Podcast Party Manifesto Unpacked

Manifesto Unpacked

How do you know who to vote for? We hear a lot from the political party leaders, but who are the youth leaders? Join Bafana Modise on 'Manifesto Unpacked,' engaging with political party youth leaders to dissect and clarify their party manifestos. The youth hold the key to South Africa's future - through honest conversations, we aim to gain a clearer understanding of the political ideologies, so you can make more informed choices at the ballot box.
Weekly English South Africa Politics · Government
13 Episodes

Unpacking COPE

Do you remember how Congress Of The People (COPE) political party was formed? Find out how the organisation thrived throughout the years since 2007 when Mosiuoa Lekota, Mbhazima Shilowa and Mluleki George chose to contest the 2009 general election. Bafana Modise chats with Johannes Motlhasedi about the party’s manifesto for…
26 Apr 58 min

Unpacking IFP

Did you know that Prince and IFP leader Mangusuthu Buthelezi prioritised the youth in their political party? Join Bafana Modise as he sits and chats with Phakamani Mpanza about the manifesto of the party, how they aim to improve quality of life for the youth and the direction the party…
22 Apr 47 min

Unpacking Xiluva Party

How far does good governance get a community? A man considered the best mayor in South Africa, Bongani Baloyi joins Bafana Modise to unpack his party's manifesto. Bongani explains how he goes about running his office and what he can offer the country in the lead up to this year's…
19 Apr 55 min

Unpacking PAC

Why is the land so important? Deputy Secretary of the PAC, Ramarumo Mfulwane joins Bafana Modise to chat about the history of the PAC and all their future endeavours.
11 Apr 38 min

Unpacking VF+

30 years into the democracy, how big of an issue is race in South Africa? Chriszaan Du Plessis dispels myths surrounding her party, Vryheidsfront Plus (Freedom Front Plus). She and Bafana Modise unpack what the VF+ would do if elected to power.
10 Apr 54 min

Unpacking Action SA

Are the youth given enough opportunities to meaningfully take part? Bafana is joined by youth chairperson of Mpumalanga and the youngest person running for a seat in parliament, Ismail Joosub. They discuss what Action SA's plans are in the lead to the elections.
9 Apr 50 min

Unpacking SARA

Ever wondered how the youth become active in politics to help bring change? Join Bafana Modise who sits with Romeo Mageba who was involved in fashion design and later built a personal brand through reality TV shows. He also talks about his involvement into politics with the South African Rainbow…
28 Mar 43 min

Unpacking ACDP

What is the role of religion in politics? And how does it create order in everyday society? Join Bafana Modise as he chats with Prudence Mabasa who has been with the African Christian Democratic Party for 5 years. They discuss the morality the party seeks to bring to the table…
28 Mar 54 min

Unpacking Build One South Africa

2 million jobs, is it another political campaign or is it possible? That's what Build One South Africa (BOSA) plan to create. Hear what youth leader, Henry Masuku of BOSA has to say in discussion with Bafana Modise.
15 Mar 54 min

Unpacking DA

How far has the DA come? And where are they going? Bafana Modise sits down with Nicholas Nyathi, the youth leader of the Democratic Alliance. They unpack the DA's manifesto in the lead up to this year's elections. Nicholas delves into the past achievements of his party and dispels some…
13 Mar 59 min

Unpacking ATM

Who is ATM and what do they stand for? Bafana Modise digs into the ATM's agenda with in studio guest, Luyanda Msipha, who is one of the youth leaders in the organisation. Luyanda paints a picture of what the country will look like under the governance of the ATM.
13 Mar 56 min

Unpacking A.C.T

Bafana Modise is joined by Angela Moloko from African Congress for Transformation. They talk about Angela's social justice initiatives and how she got involved in national politics. Angela also explains why she chose to work with Ace Magashule.
16 Feb 1 hr 05 min

Unpacking Rise Mzansi

Bafana Modise sits down with the national leadership collective member of Rise Mzansi, Boitumelo Mpakanyane. They discuss what Rise Mzansi has to offer the electorate, and unpack the nuances of South Africa's political landscape.
16 Feb 1 hr 07 min