Podcast Party VVIP: Voter Voices in Politics

VVIP: Voter Voices in Politics

Your vote. Yor voice. Your VVIP Experience.

As we head towards a general election, we’re hearing from all the political parties why we should vote for them. Why should you vote at all? Will your vote make a difference?

The youth are the inheritors of a hard-fought legacy for a South Africa where every voice matters. Your voice matters! VVIP are the voices that matter.

As we approach our 30th anniversary of Democracy and the 2024 General Election, we share diverse perspectives, concerns and visions as we explore the vital role young voices play in shaping the nation’s future. Through the power of content, we encourage active participation in the democratic process.
Occasionally English South Africa Government · Society & Culture
23 Episodes
1 – 20

VVIP Beyond the Ballot : Zwelakhe Mthethwa (MK)

What can we learn by having a deeper understanding of South African history? Bafana Modise is joined by Prince Zwelakhe Mthethwa who is responsible for the Portfolio Committee on Land Reform, Rural Development and Agriculture for the uMkhonto Wesizwe Party. They chat about the South African monarch system in Kwazulu-…
23 Oct 1 hr 02 min

Beyond the Ballot : Oupa Segalwe (Lucas Mangope : A life)

How. did Bantustan affect South African politics? Bafana Modise is joined in studio by Oupa Segalwe, author of Lucas Mangope: A life. They touch on traditional- leader- elected politician Lucas Mangope’s wisdom to develop a political system to run Bophutatswana, they also talk about the history of the Bantustan, the…
8 Oct 56 min

Beyond the Ballot : Exploring Khoi San Heritage with Prince Hector

How much do we know about the Khoisan community? Bafana Modise chats with Prince Abre Hector about how the Apartheid government changed laws which minimised the land ownership in the community. They also talk about the different dialects the community has in their languages, their modern kingdoms in the southern…
1 Oct 47 min

Beyond The Ballot : Exploring Afrikaans Roots with Ernst Roets

Who are the Afrikaners? Join Bafana Modise as he chats with Ernst Roets, Deputy CEO of AfriForum, to talk about the history of the Afrikaner community - From the arrival of Jan Van Riebeeck, the formation of policies that were used to defend the heritage of the Afrikaaner against other…
18 Sep 57 min

Beyond the Ballot : Siyolise Rangwetsi (ATM)

How do women who work long hours find balance in building careers and family? Meet Siyolise Rangwetsi who is a member of the African Transformation Movement (ATM) who shares her story of being raised by a single parent, how she changed her situation at home and provides her insights on…
11 Sep 48 min

Beyond The Ballot : Tshego Motaung

Do you think South Africa is showing signs of heightened trauma? Looking at the number of security companies, properties with high walls and vehicle tracking systems amongst others, Bafana Modise chats with Tshegofatso Motaung who is the MD of CedarLeb Media and Consulting. In this episode, they discussed Tshego’s experience…
6 Sep 1 hr 02 min

Beyond the Ballot : Ayanda Allie (BOSA)

How does South African go about being it's own rescuer? Ayanda Allie of Build One South Africa (BOSA) is an incredible for a 37-year-old from Soweto, who through sheer will has become an very recognisable face in South African politics. She speaks to Bafana about her upbringing and what made…
30 Aug 54 min

Beyond the Ballot : Gugu Ndima

Are women truly heard in leadership structures? Gugu Ndima who currently serves as the spokesperson for RISE Mzansi, joins Bafana Modise for a insightful discussion about being a woman in 2024. As a active participant in many political activities, Gugu brings her experience to he fore.
30 Aug 54 min

Beyond The Ballot : Marie Sukers

Does charity really begin at home? Marie Sukers shares her story of what she witnessed growing up where women compromised their morals to make a living. Joining the African Christian Democratic Party to help bring changes for the African girl child and South Africans. Marie further talks about dealing with…
20 Aug 51 min

Beyond the Ballot : Nazley Sharif

Have you ever wondered how the everyday life of a woman looks like in politics? Bafana Modise invited Nazley Sherif who is the Democratic Alliance’s Member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature to talk about how the party aims to improve women empowerment in leadership positions, their mental health and how…
15 Aug 44 min

Beyond The Ballot : Luyanda Msipha (ATM)

To GNU or not to GNU? That question and more are up for discussion as Bafana Modise is joined by African Transformation Movement's provincial executive member, Luyanda Msipha. The party returned to parliament with 2 seats and Luyanda outlines all the possibilities that lie ahead for the party and the…
22 Jul 52 min

Beyond the Ballot : Lincoln Machaba (Action SA)

Ever thought about why political opposition parties were positioned around “Fixing” or “Rescuing" South Africa during the 2024 General Elections? Join Bafana Modise as he chats with Lincoln Machaba reviewing Action SA’s election’ strategy, the number of seats earned in parliament, their participation in the Standing Committee on Public Account…
15 Jul 55 min

Beyond the Ballot : Siseko Mdlokolo (ACDP)

Are there lessons to be learnt in a loss? Bafana Modise is joined by the chairperson of the Midrand branch of the ACDP, Siseko Mdlokolo. With the elections behind us and the votes tallied, how to move forward is at the core of this conversation. Party structure and many more…
10 Jul 39 min

Beyond the Ballot : Tebogo Moalusi (Rise Mzansi)

Did the newly formed parties make an impact? Rise Mzansi seemed to come out of nowhere eighteen months ago and Bafana talks to Gauteng Provincial Convener of the party Tebogo Moalusi. Tebogo explains what his party's plans are now that elections results are out and what the GNU could mean…
9 Jul 49 min

Beyond The Ballot : Ramarumo Mfulwane (PAC)

To GNU or not to GNU? Now that all the votes are tallied, Bafana is joined by Deputy Secretary General of the PAC, Ramarumo Mfulwane. Like other political parties, the PAC is faced with the uncharted waters of a national coalition government. Ramarumo details just how his party will serve…
3 Jul 59 min

Beyond The Ballot : Nicolas Nyathi (DA)

Results are in, and so what now? Bafana Modise is back in studio to talk to the youth leaders of political parties. Nicolas Nyathi joins the show to map out the plans the DA have in the country's new dispensation. Coalitions are the order of the day and navigating that…
28 Jun 46 min

Roadshow Wrap-up (week 3)

J.A.C.K and Simphiwe chat about this week's edition of roadshows. They unpack the thoughts and opinions of students at CJC Parktown… with wide-ranging topics, and a couple of laughs for good measure.
21 Feb 18 min

Roadshow Wrap-up (week 2)

Week two of the VVIP wrap-up starts with Bafana Modise and Duma Mabizela paying tribute to Aaron Modise. They also unpack what they discovered over the past week of roadshows. Plus… we get to see their viral TikTok video!
19 Feb 17 min

Roadshow Wrap-up (week 1)

Bafana Modise and Duma Mabizela sit down to give a wrap-up of the roadshows the VVIP team embarked on. Joining the Groundwork Collective’s voter registration drive, the team asked prospective voters their thoughts on the current state of affairs.
5 Feb 35 min

Ep 4: Corrupt Politicians are People too

What are young voters saying about democracy, politics and South Africa in general? Lebang Kgosana speaks to Thato Letsaba, Nhloso Sibeko, Mpilo Thabethe, Siya Zimu and Tshenolo Sono.
16 Nov 2023 44 min
1 – 20