Testing The 'black-friendly' Image Of Orania: Siv Ngesi And Josh Rubin Explore South Africa's 'whites-only Town'

For many South Africans, Orania, situated on the banks of the Orange River and within the Karoo region, exists only as the subject of whispered conversations, painted vividly in shades of suspicion and fear, particularly among black communities, where it has become synonymous with exclusion.

Founded in 1991 as a haven for white Afrikaners to preserve their culture, language, and values, Orania represents both a reality and a myth that has perplexed and intrigued people across the nation.

To demystify this isolated town, 'Wide Awake Podcast' host Josh Rubin took on the challenge of uncovering the truth behind Orania.

In his new documentary, Black Investigates South Africa's Whites-Only Town, he embarks on a provocative ten-hour journey alongside actor and comedian Siv Ngesi, determined to explore whether Orania can indeed be deemed 'black-friendly'.

With a current population of nearly 3,000, Orania boasts its own government, currency, and an array of regulations that govern its residents.