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ITALK YOUTH

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people.
With this programme we aim to bridge the gap between young citizens and decision makers by making politics relatable, engaging, and solution oriented. Through interviews, debates, vox pops, social media engagement, and expert analysis, the show empowers youth to understand policy, challenge leadership, and actively participate in democracy.
Weekly English South Africa Politics · News
40 Episodes
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IN CONVERSATION WITH JOHNATHAN ERASMUS, COMMUNICATION MANAGER AT WATERCAN

The City of Johannesburg is facing legal action over its controversial 65.6% water tariff increase, with community organisations arguing that the increase is unaffordable and was introduced without adequate public consultation. The City has defended the increase, arguing that additional revenue is necessary to maintain and repair ageing water infrastructure…
9 Nov 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GOODENOUGH MASHEGO

The announcement of the local government election results has shifted attention to Gauteng, particularly the City of Johannesburg, where the political make-up of the new council will determine who takes control of the country's economic hub. With no single party securing an outright majority in several municipalities, coalition negotiations are…
9 Nov 18 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KOPANO MALEBO, SOCIAL COMMENTATOR

South Africa's 2026 local government has delivered a significant moment for the country’s political landscape with results reflecting growing political competition and a continued decline in support for the African National Congress. For the first time in the country's democratic history, the ANC has fallen below a third of the…
9 Nov 16 min

In Conversation with Dr Harlan Cloete Governance expert , A Research fellow at the University of the Free State

two days to go before the Local Government Elections, the spotlight is on the City of Joburg The city continues to grapple with challenges around service delivery, financial management, infrastructure maintenance and political instability, raising questions about accountability, administrative capacity and the effectiveness of successive administrations. While political parties have…
2 Nov 9 min

In Conversation with Lerato Jiyane a community activist, an Administrator at the Joburg Crisis Alliance

This coming Wednesday With local government elections approaching on 4 November, Johannesburg’s water challenges have become an important service delivery issue. How significant should water provision be when residents decide which political party to vote for?Water disruptions have raised concerns about infrastructure, municipal planning, accountability and the government’s ability to…
2 Nov 12 min

In Conversation with Yongama Zigebe UDM Mayoral candidate in the city of Johannesburg

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people. With this programme we aim…
27 Oct 18 min

In Conversation with Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, EFF COJ Mayoral candidate

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people. With this programme we aim…
20 Oct 42 min

In Conversation with Phanasi Malatsi, Leader of Organic Humanity Movement of Ward 37

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people. With this programme we aim…
20 Oct 17 min

In Conversation with Prof Pieter Duvenage, political analyst

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people. With this programme we aim…
20 Oct 9 min

In Conversation with Lebogang Maputle UAT councillor of Ward 113

I_Talk_Youth is a dynamic, youth-driven political talk show that unpacks the issues shaping young people’s lives in South Africa and across the continent. The show creates a platform where politics, governance, activism, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and social justice intersect through the voice of young people. With this programme we aim…
20 Oct 11 min
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