Podcasts about Robben Island

Zain Johnson speaks with Niall Maloney, one of eight brave friends taking on the icy Robben Island swim — in nothing but speedos — to raise awareness and funds for men’s mental health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Marion Stevens speaks to Lester Kiewit about her participation in the upcoming relay swim from Robben Island to Bloubergstrand, organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. She shared her thoughts on the significance of the swim, reflecting on South Africa's own journey to democracy while standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people. Dr. Stevens emphasized the importance of supporting humanitarian efforts, with all proceeds from the event benefiting Gift of the Givers’ vital work in Palestine and South Africa. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live – Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/audio-podcasts/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by Peet Crowther, athlete and swimmer, to unpack this landmark achievement by swimming from Robben Island to Dassen Island—what it took to prepare, the physical and mental toll, and the powerful mission behind it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A quick thank you to all those who've been donating towards the upkeep of this series, particularly Chereen and Gerhard, your continued support is making a difference. And Adi the winemaker, dankie meneer, and Seyi who's trying to get Paypal sorted, thanks! Not to mention Chris whose significant support means I can host the series long term on iono.fm - and also a shout out, very modern that, a shout out, to Francois at iono.fm who has patiently helped me out when technical blapses creep in.ventually on April 12 1861, the American Civil War began with the bombardment of Fort Sumner in South Carolina. In sunny South Africa, the American Civil War was going to reverberate in many ways. Firstly, the War created a Cotton Crisis and helped foster investments in Natal cotton farms. Before the war, most of Britain's cotton came from the Southern U.S., the slave plantations of the south. But the civil war disrupted these supplies, leading to a massive shortage. British textile mills were scrambling by year-end, and south Africa was on the radar along with other regions. The Natal government encouraged cotton growing, and for a brief moment in time, it was seen as a cash crop to grow. But the reality was, the soils, climate and shortage of labour made it unsustainable long term. Importantly, the British reassessed their strategic imperial priorities, and realised that the American Civil War exposed their fragile imperial control in distant lands. Despite the fact that a liberal Government was in power in the Britain, the Cape Colony and Natal became more strategically important as London sought to secure shipping routes and resources. The Suez Canal was still being constructed, the only way to India was around the Cape. It was the influence of slavery and labour policy that had a profound ideological impact on southern Africans. It led to a future connection, and Confederate influence inside South Africa. This is prescient, but important. The Boer Republics in particular took a great deal of interest in the break-away American states. The mindset, the republicanism, and sympathies with the pro-slavery states of the Confederacy all resonated with the Republics, particularly the ZAR. By 1860 Sir George Grey had thrown virtually the entire amaXhosa leadership into prison — Robben Island to be precise. Maqoma, Mhala, Xayimpi who'd overrun the military villages in the Eighth Frontier War, Silo, Xoxo, Stokwe. There were many amaThembu amaGqunukhwebe, Ndlambe, Ngqika chiefs and councillors marooned on Robben Island, where the winter winds howled across the flat land, where there was little protection from the extreme weather.

A quick thank you to all those who've been donating towards the upkeep of this series, particularly Chereen and Gerhard, your continued support is making a difference. And Adi the winemaker, dankie meneer, and Seyi who's trying to get Paypal sorted, thanks! Not to mention Chris whose significant support means I can host the series long term on iono.fm - and also a shout out, very modern that, a shout out, to Francois at iono.fm who has patiently helped me out when technical blapses creep in.ventually on April 12 1861, the American Civil War began with the bombardment of Fort Sumner in South Carolina. In sunny South Africa, the American Civil War was going to reverberate in many ways. Firstly, the War created a Cotton Crisis and helped foster investments in Natal cotton farms. Before the war, most of Britain's cotton came from the Southern U.S., the slave plantations of the south. But the civil war disrupted these supplies, leading to a massive shortage. British textile mills were scrambling by year-end, and south Africa was on the radar along with other regions. The Natal government encouraged cotton growing, and for a brief moment in time, it was seen as a cash crop to grow. But the reality was, the soils, climate and shortage of labour made it unsustainable long term. Importantly, the British reassessed their strategic imperial priorities, and realised that the American Civil War exposed their fragile imperial control in distant lands. Despite the fact that a liberal Government was in power in the Britain, the Cape Colony and Natal became more strategically important as London sought to secure shipping routes and resources. The Suez Canal was still being constructed, the only way to India was around the Cape. It was the influence of slavery and labour policy that had a profound ideological impact on southern Africans. It led to a future connection, and Confederate influence inside South Africa. This is prescient, but important. The Boer Republics in particular took a great deal of interest in the break-away American states. The mindset, the republicanism, and sympathies with the pro-slavery states of the Confederacy all resonated with the Republics, particularly the ZAR. By 1860 Sir George Grey had thrown virtually the entire amaXhosa leadership into prison — Robben Island to be precise. Maqoma, Mhala, Xayimpi who'd overrun the military villages in the Eighth Frontier War, Silo, Xoxo, Stokwe. There were many amaThembu amaGqunukhwebe, Ndlambe, Ngqika chiefs and councillors marooned on Robben Island, where the winter winds howled across the flat land, where there was little protection from the extreme weather.

This month's #LesterInYourLounge brought us to Clovelly, broadcasting from the home of Traci Kwaai, where Lester Kiewit was joined by Shruti Nair, a Fish Hoek resident, small business owner, and close friend of Traci’s. Originally from India, she traces her love of water back to childhood traditions in her hometown’s stepwells. In recent years, she has embraced open-water swimming, training regularly and competing in races. She swims an average of 2 km unassisted and is preparing for the Robben Island crossing in May, taking on the Clifton Mile this weekend as part of her journey. As a person of colour living in a coastal city, Shruti is deeply passionate about reclaiming and embracing the ocean, challenging barriers, and inspiring others to do the same.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quando Mandela verrà rinchiuso nel carcere di massima sicurezza di Robben Island, lui e i suoi compagni di prigionia non smetteranno comunque mai di esortarsi reciprocamente ad alimentare la propria cultura e a continuare ad apprendere: organizzeranno lezioni segrete su ogni genere di argomento possibile, ininterrottamente. Tra loro la chiameranno “Università di Robben Island”, quel posto orrendo. La Freedom Charter, d'altra parte, l'aveva detto chiaro e tondo che la cultura è la strada maestra verso la libertà.

Quando Mandela verrà rinchiuso nel carcere di massima sicurezza di Robben Island, lui e i suoi compagni di prigionia non smetteranno comunque mai di esortarsi reciprocamente ad alimentare la propria cultura e a continuare ad apprendere: organizzeranno lezioni segrete su ogni genere di argomento possibile, ininterrottamente. Tra loro la chiameranno “Università di Robben Island”, quel posto orrendo. La Freedom Charter, d'altra parte, l'aveva detto chiaro e tondo che la cultura è la strada maestra verso la libertà.  

Send us a textMilton Brest is not just a businessman from Johannesburg—he's a force of nature. A former karate athlete, he has taken on some of the world's most extreme open-water challenges, from braving the icy waters of the Bering Strait to swimming the treacherous currents around Alcatraz and Robben Island, meeting Eskimo's and swimming at the Base Camp of Everest. Training just steps away from the legendary Ellis Park Stadium, the home of Springbok rugby, Milton is no stranger to discipline and endurance.Beyond his incredible athletic feats, Milton has also been a bit of a mentor to me, and today, we'll be unpacking the mindset, motivation, and life lessons behind his adventures. So, whether you're here for inspiration, adventure, or just a great conversation—stick around. This is going to be a good one!"

Chanda sat down with Christo Brand, a former prison guard on Robben Island, who shares his remarkable story of friendship with Nelson Mandela. Discover how an unlikely bond formed between a jailer and the iconic leader, and the profound lessons of respect, humanity, and forgiveness that transformed them both. https://christobrand.co.za/ To purchase "Doing Life with Mandela" book: https://a.co/d/bK7jCAh www.conversationswithchanda.com IG @chandasbaker & @conversationswithchanda Twitter/X: @chandasbaker

In this episode of the BeyoND Study Abroad Podcast, host Grace Martin sits down with Julia Flood to discuss her experience in the Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa (EESA) program. This highly competitive, 6-week summer program challenges students to work alongside South African entrepreneurs in Cape Town's townships, helping make their businesses sustainable. Julia shares insights on the application process, working in consulting teams with local students, and navigating the challenges of real-world entrepreneurship. Plus, we dive into the cultural side of the program—from visiting Robben Island to hiking Table Mountain. As EESA celebrates 25 years, we explore why this program continues to make a lasting impact. If you're interested in social entrepreneurship, hands-on global experiences, or studying abroad in South Africa, this episode is for you!

Nos vamos Ciudad del Cabo donde el legado del apartheid convive con una energía moderna y cosmopolita. En sus calles encontramos mercados bulliciosos, barrios de colores como Bo-Kaap, y el reflejo de su compleja historia en lugares como Robben Island, donde Nelson Mandela pasó casi dos décadas encarcelado. Le dedicamos un montón de minutos, porque se trata de un destino interesante para el país, para el continente y para el mundo. Quiero darte las gracias por escuchar este podcast. Cada vez somos más y ya estamos rondando las 900.000 escuchas al mes. Esto es la caña y es gracias a tí. Aún con todo, por el momento no le he dado al botón de “monetizar” porque no quiero interrupciones de anuncios. Lo que te pediría, por favor me dieras 5 estrellas y dejases una reseña, 30 segundos para tí, una gran ayuda para mí. Además sabes que puedes enviarme audios proponiéndome temas. Puedes  hacerlo con  una nota de voz de hasta 1 minuto por mi cuenta de Instagram o Facebook.  Puedes mandar varias notas de hasta un minuto, si necesitas más tiempo.https://www.facebook.com/CesarSar/https://www.instagram.com/cesarsar_elturista/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC55ZMnqfOlSc7uWbIEM4bDwSi quieres contarme algo puedes escribirme a viajes@cesarsar.com y al mail también me puedes mandar notas de audio. Si quieres contratar mis servicios como viajero consultor es el mismo email, pongo a tu servicio mi experiencia por 135 países en todos los continentes, y es que 3 vueltas al mundo dan para mucho. Puedo ayudarte a organizar tu próximo viajazo, para que aciertes, para que disfrutes, para que vivas, para que sueñes, porque pocas cosas dan tanta satisfacción como un buen viaje. Recuerda que he vuelto a proponer viajes juntos, atento a mis redes sociales. Y si te gusta la serie y quieres ayudar más, puedes dejar otro comentario en esta publicación de BuenViaje en IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CrKqoyzubKZ/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Un abrazo, compartir es vivir. #Viajes #ViajesBarartos #Viajes #Viajessostenibles #Consejosdeviajes #Viajesfelices #Podcastdeviajes #Vueltaalmundo #Sudafrica #Ciudaddelcabo

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/medicine

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

Can older racists change their tune, or will they haunt us further once they're gone? Rich in mystery and life's lessons, God's Waiting Room: Racial Reckoning at Life's End (Rutgers University Press, 2024) considers what matters in the end for older white adults and the younger Black nurses who care for them. An innovation in creative nonfiction, Casey Golomski's story of his years of immersive research at a nursing home in South Africa, thirty years after the end of apartheid, is narrated as a one-day, room-by-room tour. The story is told in breathtakingly intimate and witty conversations with the home's residents and nurses, including the untold story of Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison nurse, and readers learn how ageism, sexism, and racism intersect and impact health care both in South Africa and in the United States, as well as create conditions in which people primed to be enemies find grace despite the odds. Casey Golomski is an associate professor of anthropology and women's and gender studies at the University of New Hampshire in Durham and lives in Medford, Massachusetts. He is the author of Funeral Culture: AIDS, Work, and Cultural Change in an African Kingdom. Reighan Gillam is Associate Professor in the Department of Latin American, Latino, and Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College. Her research examines the ways in which Afro-Brazilian media producers foment anti-racist visual politics through their image creation. She is the author of Visualizing Black Lives: Ownership and Control in Afro-Brazilian Media (University of Illinois Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil De Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), turned up to the latest recording of the Sunday Show to deny a viral voice note announcing that he had died at 10pm last night. He goes on, in his customary irrepressible fashion, to lambast top African National Congress (ANC) politicians like Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe for his failures and excesses; Secretary General Fikile Mbalula for his “insult politics” and that luxury yacht trip to Robben Island. He gives his take on former Springbok coach Pieter De Villiers joining former president Jacob Zuma's MKP, which De Beer describes as “a tyranny of couch potatoes of the people that are rejected by common society”. He speaks about the dark secrets of the Apartheid-era going to the grave with former spy boss Neil Barnard. And he describes how the low standard of education in South Africa is “killing the child's future”.

Qaanitah Hunter, award-winning political journalist and author, joins John Maytham to delve into the controversy surrounding ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula’s arrival at Robben Island on a luxury yacht for the party's 113th anniversary. Hunter explained that the incident was more than just a logistical choice; it was a powerful metaphor for the ANC’s transformation from a party rooted in struggle to one increasingly defined by excess and privilege.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Dr. Jonty Tshipa, COO of the Robben Island Museum, about concerns raised over restricted access to the Robert Sobukwe compound. Journalist Pathiswa Tshangana’s viral post criticized the museum for limiting access, arguing it erases Sobukwe’s legacy. Dr. Tshipa clarifies the access policy and highlights festive season tour options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heute entführen wir dich nach Robben Island, einem Ort voller Geschichte und Symbolik vor der Küste Kapstadts.

Gangsterism, immigration, economic inequality, land reform and whether the historic prison of Robben Island could be turned into a luxury resort: World Questions is in Cape Town to debate issues raised by South Africans thirty years after democracy came to their nation. Crime is rampant, six out of ten young people are without a job and housing is still a massive issue but this year, elections returned a grand coalition of multiple parties who are working together for the first time. Jonny Dymond presents from the Homecoming Centre in Cape Town's District Six, a place where a multi-race community is returning after forced eviction during the apartheid years. He is joined by a panel from the coalition and opposition and a Cape Town audience. The panel: Solly Malatsi: MP, Democratic Alliance. Minister for Communications and Digital Technologies Naledi Chirwa: Economic Freedom Fighters. Delegate in South Africa's Upper House, the National Council of Provinces Khalid Sayed: MPP, African National Congress. Leader of the Opposition in Western Cape Provincial Parliament Ashley Sauls: MP, Parliamentary Leader of the Patriotic Alliance Party in the National Assembly.

Nelson Mandela, figure magistrale du XXe siècle, incarne la lutte contre l'injustice avec une force qui transcende les époques. Son combat acharné contre l'apartheid, payé au prix de 27 années de captivité, l'a mené des geôles de Robben Island à la présidence de l'Afrique du Sud, marquant un tournant historique pour le continent africain.Son parcours extraordinaire a profondément marqué la création artistique mondiale. En 1988, alors que Mandela était encore prisonnier, le groupe Simple Minds lui dédie une œuvre poignante : "Mandela Day". Ce qui n'était au départ qu'une face B s'est rapidement mué en un hymne universel, porté par la ferveur populaire et les ondes radiophoniques, devenant le symbole musical du combat contre l'apartheid.Cette chanson cristallise un moment crucial de l'histoire contemporaine, rejoignant d'autres hommages musicaux mémorables, notamment ceux de Johnny Clegg, surnommé le "Zoulou blanc", dont les compositions ont également célébré le combat de Madiba. En ce 25e anniversaire de sa libération, ce récit musical nous replonge dans une période charnière où l'art et l'engagement politique se sont entremêlés pour porter un message d'espoir et de changement. Une exploration fascinante de la façon dont la musique peut devenir un puissant vecteur de transformation sociale, transcendant les frontières pour porter la voix de la liberté.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.

Part Two of my chart with Elizabeth Nickson.  Elizabeth Nickson was trained as a reporter at the London bureau of Time Magazine. She became European Bureau Chief of LIFE magazine in its last years of monthly publication, and during that time, acquired the rights to Nelson Mandela's memoir before he was released from the Robben Island prison. She went on to write for Harper's Magazine, the Guardian, the Observer, the Independent, the Sunday Telegraph, the Sunday Times Magazine, the Telegraph, the Globe and Mail and the National Post. Her first book The Monkey Puzzle Tree was an investigation of the CIA MKULTRA mind control program. Her next book, Eco-Fascists; How Radical Environmentalists Are Destroying Our Natural Heritage, was a look at how environmentalism, badly practiced, is destroying the rural economy and rural culture in the U.S. and all over

This is episode 197. Which is a prime number and therefore symbolic too because this episode we're dealing with a unique event in Southern African history. The 8th Frontier war, which began on Christmas Day 1950, was going to end eventually although as with all conflicts that stretch into years, most of those involved despaired believing perhaps the guns would never fall silent. A British government under Russell had come a cropper partly because of the way in which this war dragged on, it led to Sir Harry Smith losing his job as Cape Governor, and Sir George Cathcart had arrived to escort the conflagration to its spluttering expiration. Lord Earl Grey had lost his job as Colonial Secretary, only a few weeks after he'd fired Harry Smith. Among the amaXhosa, things were actually not much better. The overall situation was different from the previous war, because there was no longer any attempt at a central command, or even unity of action. Chief Sandile of the amaNqgika had told his warriors to avoid gathering in large numbers, preferring quick and dirty small raids to anything large scale. Committing acts of mischief of all kinds as the British referred to it. For both the settlers and Xhosa people who were trying to get on with their lives, the unstable frontier was a torturous concoction of blood, sweat and tears. It was actually the Khoekhoe rebels under leaders like Willem Uithaalder who were determined to hold out whatever happened. This position was reinforced when the British conducted a show trial of a man who has been treated very badly by History, by the name of Andries Botha. A Khoe veteran — former of the Cape Mounted Rifles. He faced two treason trials, the first ended in 1851, but the settlers were baying for his blood as a former Cape Mounted Rifles commander who was accused of switching sides to fight with the amaXhosa. As you'll hear, he hadn't. In May 1852 he was re-arrested and marched into a court where Judge Sir John Wylde presided in what became known as South Africa's first show trial — foreshadowing others such as the Rivonia Treason Trials where Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life on Robben Island. It as an unprecedented event this 1852 show trial, the first of its kind in the Supreme Court of the Cape Colony. Previously the trials had been dominated by the almost ritualised sentencing of rebellious slaves, but this one was the first politically charged trial taking aim at an indigenous person, a man of Southern Africa, not a rebellious slave from Madagascar or West Africa. Botha was defended by two of the Cape's top lawyers, Frank Watermeyer and Johannes Brand. In what amounted to an unsightly rush, he was sentenced to death in spite of a strong defence, however the outrage that followed led to the death sentence commuted to life in prison. The amaXhosa were exhausted and in Febuary 1853, Sir George Cathcart, like his predecessors, had tired of greedy colonists making quite a bit of cash out of this war. They hiked up their prices for all goods, horses, oxen, feed, leather goods, food. After protracted negotiations, Sandile and Maqoma surrendered, along with their chiefs. They were pardoned by Cathcart, who had promised they would not be arrested like Siyolo, in exchange for an unconditional surrender. And so dear listener, the end of the eighth frontier war was inconclusive. At first glance, it appeared the British had prevailed, the amaXhosa had been vanquished. It had cost close to three million pounds, 16 000 Xhosa had died, 1400 British and colonials. It had given the world something called the Birkenhead Drill, women and children first. It had also revealed to planet earth, a modern war where a guerrilla-style army with experience in the bush had forced the conventional army into unconventional tactics.

This is episode 197. Which is a prime number and therefore symbolic too because this episode we're dealing with a unique event in Southern African history. The 8th Frontier war, which began on Christmas Day 1850, was going to end eventually although as with all conflicts that stretch into years, most of those involved despaired believing perhaps the guns would never fall silent. A British government under Russell had come a cropper partly because of the way in which this war dragged on, it led to Sir Harry Smith losing his job as Cape Governor, and Sir George Cathcart had arrived to escort the conflagration to its spluttering expiration. Lord Earl Grey had lost his job as Colonial Secretary, only a few weeks after he'd fired Harry Smith. Among the amaXhosa, things were actually not much better. The overall situation was different from the previous war, because there was no longer any attempt at a central command, or even unity of action. Chief Sandile of the amaNqgika had told his warriors to avoid gathering in large numbers, preferring quick and dirty small raids to anything large scale. Committing acts of mischief of all kinds as the British referred to it. For both the settlers and Xhosa people who were trying to get on with their lives, the unstable frontier was a torturous concoction of blood, sweat and tears. It was actually the Khoekhoe rebels under leaders like Willem Uithaalder who were determined to hold out whatever happened. This position was reinforced when the British conducted a show trial of a man who has been treated very badly by History, by the name of Andries Botha. A Khoe veteran — former of the Cape Mounted Rifles. He faced two treason trials, the first ended in 1851, but the settlers were baying for his blood as a former Cape Mounted Rifles commander who was accused of switching sides to fight with the amaXhosa. As you'll hear, he hadn't. In May 1852 he was re-arrested and marched into a court where Judge Sir John Wylde presided in what became known as South Africa's first show trial — foreshadowing others such as the Rivonia Treason Trials where Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life on Robben Island. It as an unprecedented event this 1852 show trial, the first of its kind in the Supreme Court of the Cape Colony. Previously the trials had been dominated by the almost ritualised sentencing of rebellious slaves, but this one was the first politically charged trial taking aim at an indigenous person, a man of Southern Africa, not a rebellious slave from Madagascar or West Africa. Botha was defended by two of the Cape's top lawyers, Frank Watermeyer and Johannes Brand. In what amounted to an unsightly rush, he was sentenced to death in spite of a strong defence, however the outrage that followed led to the death sentence commuted to life in prison. The amaXhosa were exhausted and in Febuary 1853, Sir George Cathcart, like his predecessors, had tired of greedy colonists making quite a bit of cash out of this war. They hiked up their prices for all goods, horses, oxen, feed, leather goods, food. After protracted negotiations, Sandile and Maqoma surrendered, along with their chiefs. They were pardoned by Cathcart, who had promised they would not be arrested like Siyolo, in exchange for an unconditional surrender. And so dear listener, the end of the eighth frontier war was inconclusive. At first glance, it appeared the British had prevailed, the amaXhosa had been vanquished. It had cost close to three million pounds, 16 000 Xhosa had died, 1400 British and colonials. It had given the world something called the Birkenhead Drill, women and children first. It had also revealed to planet earth, a modern war where a guerrilla-style army with experience in the bush had forced the conventional army into unconventional tactics.

Elizabeth Nickson was trained as a reporter at the London bureau of Time Magazine. She became European Bureau Chief of LIFE magazine in its last years of monthly publication, and during that time, acquired the rights to Nelson Mandela's memoir before he was released from the Robben Island prison. She went on to write for Harper's Magazine, the Guardian, the Observer, the Independent, the Sunday Telegraph, the Sunday Times Magazine, the Telegraph, the Globe and Mail and the National Post. Her first book The Monkey Puzzle Tree was an investigation of the CIA MKULTRA mind control program. Her next book, Eco-Fascists; How Radical Environmentalists Are Destroying Our Natural Heritage, was a look at how environmentalism, badly practiced, is destroying the rural economy and rural culture in the U.S. and all over the world. She is a Senior Fellow at the Frontier Center for Public Policy, fcpp.org. Her excellent blog is Welcome to Absurdistan at Substack.

Guest: Tangible Africa Project Coordinator, Lizwi Gwaza  Tangible Africa is shaping Africa's future leaders at the Robben Island Museum's annual Spring School programme, hosted this week on Robben Island in Cape Town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quatrième destination de l'été parano : Robben Island, en Afrique du Sud. Dans cet épisode, Gaël et Geoffroy détaillent la théorie du complot qui considère que Mandela aurait été secrètement exécuté et remplacé par un sosie. Une conspiration vertigineuse qui remet totalement en cause l'histoire officielle sud-africaine et rejette l'héritage politique du premier président noir de la nation arc-en-ciel. Musique : Thibaud R. Habillage sonore / mixage : Alexandre Lechaux Facebook Instagram  Twitter  www.toutsavoir.fr Contact : tousparano@gmail.com

Crystal speaks to the owner of Doodles Beachfront restaurant which has been operating since 1991 as part of our Classic Cape Town restaurant series. It has one of the best views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, and Table Bay and serves great seafood and pizzas on its deck.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST OVERVIEW: Elizabeth Nickson was trained as a reporter at the London bureau of Time Magazine. She became European Bureau Chief of LIFE magazine in its last years of monthly publication, and during that time, acquired the rights to Nelson Mandela's memoir before he was released from Robben Island. She went on to write for Harper's Magazine, the Guardian, the Observer, the Independent, the Sunday Telegraph, the Sunday Times Magazine, the Telegraph, the Globe and Mail and the National Post.

Pippa Hudson speaks to endurance swimmer Howard Warrington. He will become the first person ever, to do the crossing from Robben Island to Blouberg, 200 times.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Bobby was live from Cape Town in South Africa as part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat where he explored Robben Island's place in the social and political history of South Africa.

Whew! I did some math, and it's led me to some difficult decisions. You'll see. We'll also explore Capetown, make some toast, and learn how to not go blind.  Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo   The view from Robben Island.  PRODUCT REVIEW 500W Single Slot Toaster https://amzn.to/49kj3Ml RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Seriously, don't look at the eclipse without protection! Here's some advice.  https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety   Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way. 

On Wednesday, we told you about four women who were going to attempt an incredible swim from Robben Island to Dassen Island, which is 50 km in 18 hours.Pippa Hudson speaks to one of the Relay Mermaids, as they call themselves, Georgina Smith, to report on what happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys pay a heartfelt tribute to their DJ hero and inspiration for this show, the legendary Steve Wright. Amid the nostalgia, they take a phone call from a missing colleague who is locked up on Robben Island. Meanwhile, in Lickey End, England's Weirdest Village, Norma's competitive streak results in her arrest after a punch-up with a Liberal Democrat in a village jam-making contest. Laughs, tributes, and unexpected twists await on Talking Istanbullocks!#TalkingIstanbullocks #SteveWrightTribute #RadioMagic #Banter #ComedyPodcast #RobbenIsland #VillageJamCompetition #ComedySkits #LickeyEnd #ComedyPodcast #JoanORuairc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest: Kim Prytz | A Cape Town music teacher who can now also claim the title of a world record holder – because early last week she became the first person ever to complete the double Robben Island crossing along the route from Lagoon Beach to the island and back to Big Bay.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever been gripped by the tale of a place that has seen centuries of heartache, yet stands as a symbol of resilience? That's the journey we embark upon as we traverse the poignant history of Robben Island, the very ground that once held Nelson Mandela captive. In this vivid retelling, we intertwine our encounter with the island's somber past and the vibrant culture of Cape Town – from unexpected penguin sightings to the tales told by a former inmate who shared Mandela's prison walls. Join us for this emotional rollercoaster, where business lessons on trust within remote teams are masterfully woven with the threads of South Africa's enduring spirit.Our exploration doesn't stop at the water's edge; it sails across the diverse experiences that define Johannesburg and Cape Town, each city pulsating with its own unique rhythm. As we share anecdotes from our journey, we uncover how our team's remote dynamic parallels the autonomy found within these cities – each with a story to tell, a culture to share, and a trust to build. Whether we're soaring above Table Mountain via helicopter or feeling the embrace of the locals, this episode is a tapestry of rich insights and transformative encounters, all rooted in the profound connections and the call to adventure that Africa extends to us all.

Celebrating a 35th birthday and managing our business remotely, we embarked on an incredible South African adventure, and I'm thrilled to share the journey with you. From the moment we stepped onto the plane with our toddler in tow, our trip was a series of learnings and unforgettable experiences. We navigated through the challenges of long-haul flights, finding comfort in unexpected upgrades and indulging in travel hacks that made all the difference. If you're grappling with the logistics of family travel or wondering how to keep business running smoothly from afar, join us as we recount the trials, triumphs, and tips that kept us sane and successful.Our time in Johannesburg offered a lens to view the past and present of social movements, drawing stark comparisons from the 'Free Mandela' campaign to today's 'Free Meek Mill'. The spirit and resilience of Soweto's communities left an indelible mark on us, as did the complex issues of black ownership in South Africa's diverse economy. This trip wasn't just about personal milestones; it was a deep dive into the heart of global social justice, racial identity, and the nuanced realities of a post-pandemic world. With each encounter and conversation, our perspectives broadened, and we're eager to take you along on this eye-opening exploration.As we wrapped up our sojourn with a safari that brought us face-to-face with Africa's majestic wildlife, we marveled at the raw beauty and the stark contrasts to the caged creatures back at the zoo. Managing a team from a distance, we discovered the rich tapestry of Cape Town's culture, from Table Mountain's heights to the poignant history of Robben Island. This trip enriched our souls, connected us to our heritage, and provided a wealth of knowledge that we're excited to impart. Sit back and immerse yourself in our African escapade, where every moment is a story, every insight a lesson, and every reflection a step closer to a world unbounded.

Guest: Consumer journalist Wendy Knowler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Le 5 décembre 2023 marque le 10e anniversaire de la mort du premier président sud-africain noir, devenu une icone de la lutte contre le racisme.  Madiba a été élu président en 1994, quatre ans après sa libération de prison, après être resté vingt-sept ans derrière les barreaux. Un parcours hors du commun. Quel était ce parcours? Que reste-t-il de son message et ses combats?  Avec Baptiste Zapirain et Charles Trahan Une production QUB Radio Décembre 2023Pour de l'information concernant l'utilisation de vos données personnelles - https://omnystudio.com/policies/listener/fr

Get set for an exhilarating journey through South Africa's most awe-inspiring landscapes, as Andrei Von Ketz,  director at Drive South Africa Car Rental Company, takes us on a virtual road trip.We first cover the Cape Town area, from the haunting echoes of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment at Robben Island to the vibrant Victoria & Albert Waterfront, home to the largest museum of contemporary African art. We visit the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, and the District Six Museum, a stark reminder of apartheid's brutal past. This journey culminates at the Cape of Good Hope, the junction of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.Then we focus on some of South Africa's best drives, including the renowned Garden Route and offbeat Route 62 through the Karoo region. Andrei, our steadfast guide, recounts his memorable family road trip during the COVID-19 pandemic. So tune in, get inspired, and gear up to hit the open road in South Africa!_____Andrei Von Ketz, lives in South Africa and is director at Drive South Africa Car Rental Company, and loves to hit the road._____Podcast host Lea Lane blogs at forbes.com, has traveled to over 100 countries, and  has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact Lea- she loves hearing from you!  @lealane on Twitter; PlacesIRememberLeaLane on Insta; Places I Remember with Lea Lane on Facebook; Website: placesirememberlealane.com.  New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, wherever you listen. Please consider sharing, following, rating and reviewing this award-winning travel podcast.

Quand elle ne s'occupe pas des bébés en France ou en mission humanitaire à Madagascar, Isabelle, qui est kiné pédiatrique, aime parcourir notre belle planète avec son amoureux et leurs enfants, Charlie et Tom. En 2019, ils ont fait un très, très beau road trip. D'Étosha à Sesriem, ils se sont émerveillés devant la beauté des paysages namibiens et de leurs animaux en liberté. Et comme ils n'en avaient pas assez, ils ont enchainé avec une escapade tout au sud de l'Afrique. Si vous aussi vous rêvez de découvrir ce pays, vous allez adorer cet épisode. ****************************************************************************************************************************** ✅ Pour retrouver Isabelle @Happyfamilyetcie ✅ Mon blog Famille & Voyages https://familleetvoyages.com ✅ Et si tu me taguais sur un de ces réseaux

Episode 15: Show Notes. Today we have a great summer catch-up, rounding up all the flights we have taken and destinations we have visited recently! We talk flights, hotels, cruise ships, river boat cruises, penguins, and more! Trevor unpacks his Greek Isles cruise, and the highs and lows, to include far, far more than normal travel gaffs! We touch on Mykonos' iconic color palette, and when he would like to return in the future. We then get to hear from Tom about his time in South Africa, where he visited Cape Town and then Zimbabwe, where he visited Victoria Falls, the great food he ate, and the majesty of the impressive feats of nature! From the wildlife to the weather, the trip was mostly a really memorable one. Perhaps more humorously, both Trevor and Tom's way home was overly long, so make sure to stick around to hear all about the unnecessary layovers and over-packed lounges! Key Points From This Episode: [02:40] Trevor's recent trip and reflections on connecting airports, customs, hotel bookings, and more. [08:36] The different levels of service available on cruise liners and their biggest signifiers. [12:08] More gaffs and faux pas in Piraeus, Athens, and the stereotypical beauty of Mykonos. [17:39] The last stop in Greece, wandering around an island and enjoying its gelato. [24:35] Tom talks about his departure from Dulles Airport and his disappointment with the lounges. [28:00] Why you should never compare first class and business class! [32:10] Tom's stop in Cape Town, South Africa, penguins, and affordable fine dining. [34:22] A little about the history of Robben Island and Tom's experience taking the ferry. [37:50] Flying to Victoria Falls and the perfect weather in Zimbabwe at this time of year. [43:18] New Visa requirements and reasons to always carry one of the major currencies. [47:15] Tom's return journey and why it took so long. [55:04] Delicious Ethiopian flavors and the food that was served in the lounges and flights. [1:03:18] This week's round of 'Guess the Fare!' Tweetables: “We'll go back to Athens, but I think we'll wait until our daughter is old enough to enjoy it.” — @tmount [14:31] “Some people make their own serendipity, I guess.” — @TktweetsKim [17:34] “South Africa, and Cape Town in particular, has a very Mediterranean, almost California-esque climate.” — @tmount [33:49] “I would say that Victoria Falls impresses quite a bit more than Niagara.” — @TktweetsKim [38:37] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Qatar Airways Lufthansa Nelson Mandela South African Airways Ethiopian Airlines Milenomics Thomas Kim on Twitter Trevor Mountcastle on Twitter

Winnie Mandela was hailed as an anti-apartheid hero and reviled as a corrupt child killer. In hindsight, can she be both? If she had never married Nelson Mandela would we even have heard of her? Yes, most likely. Listen to the first episode of season 6 where we dive into the lives of some of history's most notable women.Narrated by Charles Dance. Publishing biweekly. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/

400 years after the publication of William Shakespeare's First Folio, five writers are each asked to pick a speech from one of the Folio's plays, tell it what they think it means, and what it means to them. This time, the author, curator and broadcaster Professor Islam Issa chooses a speech from Act 2, Scene 2 of Julius Caesar. It's a speech which he says is full of masterful language, can leave us with surprising take-homes about everyday life, and has a fascinating performance history. In an essay which takes us from the Roman Empire to Robben Island prison, Islam shows us how much a short speech from early in the play can teach us about humanity and every day life. Drawing on reflections and quotes from Islamic scholar and mystic Jalal al-Din Rūmi and the father of the Japanese chanoyu (the tea ceremony) Sen no Rikyu, Islam reveals how a passage from a play which is over 400 years old might say something about mindfulness in the present moment. Produced by Camellia Sinclair for BBC Audio in Bristol Mixed by Suzy Robins

Matthew Willman is a South African-based photographer. He trained as a ballet dancer and later turned that career into photography. He is also the author of Tripping Over Presidents and Stepping Away. Matthew has worked with Nelson Mandela, Bill Clinton, US and African Presidents, and has been commissioned to work with various world leaders including former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, Desmond Tutu, and 12 Nobel Peace Prize laureates.  In this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, John Corcoran interviews Matthew Willman, a South African-based photographer and author, about his experience meeting and working with Nelson Mandela. Matthew also shares his experience living on Robben Island, South Africa, his most memorable moments with world leaders, and his photography career highlights.

While Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on South Africa's Robben Island, one of the other political prisoners, Sonny Venkatrathnam, managed to retain a copy of Shakespeare's complete works. Venkatrathnam secretly circulated the book to many of his fellow prisoners—including Mandela—asking them to sign their names next to their favorite passages. As South African Shakespeare scholar David Schalkwyk explains to interviewer Rebecca Sheir, there is something special about "a book that had passed through the hands of the people who had saved my country." Schalkwyk shares some personal history and reveals what Shakespeare might have meant to the men who signed the Robben Island Shakespeare. David Schalkwyk is a Professor of Shakespeare Studies at Queen Mary University of London. He previously served as director of research at the Folger Shakespeare Library and editor of Shakespeare Quarterly. He is the author of Speech and Performance in Shakespeare's Sonnets; Plays, Literature and the Touch of the Real; and Shakespeare, Love and Service. His book about the Robben Island Shakespeare is titled Hamlet's Dreams. It was published by Bloomsbury Academic in 2013.  From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast. Originally published in 2013, and rebroadcast July 19, 2022. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This podcast episode, "Cowards Die Many Times before Their Deaths; The Valiant Never Taste of Death but Once," was produced under the supervision of Garland Scott, and is presented with permission of rlpaulproductions, LLC, which created it for the Folger. Esther French and Ben Lauer are the web producers.