The Big Issue SL Podcast

Mamelodi Sundowns were crowned nine-times PSL Champions this past weekend, making them South Africa's most successful side in the PSL era. We hear from Eric Ramasike on why he believes Pitso Mosimane will continue to dominate the PSL in the season to come. We also had a chat with former Orlando Pirates defender Edward "Magents" Motale on why he believes his former side will bounce back. Motale makes a plea to Bucs boss Dr Irvin Khoza that you won't want to miss!

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Last week, Caster Semenya, South Africa's 800m Champion, lost her court case against the IAAF ruling that will force her to regulate her testosterone levels. In this Big Issue, we speak to Thembi Kgatlana and hear from the Department of Sports and Recreation on what the future may hold.

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In part two of the Workers' Day special, we hear from SAFPU President Thulaganyo Gaoshubelwe, on the role that SAFPU plays within the beautiful game and what it does for players.

In this workers day special, we hear from SuperSport's Dean Furman. What is it like being a player in the PSL, and what does he tell his friends back home? We'll have those answers in the show. Later in the show, we speak to Thandi Merafe about what it's like to be a woman in a male-dominated industry. Last up is Highlands Park manager Owen de Gama speaking on the differences playing in South Africa versus playing abroad. Enjoy this episode!

On Sunday, an Absa Premiership encounter between Bloemfontein Celtic and Cape Town City was called off due to fan violence. The PSL sent out a strong statement condemning the violence that played out and advised that action will be taken in due course. In this episode of The Big Issue, we speak to all sides involved to search for the truth behind the violence.

Are you ever interested in finding out what football personalities think of the country’s politics? Do football players even vote? What would they change in our country if they had the power to do so? In this episode of The Big Issue, South African football players reveal their voting plans. We also hear from them about their thoughts on political parties attending football matches.