The Motherhood Network Ep 30 - Herman Mashaba on Jobs, Immigration & South Africa’s Future

The Motherhood Network’s Election Series begins with ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba.In this wide-ranging conversation with Nandi Madida, Herman Mashaba reflects on his journey from growing up during apartheid to building Black Like Me, entering politics and serving as Mayor of Johannesburg.The conversation then turns to some of the issues facing South Africans ahead of the Local Government Elections — from service delivery, corruption and infrastructure to housing, youth unemployment, immigration and the role of local government.Mashaba also shares his views on equal opportunity, political accountability, party funding and what he believes needs to change in Johannesburg.This conversation forms part of The Motherhood Network’s Election Series, where we will be speaking to political leaders from across the political spectrum to give our community access to different perspectives ahead of the elections.The Motherhood Network is politically independent and is not affiliated with or aligned to any political party. These conversations are not endorsements of any candidate or political party. Our aim is to inform, educate and create a platform for meaningful conversations so that South Africans can make their own informed decisions at the ballot box.Because informed mothers help shape informed communities.Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell for more powerful conversations about motherhood.Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the Newsletter:https://themotherhoodnetworkza.comGet behind-the-scenes stories, motherhood gems, and exclusive updates in your inbox.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram → / themotherhoodnetworkza TikTok → / themotherhoodnetworkza#TheMotherhoodNetwork #ElectionSeries #HermanMashaba #ActionSA #SouthAfrica #LocalGovernmentElections #Johannesburg #SouthAfricanPolitics