There’s action being taken today by leaders in the music business to show support for the black community. They’re calling it “The Show Must Be Paused.” Silence. No music. But for some, the idea of not playing music is antithetical to protest. Redi Tlhabi is a South African broadcaster in Johannesburg. She speaks with The World’s host Marco Werman about the role music played during the anti-apartheid movement.
The story you just read is not locked behind a paywall because listeners and readers like you generously support our nonprofit newsroom. Now more than ever, we need your help to support our global reporting work and power the future of The World. Can we count on you?