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A journey into the heart of South Africa politics, through interviews and analysis, with your guide Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. Ayeye!
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In today's episode, we unpack Brown Mogotsi's recent public utterances about his ANC membership, the Ezulweni Investments saga and President Ramaphosa's 'new economic plan'
Tara Roos is one of the best young analysts in South African politics, whose work you’ll know from Business Day and CapeTalk. We dive into the latest revelations at the Madlanga Commission, look ahead to the upcoming parliamentary inquiry, and unpack the Joburg mayoral race and the Malema judgment — exploring what these developments mean for the future of SA politics. Don’t miss this conversation with a rising voice shaping the way we understand our democracy.
Mighti Jamie unpacks Lt Gen Khumalo's testimony at the Madlanga Commission today. General Khumalo has been testifying on WhatsApp communications between Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala and Brown Mogotsi (an associate of Minister Senzo Mchunu). We also unpack the breaking news coming out of Paris, about former Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa's passing. Mighti Jamie also weighs in on the prolonged judgement in Julius Malema's firearm discharge case.
In today's episode, we are joined by Kyle Cowan, author of Mafia Land, to explore his book that he has written that unpacks the mafias that operate in South Africa. These mafias include the taxi, construction mafias etc and Cowan also weighs in on Phala Phala and the Madlanga Commission.
In today's episode, we unpack the judgment handed down in Julius Malema's firearm discharge case as well as the Madlanga Commission's delay and week-long break that is coming up.
We unpack Day 8 of the Madlanga Commission, where Lt Gen Dumisani Khumalo, SAPS Crime Intelligence Boss and PKTT Project Lead, reveals explosive details to the Commission. Khumalo has made mention of a 'Big 5' criminal cartel operating in parts of SA. He has also reveal WhatsApp communication between Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala and the likes of Brown Mogotsi, Calvin Rafadi, EMPD Police Chief and more!
In today's episode, we are joined by UK opposition leader, Jeremy Corbyn, for an exclusive conversation on SMWX. Jeremy unpacks his thoughts on the situation in Gaza, SA's ICJ case against Israel, UK politics and current affairs and more!
Floyd Shivambu tackles South Africa’s most pressing headlines, from the Johannesburg mayoral race and coalition chessboard, to the Mkhwanazi revelations and what they mean for crime, politics, and the state. We also press into President Ramaphosa’s leadership and the GNU’s future. Then, he explores the launch of Afrika Mayibuye Movement — its name, vision, and manifesto pillars. He closes with a candid reflection on why he left MKP, lessons learned, and where South African politics goes next.
In today's episode, we are joined by Thuthukile Zuma to unpack her early life and upbringing, navigating having two high profile political parents, why she thinks the ANC is worth fighting for, the state of Joburg and much more!
The Democratic Alliance has announced FedEx Chair, Helen Zille, as their Joburg Mayoral Candidate ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Helen Zille joins us on SMWX to unpack how this decision was made, her plans for Joburg, her thoughts on the Israel-Palestine conflict, the GNU and President Ramaphosa, and more!
Analysing Day 4 of the Madlanga Commission, we unpack Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola’s dramatic testimony. From his admission that he was unaware of General Mchunu’s decision before flagging concerns about Sibiya to the Minister, to his revealing exchange with President Cyril Ramaphosa, today’s session exposed the deep cracks and high-stakes tensions inside South Africa’s policing and politics.
SMWX Legend, Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, returns for an overview of the Madlanga Commission testimonies this far. Gogo Matshiqi unpacks Lt Gen Mkhwanazi and General Masemola's testimonies and gives thoughts about who should be next to testify at the Commission and what are the key questions evidence leaders need to put to them.
In this episode, we unpack the Democratic Alliance's announcement of Helen Zille as their Joburg Mayor candidate for the Local Government Elections in 2026. We analyse polls in the last 4 Local Government Elections in South Africa too.
Acclaimed investigative journalist Caryn Dolley unpacks her book Clash of the Cartels. From the shadowy underworld of international drug syndicates to their deep connections in South Africa, Caryn reveals how global crime networks have infiltrated our borders, police, and politics. We also dive into the latest revelations at the Mkhwanazi Commission, connecting her reporting to the shocking claims of political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that exposes the dark web of organised crime gripping South Africa.
The Commission of Inquiry into political inteference in the criminal justice system is underway. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi was the first witness to take the stand and we unpack Day 1 of his testimony. We discuss president Ramaphosa's role in the establishment of the PKTT, and the inter-ministerial committee. We also preview what could happen next. Ayeye!
South Africa is on edge — and we’re unpacking why. Mightie Jamie joins SMWX to make sense of the Madlanga Commission, Lt Gen Mkhwanazi’s testimony, Phala Phala, and the growing claims about syndicates touching politics, policing, prosecutors and even the judiciary.
This week, Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi takes the stand at the Commission of Inquiry after his explosive July press conference shook South Africa. From allegations against senior politicians to claims of a powerful syndicate infiltrating the police, prosecutors, and even the judiciary — this is testimony that could change everything.
South Africa’s social grants are a lifeline—but they’re under pressure. Treasury is pushing cuts and tighter verification, while millions face hunger and unemployment. Is it time to go beyond targeted grants and implement a Universal Basic Income (UBI)? In today's episode of Economic Justice Matters in collaboration with the Institute for Economic Justice, we sit down with: Kelle Howson (Institute for Economic Justice), Thandi Henkeman (Black Sash) and Leandro Ferreira (Brazilian Expert).
Unlocking South Africa’s next wave of growth—through tech, policy, and bold execution. In this episode of In This Economy? (in collaboration with Standard Bank Private), Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh sits down with Melvyn Lubega—entrepreneur, investor, and public-sector advisor—best known as co-founder of Go1, the learning platform that scaled to unicorn status (including the Blinkist acquisition). From boarding school and Oxford to Y Combinator, Melvyn shares the mindset, systems, and failures behind building at scale—plus his mission to help create 100,000 sustainable jobs. He unpacks why execution beats ideas, why your speed of learning matters more than your speed of doing, and why “it takes the same energy to do something big as it does to do something small—so do something big.
What is the legacy of OR Tambo. In this panel discussion following the OR Tambo Lecture, some of South Africa's key intellectuals and journalists debate the state of the nation.
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I'm sad that this conversation went Haywire at the end from Sizwe's mic 😔😔 However Mr Cawe's conversation is clear & generous in trying to unpack with a rich context locally & contrasting with the international reality