Former ‘7de Laan’ Star Angelique Gerber Hosts Helen Zille on Podcast Ahead of Elections
- Former 7de Laan actress Angelique Gerber welcomed Helen Zille onto her podcast Unscripted with Angie & Jacs
- Gerber teased the interview on Instagram, promising fans a look at the woman behind the political headlines and controversies
- The episode drops as Zille campaigns hard for the Johannesburg mayoral seat ahead of the municipal vote
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Actress-turned-podcaster Angelique Gerber has given fans a peek behind the curtain of one of South Africa's most polarising political careers, announcing that Helen Zille sat down with her and co-host, former Miss South Africa Jacqueline "Jacs" Ferns, for a candid episode of Unscripted with Angie & Jacs, recorded on 23 October 2026.
Gerber, best known to South African audiences from her years on 7de Laan, took to Instagram to share a teaser that was equal parts admiring and playful. She described Zille as someone who "has taken on political giants, challenged the status quo, and built a career defined by conviction, controversy, and constant headlines" - before cheekily revealing that the veteran Democratic Alliance figure also shared dish-washing tips during the chat.
The former DA leader is no stranger to tough rooms, but Gerber promised the conversation would dig deeper than any press conference.
"We go beyond the headlines to explore the woman behind them: her convictions, her controversies, her courage, and the experiences that shaped one of South Africa's most recognisable political figures," Gerber wrote.
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She rounded off the tease with a light jab: "Whether you agree with her, disagree with her, or simply want to understand what drives her, one thing is certain: Helen Zille is never boring. And if she can navigate South African politics, we're confident she can handle a few dirty dishes too!"
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Helen Zille in campaign mode
The episode arrives at a charged moment. Zille is the DA's mayoral candidate for Johannesburg and is in the final stretch of her campaign ahead of the 4 November municipal elections, with her messaging centred on the city's worsening water crisis, crumbling infrastructure, and rising crime levels.
Supporters flooded the comments section of Gerber's post, with admiration directed at both the hosts and their guest.
jacquelineferns777 said:
"What a powerful leader you are, @helenzille26!"
missmel_kimye wrote:
"She is an amazing FIRE! I've followed her throughout my high school career when politics became a major subject at Wynberg Girls' High School, and until now, she's remained consistent in her political strength in wanting to make SA a beautiful, successful country."
bronwen_was.here posted:
"A legend for sure!"
marcsudding added:
"Helen, you are a legend. May God bless you in all you do. Amen."
Watch Helen Zille's interview below.
Sol Phenduka reacts to Helen Zille's gusheshe video
In an earlier report, Briefly News shared Sol Phenduka's reaction to Helen Zille's latest bid to win the citizens over, by spinning a gusheshe.
The podcaster questioned whether it was the best strategy to win over the black community, igniting a heated debate in the comment section.
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