Nearly three decades after South Africa’s democratic breakthrough, newly declassified documents are shedding fresh light on the compromises that shaped the transition. A Daily Maverick report reveals that the ANC leadership was considered favourable to offering indemnity for apartheid-era crimes. So, what was agreed behind closed doors — and what does this tell us about the unfinished business of justice and accountability?  

Guest: Bond Nyoka - Attorney and Legal Expert 

<p>Nearly three decades after South Africa&rsquo;s democratic breakthrough, newly declassified documents are shedding fresh light on the compromises that shaped the transition. A Daily Maverick report reveals that the ANC leadership was considered favourable to offering indemnity for apartheid-era crimes. So, what was agreed behind closed doors &mdash; and what does this tell us about the unfinished business of justice and accountability? &nbsp;</p>
<p>Guest: Bond Nyoka - Attorney and Legal Expert&nbsp;</p>

The National Briefing

Nearly three decades after South Africa’s democratic breakthrough, newly declassified documents are shedding fresh light on the compromises that shaped the transition. 