?
Tau emphasizes the need to differentiate between illegal and legal migrants, highlight international norms, and address systemic issues in governance and policing to prevent vigilantism while protecting citizens' rights.
The Illegal Immigration Tipping Point with Rebone Tau
Q: What is your view two days after the June 30 deadline, and was it a win for the government or for civil society?
The discussion suggests the deadline shifted the government's timeline and energized civil society, with ongoing calls for accountability and a more effective enforcement framework, while recognizing the deep-rooted social and economic factors at play.

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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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1. Haniff Hoosen
2. Mark Regev
3. Herman Mashaba
4. Sihle Ngubane
5. Solly Mkhize
6. Jacinta Ngovese-Zuma
7. Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster
8. Charles Belk

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