Democracy 101

What is democracy? Democracy 101 is your guide to understanding the principles, challenges and history of democratic systems worldwide. This series shares insights, expert interviews and real-life stories that aim to empower and equip you with knowledge to make better decisions when it comes to voting.

Are there any concrete plans to truly save South Africa? Jack Motlanthe is joined by authors Chris Papas and Sandile…

Are politically active teenagers the rule or the exception? Joining Gareth and Jack on the show is a remarkable young…

In what condition is South Africa’s soul? 3 decades into our democracy do we need to take a moment to…

Do South Africans truly have autonomy? Gareth and Jack are joined by the leaders of OHM (Organic Humanity Movement), Lauren…

Can you make heads or tails of all the political messaging in the lead up to the elections? To clear…

How far has South Africa fallen and can it recover? This questions formed the basis of Gareth and Jack’s conversation…

Where do you go if you cannot vote at the voting station you’re registered at? Gareth and Jack are joined…

Author Muzi Kuzwayo joins the team, and his first talking point is the comparison between the state of the country…

Politics and Development specialist, Lukhona Mnguni joins Gareth and Jack to detail the Multi-Party Charter, and the conundrum around it….