Democratic Alliance Podcast

Democratic Alliance Podcast

by Democratic Alliance

Season 3

Name and shame: SA's worst officials

Ever wondered exactly who's responsible for the dry taps, dodgy audits, and the potholes nobody explains? This week we're naming names. The DA has identified ten of the country's worst-performing municipal managers, the "Terrible 10," and is laying real criminal charges under the Municipal Finance Management Act. We go through who they are, what they got away with for years, and why "redeploying" a failed manager to the next town over should never count as consequences. It's a wild one. Ready to turn that energy into something? Pledge your vote at pledge.da.org.za and help make sure accountability doesn't stop here. 🎙️

Sweeping KZN Public Works Corruption Clean!

What happens when a government department riddled with corruption and mismanagement finally gets a clean-up? This week on the DA Podcast, we are joined by KZN MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer, to unpack how he is cleaning up a department once plagued by corruption, stalled projects, unpaid contractors and construction mafias. From dismissing an official linked to a R1.1 billion procurement scandal and laying criminal charges, to blacklisting failing contractors, rescuing delayed infrastructure projects and restoring financial discipline. We get the inside scoop on all the ANC’s KZN smallanya skeletons. 🎧 Watch now, join the conversation and subscribe for more.

The Woman Taking On Ekurhuleni’s Corrupt Crooks

💰 How does R2 billion disappear? On this DA Podcast episode, our hosts sit down with Khathutshelo Rasilingwane, the DA’s Mayoral Candidate for Ekurhuleni, to unpack the corruption scandals that have robbed and collapsed this city. Khathu is taking action to hold those responsible accountable, find out how! From criminal charges and whistleblower evidence to the manipulation of the city’s billing system, Khathu explains why Ekurhuleni is not for sale and shares her plan to stop the corrupt crooks, fix basic services and get the city working for all. 🎧 Watch now, join the conversation and subscribe for more.

South Africa has a DNA evidence crisis!

🤔Why are violent criminals still walking free? The answer might surprise you. This week on the DA Podcast, our hosts are joined by the DA's Ian Cameron is joined by special guest Prof Laura Heathfield, one of South Africa's leading forensic experts, to unpack the country's DNA evidence crisis, the forensic backlog, and why faster DNA processing could save lives and deliver justice. We also unpack the week's biggest political stories, from Dina Pule's Cabinet appointment to the Phala Phala case and Gayton McKenzie's R31 million Club World Cup trip. 🎧 Watch now, join the conversation, and don't forget to subscribe for more.

Season 2

What the 2026 DA Congress is all about

📣 In this episode, we break down what the DA Federal Congress is and why it matters to you. From the election of a new Federal Leader and Federal Chairperson to the roles within the Federal Council, we unpack how this process helps shape the future direction of the DA. With the DA Federal Congress set to take place on 11–12 April 2026, we explain what happens behind the scenes, what members can expect in the coming weeks, and why this moment matters for the Party. 💙 Join us as we unpack the road to the DA Federal Congress 2026 and what it means for the Party going forward.

Exposing the water crisis in SA municipalities

💦 In this episode, we unpack how municipalities in Gauteng are losing around 2.5 billion litres of water every single day, with Johannesburg alone losing nearly 46% of its clean drinking water through leaks and failing infrastructure. This is not a water shortage, it’s a governance failure. DA-run governments like Midvaal, Kouga, uMngeni and the Western Cape are proving that reliable water, 24/7, is possible when money is spent on people, not politics. Let's break down what must change, how the DA is fighting for YOU!

Making sense of the latest political stories in South Africa

📣This week we’re switching things up. Instead of a guest, we’re putting the spotlight on four of the voices behind the podcast. Get to know our hosts, the portfolios they work on, and the issues they’re tackling every day. We also break down some of the biggest stories in the news right now. From the DA’s new billboard campaign to the protest in KZN against R22 million being spent on statues instead of fixing basic services. Who are the people behind the microphones? And what’s really happening behind the scenes? 🎧 Watch the full episode and get to know the team.

Money Talks: Unpacking the 2026 Budget Speech

💰Breaking Down the 2026 National Budget, was there drama like last year? 👀 🎙️ In this episode, we unpack the key points from Finance Minister’s Budget Speech. From government spending priorities to the impact on everyday South Africans, we explore what was promised, what it means, and what the way forward looks like. Tune in for a straightforward, no-nonsense breakdown of the Budget and the DA’s role in holding government accountable.💸

Harvesting Success: Dr Ivan Meyer on the Western Cape

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, and Federal Chairperson of the Democratic Alliance. We unpack how the DA-run Western Cape is driving economic growth, job creation and investment, while supporting key sectors like agriculture and tourism in a tough national climate. Dr Meyer also reflects on his role within the DA, the party’s direction ahead of upcoming congresses, and what’s at stake as South Africa moves closer to the 2026 local government elections. From governance to party leadership, this is a wide-ranging conversation about delivery, accountability, and what it takes to make government work. 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share.

What happened at SONA 2026?

🎙️ Breaking Down the 2026 SONA! In this episode, we unpack everything from President Ramaphosa’s second State of the Nation Address under the Government of National Unity. We explore the key announcements, the policy priorities, and the economic plans laid out for South Africa. Tune in for a clear, no-nonsense analysis of SONA 2026 and the DA’s impact in the GNU.

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