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SMWX

Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

A journey into the heart of South Africa politics, through interviews and analysis, with your guide Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. Ayeye!

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01:01:06

Can GNU bring economic justice? | SA economy, SASSA...

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2025/06/30

In today's episode, in collaboration with the Institute for Economic Justice, we are joined by Febe Potgieter (ANC: Head of Policy), Neil Coleman (IEJ: Senior Policy Specialist) and Sithembile Mbete (PARI: Executive Director) to unpack the GNU and whether it can bring economic justice.

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34:12

Iran vs Israel: Ceasefire Implications

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2025/06/26

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks recent developments in the Israel-Iran War.

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49:13

Prof Bonang Mohale: 'GNU', SA economy, Eskom, State...

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2025/06/22

Prof Bonang Mohale — UFS chancellor, author, and business leader — delivers an unflinching assessment of South Africa’s past, present, and future. From state capture and economic betrayal to coalition chaos, Prof. Mohale pulls no punches as he reflects on leadership, transformation, and the soul of the nation.

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17:27

US Senator Chris Van Hollen: Donald Trump, Marco...

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2025/06/19

US Senator Chris Van Hollen, a leading voice on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joins us for a deep dive into South Africa–US relations, Trump-era disinformation, and global diplomacy.

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35:03

Iran hits back at Israel (analysis) | Netanyahu,...

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2025/06/17

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh breaks down the most critical and volatile geopolitical crisis of 2025 — the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. What began as a surprise Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities has triggered a fierce Iranian retaliation, plunging the Middle East into chaos.

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01:03:20

Elias Monage: 'GNU', Black Business Council, SETA,...

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2025/06/15

In today's episode, we are joined by Black Business Council President Elias Monage — joins us to unpack South Africa's political and economic power structures.

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01:12:19

Maps Maponyane: Elite schools, fame, racism,...

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2025/06/13

In this month's 'Owning Our Wealth' series episode, we are joined by media personality and entrepreneur Maps Maponyane. Maps unpacks facing suspension in primary school to being bullied as a kid, Maps shares the raw, unfiltered truth behind his rise — and the challenges he’s faced along the way.

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30:09

Ibrahim Traore: Africa's most important leader? (Deep...

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2025/06/11

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh delves into the rise of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso's interim president. We explore his unexpected ascent to power, his political strategies, and the broader implications for West Africa and the continent as a whole. Is Traoré merely a transitional figure, or could he be shaping a new era of African leadership?

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55:24

Dr Imtiaz Sooliman: Gift of The Givers, 'GNU', July...

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2025/06/09

Founder of Gift of The Givers Foundation, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, unpacks the formation of the organisation, SA's political landscape, the work that Gift of The Givers has done in SA and abroad, Gaza-Palestine and more!

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54:20

Simphiwe Dana: Elon Musk, Donald Trump, musical...

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2025/06/06

Legendary musician Simphiwe Dana, who celebrates 20 years in the music industry joins us today! Simphiwe unpacks her musical journey, balancing political messaging and the artistic aspect of her music, 'Kill The Boer' chant -- is it acceptable?, Donald Trump and Elon Musk, racism and more!

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26:27

Floyd Shivambu REMOVED as MK Party SG | Bushiri,...

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2025/06/03

Floyd Shivambu's removal and redeployment from SG to Parliament. Mighti Jamie covers Shivambu's Bushiri trip to Malawi, MKP internal dynamics and more!

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01:06:40

Zwelinzima Vavi: Starlink, Trump-Ramaphosa, ANC,...

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2025/05/30

Veteran trade unionist Zwelinzima Vavi unpacks South Africa’s political crossroads. From explosive claims about Ramaphosa’s White House visit and Starlink’s entry into the country, to sharp critiques of the ANC’s decline, coalition politics, and the myth of Zuma’s progressive legacy—Vavi holds nothing back.

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39:34

Why Trump's bullying of South Africa will backfire

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2025/05/28

Discover how Trump’s Oval Office stunt could backfire — not just geopolitically, by alienating South Africa and the broader Global South, but also domestically, by exposing the fragility of the narratives pushed by his supporters.

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01:06:44

Mkhuleko Hlengwa: AmaZulu royal succession,...

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2025/05/26

Deputy Minister of Transport and IFP spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of South African politics. From revelations about the Government of National Unity (GNU) to inside takes on coalition dysfunction, the AmaZulu royal succession, and the controversial Trump-Ramaphosa meeting.

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01:00:51

Mmusi Maimane: Trump v Ramaphosa at White House,...

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2025/05/23

BOSA Leader Mmusi Maimane joins us for an unfiltered breakdown of the most pressing issues in South African politics. From the diplomatic disaster at the White House with President Ramaphosa and President Trump to deep critiques of education, governance, and racial injustice.

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52:05

Dr Gilad Isaacs on Budget speech, Enoch Godongwana,...

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2025/05/21

Ahead of the new budget speech, we speak to progressive economist and Executive Director of the Institute for Economic Justice, Dr Gilaad Isaacs. Ayeye!

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01:24:59

Nhlamulo Ndhlela: MK Party, Jacob Zuma, SA budget,...

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2025/05/20

MK Party spokesperson and MP Nhlamulo Ndhlela joins us for a conversation on the state of South African politics. From claims of election rigging to behind-the-scenes revelations about President Zuma’s political strategy, Ndhlela shares untold stories of MK’s rise, the ANC-DA coalition, and why the ANC has “the DNA of racists.”

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31:59

SMWX Recap: Bheki Cele on Zuma Arrest, Lindiwe Zulu...

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2025/05/18

We cover all the highlights on SMWX this week. Featuring: Bheki Cele, Lindiwe Zulu and thoughts on the unjustified ejection of Sihle Lonzi from a parliamentary committee.

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01:25:35

Lindiwe Zulu: 49 ‘refugees’, Trump-Ramaphosa, ‘GNU’,...

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2025/05/16

ANC veteran and former minister Lindiwe Zulu joins us for an unfiltered conversation about her life in exile, her time in Umkhonto weSizwe, and the evolution of South African politics. Zulu shares untold stories of underground activism, her role in international diplomacy, and her views on the ANC’s coalition with the DA.

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01:08:07

Bheki Cele: July unrest, Jacob Zuma & MKP, GNU, Crime...

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2025/05/14

Former Police Minister and long-time ANC figure, Bheki Cele is today's guest. In this rare and revealing interview, Cele opens up about his controversial time in office, reflects on policing under pressure, and shares insights into his relationship with former President Jacob Zuma. He speaks candidly about the July 2021 unrest, the threats he now faces post-office, navigating crime during one of the bloodiest tenures in SAPS history, and the evolution of the ANC from UDF days to now.

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