John Comitis

Political violence, social upheaval, and rampant crime. South Africa delivers tragedy and joy in equal measure. But, 30 years into our democracy, many can’t imagine being anywhere else. Find more exclusive content on Carte Blanche: The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/carteblanchetv

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝟱 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟴. For years, analysts, banks and rating agencies promoted global retailer Steinhoff as a sound investment. With 40 brands under its belt, and operating in over 30 territories, the retail giant was one of the top performers on world markets. That is until the house of cards came tumbling down. Billionaire businessman and former chairman of the company, Christo Wiese, is suing Steinhoff for R59 billion. But was he really unaware of the accounting fraud and financial irregularities happening right under his nose? We put Wiese in the hot seat. Find more exclusive content on Carte Blanche: The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/carteblanchetv

A watershed election as a country reflects on its democracy. No longer a young democracy, how are we faring 30 years later? Find more exclusive content on Carte Blanche: The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/carteblanchetv

The birth of democracy, heralding change for a disenfranchised majority. Prosperity, dignity, freedom. But after 30 years of democracy, was our hope misplaced? Find more exclusive content on Carte Blanche: The Podcast: https://linktr.ee/carteblanchetv