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Activate! Change Drivers Podcast
Each episode features interviews with change makers, experts, and community leaders who share their insights on various topics ranging from youth leadership and social innovation to civic education and community upliftment. Listen to inspiring stories, gain fresh perspectives, and learn how young leaders are making a real difference in their communities. Tune in for inspiration and motivation, wherever you are.
Episodes
23 episodes
S03 E02 - Economist Phelisa Nkomo on the Hustle Culture, Going Legit, Mentorship, Policy Making.
In this episode, MrSir Mpho (Host) and Selokela Slu Molamodi (Co-Host) explore the rise of South Africa's “Hustle Economy” and what it reveals about your survival in a broken economic system. With expert insights from development economist Phel...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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43:30

S03 E01 - CEO of ACTIVATE! Siphelele Chirwa on R370 grant, youth unemployment in South Africa
In this episode, MrSir Mpho (Host) and Neo lyana Masilela (Co-host) unpack the role of South Africa’s R370 unemployment support grant in the lives of young people. Through expert insights from Siphelele Chirwa (CEO of ACTIVATE! Change Drivers),...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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51:42

S02 EP 16 - The Power of Positive Storytelling in Gender Justice
In this episode, Merlize Jogiat and Samm Marshall explore the impact of positive storytelling in driving awareness and action around gender justice and gender-based violence (GBV). They discuss how Social TV is at the forefront of telling compe...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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S02 EP 15 - Gender Chats with Sabrina Walter
In this powerful episode of Gender Chats, Merlize Jogiat, a Generation G Media Maker for Activate Change Drivers, sits down with Sabrina Walter, the founder of Women for Change, to unpack one of the most urgent issues in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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20:10
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S02 EP 14 - Meet the KZN Generation G champions
Pitso Ntokoane in conversation with Generation Gender Champions from KwaZulu NatalCreditsFacilitated: Pitso NtokoaneProducer: Zamayirha PeterTechnical support: Karabo Ramuhashi
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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33:18
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S02 EP 13 - Meet the EC Generation G Champions
As the Generation G programme draws to a close, we sat down with the young people who joined the programme as gender champions and took on the role of championing various campaigns and programmes in their respective communities. As the programm...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:09
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S02 EP 12 - Unpacking Gender Based Violence
In this powerful episode of Gender Chats, Merlize Jogiat, a Generation G Media Maker for Activate Change Drivers, sits down with Sabrina Walter, the founder of Women for Change, to unpack one of the most urgent issues in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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20:10
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S02 EP 11 - Expanding Reach (Nelson Mandela Foundation)
The role of the youth in continuing the legacy of late President Nelson Mandela: Zamayirha Peter, in conversation with Kneo Mokgopa on behalf of The Nelson Mandela FoundationIn this episode, we delve into the legacy of the late Presiden...
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54:50
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S02 EP 10 - The Anatomy Of An Activist
Zamayirha Peter in conversation with Media Maker, Merlize JogiatProducer: Zamayirha Peter Host: Zamayirha Peter Research: Merlize JogiatPodcast Editor: Karabo Ramuhashi
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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27:50
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S02 EP 09 - Embracing healthy masculinity through brotherhood
At the Activate Men's Indaba, we had the privilege of sitting down with three incredible gentlemen to discuss the critical need for spaces where men can truly open up about their struggles. In this podcast Bongani Mabusa,...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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23:57
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S02 EP 08 Embracing Healthy Masculinity In Romantic Relationships
In this insightful episode we unpack what healthy masculinity looks like through the lens of community developer practitioner specialising in clinical research (HIV prevention Advocacy), Generation G Champion and life Coach, Neo Iyana Masilela ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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31:46

S02 EP 07 Unpacking Healthy Masculinity in the Home
In this deeply insightful episode, Craig Wilkinson, author, speaker, and founder of programs that champion healthy masculinity and fatherhood unpacks the profound impact of safe masculinity within the home and how it shapes the lives of c...
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26:19

S02 EP 05 Embracing Healthy Masculinity In Fatherhood
This episode unpacks how fathers use or allow their masculine energy in their parenting responsibilities. Inspired by the Men Enough campaign, this episode looks at the drivers of the masculinity in fathering children, and investigates if fathe...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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35:21
S02 EP04 - Consent Part 2
In this episode, Phinius Sebetsane joins us to unpack the deeper layers of consent, focusing on how it applies to both men and women. We explore the significance of clear communication, mutual respect, and understanding in fostering healthy rel...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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32:18

S02 EP04 - Consent Part 1
Zamayirha Peter in conversation with Neo Iyana Masilela, Spheh Bhengu , Nonkosi Mrawushe and Thembelihle MadiProducer: Zamayirha Peter Host: Zamayirha Peter Research: Merlize JogiatTechnical Support: Jennif...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:29

S02 EP 03 - Unpaid Care Work
Zamayirha Peter in conversation with Neo Iyana Masilela, Spheh Bhengu , Nonkosi Mrawushe and Thembelihle MadiProducer: Zamayirha Peter Host: Zamayirha Peter Research: Ntsiki KhunjuTechnical Support: Jenniff...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:51

S02 EP 02 - What Is A Pronoun
Yolanda Dyantyi in conversation with; Snazzy Stories, Nonhlanhla Radebe, and Mogau Makitla.Credits: Producer: Zamayirha Peter Host: Yolanda DyantsyiResearch: Selokela MolamodiTechnical Sup...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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27:11

S02 EP01 - Young people in the gender space a profile of the Generation G program
Names: Selokela Molamodi, Nomthandazo Shabangu, Mordecai NdlovuCredits:Host: Zamayirha PeterProducer: Zamayirha PeterResearch: Nontsikelelo KhunjuTechnical Support: Lonwabo KentePodcast Editor: Karabo R...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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S01 EP 05 - Beyond the elections, what the continued conversation and activity should be
Beyond the elections, what the continued conversation and activity should beJamie Mighti in conversation with Tebogo Suping and Bongani MatomelaResearch: Ramadimetja MakgeruProducer: Zamayirha PeterTechnical Assistant: Lonw...
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50:22

S01 EP 04 - A Zoom IntoThe Political Parties
Who is on the polls and what do they stand for? 60 minute specialLed and Facilitated: Selokela Molamodi and Kesiwe KF Malindi Producer: Zamayirha PeterTechnical Assistant: Lonwabo KentePodcast Editor:...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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59:57

S01 EP 03 - What to Know Before the Elections: A Conversation with the IEC Podcast
This episode of ACTIVATE! Change Drivers’ special podcast series explores the 2024 South African elections from multiple perspectives. Hosts Tebelelo and Lebohang Zimba engage with an IEC representative to discuss new changes to the electoral l...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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53:22

S01 EP 02 - My Relationship With The Polls
29TH of May is elections day, some will be using the day as a public holiday others will use it as a day to galvanise their communities. Get 3 perspectives from a young person who is voting, one on the fence and one who is not voting.Led...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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59:44

ACTIVATE S01 EP 01 - 30 Years of Freedom Podcast with Bab' Seth
This pivotal episode commemorates the 30th anniversary of South Africa's democracy with a profound discussion on the role of youth in shaping the nation's electoral landscape. Seth Mazibuko, a distinguished leader from the 1976 Soweto uprising,...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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47:16
