26 Jun 2025
2h 1m

The Totally Very Real White Genocide in South Africa with Dan Corder and Eugene Khoza [VIDEO]

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What Now? with Trevor Noah

In this episode of "What Now?", Trevor Noah, along with guests Eugene Khoza and Dan Corder, delve into the complexities surrounding the narrative of a purported white genocide in South Africa. They dissect how this misinformation campaign gained international traction, particularly through social media and right-wing political circles, and explore the underlying factors contributing to its propagation, such as historical privilege, economic disparities, and racial biases. The discussion further examines the legacy of apartheid, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the challenges of achieving genuine reconciliation and equality in post-apartheid South Africa, touching on issues of land redistribution, economic empowerment, and the role of media in shaping public perception.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction to the Narrative

Part 2: Perceptions, Code Words, and Generational Amnesia

Part 3: TRC, Comedy, and Economic Disparities

Part 4: Restitution, Trust, and Microaggressions

Part 5: Flattening of People, Team Mentality, and Racialized Geography

Part 6: Statistics, Vulnerability, and Stereotypes

Part 7: TRC, Integration, and Empathy

Part 8: Branding, Crime, and Shared Empathy

Part 9: Leeway, Injustices, and Media

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