There is a general sense that traditional politics and representative democracy fails to attract the attention of young people. This is despite knowing that young people, historically, have been at the forefront of bringing about social and political change in pre and post-democracy eras. Various political parties have youth structures as an attempt to encourage youth leadership, however, has there been a significant contribution to youth development in our democracy by these youth leagues? In this edition of Thought Council we speak to political youth leaders from various parties to unpack this.

<p>There is a general sense that traditional politics and representative democracy fails to attract the attention of young people. This is despite knowing that young people, historically, have been at the forefront of bringing about social and political change in pre and post-democracy eras. Various political parties have youth structures as an attempt to encourage youth leadership, however, has there been a significant contribution to youth development in our democracy by these youth leagues? In this edition of Thought Council we speak to political youth leaders from various parties to unpack this.</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that 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. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.</p>