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Another new political party, another ASA | Freedom FANatics Ep. 67
An Action SA breakaway has arrived on the political scene - Activists South Africa. We discuss their launch and look at the journey of Sisipho Hamlomo, from ice-cream seller to Mathematics graduate. Then we look at #YourReactions to a quote by the esteemed economist Ludwig von Mises.
New school subjects are coming soon | Freedom FANatics Ep. 66
Welding, Needlework and Plumbing - these are some of the subjects on the list that the Department of Basic Education wants to introduce at high schools. We discuss this and a new courier service - Thumela - that leverages taxi's and taxi ranks. Then, we look at #YourReactions to our…
Mmusi is back! Will BOSA win your vote? | Freedom FANatics Ep. 65
Former leader of the DA, Mmusi Maimane, is has launched his own political party - Build One South Africa. We discuss this plus look at the desperation caused by load-shedding to business owners, big and small. Then, we look at #YourReactions to the billions of rands lost due to irregular…
1TUKS student murder reignites safety concerns | Freedom FANatics Ep. 64
A fatal mugging of a University of Pretoria student highlights the desperation of South Africa's crime rates. We discuss the tragic passing of Thapelo Menwe and a business advertising initiative in townships. Then, we respond to #YourReactions about the punishment of a schoolboy after setting a teacher's car on fire.
Punishment for hiring 'too many' foreigners?! | Freedom FANatics Ep. 63
Minister of Employment and Labour, Thulas Nxesi, wants businesses who hire foreign-born workers to be punished. We discuss this and the story of Tebogo Maredi's animal welfare programme in Shoshanguve. Then, we look at #YourReactions to a quote by Imtiaz Sooliman from Gift of the Givers. #Employment #Welfare #Township #FreedomFANatics
SA education stuck in the mud | Freedom FANatics Ep. 62
In 2021, more than 1 100 schools did not write Matric maths or science. We discuss this concerning revelation, the power of the township economy and the release of isiZulu on the free language app, DuoLingo. On #YourReactions we go through some heated comments on the EFF/AfriForum 'Kill The Boer'…
Does the government want more control over spazas? | Freedom FANatics Ep. 61
The government is making moves to formalize spaza shops. We discuss the motivations for this and look at the viral success of @Tshepo_Yadilemo's biscuit business on @KasiEconomy. Then, we look at #YourReactions about SA's dismal education system.
More taxes will solve unemployment? | Freedom FANatics Ep. 60
The SA Communist Party makes some stunning remarks about South Africa's free market economy. We discuss this plus look at a dope twitter account featuring small businesses, @KasiEconomy, and the comments on MacG's Podcast and Chill episode with DA leader, John Steenhuisen. Then we look at #YourReactions to SA's brain…
Will the ANC lose power? | Freedom FANatics Ep. 59
While new polling highlights the loss of ANC support, the FAN team discuss the importance of the 2024 elections for South Africa's future. Additionally an incident of police brutality by SAPS also raise the importance for accountability. on #YourReactions the FAN team discuss South Africa's xenophobia crisis.
Which is better - grants or jobs? | Freedom FANatics Ep. 58
With plans to increase Social Relief Distress grants, we look at whether or not grants are actually sustainable in SA. Then, we discuss the new pineapple logo of Freedom FANatics and later we tackle #YourReactions to a Nelson Mandela quote about leaders and sacrifice.
The ANC discovers 'meritocracy' | Freedom FANatics Ep. 57
"We are introducing meritocracy in the ANC. Something which was never there before." The FAN crew discusses these comments by ANC MP Zizi Kodwa, reflect on the passing of John Kane-Berman and look at YOUR REACTIONS to a proposal to raise social grants in South Africa.
Former president roasts Ramaphosa | Freedom FANatics Ep. 56
"There is no national plan to address these challenges of poverty, unemployment, inequality. It doesn't exist." The FAN squad discusses these comments made by a former South African president, voting behaviour and the success of one of the national teams over the weekend. Then, Mbali takes us through YOUR REACTIONS…
You won't believe this ANC plan to solve loadshedding | Freedom FANatics Ep. 55
You know what would be better than one Eskom? Two Eskoms! The FAN crew discusses the latest idea of Minister of Mineral Resources, Gwede Mantashe, to solve the crisis at Eskom, astounding comments from ANC in Gauteng and the great Friedrich Hayek. On Burning Questions, the team reflect on your…
Is Eskom Dead?
On this episode of #BurningQuestions the FAN team discuss the failings of Eskom.
Violent shootings shock South Africa! | Freedom FANatics 54
The FAN squad discuss the shocking mass murders across South Africa & look at the many reasons people are leaving the country.
Do you know South Africa’s history?
"For a country so obsessed with its history, we often know so little about it." We discuss your reactions to this quote by - Terence Corrigan
SAPS failings exposed by ordinary citizens | Freedom FANatics Ep. 53
The FAN squad reacts the emotional outburst of the Minister of Police to criticism from the public and look at the dangers of pit toilets in South African schools.
ANC socialist policies ruining South Africa? | Burning Questions Ep. 51
"ANC’s socialist thinking is crushing South Africa’s future." We discuss your reactions to this quote by Martin van Staden
Stage 6 Blackouts: The chickens come home to roost | Freedom Fanatics Ep. 52
Sholan, Alex & Tiego look at the current Eskom crisis and how it disrupts our daily life. The FAN team then look at a young entrepreneur gaining success despite oppressive government actions.
Do we expect to much from politicians? | Burning Questions Ep. 50
"I don't believe that we should look to the government to solve our issues. I think we should, as young people, get together and work together." We discuss this quote by prominent broadcaster, MacG. #BadgerOfLiberty #FreedomToLead