ABOUT PODCAST
The Vula Mlomo With Zulaikha Podcast stands as a call to action, weaving a tapestry of community-centric discussions to inspire tangible change. Helmed by activist and author, Zulaikha Patel, this podcast is a dedicated platform for conversations that truly matter. We delve into critical topics that demand our collective attention: racism, equity, human rights, Africa's pulse, women's narratives, environmental justice, climate advocacy, gender-based violence, and the intricacies of South Africa's '30 years of democracy'—from load shedding and corruption to leadership failures, accountability struggles, poverty, and the quest for accessible higher education.
The podcast's compass extends to pressing global issues, embracing themes like girls' education, the plight of Palestine, challenges faced by Sudan and Congo, and the delicate dance of democracy in formerly colonised states. Each episode is a call to empower, encouraging every individual to become a vocal force, an active participant in local, national and even international politics.
In a world where change often sprouts from the actions of ordinary citizens, the podcast underscores the transformative power of small acts. Advocacy, education, empowerment—these pillars guide our conversations. Join us on this journey, where dialogue transforms into action, and each listener becomes an essential agent of positive change.
Why Vula Mlomo ?
Traditionally when we think Vula Mlomo we think of the initiating of lobola negotiations , instead this is a call to action to initiate the real hard hitting conversations of justice , accountability , human rights and decolonisation around 30 years of South African democracy. It is a call to action to speak up with activist Zulaikha Patel.