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How do we fix South Africa's shitty power grid?
S01 · E02·6:44·EN·May 15, 2026
Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk explore possible solutions to the hot mess known as Eskom.
About this episode
In this episode of "African Soap Opera," listeners are treated to an extraordinary dialogue between Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk. These towering figures of South African history confront a modern-day crisis that has left the nation in darkness — the beleaguered state of Eskom, South Africa's power utility. As they delve into the complexities of energy, governance, and national responsibility, Mandela and de Klerk provide a thoughtful exploration of how the past can illuminate pathways to a more stable and sustainable future.