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Jenny Boekwurm - Episode 22 - "The Poisoners : On South Africa's Toxic Past"

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The award nominated author of “The Poisoners “ has told Hot1027 news the idea for his non-fiction book was sparked by an unusual request from a politician who was worried about being poisoned.

Imraan Coovadia’s latest offering has been shortlisted for this year’s Sunday Times Literary Awards, in partnership with Exclusive Books.

Hot1027’s Jenny Cryws Williams takes a closer look at “The Poisoners” ….
19 Sep 2022 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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