ITALK YOUTH

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

In Conversation with Khayalethu Nyathi , the UDM(United Democractic Movement) Branch Secretary

We are exactly thirty days away from the local elections, did you register to vote? Do you have your Identity Document? Are you ready to vote? The pressure keeps increasing ahead of one of the most anticipated local elections in South Africa’s history. Several parties have announced their candidates for…

5 Oct 41 min

In Conversation with Vuyolwethu Zungula, African Transformation Movement's mayoral candidate in the city of Johannesburg

We are five weeks away from officially electing Johannesburg’s next mayor in the 2026 Local Government Elections, a race filled with uncertainty and growing expectations for a new dawn in South Africa’s most important city. Vuyolwethu (Vuyo) Zungula has been selected to contest the Johannesburg mayoral position under the African…

30 Sep 46 min

In conversation with Kenny Kunene South african politician businessman, Deputy President of the Patriotic Alliance

The race for Johannesburg’s next mayor continues, and we bring you the candidates who wish to occupy that seat. The Patriotic Alliance has elected Kenny Kunene as its mayoral candidate to contest the November elections. PA party leader Gayton McKenzie has assured residents that Johannesburg’s problems will not be solved…

22 Sep 45 min

In Conversation with the Councillor of the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Palesa Yates

The African Christian Democratic Party in Ekurhuleni is calling for urgent action from SAPS following the discovery of the bodies of five women in Kempton Park and Olifantsfontein. The party says authorities must intensify efforts to identify and apprehend those responsible, while also calling of the City of Ekurhuleni to…

15 Sep 10 min

In conversation with Palesa Yates Councillor in the City of Ekhurhuleni For African Christian Democratic P

The African Christian DeMocratic Party in Ekurhuleni is calling for urgent action from SAPS following the discovery of the bodies of five women in Kempton Park and Olifantsfontein. The party says authorities must intensify efforts to identify and apprehend those responsible, while also calling on the City of Ekurhuleni to…

14 Sep 12 min

In conversation with Hlumelo Xaba, a political analyst and dynamic leader poineering development and global intergration

The African National Congress is facing growing questions about its leadership and organisational discipline ahead of the local government elections. This follows a series of incidents involving senior ANC figures using profanity while addressing members of the public, coupled with controversy over the party's late submission of candidate lists to…

14 Sep 24 min

In Conversation with Political analyst and dynamic leader pioneering socio- economic develpoment Hlumeli Xaba

The African National Congress is facing growing questions about its leadership and organisational discipline ahead of the local government elections. This follows a series of incidents involving senior ANC figures using profanity while addressing of the public, coupled with controversy over the party's late submission of candidate lists to the…

14 Sep 22 min

In conversation with South African Meterologist and Climate Scientist, senior weather forecaster at SAWS Tokelo Chiloane

South Africa is heading into a potentially very strong El Niño, with forecasts pointing to above-normal temperatures and below-normal rainfall across much of the country. The South African Weather Service’s latest outlook indicates that the October to December 2026 period is very likely to experience above-normal temperatures across much of…

7 Sep 18 min

In conversation with Democratic Alliance for Community Safety Michael Sun

The DA in Gauteng is raising alarm over what it describes as widespread corruption within the province’s traffic and metro police services. According to the party, 456 complaints involving fraud, corruption, extortion and theft were recorded between 2022 and 2026, with the Johannesburg Metro Police Department accounting for 185 cases…

7 Sep 18 min

In conversation with Legal Analyst Andries Nkome

lThe legal troubles surrounding suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi have taken another serious turn. Mkhwanazi has been arrested in connection with allegations surrounding the murder of businessman Emmanuel Mbense, whose body was allegedly disposed of after his death. But this latest arrest is only part of…

31 Aug 12 min

In conversation with political Analyst Professor Pieter Duvenage

The battle for control of the City of Johannesburg is intensifying ahead of the November 4 local government elections. The ANC is yet to settle on a single mayoral candidate, the party has shortlisted three names which includes the incumbent mayor Dada Morero, his deputy Loyiso Masuku, and veteran ANC…

31 Aug 27 min

In conversation with Land Party candidate for mayoral candidate for Joburg,Ntsiki Mazwai

The race for the City of Johannesburg mayoral seat is gaining momentum, poet, musician and social activist Ntsiki Mazwai has entered the contest as the Land Party’s mayoral candidate. Mazwai, who was born in Johannesburg, is known for her bold views on politics, culture and social issues. She has thrown…

24 Aug 45 min

In conversation with Benedict Phiri who is a legal expert.

The country’s highest court denied opposition parties led by the African Transformation Movement (ATM) leave to appeal a High Court interdict that halted public hearings of the Section 89 inquiry for now. The MK Party said that Wednesday's Constitutional Court order related to the impeachment of President Cyril Ramaphosa reinforces…

17 Aug 15 min

In Conversation with Dr Thelela Ngcetane-Vika is a Senior Lecturer, corporate governance and leadership scholar, managem

The 2026 Local Government Elections are shaping up to be one of the most anticipated elections in South African history. In Johannesburg, the race for the city's highest office continues to generate significant interest as political parties unveil their mayoral candidates ahead of the November polls. Tonight, as we celebrate…

17 Aug 22 min

In conversation with Shayanne Paxton , Social and Political commentator,Head of debate class at Wits University

The Johannesburg mayoral race continues to intensify as more political parties announce their candidates for what many consider to be one of the most closely watched contests of the upcoming local government elections. The Economic Freedom Fighters have announced Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng as their mayoral candidate for Johannesburg, bringing the…

27 Jul 19 min

In conversation with energy expert Ruse Moleshe

The South African government says they are pressing ahead with plans to expand the country’s nuclear energy programme, despite concerns over safety at the Koeberg power station. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said the government remained committed to procuring 5.2 gigawatts of new nuclear capacity as part of the country's R2.2…

20 Jul 13 min

In conversation with an independent political analyst Goodenough Mashego

Another week, another scandal involving the Ekurhuleni Municipality, Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department Chief Julius Mkhwanazi, alongside a Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department officer identified as Witness K, was arrested on Friday for allegedly stealing precious stones worth nearly R15 million in 2023. The allegations stem from testimony heard before the Madlanga…

20 Jul 25 min