S1 Ep9: Caught out – the boss who tried to rip off migrant workers

Farm workers across the African continent share similar problems, from exposure to harmful pesticides to insecure jobs. In this week’s episode we look at how countries in the southern African region share strategies and take collective action. Host: Tebadi Mmotla Guest: Colette Solomon Credits: Produced by Charles Leonard

When migrant workers arrive in South Africa from other parts of the continent, their focus goes far beyond finding employment – they want to feel safe. In this episode, we look at how these workers form networks to support one another, often using online platforms like WhatsApp. Host: Tebadi Mmotla…

The tariffs introduced by American president Donald Trump have caused devastation in labour markets across the globe, including in African countries. But as a Zimbabwean trade unionist tells us, the Trump tariffs’ damage will go even deeper than that. Host: Tebadi Mmotla Guest: Austin Muswere

The CCMA promises fairness in workplace disputes. Yet Rule 25 makes it difficult for advice offices and NGOs to represent workers, because access to presentation is not easily granted. This leaves millions of workers vulnerable. Host: Tebadi Mmotla Guest: Sam Tilley

Buwa Basebetsi is between two seasons and we are producing new episodes for the new season. In the meantime, we're sharing some highlights: here is a recent episode featuring a Palestinian singer telling us about her 50-year-old liberation song.