Debating has long been viewed and used as a tool to build skills such as critical thinking, among others needed to grow as a citizen of one’s country, and the world at large. Among the youth of South Africa, for decades, it has played an imperative role in building them up to be the most efficient versions of themselves and citizens geared with the knowledge needed rebuild our beautiful nation

In this episode, our hosts Busi Mkhumbuzi-Pooe and Thami Pooe, are joined by two seasoned debaters, and Tshimong’s own alumni: Sthembiso Mathenjwa and Munaka Munyai as they share with us how debating played its part in their lives through new methods of educating themselves and others; garnering a sense of citizenship and a patriotic loyalty to their country; as well as what it has done for their personal transformation.

CREDITS

Hosts
Thami Pooe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thami-pooe/
Busi Mkhumbuzi-Pooe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/busisiwem...

Guests
Sithembiso Mathenjwa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sthembiso...
Munaka Munyai: https://www.linkedin.com/in/munaka-mu... 

Crew
Executive Producer: Thami Pooe
Marketing & Operations: Mokoena Moloto
Production Coordinator: Thabo S. Masilela
Videography: Altru Visuals
Video Editing: Yanga Mazwai (Altru Visuals)
Audio-Mixing: Thato Motsusi

Special Thanks To: University of Johannesburg Library