The concept of colourism is rooted in slavery. Dark-skinned blacks, seen as dirty, were condemned to the plantation fields where they were forced to do all kinds of back-breaking labour, while their lighter in complexion counterparts were frequently favoured and assigned household tasks. 987 Woman host Sho Madjozi talks to rapper Gigi Lamayne about the concept of colourism and its privilege and disadvantage in the entertainment industry and other spaces.

 

The concept of colourism is rooted in slavery. Dark-skinned blacks, seen as dirty, were condemned to the plantation fields where they were forced to do all kinds of back-breaking labour, while their lighter in complexion counterparts were frequently favoured and assigned household tasks. 987 Woman host Sho Madjozi talks to rapper Gigi Lamayne about the concept of colourism and its privilege and disadvantage in the entertainment industry and other spaces.
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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

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