{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"South Africa's political crossroads with Sithembile Mbete and Lawrence Hamilton","description":"In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sithembile Mbete and Professor Lawrence Hamilton to shine a light on South Africa\u2019s political landscape following the 2024 elections. While the ANC achieved political freedom thirty years ago, it failed to secure economic justice for the majority. We discuss why many in the Born Free generation view Mandela\u2019s compromises as a betrayal and explore a critical take on the 1996 constitution. We also dive into the 2024 elections, the ANC\u2019s declining popularity, and the rise of offshoot parties. How does political instability, alongside the challenges of inequality, corruption, and gender representation, shape South Africa\u2019s future? Join us to find out more.&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"On the Frontlines of Democracy","author_url":"https:\/\/www.jarislowskydemocracychair.ca\/frontlines-of-democracy","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/33008507\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/810a0a\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/33008507"}