From secret hotels to broken phones, missed meetings and even flying popcorn –  Mandy Wiener’s The Deal: Inside the Talks that Shaped South Africa’s Future takes us behind the scenes of the 2024 Government of National Unity.

For the first time in 30 years, the ANC lost its majority, leaving just 14 days to strike a deal and elect a president. Wiener pulls back the political curtain to reveal the tense negotiations, back-channel talks and power struggles that shaped the GNU.Told with the pace of a thriller, The Deal shows how fragile alliances, whispered texts and late-night meetings decided the future of South Africa.

She’s one of South Africa’s most respected investigative journalists and bestselling authors, known for unpacking the stories that shape our democracy. From state capture to corruption, and now to the world of plea bargains and political compromise — Mandy Wiener is back with a brand-new book, The Deal. It’s a deep dive into how backroom agreements, political settlements, and negotiated justice continue to shape South Africa’s future. Mandy joins us to talk about her latest work and the impact these 'deals' have on our country.

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From secret hotels to broken phones, missed meetings and even flying popcorn &ndash; &nbsp;Mandy Wiener&rsquo;s The Deal: Inside the Talks that Shaped South Africa&rsquo;s Future takes us behind the scenes of the 2024 Government of National Unity.
For the first time in 30 years, the ANC lost its majority, leaving just 14 days to strike a deal and elect a president. Wiener pulls back the political curtain to reveal the tense negotiations, back-channel talks and power struggles that shaped the GNU.Told with the pace of a thriller, The Deal shows how fragile alliances, whispered texts and late-night meetings decided the future of South Africa.
She&rsquo;s one of South Africa&rsquo;s most respected investigative journalists and bestselling authors, known for unpacking the stories that shape our democracy. From state capture to corruption, and now to the world of plea bargains and political compromise &mdash; Mandy Wiener is back with a brand-new book, The Deal. It&rsquo;s a deep dive into how backroom agreements, political settlements, and negotiated justice continue to shape South Africa&rsquo;s future. Mandy joins us to talk about her latest work and the impact these 'deals' have on our country.
Hang out with Anele and The Club on 947 every weekday morning. Popular radio hosts Anele Mdoda, Frankie du Toit, Thembekile Mrototo, and Cindy Poluta take fun to the next level with the biggest guests, hottest conversations, feel-good vibes, and the best music to get you going! Kick-start your day with the most enjoyable way to wake up in Joburg.
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Mandy Wiener on The Deal: Inside the Talks That Shaped South Africa’s Future

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