Supporting Change EP 8

Toyin Akinniyi, Vice President for Africa at Luminate, emphasises the transformative power of collaboration and community between civil society organisations (CSOs). She deplores the misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms that hinder women’s participation in politics and advocates for storytelling as a means of holding a mirror up to Big Tech.

What is it like to be South Africa’s first-ever black, young, female Leader of the Opposition in Parliament? Lindiwe Mazibuko recounts her experiences. She talks about the double-edged sword that is digital technology and urges African voters to demand more from their elected representatives. Mazibuko also talks about her love for Beyonce’s music! There is much to learn from Mazibuko’s unique perspectives in this episode.