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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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125:06

Tony Forbes on AKA, Mkhwanazi, Bheki Cele, Grief,...

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2025/11/02

In today's episode, we sit down with Tony Forbes, AKA's father, to unpack his life, career and more!

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39:32

Tara Roos unpacks: Mkhwanazi, Ramaphosa, 'GNU', Helen...

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2025/11/01

After an interesting week of testimony in both the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee, Tara Roos joins us to make sense of the revelations this week and what they mean for South Africa.

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46:48

Eskom Chair Mteto Nyati unpacks: SA economy,...

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2025/10/31

In this episode of In THIS Economy? (in collaboration with Standard Bank Private), Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh sits down with Eskom Board Chair, Dr Mteto Nyati. Dr Nyati unpacks how Eskom has managed to turn the ship around loadshedding and energy security in South Africa. We further explore the South African economy and how Eskom plays a critical role in stimulating this economy.

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14:53

Witness C drops crazy Cat Matlala recordings

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2025/10/30

Today’s Madlanga Commission sitting took a dramatic turn as Witness C dropped an explosive recording of Cat Matlala speaking about his political connections. The audio pulled back the curtain on how power, policing, and politics may have intertwined—raising fresh questions about influence and accountability at the highest levels. In this analysis, we unpack what the recording reveals, why it matters, and how it could shift the direction of the commission.

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14:39

How Hawks interfered in KT Molefe arrest

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2025/10/29

We unpack today's proceedings in both the Madlanga Commission, where evidence around KT Molefe's arrest was given, and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee, where the next witnesses were being decided. We also explore the Motion of No Confidence tabled against Joburg mayor, Dada Morero

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15:54

Mathale rubbishes Mchunu's version

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2025/10/28

We unpack Police Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale's testimony at Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee.

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22:42

Matlala bail fails, Mbeki speaks out

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2025/10/28

We unpack the day's testimony at the Madlanga Commission from SAPS Head of Ballistic section, Brigadier Mkhabela. We also unpack Former President Thabo Mbeki's recent interview with Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi and what he has said about Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations.

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53:09

Mandy Wiener goes inside coalition: Ramaphosa,...

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2025/10/25

Acclaimed South African journalist, Mandy Wiener, joins us on SMWX to unpack her new book: The Deal. In this book, Wiener deeply explores the events surrounding the 2024 National Elections and the negotiations around the formation of Government that ultimately brought us the "Government of National Unity". Mandy goes into meetings that were held, WhatsApp conversations between leaders and more!

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31:38

Cele hits back at Mchunu's version

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2025/10/24

We unpack former Police Minister Bheki Cele's testimony in Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations.

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56:30

Prince Mashele speaks out: Mkhwanazi, Ramaphosa,...

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2025/10/22

Political analyst, Prince Mashele, unpacks the recent testimonies at the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee. We explore the consequences for South Africa and its future, the political landscape and for President Ramaphosa's legacy. We also explore the way forward, what needs to be done to make South Africa work.

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74:12

Lukhona Mnguni unpacks SA politics: Parliament,...

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2025/10/22

Political analyst, Lukhona Mnguni, joins us in today's episode of SMWX to unpack the testimonies at the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee. From "Witness A" to special-leave Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, the consequences for South Africa and its politics, President Ramaphosa and more.

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28:36

Terrible day for Mchunu in Parliament

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2025/10/22

We unpack Police Minister, on special leave, Senzo Mchunu's testimony in Parliament today. Mchunu was answering questions from Members of Parliament in the Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi.

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26:47

"Witness A" gives shocking testimony...

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2025/10/22

We unpack "Witness A"' testimony at the Madlanga Commission today. The witness was one of the investigating officers in the case of Armand Swart who was murdered in connection with work he was doing for Transnet.

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41:17

Tax the rich? | SA economy, budget, wealth tax,...

SMWX ·

2025/10/18

In today's episode of Economic Justice Matters in collaboration with the Institute for Economic Justice, we sit down with Lisa Mdutyana, Thoko Madonna and Prof Chandrasekhar. Together, we explore the introduction of a wealth tax in South Africa. Is it practical? Will it work? Let's unpack this and more...

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27:25

Matlala sends confidential Ramaphosa info to Hawks boss

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2025/10/15

We unpack the evidence that was presented by "Witness X" that revealed that Vusimusi Cat Matlala shared secret documents to KZN Hawks Head, Major General Senona. Among these documents include several identity numbers linked to President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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35:17

Ramaphosa admits knowing Maumela

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2025/10/14

In today's episode, we unpack Cyril Ramaphosa's answers to members in the NCOP, Ad Hoc Committee and Madlanga Commission.

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90:16

Crime analyst Thabang Bogopa unpacks: Syndicates,...

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2025/10/12

Crime analyst Thabang Bogopa joins SMWX to unpack the explosive allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi, and what they reveal about the deep links between politics, policing, and organised crime in South Africa. From Parliament’s inquiry, to the rise of criminal syndicates and cash-in-transit heists, we explore how crime networks operate — and why accountability remains elusive. A gripping conversation about the dark underbelly of South Africa’s criminal ecosystem, and what it will take to restore

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17:02

Sibiya and Maumela raided

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2025/10/09

It was a day of high-stakes takedowns: Sibiya’s home raided, Maumela’s assets seized, and fresh allegations of a covert operation by Senzo Mchunu’s chief of staff. All while Police Chief Fannie Masemola faced tough questions in Parliament. What’s the web of power, corruption, and accountability tying these events together? Join us as we unravel the connections.

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21:37

Mkhwanazi fields questions from MPs

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2025/10/08

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks Day 2 of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi has been questioned by Members of Parliament around his allegations made at his 6 July briefing.

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18:39

Mkhwanazi reveals evidence in Ad Hoc Committee

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2025/10/07

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks Day 1 of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi has finally starting giving testimony after a near 6 hour delay due to 'procedural concerns'

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