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A weekly podcast hosted by the Democratic Alliance of South Africa.
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🎙️ Breaking Down the 2026 SONA! In this episode, we unpack everything from President Ramaphosa’s second State of the Nation Address under the Government of National Unity. We explore the key announcements, the policy priorities, and the economic plans laid out for South Africa.Tune in for a clear, no-nonsense analysis of SONA 2026 and the DA’s impact in the GNU.
🎙️ Ghost workers and construction mafias cost South Africans jobs and money! In this episode of the #DApodcast, we’re joined by Dean Macpherson, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, explains how he is working to root out corruption so projects can move, jobs can be created, and the economy can grow.Dean also reflects on John Steenhuisen’s term as Leader of the DA, and looks at the future of the DA.
🎙️ In this episode of the #DApodcast, we’re joined by Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, service delivery, and what it takes to make local government work.From his personal journey into politics to unpacking one of the most demanding ministerial portfolios in government, Minister Bredell breaks down how municipalities are being stabilised, why clean audits matter, and what sets Western Cape local government apart.We dig into the realities of coalition politics, the province’s response to fires and the Knysna water crisis, progress on service delivery, and what’s at stake as South Africa heads toward the 2026 local government elections.
In this episode, Minister of Agriculture and DA Leader, John Steenhuisen reflects on a big year for South Africa and the DA. From momentum in the GNU to key wins in government, we unpack what 2025 really looked like behind the scenes. 💙We also dive into agriculture, cutting through the noise on Foot-and-Mouth Disease, food prices, exports, and supporting farmers and rural jobs. 🌾With 2026 and Local Government Elections ahead, John shares what success looks like, and why this election matters. 🗳️
Everyone is talking about the Matric results, so let's dive into it! 🚀In this episode, Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube and Western Cape Education Provincial Minister David Maynier unpack what really drives learner success: strong foundations, quality passes, retention, and preparing learners for life after school.From record-breaking results in the Western Cape to a national focus on reading, numeracy, and early learning, this is a deep dive into how education reform translates into real futures for young South Africans. 🎓📚
🎙️ It’s the final Podcast episode of the year, and what a year it’s been!Nazley Sharif and Baxolile Nodada sit down with George Michalakis, Dennis Ryder, to unpack the biggest moments in Parliament, from stopping the VAT hike to pushing back against corruption and driving real accountability.We break down the wins, the challenges, and what the DA is gearing up for in 2026 as the country heads into a crucial local government election year.And to close things off… a festive quick-fire round you don’t want to miss. 🎄🎅🏻
📣 This week on the #DApodcast, we unpack the 2025 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement and what it means for South Africans. From stabilising government debt and the first real spending review culture, to a full audit of ghost workers, there is plenty to celebrate.We join Dr Mark Burke, DA Spokesperson on Finance, and Deputy Minister of Finance Ashor Sarupen as they break down the numbers, explain the impact on everyday South Africans, and share what still needs to be done to grow our economy and cut waste.💰
🎙️ Alan Winde talks all things Western Cape - jobs, growth, crime, and what makes the province a model for the rest of South Africa. Tune in to this episode of the #DApodcast.
🎙️ In this episode, our Podcast buddies' zoom in on the topical issues impacting South Africans, from the 2025 MTBPS and the DA's Economic Inclusion for All Bill to the urgent fights against GBV and crime. Get a clear look at what’s at stake and how the DA is working to deliver a government that works for you.
🎙️ This week on the DA Podcast, Executive Mayor Hattingh Bornman breaks down how Kouga is turning the corner after years of failed ANC governance, from fixing a broken vehicle fleet and upgrading basic services, to launching South Africa's first eco-friendly plastic road and delivering title deeds and electricity to communities long ignored.Watch as Mayor Bornman explains how the DA is using its mandate to prove that delivery, accountability and progress aren’t promises, they’re do it.📢 If you want to see what a DA turnaround looks like in real time, this episode is for you.
🎧 From the NPA crisis to the urgent need for criminal justice reform, tune in to the DA Podcast as we take an unfiltered look with Adv Glynnis Breytenbach, Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcaba, Angus McKenzie, and Nazley Sharif at one of the most pressing issues facing South Africa today: the state of criminal justice.Hear straight from Adv Glynnis Breytenbach, on the frontline of the NPA crisis, as she unpacks the challenges facing the justice system, and how the DA is holding those in power accountable. 📢 Concerned about crime, corruption, and accountability in South Africa? This is the episode to hear. Tune in now for an honest, hard - hitting look at criminal justice reform.#DApodcast
🚨 On this episode of the #DApodcast, Francois Rodgers, KZN MEC for Finance, shares his journey into politics and how he's clamping down on corruption! We discuss the province’s challenges, and explore how the DA is working to stabilise finances, restore services, and rebuild trust in government!
🎙️ Exposing the Tembisa Hospital Looting Scandal 👀Billions looted. A whistleblower murdered. A hospital in chaos. In this hard-hitting episode of the #DApodcast, we unpack the shocking corruption at Tembisa Hospital, where over R2 billion meant for healthcare was stolen through a web of fraudulent tenders and political protection.Join hosts Angus McKenzie and Thami Mabhena as they speak to Dr Jack Bloom about the DA’s fight for justice, the refusal of access to the hospital, and the latest revelations from the SIU investigation.
🚨 eThekwini is in crisis, collapsing infrastructure, water outages, and years of ANC mismanagement have left residents frustrated and without hope.In this episode of the #DApodcast, meet Haniff Hoosen, the DA’s Mayoral Candidate for eThekwini, as he unpacks his vision to rescue the city, rebuild services, and restore dignity to every community.#DApodcast
🚨Nelson Mandela Bay is at a crossroads, collapsing services, corruption, and chaos have left residents desperate for change. In this episode, we introduce Retief Odendaal (MPL), the DA’s Mayoral Candidate with a plan to fix it.Who is Retief beyond the politics? What drives him? And how will he bring stability, restore service delivery, and give Nelson Mandela Bay the future it deserves?👀 Watch now to find out why this election could change everything for Nelson Mandela Bay.
⚠️ South Africa is under siege from organised crime and gang violence. In this episode of the DA Podcast, Ian Cameron (Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police), JP Smith (Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security), and Elizabeth, a neighbourhood watch member, tackle the scale of crime, assassinations, and gang activity affecting communities.📢 Hear first-hand stories from the ground, how local authorities and communities are stepping up, and what could be done if the City had more powers to fight back.💪 This is an eye-opening look at SA’s crime crisis and the battle to keep ordinary South Africans safe.
🚨 On this episode of the #DApodcast, Helen Zille joins us to share her journey from journalist and activist to DA leader and Joburg mayoral candidate.We get personal, her roots, what shaped her, and why she decided to step up for Johannesburg now. Helen also shares her vision for the city’s future, and why she believes in Joburg.🎧 Tune in for an honest, relatable conversation that shows how strong leadership can restore hope and build a Johannesburg we can all believe in.
🚨 On this episode of the DA Podcast, Kevin Mileham MP, DA Spokesperson on Electricity & Energy, and Xanthea Limberg, Mayoral Committee Member for Energy in Cape Town, join us to unpack South Africa’s ongoing electricity and energy crisis.From NERSA’s R54 billion mistake to Eskom’s diesel dependency, rising tariffs, and municipalities failing to manage electricity revenue, we break down the challenges that households, businesses, and the economy face every day.🎙 Hear how the DA is offering practical solutions with the Energy Turbocharge Plan, fast-tracking reforms, opening the market for renewables, and showing how Cape Town is delivering more reliable, affordable electricity for residents.
🚨 On this episode of the DA Podcast, the DA’s Spokesperson on Social Development, Alexandra Abrahams, and Deputy Spokesperson, Bridget Masango, join us to unpack the ongoing SASSA grant crisis.From the Postbank card switch debacle to biometric verification delays, long queues, and understaffed offices, we break down the challenges that millions of South Africans face, just to access their grants.🎙 Hear the real-life impact on vulnerable families, the elderly, and those spending nights in queues — and learn how the DA is holding SASSA accountable while pushing for practical solutions.
🎙️ | A deep dive into tangible solutions that will get people into jobs. Tune in as Dr Mark Burke (DA Finance Spokesperson) and Mathew Cuthbert (DA Head of Policy) unpack a set of urgent, practical and implementable reforms to create jobs and grow the economy. The time has come to take action against job-killing policies like BEE, the Employment Equity Act, and the Expropriation Act.Hosted by Luyolo Mphithi and Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcaba, this episode dives into how reliable energy, open ports and rail, and effective service delivery can build a future where every South African has a fair chance to succeed.
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