It is apparent that the manipulation of the South African Rand by 28 major banks has had a profound impact on the country and its people. The repercussions of these actions extend beyond mere financial losses, reaching the very fabric of society. The quest for justice and a more transparent financial system must continue. Let's get into it. --- Sen…

The DRC is bleeding and the media’s silence is painfully numbing.http://lankosiwrites.home.blog/2023/11/12/why-is-mainstream-media-mum-about-whats-happening-in-the-drc/--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationswith-lankosi/message

In today's episode, we will explore the life of King Sobhuza II, an influential leader who played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence in Eswatini, and left an enduring impact on the country and its people.Blog: King Sobhuza II: A Glimpse Into The Life & Legacy Of Eswatini's Longest-Reigning Monarchhttp://lankosiwrites.home.blog/2023/10/…

The South African Post Office (SAPO) has always been a vital institution in the country, that provides nationwide postal services to citizens. However, in recent years, SAPO has experienced significant challenges, which has led to the demise of the SAPO and the closure of 400 branches. In today's episode we unpack the underlying reasons for this de…

In today's episode we delve into an ancient craft that has endured through centuries – today's special topic will transport us to the mesmerizing beauty and history behind the art of crafting Zulu clay pots. These authentic creations have a deep cultural significance in the Zulu community of South Africa, Join me as we uncover the history, signific…

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In today's episode I touch on the weirdness of those who sell out, especially when their rubbish begins to stink up the whole place. To read about it kindly visit the blog, http://lankosiwrites.home.blog/2023/05/13/why-cry-wolf-when-youre-the-wolf-himself/ and don't forget to click on the subscription and notification buttons abeg. --- Send in a vo…

When something is planned by the elites, it will be carefully orchestrated to divert our attention from the truth.The roll-out will be massive and newspapers will fly off the shelves, radio stations will be a buzz and the keyboard warriors shall begin trolling those who question the authenticity of the narrative that is being pushed. In today's epi…

The National Shutdown which survived the winds of propaganda generated by the SA Government under the ANC and its partner in oppression the DA was a success. It also marked the start of a new era, where ANC officials expose themselves through the jabs they throw on social media and public platforms. If this is what the new dawn meant then they can …

I'm done with the selective outrage. Putting an end to corruption became a motto that helped them instill a sense of hope and their capability to achieve this goal, however this did not end well due to their failure to uproot the cause of corruption without being biased in their approach. We are faced with a problem of crooks in suits, that carry b…

There is a danger in not looking into the so-called solutions to our problems that the governments and capitalists present us. It is also weird to come for those who question the credibility of what is presented to us as facts, why punish them for having opposing views that provide a different perspective on your program if it is what you say it is…

When the news first broke out about a looming resignation from the outgone Deputy President, Mr David Dabede Mabuza and a pending cabinet reshuffle. It got us thinking about what the outcomes would be and if it would be beneficial to the citizens of this country or not.The reshuffle was long overdue but then again as a county sikhapile. Visit the s…

This is for those who claim to be patriots on the voyage to free Southy from "foreigners" who were born on the mother continent, you need to stop it with the weirdness and wake up! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationswith-lankosi/message

Despite every person in South Africa having the right to a local government that functions well by providing basic services without any complications- corruption has defeated the chance of government ever being able to fulfill it’s role in the delivery of basic services. Whistle-blowers are important for the uprooting of the ills. When a Whistle-bl…

On the 30th of September the multi-party coalition in the COJ collapsed after she was removed as the Mayor, despite her attempts to stop this from happening through garnering support from the masses with her #HandsOffJohannesburg strategy to save the city. The coalition consisted of the DA, ActionSA, Inkatha Freedom Party,FF+,Patriotic Alliance, AC…

Mama understood the power of the pen and she did not play when it came to opening the doors of oppression that were designed to keep black women out of the world of media and communication. She was the first to write an autobiography and the first black female editor of ‘The New Strand’. She is among the remarkable queens who laid the foundation we…

August holds a specific significance in the consciousness of our nation, It is a time of the year, where more prominence is given than any other month to the resilience, courageousness and steadfastness of our queens- the torch bearers of our dreams and aspirations! This month is a momentous opportunity that encourages the introspection and reflect…

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When those who continue to step our necks come out and parade themselves as revolutionaries, quoting the likes of uTat’Hani I can’t help but wonder why they think we are blind to the truth. Tat’Chris Hani, was a beacon of hope for the oppressed not only in South Africa but the Mother continent and the rest of the world. He stood out from those he l…

The void that exists in Africa with regards to leaders who are capable and genuine to the cause continues to deepen. Instead of improving the living conditions of their people, todays leaders float on the waves made by revolutionary leaders who came before them. We no longer have leaders of integrity and vision. In today's episode we tell the story…

In today's episode we look into this madala, The minute you stand up against the system, will be the day you awaken to the truth not the dream you are currently conditioned into thinking you are living, the system will come for your guns blazing and it will come for that voice you use and the very same podium you stand on; Mr Niehaus is living proo…

The face of Jamaica's $500 bill, is that of a remarkable woman. She remains an important figure in the history of the Maroons, despite the system's attempt at manipulating how her story be presented.In today's episode we get into who Queen Nanny was. Kindly checkout the blog: Who Was Queen Nanny?http://lankosiwrites.home.blog/2022/04/21/who-was-que…

A remarkable and phenomenal revolutionary rose, a lioness that defended her own when the enemy threatened their very existence! The freedom fighter who the system viewed as a threat, the freedom fighter who was subjected to the constant bullying of the state because of her fearlessness! Mama Winnie Mandela, is that Queen! This is the final of 3 epi…

A remarkable and phenomenal revolutionary rose, a lioness that defended her own when the enemy threatened their very existence! The freedom fighter who the system viewed as a threat, the freedom fighter who was subjected to the constant bullying of the state because of her fearlessness! Mama Winnie Mandela, is that Queen! This is the second of 3 ep…

A remarkable and phenomenal revolutionary rose, a lioness that defended her own when the enemy threatened their very existence! The freedom fighter who the system viewed as a threat, the freedom fighter who was subjected to the constant bullying of the state because of her fearlessness! Mama Winnie Mandela, is that Queen! This is the first of 3 epi…

In this episode we talk about How Ethiopia became the first African nation to defeat a European force, following the partition of Africa during the Berlin Conference of 1885.Not forgetting about the Dogali Massacre which took place on this day in 1887.For more information kindly visit the following :My Website :Ethiopia, The only African nation tha…

In this episode we take a glimpse into the lady Scotland was named after, Queen Ankhesenamun who lived during the Amarna era in ancient Egypt. Princess Ankhesenamun was also the daughter of Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti-born in Thebes but was raised in Akhetaten which was a city her father founded for his god Aten Sources: https://www.ancient-origi…

The YEAR 2022Molweni family, thank you for your support and the love you have given me. Starting this podcast scared me a bit but the reaction and the feedback is what kept me motivated and inspired to do more and put in the work, I appreciate those of you who took your time to share your views and a few pointers where you felt improvement was need…

There's a void in the South African media and it is more evident now than it has been before, they have turned into entertainment news specialists pulling away from being the sole providers of hard news and their sense of reporting in an objective manner. In today's episode we talk about this Weirdness and the effect it has. (http://lankosiwrites.h…

Ever heard of an Akan queen who led her people from modern-day Ghana to the Ivory Coast around the 1770's where she founded the Baole nation? In this episode we get into who this #PhenomenalWoman was 🖤 For more information about the Baole kindly check out:https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.dw.com/en/queen-abla-pokou-mother-of-the-ivorian-baoule-peopl…

In this episode we talk about a freedom fighter I recently learned about, Tat'Simon Kapwepwe also known as the father of multi-partism.Due to his dissatisfaction with the policies of the colonial Northern Rhodesian government, Mr Kapwepwe became a founding member of the Northern Rhodesian African Congress in 1948. The party was soon renamed the Afr…

A year has gone and yet there are zero improvements to the adjustments made for troubleshooting the problems faced by the people of Ethiopia, conflict, displacement resulting in an increase in humanitarian crisis more lives are taken - the violation of human rights has been normalised and those guilty come from all sides, on the one the rebels are …

The Cradock Four The first time someone brought up the story about the Cradock four, was when the late Sister B decided to tell me about them. I remember asking why we weren’t taught this part of our history and she laughed at me and said “They wont tell you everything because they don’t want to put themselves in a position where they beg us for me…

It is not a requirement for the military to take over after a successful military coup although it is highly possible for them to present the ring leaders of the coup as preferred civilians that are 'fit enough' to lead and this is done in such a way as to push the idea of democratic legitimacy even though it's all for show. The Mother continent se…

South Sudan is burning, her people are angry and they have had enough of their government and its shadiness, the accusations that linger of that government include corruption, poor delivery of basic services and a failure to protect the population. The keywords here are HUNGER + CONFLICT.In this episode we get into what is happening in Africa's you…

Ma Tambo's story and the life she lived is not only a beautiful one but an inspiration, she was a sister, a friend and a mother to those around her, she led with grace and humility and never changed the person she was in order for her to be accepted she embraced her africanness and was able to fill the void between the 'educated ones' and the oppre…

The month August holds a specific significance in the consciousness of our nation, it it that time of the year where we give more prominence than any other month to the resilience, courageousness and steadfastness of women the torch bearers of our aspirations and dreams.It is these women who made it possible for a young black woman like me to artic…

The president came out to applaud those using private security and vigilantism to 'protect their communities' this then led to Europeans and Indians parading the streets, terrorizing, burning shacks and deliberately shooting unarmed black South Africans all in the name of 'protecting themselves' now this was after the president publicly incited eth…

In an attempt to further silence his voice and jail him the country's highest court exposed it's biasness. South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma has been sentenced to 15 months in jail by the country's highest court.The sentence came after the Constitutional Court found him guilty of contempt for defying its order for him to appear at an inqui…

Expressing my views and supporting everyone's right to Free Speech permits me to make my thoughts known and keep fighting the System of Oppression.. Filtering out the rhetoric and the propaganda allows us to form informed opinions based on logic and reason. I am not about to keep quiet when injustice creeps nor am I going to sit down and allow fals…

The ongoing protests against the king of Eswatini turned into a violent one with the blood of the innocent being shed all in the name of 'observing protocol'In the final episode of this season we speak on the recent series of events that transpired also referring to past actions that may have contributed to the worsening of this problem. Eswatini i…

In this episode we dive into who Mme Wangari Maathai was and why we continue to celebrate and work towards honoring the remarkable legacy she left behind.Mme Wangari was among the 800 young Africans who studied in the United States through the Kennedy Airlift Scholarship program in the 1960s. She then went on to become the First woman from the East…

In this episode we talk about the life and times of Ntate Tsietsi Mashinini without an approach that favors any political organization. We get into who he was,his early life, his contribution to the struggle and the legacy he left behind. Long Live The Spirit of Ntate Tsietsi Mashinini Long Live! Sources : www.sahistory.org.za / www.justice.gov.za …

In this episode we get into why June 16 is commemorated and why it is called 'Youth Day' we unpack what led to the June 16 March of 1976, the most brutal and heartless actions of the Apartheid police force on the black students of this country resulted to many injuries and deaths... Families lost their children, homes were filled with voids and the…

She was one of the leaders who stood against the removals from Cato Manor in 1956, she also was among the leaders who lead the boycotts of the government controlled beer hall. "The beer halls were perceived to destroy traditional beer brewing, the only viable source of income for women in the townships." #DorothyNyembe #Blackwomen #phenomenalwomeno…

In this episode we discuss the importance of celebrating and honoring Revolutionary and remarkable women such as Mme Margaret Gazo, we dedicate today to this phenomenal woman of color. Enkosi Mama❤️ May your legacy live on in our actions and in our hearts.Sources: https://www.google.com/amp/s/africanreporter.co.za/152228/keeping-gazos-legacy-alive/…

In this episode we dive into who the Dahomey Mother's were, celebrating and honoring them. They too are a part of the Phenomenal Women Of Color and their story shall be told. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-45018914https://rainqueensofafrica.com/category/warriors/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

With the the drive to cut these ties a female chief from Dedza district Mme Theresa Kachindamoto has successfully broken up 850 Child marriages. In this episode we look into who the phenomenalwomenofcolor is and we celebrate her and others like her. 🖤--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationswith-lankosi/mess…

In this episode we dive into the impacts of forced Child Marriages in Africa. "Examining the impact of child marriage can be complicated, since many of the social circumstances that result from child marriage also tend to increase its prevalence." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationswith-lankosi/message…

In this episode we dive into the causes of Child Marriages in the African continent. "Any account of the causes of child marriage must acknowledge that many factors are interrelated, and that many factors are both a cause and consequence of child marriage. For instance, family poverty places girls at risk of child marriage, but being married young …