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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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69:37

Mighti Jamie unpacks: Mkhwanazi, Ad Hoc Committee, KT...

SMWX ·

2026/03/19

Mighti Jamie joins us on SMWX to unpack the fiery testimony of Lt Gen Mkhwanazi before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee. Mkhwanazi revealed amongst other things; a letter received from Matlala's cell mate at C-Max, details about the meeting with Cat Matlala and Senona and other explosive revelations.

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39:14

Mkhwanazi strikes back in Parliament!

SMWX ·

2026/03/18

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27:36

Masemola reveals one-hour meeting with Cyril

SMWX ·

2026/03/17

Sergeant Nkosi continued his testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. He was questioned on his conversations with Steve Motsumi, his alleged tipoff to Matlala about the police raid at his home and his supposed fandom of Lt Gen Mkhwanazi. We also explore SAPS boss Gen Masemola's testimony in Parliament, particularly his explanation of his meeting with President Ramaphosa.

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38:33

Nkosi exposed at Madlanga | Bester to appear at Ad Hoc?

SMWX ·

2026/03/16

Sergeant Nkosi testified at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and was questioned on his relationships with Zee Nxumalo, Shadrack Sibiya and Cat Matlala. We unpack his testimony and what it means for the bigger picture. We also look at Thabo Bester's request to appear before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee.

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28:44

Gucci, R70K and BBLs | South Africa's BROKEN police...

SMWX ·

2026/03/12

We've had more revelations coming out of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today as Maj Gen Shibiri continued his testimony. From luxury Gucci and LV purchases while taking loans from Cat Matlala; it was not a good day for the suspended Organized Crime boss. We also unpack new US ambassador Bozell's recent remarks and South Africa's reaction.

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27:05

WhatsApp links Shibiri and Cat Matlala

SMWX ·

2026/03/11

Major General Richard Shibiri testifies again at the Madlanga Commission. Shibiri was grilled about his relationship with Cat Matlala and Sergeant Nkosi, including a "loan" he received from Matlala for his son's vehicle repairs. Lets unpack this and more.

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24:17

Sparks FLY at Madlanga Commission

SMWX ·

2026/03/10

Suleiman Carrim continued his testimony at the Madlanga Commission today, in what will be remembered as one of the heated and most intense Commission sittings. We learned about additional R2M payments by Carrim to Matlala that he "supposedly" wasn't aware of, Justice Madlanga and Adv Bhana SC (Carrim's counsel) had an intense moment. In this humorous episode of SMWX we unpack it all and more. Ayeye!

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19:59

R10M to Matlala? Suleiman Carrim Questioned

SMWX ·

2026/03/09

Alleged businessman Suleiman Carrim appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Carrim was questioned on his relationship with Cat Matlala, Brown Mogotsi and Morgan Maumela, as well as transactions of money made among them.

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48:26

Nicholas Nyati reveals: DA succession, GNU, NSFAS,...

SMWX ·

2026/03/08

In this SMWX interview, Nicholas Nyati opens up about his journey from a small town in the Eastern Cape to becoming one of the DA’s rising young leaders. He speaks about student politics, why he opposed university shutdowns during Fees Must Fall, his push for more grounded and people-centered leadership in the DA, and why he is standing for federal deputy chairperson. The conversation also dives into the DA’s upcoming leadership conference, policy debates on gambling, teenage pregnancy, and foreign

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23:34

Motsepe answers ANC leadership race question

SMWX ·

2026/03/06

Sarah-Jane Trent testified in Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee until the wee hours of this morning, while Suleiman Carrim's advocate brought an application for his in-camera testimony on Monday. Patrice Motsepe, in an address to ARM shareholders, also addressed questions about whether he will be running for ANC leadership. We explore this and more in this analysis!

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18:55

US-Iran War: Major Global Energy Crisis?

SMWX ·

2026/03/06

Day 6 of the escalating US–Iran regional war is raising fears of a wider global conflict. In this update, we break down the latest strikes across the Gulf, Iran’s retaliation targeting oil infrastructure and US assets, and the growing political backlash inside the United States. We also examine how the conflict is disrupting global energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of a ground invasion in northwest Iran, and the wider economic consequences for countries from Europe to Asia —

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11:48

O'Sullivan apologizes for walking out on Parliament

SMWX ·

2026/03/05

Paul O'Sullivan appeared before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee again today and apologized for walking out on the Ad Hoc previously. He was grilled by MPs on various other issues too. We unpack this and more!

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18:28

More Updates: US-Iran War

SMWX ·

2026/03/05

We explore the latest developments in the US-Iran War and also have a look at global reactions, including from President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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16:42

Shibiri faces questions at Madlanga

SMWX ·

2026/03/04

Suspended SAPS Organized Crime boss Maj Gen Richard Shibiri appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today. Shibiri testified about his relationship with Cat Matlala and his work as the head of the Organized Crime unit, including some allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi. We explore his testimony and its links to various other witnesses that have testified before like Witness A and B.

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25:25

Latest Update: US-Iran Major War

SMWX ·

2026/03/03

We unpack the latest coming out of the geopolitical scene, in the conflict between the US and Iran. What are the consequences geopolitically and for South Africa? We explore this and much more. Ayeye!

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42:15

Makashule Gana unpacks: Gambling reform, Rise Mzansi,...

SMWX ·

2026/03/03

In this SMWX interview, Rise Mzansi MP, Makashule Gana breaks down what “hard work” in Parliament actually looks like — from delivering an unusually high number of budget-vote speeches to juggling committee work in a tiny two-seat caucus. We also unpack his political journey, explain why South Africans prefer parties cooperating over fragmentation, and detail why they’ve become one of Parliament’s most consistent voices on gambling reform. Finally, Gana explains Rise Mzansi’s strategic role inside

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26:24

US-Iran War: What's REALLY happening?

SMWX ·

2026/03/02

We unpack the US-Iran war that's happening and break down all that you need to know about it.

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60:18

Msaki & Jesse Clegg reveal: Entropy, music, grief,...

SMWX ·

2026/03/01

Musicians, Jesse Clegg and Msaki, join us on SMWX for a conversation about their new EP: Entropy which deals with themes of love and loss. We explore the music journey and what this EP means to them; we also explore the state of South Africa and its leadership crisis.

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54:34

Xola Nqola unpacks: Ad Hoc Committee, Ramaphosa, ANC...

SMWX ·

2026/02/28

ANC MP Xola Nqola joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation on the work of the Ad Hoc Committee, ANC renewal and succession, President Ramaphosa's appearance before Ad Hoc Committee, the rot in SAPS and more!

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22:45

Paul O'Sullivan storms out of Parliament | DA...

SMWX ·

2026/02/27

Paul O Sullivan walked out of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee while the evidence leaders were still busy asking him questions. Geordin Hill-Lewis and Solly Msimanga put their hats in for the DA leadership race. We unpack it all and more!

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