by Thinus Ferreira
The SABC is adding a profile talk series, 30 Winds of Change to SABC2 from Sunday 15 December in which various well-known South African personalities will reflect on their journeys and that of South Africa over the past three decades of South African democracy.
The 13-episode 30 Winds of Change on Sundays at 21:30 on SABC2 has Clement Manyathela as the presenter who will have conversations with people ranging from Mfundi Vundla, the Generations creator, to SABC2's Morning Live presenter Leanne Manas.
The other personalities who will appear in the episodes include sports broadcaster Robert Marawa, former People of the South talk show host Dali Tambo, the South African politician Helen Zille, the former chief justice Mogoeng Mogoeng, former public protector advocate Thuli Madonsela, and the founder of Gift of the Givers, Imitiaz Sooliman.
The business leader Nonkululeko Gobodo, the Standard Bank CEO Sim
Tshabalala, former university vice-chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng, the journalists Mzilikazi wa Afrika and Mandy Wiener, as well as businessman Christo Wiese will also feature in 30 Winds of Change.
"It is an honour to engage with such iconic voices, who have
played pivotal roles in shaping South Africa’s past, present and future," says Clement Manyathela in a press release about the show.
"This
series is not just about looking back - it is about understanding where we are
today and envisioning the future as a country."
Yonwaba Pangeni, SABC2 channel head [Note: The SABC didn't previously communicate that Yonwaba Pangeni has been appointed as SABC2 channel head], in a prepared quote, says "SABC2 has always been committed
to delivering content that reflects South Africa's journey of progress".
"As we
celebrate the 30th anniversary of our country's democracy, SABC2 is
proud to present shows like 30 Winds of Change that offer insightful
entertainment and thought-provoking conversations with key figures."
