Milton Nkosi
Former producer for Fergal Keane and BBC Africa bureaux editor. Provided first-hand accounts of the events following Nelson Mandela's release.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 31min
Old Newscast: Nelson Mandela Is Released From Prison, 1990 (Part 1)
Fergal Keane, the former Southern Africa correspondent for the BBC, and Milton Nkosi, ex-Africa Bureau editor, share their firsthand insights into Nelson Mandela's historic release from prison after 27 years. They recount the emotional scenes in Johannesburg and Mandela's impact as a symbol of hope and equality. The duo also reflects on the political changes following his liberation and the evolving nature of news reporting from tape to digital, highlighting the significant moments that shaped South Africa's journey towards freedom.
Jul 26, 2025 • 29min
Old Newscast: Nelson Mandela Is Released From Prison, 1990 (Part 2)
Fergal Keane, a former Southern Africa correspondent who reported on Nelson Mandela’s release, and Milton Nkosi, a former BBC Africa bureaux editor, delve into the momentous day of February 11, 1990. They discuss the immense hope tied to Mandela’s freedom and the complex challenges that followed, including violence and the push for democracy. Personal stories highlight the emotional weight of South Africa’s transition and Mandela’s enduring legacy of forgiveness and reconciliation in a nation still grappling with the past.
