In a special intercontinental episode of “Matter of Opinion,” Lydia Polgreen reports from South Africa as the country challenges Israel for its attack on Rafah in southern Gaza.
Yet back at home, South Africa’s 30 years of multiracial democracy is undergoing major political upheaval.
What does the nation’s recent election offer young nations hoping for postcolonialist democracy?
Lydia opens her reporter’s notebook and explores these questions with the South African journalist William Shoki and her editor, Max Strasser.
(A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication in the audio player above.)
Persons:
Lydia Polgreen, Lydia, William Shoki, Max Strasser
Organizations:
South
Locations:
South Africa, Israel, Rafah, Gaza, South, South African