African Renaissance Podcast

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• Episode 35 - Dr Lwazi Lushaba: Why Africa Must Rethink Decolonisation, Science & Power 13.07.2026 1t 41min

  In conversation with Dr Lwazi Lushaba, we explore some of the most important philosophical questions shaping Africa and the world today.
• Episode 34 - James Ngcobo: The Art of Storytelling, Theatre, Film & South Africa's Creative Future 06.07.2026 1t 13min

  In conversation with James Ngcobo, acclaimed theatre director, writer, producer and one of South Africa's leading creative minds, we touch on the power of storytelling and why stories remain central to understanding ourselves, our history and our future.
• Special Broadcast - Prof. Noor Nieftagodien: What Is Driving South Africa's Immigration Debate? 28.06.2026 1t 15min

  In conversation with Prof. Noor Nieftagodien, historian, author, and academic, this episode explores one of the most debated and emotionally charged issues in contemporary South Africa. The conversation also reflects on broader questions facing South Africa today: inequality, unemployment, community tensions and democratic institutions. Prof. Nieftagodien offers historical context and critical analysis on how societies respond during periods of uncertainty and social change.
• Episode 33 - Saida Ali: Women, Power & the Future of Africa 22.06.2026 1t 2min

  In conversation with Saida Ali, we explore the role of women in shaping Africa's future and the importance of leadership, community, and collective action across the continent. We also discuss the challenges and opportunities facing African societies today, what authentic leadership looks like, and why empowering communities remains essential for long-term progress.
• Episode 32 - Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse: Music, Liberation and the African Renaissance 15.06.2026 1t 34min

  In conversation with Ntate Sipho Hotstix Mabuse on Music, Liberation and the African Renaissance. Sipho Mabuse known professionally as "Hotstix", is a South African singer-songwriter. Mabuse grew up in Soweto. Mabuse got his start in the Afro-soul group the Beaters in the mid-1970s. After a successful tour of Zimbabwe they changed the group's name to Harari, an afrosoul band led by Mabuse.
• Episode 31 - Charles Nqakula: The Alliance Crisis, MK Party, Police Corruption and South Africa's Political Future 08.06.2026 1t 8min

  In conversation with Charles Nqakula on The Alliance Crisis, MK Party, Police Corruption and South Africa's Political Future.
• Episode 30 - John Kani: Arts, Hollywood, Pan-Africanism and the future of storytelling 01.06.2026 1t 36min

  In conversation with the Legendary actor, playwright, and activist Ntate John Kani. Kani joins Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi for a powerful conversation on theatre, Hollywood, African storytelling, and the politics shaping the modern world.
• Episode 29 - Dr Jonathan Butler: Childhood Fame, Addiction, Faith and Music. 25.05.2026 57min

  In conversation with Dr Jonathan Butler. He opens up about childhood fame, addiction, faith, music, and the journey behind one of South Africa’s most iconic voices. Jonathan Kenneth Butler is a South African singer-songwriter and guitarist. His music is often classified as R&B, jazz fusion or worship music.
• 16th Africa Day Lecture: Prof. Anthoni Van Nieuwkerk - Africa, Diplomacy & the New Global Order. 24.05.2026 1t 1min

  Prof. Anthoni van Nieuwkerk joins Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi for a wide ranging conversation on Africa’s future, South Africa’s declining diplomatic weight, the crisis in US/SA relations, coups on the continent, Madagascar, Sudan, the DRC, and whether Africa is prepared for a fractured global order. A hard but necessary conversation on power, democracy, sovereignty, and Africa’s place in the world.
• 16th Africa Day Lecture: AUDA Nepad at 25 - CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Mrs Nardos Bekele-Thomas 22.05.2026 40min

  African Renaissance Podcast brings you the sit down with the CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Mrs Nardos Bekele-Thomas to mark it's 25th anniversary, as part of our coverage of the Africa Day Celebration.
• Episode 28 - Caiphus Semenya: Music In The Air 18.05.2026 1t 36min

  In conversation with Ntate Caiphus Semenya on Music, Quincy Jones, Composition and Lion King. Caiphus Semenya is a South African composer and musician. As a young musician he sang in the cast of the jazz musical King Kong. After moving to the United States in the 1960s he had a successful career as a composer and arranger, including work on the scores for Roots (1977) and The Color Purple (1985).
• Episode 27 - Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula: Phala Phala, Zimbabwe Trip & Betrayal 11.05.2026 1t 34min

  In conversation with Nosivwe Mapisa-Nqakula on Phala Phala, That Zimbabwe Trip and more. Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is a South African politician of the African National Congress (ANC). She was a cabinet minister from 2004 to 2021 and the Speaker of the National Assembly from 2021 to 2024. She was an elected member of the ANC National Executive Committee between 2002 and 2022. In December 2001, she was appointed Chief Whip of the Majority Party, and merely six months later she became Deputy Min...
• Episode 26 - Prof. Funmi Olonisakin:Power, Agency and the Crisis of African Leadership. 04.05.2026 1t 8min

  In conversation with Prof. Funmi Olonisakin on Power, Agency and the Crisis of African Leadership.
• Episode 25 - Dikgang Moseneke: From Revolution to Justice 27.04.2026 1t 17min

  Today on the African Renaissance Podcast we mark 30 years of South Africa’s Democratic Constitution & Elections with the revolutionary, Robben Islander, Pan-Africanist and former deputy Chief Justice, Dikgang Moseneke.
• Special Broadcast - Ambassador Shakib Mehr of Iran: Having Nuclear Weapons is Forbidden. 08.04.2026 1t 16min

  In Conversation with the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to South Africa, Shakib Mehr.
• Episode 24 - Mandisi Dyantyis: Life, Music and Faith. 06.04.2026 1t 31min

  In Conversation with Mandisi Dyantyis on Life, Music and Faith.
• Episode 23 - Max Boqwana: Max Boqwana: Amnesty, The Untold Story 30.03.2026 1t 25min

  In conversation with CEO of Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Max Boqwana on
• Episode 22 - Brian Kagoro: Rethinking Africa's Development 23.03.2026 1t 21min

  In conversation with Brian Kagoro on Rethinking Africa's Development.
• Episode 21 - Gertrude Mongella: Women, Africa and UN 16.03.2026 54min

  In Conversation with Gertrude Mongella on Women, Africa and UN.
• Episode 20 - Vijay Prashad: Capitalist Crisis, War and The Global South. 09.03.2026 1t 30min

  In conversation with Prof. Vijay Prashad on Capitalist Crisis, War and The Global South.