We are in conversation with the Minister of Social Development Department, Lindiwe Zulu.

We are in conversation with the Minister of Social Development Department, Lindiwe Zulu.

METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope

METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope

Minister of Social Development Department, Lindiwe Zulu

More than three decades after the assassination of Chris Hani, his name continues to occupy a unique place in South Africa’s political history. He was remembered not only as a commander of Umkhonto weSizwe and a leading figure in the liberation struggle, but as a man who was seen by many as principled, disciplined, humble and deeply committed to the ordinary South African. Hani spoke openly about inequality, poverty, corruption and the responsibility of those in power to serve the people — issues that remain painfully relevant today. And perhaps that is why, in the South Africa of 2026, there is renewed value in looking back at what became known as the Hani
Memorandum — his reflections on the direction of the liberation movement and the kind of society he believed South Africa should become. We are grappling with unemployment, poverty, inequality, a cost-of-living crisis, failing public services and growing frustration with political leadership. So the question is not simply what would Chris Hani have thought of South Africa today? It is whether some
of the principles and warnings contained in his political thinking still offer us a mirror for where we are — and perhaps a roadmap for where we should be going. Today, we speak to Lindiwe Hani, Chris Hani’s daughter, about the man behind the revolutionary icon, the values he instilled in his family, and what she believes his legacy means in a country still struggling with many of the socioeconomic challenges he fought against.

More than three decades after the assassination of Chris Hani, his&nbsp;name continues to occupy a unique place in South Africa&rsquo;s political&nbsp;history. He was remembered not only as a commander of Umkhonto&nbsp;weSizwe and a leading figure in the liberation struggle, but as a man&nbsp;who was seen by many as principled, disciplined, humble and&nbsp;deeply committed to the ordinary South African. Hani spoke&nbsp;openly about inequality, poverty, corruption and the responsibility of&nbsp;those in power to serve the people &mdash; issues that remain painfully&nbsp;relevant today.&nbsp;And perhaps that is why, in the South Africa of 2026, there is&nbsp;renewed value in looking back at what became known as the Hani Memorandum &mdash; his reflections on the direction of the liberation&nbsp;movement and the kind of society he believed South Africa should&nbsp;become. We are grappling with unemployment, poverty, inequality, a&nbsp;cost-of-living crisis, failing public services and growing frustration&nbsp;with political leadership. So the question is not simply what would&nbsp;Chris Hani have thought of South Africa today? It is whether some of the principles and warnings contained in his political thinking still&nbsp;offer us a mirror for where we are &mdash; and perhaps a roadmap for&nbsp;where we should be going.&nbsp;Today, we speak to Lindiwe Hani, Chris Hani&rsquo;s daughter, about&nbsp;the man behind the revolutionary icon, the values he instilled in his&nbsp;family, and what she believes his legacy means in a country still&nbsp;struggling with many of the socioeconomic challenges he fought&nbsp;against.

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: What Would Chris Hani Make of South Africa Today? ( LINDIWE HANI )

The ANC’s preparations for the local government elections have been clouded by a battle with the Electoral Commission over its candidate lists. The party has been fighting to have its candidates
accepted, raising questions about its internal processes and readiness for an election in which every municipality and ward will be closely contested. At the same time, the ANC has chosen to localise its election manifesto, tailoring its promises to the particular challenges facing different municipalities and metros. So, why was this approach necessary, what is the party’s strategy for the metros, and can a
more locally focused manifesto help it reconnect with voters? We’re joined by the ANC to unpack the candidate-list battle, its manifesto and its broader strategy going into the local government elections. 

The ANC&rsquo;s preparations for the local government elections have&nbsp;been clouded by a battle with the Electoral Commission over its&nbsp;candidate lists. The party has been fighting to have its candidates accepted, raising questions about its internal processes and&nbsp;readiness for an election in which every municipality and ward will&nbsp;be closely contested.&nbsp;At the same time, the ANC has chosen to localise its election&nbsp;manifesto, tailoring its promises to the particular challenges facing&nbsp;different municipalities and metros. So, why was this approach&nbsp;necessary, what is the party&rsquo;s strategy for the metros, and can a more locally focused manifesto help it reconnect with voters? We&rsquo;re&nbsp;joined by the ANC to unpack the candidate-list battle, its manifesto&nbsp;and its broader strategy going into the local government elections.&nbsp;

ANC Candidate-List Battle: Election Readiness, Localised Manifesto  and the Fight for the Metros ( ANC Deputy Secretary-General Cde Nomvula Mokonyane )

South Africa is moving closer to a zero-alcohol limit for motorists, with government pursuing amendments to Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act. The proposed changes would effectively
mean that drivers cannot legally consume any alcohol before getting behind the wheel. The Transport Department says the move is necessary to tackle drunk driving, which remains a major contributor
to road deaths. Between March and the end of August this year, more than 18,000 people were arrested for drunk driving, accounting for around a third of all traffic arrests during that period.
But while there is broad support for tougher action against drunk driving, the big question is whether South Africa has the capacity to enforce a zero-tolerance law consistently. Government itself
has acknowledged that effective road safety depends heavily on having enough traffic officers, resources and visible policing, particularly at night when many crashes occur. So, is changing the
law enough — or could a zero-alcohol limit become another regulation that looks good on paper but proves difficult to enforce on the ground?

South Africa is moving closer to a zero-alcohol limit for motorists,&nbsp;with government pursuing amendments to Section 65 of the&nbsp;National Road Traffic Act. The proposed changes would effectively mean that drivers cannot legally consume any alcohol before getting&nbsp;behind the wheel. The Transport Department says the move is&nbsp;necessary to tackle drunk driving, which remains a major contributor to road deaths. Between March and the end of August this year,&nbsp;more than 18,000 people were arrested for drunk driving,&nbsp;accounting for around a third of all traffic arrests during that period. But while there is broad support for tougher action against drunk&nbsp;driving, the big question is whether South Africa has the capacity&nbsp;to enforce a zero-tolerance law consistently. Government itself has acknowledged that effective road safety depends heavily on&nbsp;having enough traffic officers, resources and visible policing,&nbsp;particularly at night when many crashes occur. So, is changing the law enough &mdash; or could a zero-alcohol limit become another&nbsp;regulation that looks good on paper but proves difficult to enforce on&nbsp;the ground?

Minister of Social Development Department, Lindiwe Zulu

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