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Reigniting Hope in SA with Neil De Beer

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Neil De Beer of the UIM (United Independent Movement) steps in the ring with Gareth and Phumi to have his say about the upcoming elections. We get some inside info from Neil, coming from an intelligence background - as well as being an advisor to President Nelson Mandela. Neil also launches his manifesto live on the show. And what are you expecting from the SONA this evening? The Burning Platform
8 Feb 2024 English South Africa Politics · News

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