African Renaissance Podcast

In conversation with George Galloway on South Africa, the anti-apartheid struggle, Nelson Mandela, international politics and the changing global landscape. Galloway reflects on his work with the ANC, the story behind Nelson Mandela’s 70th birthday celebration at Wembley Stadium, and the role international solidarity played in South Africa’s liberation struggle. *The views expressed in this conversation are those of the participants and are shared to encourage informed discussion and critic...

In conversation with Carol Steinberg SC on the Nugent Commission and its investigation into the governance, leadership and institutional challenges that affected the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Eight years after the Nugent Commission’s report, this conversation examines what happened inside SARS, why public confidence and tax morality became concerns, the changes that took place under Tom Moyane, and the role of external consultants in the transformation of the organisation.

"South Africa Is Heading for a Crisis by 2050" In conversation with Dr Pali Lehohla, on the major questions shaping South Africa’s future, from the economy and education to demographics, intellectual capital, long-term planning and the challenges facing future generations. Drawing on data, historical context and scenario planning, Dr Pali Lehohla examines how South Africa’s current trajectory could shape the country by 2050 and beyond. The conversation also looks at the legacy of the 1976 ge...

In conversation with former Constitutional Court Justice Edwin Cameron on justice, crime, prisons, drugs, democracy and the future of South Africa. Justice Cameron explains his argument for treating drug dependency primarily as a public health challenge rather than relying solely on criminal punishment. They explore the difference between decriminalisation and legalisation, the relationship between drug criminalisation and organised crime, and the difficult questions surrounding alcohol, addi...

In conversation with Lindiwe Zulu on her experiences as a young South African, her journey into exile, her education in the Soviet Union, and her time at Solomon Mahlangu Freedom College. The discussion also examines small business, entrepreneurship and the challenges facing township economies, before moving into broader questions about leadership, institutional processes, accountability and public service in South Africa.