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Open Book FestivalOBF2024: Bad Women
This is a live recording of an event that took place at Open Book Festival in September 2024.
In this conversation, Qarnita Loxton, Niq Mhlongo and Zukiswa Wanner speak to Jordan Pieters about defying expectations.
This event [...]2025-01-281h 04
PAGECASTPagecast at Open Book Cape Town: Niq MhlongoWelcome to Pagecast at Open Book Cape Town, a special edition of the regular podcast brought to you by Jonathan Ball Publishers. Usually, we explore the latest in literature year-round, but today, we're coming to you straight from the heart of the Open Book Festival—Cape Town's annual celebration of South African literature in an international context. In these festival-exclusive episodes, we sit down with some of the most inspiring voices in literature to delve into their stories, insights, and the powerful narratives that shape our world. Let's dive into the pages together!
In this episode, we are jo...2024-09-1321 min
It's a ContinentUnravelling the Black Tax (rerun)This episode was first broadcast on 30th January 2024.In this episode, we explore the term Black Tax, originating in South Africa, to describe the financial support provided by black individuals to their families. Examining its roots, we navigate its historical context, cultural and emotional burdens, and its ties to imperialism, colonialism, and apartheid. Follow us on IG: itsacontinentpod and Twitter: itsacontinent. It's a Continent (published by Coronet) is available to purchase: itsacontinent.com/book We're on Buy me a Coffee too: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsacontinentVi...2024-08-2025 min
The View Point#TUESDAYTakeOver: Literature: “Our stories. Our heritage”Guest: Sewela LangenD, Communications specialist, Author and Owner of Book Circle Capital] Tonight’s #TuesdayTakeOver guest is an award winning author and bookstore owner who’s passionate about literacy especially in children. Sewela has had the honour of facilitating book discussions at two big book festivals in May – The Franschhoek Literary Fair and the Kingsmead Book Fair. And recently, the mother of two was announced as a judge for the prestigious Sunday Times Literary Award for the non-fiction panel. This evening together with her guests who are also in the literary space discuss literature under the theme “our stor...2024-07-2354 min
Secrets from the Green RoomSeason 4: Episode 40: Niq MhlongoIrma and Karen chat about the highs and lows of podcasting. Then Irma talks to Niq Mhlongo about what it was like growing up in Soweto, South Africa, how sleeping in a tiny room with seven brothers got him hooked on reading, why he ditched law to become a writer, how Dan Brown made him think he’d become a millionaire from writing, how his debut novel went from being deemed ‘unpublishable’ to being accepted by the same publisher, why he is sceptical about literary prizes, why living from Berlin gives him freedom to write about Soweto, and wh...2024-01-3146 minIt's a ContinentUnravelling the Black TaxIn this episode, we explore the term Black Tax, originating in South Africa, to describe the financial support provided by black individuals to their families. Examining its roots, we navigate its historical context, cultural and emotional burdens, and its ties to imperialism, colonialism, and apartheid. Follow us on IG: itsacontinentpod and Twitter: itsacontinent. It's a Continent (published by Coronet) is available to purchase: itsacontinent.com/book We're on Buy me a Coffee too: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsacontinentVisit our website: itsacontinent.comArtwork by Margo Designs: https://margosdesigns.myportfolio.com2024-01-3025 min
Enquire, the Investor Relations podcastSeries 2: Ep 9: Communicating the Company Story to Multiple Stakeholders with David ShriverCorporate communications and investor relations are changing rapidly in step with technological advancements. During this episode, David Shriver, Ocado’s Chief Reputation Officer, joins the conversation to share how he approaches his role in an ever-changing landscape. After years of acting in the role of Director of Communications, David’s new role was developed to facilitate a new wave of innovation at Ocado. He shares his view on best practice, understanding your audience, and how he brings the knowledge he earned in other roles to his work at Ocado. We touch on ESG and sustainability concerns, and how the two...2023-11-0331 min
The Hidden Lives of WritersS01 E03 Niq MhlongoMulti-award-winning and much-translated writer Niq Mhlongo is in the studio to talk about his long and varied career. He describes how he got his start as a writer by flunking out of law school and how his early novels foreshadowed the Fees Must Fall movement.
Niq tells us what to do when a character refuses to die and how his inspiration comes from living close to a popular shebeen in Soweto. Niq and Gail break down how they know whether a new idea needs to be a novel or a short story. Niq describes how he once refused...2023-06-121h 07
The Glenzito SuperdriveInterview Gauteng International Book FestivalARTS: The inaugural Gauteng International Book Festivaltakes place at Ubuntu Kraal, Soweto this Sunday 11December. The festival is founded by Lorraine Sitholetogether with journalist and author Niq Mhlongo, and DrNokuthula Mazibuko Msimang. We’re joined on the line byFestival Director Lorraine Sithole.2022-12-0808 min
City PressNiq Mhlongo revisits his ‘very difficult and different’ road to being publishedBooks and Beverages brings you conversations with authors about their latest releases.2022-11-1338 min
NB PublishersKwela Book Chat: For You, I'd Steal a Goat by Niq Mhlongo with Sara-Jayne Makwala KingIn this week’s episode the award-winning broadcaster, journalist, and author Sara-Jayne Makwala King interviews Niq Mhlongo on his latest short story collection published by Kwela Books, For You, I’d Steal a Goat. In For You, I'd Steal a Goat, award-winning writer Niq Mhlongo presents masterfully told stories rooted in South African life. With his characteristic keen observations and insights into human nature, he explores the things people do for each other, but also to each other. Injustice, corruption, betrayal, jealousy, love, desire and loyalty are just some of the aspects of human interaction that feature in these stories.
For...2022-07-2257 min
The Homebru Podcasts 2022Episode 6 - For You, I'd Steal a Goat by Niq MhlongoThis short story collection is filled with memorable characters, intriguing plots and twist endings. With his keen observations and insights into human nature, Mhlongo explores the things people do for each other, but also to each other. Injustice, corruption, love and desire are just some of the aspects of human interaction featured here. A family refuses to leave when the bank repossesses their house; stalking has an unexpected outcome; a desensitised morgue manager is spooked; and more! www.exclusivebooks.co.za2022-06-1018 minThe Homebru Podcasts 2022Episode 6 - For You, I'd Steal a Goat by Niq MhlongoThis short story collection is filled with memorable characters, intriguing plots and twist endings. With his keen observations and insights into human nature, Mhlongo explores the things people do for each other, but also to each other. Injustice, corruption, love and desire are just some of the aspects of human interaction featured here. A family refuses to leave when the bank repossesses their house; stalking has an unexpected outcome; a desensitised morgue manager is spooked; and more! www.exclusivebooks.co.za2022-06-1018 min
Par C. BefouneFemmes, Perceptions et Communauté avec Dyna SowDans le souci de s’éduquer autant que faire se peut et par ricochet d’éduquer sa communauté à travers son blog Plume Passionnée, Dyna Sow (@miss_voltan) dévore les livres et lit selon des thématiques très précises. Elle s’éduque en ce moment sur le parcours, le vécu et les combats de la femme africaine d’hier et d’aujourd’hui, raison pour laquelle elle je me suis naturellement tournée vers elle pour cet épisode un peu particulier. La discussion d’aujourd’hui repose sur le livre de Buchi Emecheta The Joys of Motherhood que Dyna m’a vi...2021-09-271h 43
Just Reading with ThandolwethuReviewing: After Tears by Niq Mhlongo.Hello book lovers. Here I bring you something short and sweet, do enjoy.2021-07-0607 min
The Vibes With Onimisi PodcastEP 29: "BLACK TAX" ft Chiseke Chiteta"A secret torment for some, a proud responsibility for others, 'black tax' is a daily reality for thousands if not millions of West, Central and South Africans" - Niq Mhlongo
In this Episode, I hosted the Zambian Maestro, an African activist, and Bookstagramer to deliberate and share our opinion on this topic. P.S:
Please note that there are two kinds of Black tax. African and American. We focused on Africa only. Email us your thoughts through (vibeswithonimisi@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Instagram at (@vibeswithonimisi).
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Ufahamu AfricaEp. 113: A conversation with Nanjala Nyabola about "Travelling While Black"In a special podcast mashup with Migrations: A World on the Move, hosted by Cornell postdoc Eleanor Paynter, we interview Nanjala Nyabola on human mobilities, asylum, vaccine nationalism, and activism that centers human experiences. Her new book, Travelling While Black, is a collection of essays on her experiences traveling to over 70 countries. Plus, she offers us a number of African novels on migration that we should read next! This conversation was recorded at an event held on April 12 called Race and Racism Across Borders, hosted by Cornell University's Migrations initiative and the Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies. 2021-04-1745 min
Saturdays with JennyJoburg NoirNiq Mhlongo, writer, shares with us the treasures of Joburg Noir. kaya fm2021-03-1316 min
Jenny's CornerJoburg NoirNiq Mhlongo, writer, shares with us the treasures of Joburg Noir.2021-03-1316 min
THE CHILL ZONEThe Centre for Creative Arts at the University of KwaZulu-NatalThe Centre for Creative Arts at the University of KwaZulu-Natal will be hosting the 24th edition of the Time of the Writer Festival. This will be in the form of engaging, provocative and inspiring series of dinner table seminars each evening from March 15 to 21, 2021, at 7pm.Guest: Dr Ismail Mahomed is the director of the Centre for Creative ArtsGuest: Niq Mhlongo – Author2021-03-0511 min
Saturdays with JennyNiq Mhlongo: Paradise In Gaza (Kwela)Niq Mhlongo was born in Soweto. He has a BA from Wits University, majoring in African Literature and Political Studies. He's an author of Paradise in Gaza kaya fm2020-12-1224 min
A Readers' CommunityA Festive Reading Guide with Patric Tariq Mellet and Angela MakholwaThis special festive episode brings you conversations with Patric Tariq Mellet and Angela Makholwa, as well as recommendations from Book Lounge staff from the 2020 Festive Reading Guide.Jess recommends ‘Kantiga Finds the Perfect Name’ by Mabel Mnensa, ‘A Journey Through the Greek Myths’ written by Marchella Ward and illustrated by Sander Berg, and ‘The Black Kids’ by Christina Hammonds Reed. Megan enjoyed ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ by Richard Osman. Luami talks about ‘Charlotte’ by Helen Moffett, ‘Exciting Times’ by Naoise Dolan and ‘Luster’ by Raven Lailani. Vasti mentions ‘Living While Feminist’, edited by Jen Thorpe, ‘Femicide in South Africa’ by Dr Nechama Brodie...2020-12-1048 min
NKATA: Art and ProcessesEP08: "If I write for them, it means I am removing myself from my source". Nkata with Niq MhlongoSend us a textNiq Mhlongo (b. 1973, Soweto) is a South African writer born in Johannesburg. Today, he is considered "one of the most high-spirited, irreverent voices of post-apartheid South African literary scene".So far, he has four novels and two short stories to his name: Dog Eat Dog (2004), After Tears (2007), Way Back Home (2013), Affluenza (2016), Soweto Under The Apricot Tree (2018), Paradise in Gaza (2020). He has also edited two collection of Essays: Black Tax, A Burden or Ubuntu (2019) and Joburg Noir (2020). In between his already illustrious and prolific practice, he is also the city editor for the...2020-10-201h 43
NkataEP08: “If I write for them, it means I am removing myself from my source”. Nkata with Niq MhlongoNiq Mhlongo (b. 1973, Soweto) is a South African writer born in Johannesburg. Today, he is considered “one of the most high-spirited, irreverent voices of post-apartheid South African literary scene”. So far, he has seven books to his name including Dog Eat Dog, Soweto Under The Apricot Tree, Black Tax and, still fresh from the...2020-10-2000 min
#SABF2019Episode 10 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongoEpisode 10 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongo @dududube2019-09-0915 min
#SABF2019Episode 11 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongoEpisode 11 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongo @dududube2019-09-0915 min
#SABF2019Episode 13 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongoEpisode 13 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongo @dududube2019-09-0913 min
#SABF2019Episode 12 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongoEpisode 12 - Black Tax @ #SABF with Lorraine Sithole, Niq Mhlongo, Dudu Busani-Dube and Phehello Mofokeng @LS3841 @MrPublisherSA @NiqMhlongo @dududube2019-09-0907 min
Read On - The Audiobook Show from RNIBJoe Heap, Niq Mhlongo, Celestial Bodies and moreOn today's show, as ‘The Rules of Seeing’ is crowned Debut Romantic Novel of 2019, its author, Joe Heap, tells us what inspired him to write about sight loss. (Starts at 1.30)
Robert Kirkwood talks to Niq Mhlongo about how much things have changed for South African authors since the birth of The Rainbow Nation. (21.40)
We learn more about the Omani novel, Celestial Bodies, that won this year’s Man Booker International prize from publishers Sandstone Press (30.50)
Listener Gill Garret recommends a hidden gem that celebrates the beauty of The Lake District. (43.40)
And author of Long Way Down, Jason Reynolds, shares th...2019-06-2857 min
Gateway to AfricaRooibosIn this week’s edition of Gateway to Africa we find out why Rooibos, an indigenous South African tea is making it big in Japan from Martin Bergh who is chairperson of SA Rooibos Council. And the 22nd Time of the Writer Festival is now underway at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in celebration of Durban status as the UNESCO World City of Literature and for more on this we feature Niq Mhlongo, the curator of the festival programme, a writer and an activist.2019-03-1538 min
The Cheeky NativesNthikeng Mohlele: Michael KSend us a text“Although this, of course, was not strictly true: I so desired Maureen that at times I temporarily lost my mind, any sense of restraint. That I imagined, with a sudden swell of emotions and enlightenment, how desperately I craved Greek salad: cucumbers. Lettuce, onion rings and baby tomatoes, only dressed with her springs, her womanly eruptions resultant from our imagined carnal sieges.” – Nthikeng Mohlele, Micheal K: a novelThis month Nthikeng Mohlele will publish his sixth Novel llumination, which he describes as “…an exploration of the nature and pitfalls of an artistic life. The backbone of the nar...2019-02-071h 10
The Literature CornerLiterature Corner: Christmas Edition of the Litearature CornerGuests: Authors Angela Makholwa Natasha Allie Bonang Mohale Siya Khumalo Niq Mhlongo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2018-12-201h 23
LiteratureFred Khumalo, Niq Mhlongo, Modikwe Dikobe & Jim PascualFred Khumalo starts the show talking about his latest book “Dancing the Death Drill”; on our new feature called “Writer’s Read”, Author Niq Mhlongo reviews “The Marabi Dance” by Modikwe Dikobe then Poet and Translator Jim Pascual Agustin talks about his latest book “Wings of Smoke”.2017-02-1254 min
The Documentary Podcast: Archive 2015Writing a New South Africa: JohannesburgPoet Thabiso Mohare talks to Johannesburg-based writers and poets about the changing cityscape and how the past impacts on the present in their work. He speaks to Ivan Vladislavic, who has documented the city in his novels and non-fiction work Portrait with Keys, to the prominent poet Lebo Mashile who talks about the emergence of the black female voice in the past 20 years, and the legacy of the past. And, he meets Niq Mhlongo, whose most recent book Way Back Home, looks critically at the struggle against apartheid, and how those who went into exile to fight for the...2015-06-0327 min
Stories agter stories 2014Niq Mhlongo – Way Back HomePresented by Kwela Uitgewers: Soweton-born author Niq Mhlongo discusses his novel – a caustic critique of South Africa’s political elite – with James Woodhouse. Kimathi Tito has it all, but things are far from perfect. After a messy divorce, accelerated by his gambling habit and infidelities, he is in danger of losing everything. And now, to top it all, he’s seeing ghosts. Mhlongo’s first novel, Dog Eat Dog, was translated into Spanish and was awarded the Mar des Lettras Prize.2014-03-1349 min