Unmuted

Unmuted, a podcast from Amnesty International South Africa.
Every month, Unmuted brings together activists, experts, storytellers, and changemakers for honest conversations about the issues that shape our lives. From human rights and justice to accountability and social change, we explore what is happening, why it matters, and what we can do about it.
Through expert insights, personal stories, and thought-provoking discussions, each episode unpacks some of the most pressing human rights issues facing South Africa and the world today.
Monthly English South Africa News Commentary · News
2 Episodes

Naming the Crime: Why Femicide Matters

South Africa has one of the highest femicide rates in the world, yet femicide is not recognised as a separate crime under South African law. In this episode, Cassandra Dorasamy, Amnesty International South Africa campaigner and Tegan Snyman, research, campaigns and communications assistant, explore what femicide is, why the organisation…
30 Sep 21 min

Introduction - Unmuted

Welcome to Unmuted, the official podcast of Amnesty International South Africa. In this introductory episode, we unpack what Unmuted is all about, why these conversations matter, and what listeners can expect in the episodes ahead. From human rights and social justice to accountability, equality, and dignity, Unmuted is a space…
29 Sep 1 min