SA Institute of Race Relations The Daily Friend Show

Getting better politicians

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Nicholas Lorimer and Hermann Pretorius discuss an article about the rigorous new standards the ANC is setting for its candidate selection. They use this to get into a broader discussion of how South Africa can get better politicians.
12 Jun 2025 10AM English South Africa News Commentary · Politics

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