Did you know the Muslim community was involved in South African liberation struggle during Apartheid? At the time, the community was a minority group and it was difficult for their voices to be heard. Bafana Modise chats with Thapelo Amad, Johannesburg’s former mayor. He’s now a councillor for Al Jama Ah who also serves as a chairperson of a section 79 oversight portfolio committee on governance and other activities within the party. On this episode of the podcast they talk about his personal experience within the muslim community, how Al Jama Ah is positioned as a religious party in modern politics as an inclusive organisation and the party’s principles when collaborating with other political parties amongst others.

Do you remember how Congress Of The People (COPE) political party was formed? Find out how the organisation thrived throughout the years since 2007 when Mosiuoa Lekota, Mbhazima Shilowa and Mluleki George chose to contest the 2009 general election. Bafana Modise chats with Johannes Motlhasedi about the party’s manifesto for this year’s elections, how they intend to improve the quality of the lives of the youth and their plans after the elections.

Did you know that Prince and IFP leader Mangusuthu Buthelezi prioritised the youth in their political party? Join Bafana Modise as he sits and chats with Phakamani Mpanza about the manifesto of the party, how they aim to improve quality of life for the youth and the direction the party is taking after the death of its leader.

How far does good governance get a community? A man considered the best mayor in South Africa, Bongani Baloyi joins Bafana Modise to unpack his party's manifesto. Bongani explains how he goes about running his office and what he can offer the country in the lead up to this year's general elections.

Why is the land so important? Deputy Secretary of the PAC, Ramarumo Mfulwane joins Bafana Modise to chat about the history of the PAC and all their future endeavours.

30 years into the democracy, how big of an issue is race in South Africa? Chriszaan Du Plessis dispels myths surrounding her party, Vryheidsfront Plus (Freedom Front Plus). She and Bafana Modise unpack what the VF+ would do if elected to power.

Are the youth given enough opportunities to meaningfully take part? Bafana is joined by youth chairperson of Mpumalanga and the youngest person running for a seat in parliament, Ismail Joosub. They discuss what Action SA's plans are in the lead to the elections.

Ever wondered how the youth become active in politics to help bring change? Join Bafana Modise who sits with Romeo Mageba who was involved in fashion design and later built a personal brand through reality TV shows. He also talks about his involvement into politics with the South African Rainbow Alliance (SARA) and the value the party is adding in society.

What is the role of religion in politics? And how does it create order in everyday society? Join Bafana Modise as he chats with Prudence Mabasa who has been with the African Christian Democratic Party for 5 years. They discuss the morality the party seeks to bring to the table in their manifesto that ranges from both load and water- shedding to finding solutions in the basic education system and changes in cabinet once they are in government.

2 million jobs, is it another political campaign or is it possible? That's what Build One South Africa (BOSA) plan to create. Hear what youth leader, Henry Masuku of BOSA has to say in discussion with Bafana Modise.