Watch: Cool Politics Café on Political Polarisation in South Africa

Watch this powerful conversation, moderated by Tsholofelo Nakedi, featuring an intergenerational panel of political actors and civil society leaders, including Mbali Ntuli, Zulaikha Patel, and Mavuso Msimang.

Yasmin Shapurjee

Yasmin Shapurjee is an Urban Planner and Social Researcher passionate about sustainability, systems thinking, and community development. She has led research on civic tech, rooftop farming, affordable housing, and knowledge resource management. Yasmin has held roles at CSIR, Our Future Cities, and the Civic Tech Innovation Network. With a strong focus on African urban development, Yasmin brings an interdisciplinary approach to her work, bridging research, policy, and practice. She is committed to creating inclusive, resilient cities through collaboration, innovation, and grounded community engagement. Beyond her work, she enjoys nature, creative arts, and volunteering on sustainable building and farming projects.