Followers of the Big Debate support the inclusion of low cost housing in all urban neighbourhoods, according to a poll undertaken before and during this week’s episode. Almost three quarters of respondents answered yes to the question “Is it time to reduce divisions in our cities by bringing low-cost housing

The hugely popular Big Debate show honed in on the issue of corruption this week. The wide-ranging episode tackled corruption in both the state and corporate spheres, referencing various corruption scandals from recent years. It also discussed pre-democracy era corruption and historic collusion between the former apartheid regime and the

Season 10 of the Big Debate heated up this week, its focus on the country’s energy woes appropriate following weeks of rolling blackouts that have left citizens irate and anxious. The audience during the live television broadcast included representatives of mineworkers and unions, as well as activists and citizens.  

SOUTH AFRICANS STILL HAVE FAITH IN POLITICIANS Episode Two of the Big Debate, now in its tenth season, focused on values and popular culture in the run-up to South Africa’s national elections in May. An electronic poll before and during the television broadcast indicated that many South Africans continue to

Emotions ran high during Sunday’s Season 10 premiere of the Big Debate, with heated discussion around the topic of land reform in South Africa. An electronic poll before and during the live studio broadcast showcased a strong preference for the nationalisation of land.   For the first time, viewers of