Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

International Wrap: Global Flashpoints in Focus

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From political shifts in Venezuela and Nigeria to tensions in Iran and the state of US–South Africa diplomatic relations, Phemelo is joined by Senior Research Fellow at Africa

Asia Dialogues, Thembisa Fakude, for a wide-ranging discussion on the international developments shaping the global agenda.
12 Jan 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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