Democratic Alliance Podcast

Democratic Alliance Podcast

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Untold story of KZN finances exposed

🚨 On this episode of the #DApodcast, Francois Rodgers, KZN MEC for Finance, shares his journey into politics and how he's clamping down on corruption! We discuss the province’s challenges, and explore how the DA is working to stabilise finances, restore services, and rebuild trust in government!

Exposing the Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal

🎙️ Exposing the Tembisa Hospital Looting Scandal 👀 Billions looted. A whistleblower murdered. A hospital in chaos. In this hard-hitting episode of the #DApodcast, we unpack the shocking corruption at Tembisa Hospital, where over R2 billion meant for healthcare was stolen through a web of fraudulent tenders and political protection. Join hosts Angus McKenzie and Thami Mabhena as they speak to Dr Jack Bloom about the DA’s fight for justice, the refusal of access to the hospital, and the latest revelations from the SIU investigation.

Is There Hope for eThekwini (Durban)?

🚨 eThekwini is in crisis, collapsing infrastructure, water outages, and years of ANC mismanagement have left residents frustrated and without hope. In this episode of the #DApodcast, meet Haniff Hoosen, the DA’s Mayoral Candidate for eThekwini, as he unpacks his vision to rescue the city, rebuild services, and restore dignity to every community. #DApodcast

How to fix Nelson Mandela Bay - Retief Odendaal

🚨Nelson Mandela Bay is at a crossroads, collapsing services, corruption, and chaos have left residents desperate for change. In this episode, we introduce Retief Odendaal (MPL), the DA’s Mayoral Candidate with a plan to fix it. Who is Retief beyond the politics? What drives him? And how will he bring stability, restore service delivery, and give Nelson Mandela Bay the future it deserves? 👀 Watch now to find out why this election could change everything for Nelson Mandela Bay.

Crime: Gangs, drugs, and the fight for safety

⚠️ South Africa is under siege from organised crime and gang violence. In this episode of the DA Podcast, Ian Cameron (Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police), JP Smith (Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security), and Elizabeth, a neighbourhood watch member, tackle the scale of crime, assassinations, and gang activity affecting communities. 📢 Hear first-hand stories from the ground, how local authorities and communities are stepping up, and what could be done if the City had more powers to fight back. 💪 This is an eye-opening look at SA’s crime crisis and the battle to keep ordinary South Africans safe.

Helen Zille the next Mayor of Joburg | Ep 14 - DA Podcast

🚨 On this episode of the #DApodcast, Helen Zille joins us to share her journey from journalist and activist to DA leader and Joburg mayoral candidate. We get personal, her roots, what shaped her, and why she decided to step up for Johannesburg now. Helen also shares her vision for the city’s future, and why she believes in Joburg. 🎧 Tune in for an honest, relatable conversation that shows how strong leadership can restore hope and build a Johannesburg we can all believe in.

SA paying for R54 billion electricity price mistake by NERSA!

🚨 On this episode of the DA Podcast, Kevin Mileham MP, DA Spokesperson on Electricity & Energy, and Xanthea Limberg, Mayoral Committee Member for Energy in Cape Town, join us to unpack South Africa’s ongoing electricity and energy crisis. From NERSA’s R54 billion mistake to Eskom’s diesel dependency, rising tariffs, and municipalities failing to manage electricity revenue, we break down the challenges that households, businesses, and the economy face every day. 🎙 Hear how the DA is offering practical solutions with the Energy Turbocharge Plan, fast-tracking reforms, opening the market for renewables, and showing how Cape Town is delivering more reliable, affordable electricity for residents.

Shocking SASSA crisis and abuse exposed | Ep 12 - DA Podcast

🚨 On this episode of the DA Podcast, the DA’s Spokesperson on Social Development, Alexandra Abrahams, and Deputy Spokesperson, Bridget Masango, join us to unpack the ongoing SASSA grant crisis. From the Postbank card switch debacle to biometric verification delays, long queues, and understaffed offices, we break down the challenges that millions of South Africans face, just to access their grants. 🎙 Hear the real-life impact on vulnerable families, the elderly, and those spending nights in queues — and learn how the DA is holding SASSA accountable while pushing for practical solutions.

Hack for jobs and economic growth in SA | Ep 11 - DA Podcast

🎙️ | A deep dive into tangible solutions that will get people into jobs. Tune in as Dr Mark Burke (DA Finance Spokesperson) and Mathew Cuthbert (DA Head of Policy) unpack a set of urgent, practical and implementable reforms to create jobs and grow the economy. The time has come to take action against job-killing policies like BEE, the Employment Equity Act, and the Expropriation Act. Hosted by Luyolo Mphithi and Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcaba, this episode dives into how reliable energy, open ports and rail, and effective service delivery can build a future where every South African has a fair chance to succeed.

Mafia state? What's next for Tshwane? - Cilliers Brink | Ep 10

🎙️ Get to know Cilliers Brink, the DA’s Tshwane Mayoral Candidate as he unpacks his vision to rescue the capital city. In this #DApodcast episode Cilliers exposed the web of corruption in Pretoria, how it has collapsed service delivery, opened the door for political opportunists. If you have any questions about the dynamics in the city, the rotation of mayors, and more, tune in to this episode.

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