South Africa Comics Take Jokes Seriously

Stand Up Planet showcases comics in South Africa and India, but it's not just for laughs - the comedians expose issues that affect their specific communities, like apartheid, injustice and poverty. The documentary is hosted by Hasan Minhaj and features South Africans Mpho Popps and Loyiso Gola, as well as U.S. comedy legends Bill Cosby, Carl Reiner and producer, Norman Lear.
Using Comedy for Development in South Africa

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Stand Up Planet showcases comics in South Africa and India, but it's not just for laughs - the comedians expose issues that affect their specific communities, like apartheid, injustice and poverty.

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