PROF. Bonang Mohale | LOVE | LEADERSHIP | CORRUPTION | SA PRESIDENTS

Prof Bonang Mohale speaks to David Mashabela about the issues facing South Africa, why he will never run for office and how we can get out of the current mess as South Africans.

The video discusses the decline in South African leadership over 28 years, the importance of transformation and inclusive academic excellence, and his personal journey of overcoming adversity and uplifting his family.

[00:00] Discussion about the leadership qualities of President Tabombegi and the importance of planning in advance
President Tabombegi is considered one of the best leaders
Humorous exchange about being confused with another famous personality
Acknowledgment of the importance of planning in advance

[13:27] Family upbringing and values instilled by the mother
Father teaching son how to slaughter
Mother becoming the matriarch after father's passing
Mother's resilience and hard work to support the family
Mother's dedication to educating her children
Mother's strong and authoritative parenting style

[26:54] Discussion on family dynamics and responsibilities
Talking about family dynamics from a young age
Responsibility as the eldest son to look after the family
Ownership and maintenance of multiple houses for family support
Understanding and carrying on the family name and traditions

[40:21] Discussion on past South African leaders and the need for a viable opposition
Impact of land expropriation without compensation on African people
Reflection on the failures of past leaders in South Africa
The transformation of good leaders into bad ones over time
Importance of a viable opposition to keep good leaders in check
Recognition of President Mbeki as one of the best South African leaders

[53:49] Challenges faced by the ANC in local government elections
ANC's decline in local government elections, losing metros
Economic impact on ANC due to loss of metros
Failure to read warning signs in previous elections
Lack of shame, morals, and scruples in ANC's response
Call for accountability and unity among South Africans

[01:07:17] Discussion on the impact of politics on economics and daily lives
Reflecting on the number of employees at Dimension Data Campus
Passion for the success and improvement of the country
Importance of raising a loud and brave voice against complacency
Acknowledgment of the significant influence of politics on economics and daily life

[01:20:43] Addressing the need for inclusive academic excellence and recognition of black achievements
Highlighting the disparity in pay between professions
Promoting inclusive academic excellence and challenging historical biases
Discussing the historical achievements of black civilizations

[01:34:11] Transformation is crucial for breaking free from mental chains and achieving true freedom.
Our ancestors were strong and proud, setting a high standard for us to follow.
Centuries of oppression have ingrained feelings of inferiority in us.
We have been conditioned to believe that success can only be achieved through English.
Transformation is about breaking free from mental slavery and embracing true intelligence.
Transformation is like a metamorphosis, replacing old beliefs with new possibilities.