South Africa, Iran, and Cash in a Couch

South Africa’s ruling ANC once symbolized moral leadership and democratic aspiration under Nelson Mandela.Today, the party faces allegations of corruption, financial crisis, and growing ties to Iran, Qatar, and Hamas-linked networks.In this episode, Avi Kaner examines the “cash in the couch” scandal surrounding President Cyril Ramaphosa, the ANC’s sudden financial recovery, and the growing scrutiny surrounding South Africa’s ICJ case against Israel.The discussion explores the broader themes of lawfare, information warfare, geopolitical influence, and how authoritarian regimes increasingly use international institutions, media, and narrative shaping as strategic tools.A story that goes far beyond South Africa.