Wars are often decided by a few — but lived by millions.

In this episode of Context, Sebenzile Nkambule explores the human cost of “big man politics” and how concentrated power shapes war, conflict, and instability around the world.

This episode unpacks:

• What “big man politics” means
• Why personalised power often leads to conflict
• Lessons from Iran and historic wars
• The long economic and social tail of war
• Why ordinary people pay the highest price

Listen if you’re interested in: Geopolitics, war, international affairs, power, conflict, global systems.