Why does everything feel so uncertain right now?

From economic anxiety and rising living costs to AI disruption, political instability, and constant information overload, many people are experiencing a deep sense of uncertainty — even when life appears stable on paper.

In this opening episode of Context, Sebenzile Nkambule explores and reflects on why uncertainty has become a defining feature of modern life, and what the forces shaping this moment reveal about the world we are entering.

This episode unpacks:

• Why economic pressure feels more personal than ever
• How AI and automation are reshaping work and identity
• The impact of political instability on public confidence
• Why information overload is making clarity harder to find

Listen if you’re interested in: Economics, AI, politics, future of work, uncertainty, modern life.