The June 30 protests didn't just unfold on South Africa's streets—they also played out across social media. According to the Institute for Security Studies, alongside the mass demonstrations in several provinces, there was a coordinated online campaign designed to amplify the protesters' key messages and shape the public narrative. episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 6, 2026 · 17 MIN

The June 30 protests didn't just unfold on South Africa's streets—they also played out across social media. According to the Institute for Security Studies, alongside the mass demonstrations in several provinces, there was a coordinated online campaign designed to amplify the protesters' key messages and shape the public narrative.

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The June 30 protests didn't just unfold on South Africa's streets—they also played out across social media. According to the Institute for Security Studies, alongside the mass demonstrations in several provinces, there was a coordinated online campaign designed to amplify the protesters' key messages and shape the public narrative. So, what does this tell us about the growing role of digital platforms in modern protest movements?  Guest: Karen Allen: Consultant at the Institute for Security Studies ( ISS Pretoria)  

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