15 Best South African History Podcasts

1. History of South Africa podcast

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A series that seeks to tell the story of the South Africa in some depth. Presented by experienced broadcaster/podcaster Des Latham and updated weekly, the episodes will take a listener through the various epochs that have made up the story of South Africa.MORE Host Desmond Latham
Producer/Network Desmond Latham
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Location Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 2.7K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Since Feb 2021 Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 500k active Podcasts in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted podcast contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Petticoat Commando, The by Johanna Brandt (1876 - 1964)

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In introducing the English version of this book I venture to bespeak a welcome for it, not only for the light which it throws on some little-known incidents of the South African war, but also because of the keen personal interest of the events recorded. It is more than a history. It is a dramatic picture of the hopes and fears, the devotion and bitterness with which some patriotic women in Pretoria watched and, as far as they could, took part in the war which was slowly drawing to its conclusion on the veld outside...MORE Producer/Network LibriVox
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3. Pheladi Presents South Africa

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This podcast provides South African travel information and promotes an appreciation for African cultural heritage through following a local's tour of the country and documenting her knowledge of local history. The host, whose travels are the subject of this podcast, is Pheladi Phasha.MORE Host Pheladi Phasha
Producer/Network Pheladi Presents Media
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Location South Africa
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4. History of South Africa podcast

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A series that seeks to tell the story of the South Africa in some depth. Presented by experienced broadcaster/podcaster Des Latham and updated weekly, the episodes will take a listener through the various epochs that have made up the story of South Africa.MORE Host Desmond Latham
Producer/Network Desmond Latham
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Our Long Walk

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A podcast series about South Africa's past, present, and future. Economic historian Johan Fourie and historical sociologist Jonathan Schoots interview social science scholars investigating fascinating questions about our country and continent and distil those lessons into practical policy suggestions today.MORE Producer/Network Johan Fourie and Jonathan Schoots
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Unsolved Murders South Africa

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Delve into the mysteries that haunt the shadows of South Africa's history. ?️‍♂️ Join us as we explore riveting true crime stories that have left investigators baffled and communities seeking answers. Uncover the enigmas, examine the evidence, and journey into the heart of unsolved cases. Presented by Swisher Post and brought to you by I WISH U WUD Publications (Pty) Ltd. Your source for chilling narratives that echo through time. #UnsolvedMurdersSA #TrueCrimePodcastMORE Producer/Network Unsolved Murders South Africa
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7. More Than A Story

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More Than A Story is a podcast that brings Africa's hidden histories to life through powerful, narrative storytelling. Each season, we dive deep into real events that shaped the continent — stories of survival, resilience, betrayal, belonging, and becoming.Season One follows the gripping true account of the 1782 Grosvenor shipwreck and the survivors' epic journey along South Africa's Wild Coast. Told with cinematic detail, rich character insight, and historical context, this is not just a history lesson — it's a lived experience, retold with empathy and imagination...MORE Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Helderberg Companion Podcast

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It's 28 November 1987, and the worst air disaster in South African history has just occurred. As investigators race to learn more, the secrets of a Boeing 747 named Helderberg lie deep underwater and a four decade battle for the truth of what happened on its final flight has just begun.Helderberg is a 3 part documentary series, premiering on M-Net on 15 May 2025. In the Helderberg Companion Podcast, we are joined by contributors from the series to go beyond the documentary and dive deeper into topics connected to the crash and the 37 years of events that have followed it.MORE Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Moments in South African History

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The stories of prominent people, events and places that shaped South African history.
Producer/Network SABC Radio News
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Location South Africa
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 2.6MTwitter 2.7M Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Since Jul 2020 Get Email Contact

10. Untold Story- Who Is South Africa?

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South African history that should be taught in the classroom. History that changes our perception of who we are.
Producer/Network Phindile Masanabo
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11. Fossils by Firelight - GSSA

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Welcome to fossils by firelight - a series of conversations with South Africa's geological legends where they unearth their discoveries, their learnings, memories, interesting stories (and maybe a few tall tales) to chronicle our history and inspire the next generation of geological heroes.MORE Producer/Network Solid Gold Podcasts
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12. Legal Luminaries

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Step into the fascinating world of Legal Luminaries; a captivating podcast series brought to you by Juta and Jacaranda FM. Hosted by television personality and author, Iman Rappetti, this JacPod Original takes you on a journey through the lives and experiences of renowned legal giants who have played a pivotal role in shaping South African law.Whether you're a legal enthusiast, a student of law, or simply curious about the minds behind South African democracy and human rights, Legal Luminaries is a must-listen.MORE Producer/Network JacPod
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13. Clothes Minded

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Clothes Minded is a podcast about decoding the language of fashion through the African lens. Host, Khensani Mohlatlole, a South African writer, sustainable fashion advocate and designer, explores the layers of history, culture, identity and politics woven into our wardrobes with insights from African designers, artisans, academics and industry insiders.MORE Host Khensani Mohlatlole
Producer/Network The Hyve AV
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Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Face the Attack: The Three Battles of Sailor Malan

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'Face the Attack: The Three Battles of Sailor Malan', is a 6 episode podcast series, with ongoing bonus content and updates, about the life and times of Adolph Gysbert 'Sailor' Malan,In the last world war of the 20th century, a farm boy from the rugged bushland of South Africa took to the bloody skies over Europe during World War Two and made history. Considered 'the greatest fighter pilot', embraced as a 'hero' and 'King of the Few' by the embattled island of Britain and its King, but considered a traitor by many in his own country...MORE Producer/Network Protea Rose Originals
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. The Boer Wars

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The Boer Wars were a series of two conflicts between the British Empire and the Boer republics of the Transvaal and the Orange Free State in Southern Africa in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The first Boer War took place from 1880-1881, while the second Boer War lasted from 1899-1902. These wars were the result of longstanding tensions and rivalries between the British colonial authorities and the Boer settlers, who were of Dutch, German, and Huguenot descent...MORE Producer/Network QP-JT2
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