In this explosive live episode of SMWX, Dr. Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh delves into the shocking resignation of Floyd Shivambu from the EFF. Is this a crisis for the party or the beginning of a new political realignment in South Africa? We explore the reasons behind the resignation, the internal dynamics of the EFF, and the broader implications for South Afr…

In a heartbreaking incident at Overberg High School in South Africa, a tragic stabbing has left the community in shock. In this video, we delve into the details surrounding the events involving Grade 10 learner Deveney Nel, exploring the circumstances that led to this devastating act of violence. Join us as we discuss the impact on the students, fa…

In a dramatic turn of events, Johannesburg's Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda has officially resigned, marking yet another chapter in the city's tumultuous political landscape. Gwamanda, who served as mayor during a period of significant challenges, claimed that his administration achieved some of the best audit outcomes in years. But what does this really me…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh analyses the recently released statement from the Department of Home Affairs regarding Chidimma Adetshina’s citizenship. We also focus on social media reactions & Chidimma’s subsequent withdrawal from the competition. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/produ…

In today’s episode, we are joined by Prof JJ Tabane who unpacks his famous interview with Jacob Zuma that was not released, the GNU, opposition politics and much more! How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - h…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the recent viral story of televangelist Pastor Mboro and his arrest. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://li.sten.to/iT5TMeX 📻 Listen to the podcast …

In today’s episode, we are joined by Herman Mashaba to discuss his bid to remake Gauteng’s metros, the 2024 election and and the new coalition government. How to support: ' 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://li.s…

The ANC has expelled its former president Jacob Zuma. Zuma can still appeal. Also, the ANC seeks leave to appeal a judgment which denied that MK had infinged any ANC trademarks. We explore this and more. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://a…

In this episode, we delve into the controversy surrounding the recent unfair attacks on a Miss South Africa finalist. As tensions rise and opinions clash, we aim to uncover the truth behind the backlash and explore why these criticisms have been deemed unjust. Join us as we discuss the impact of the controversy on the finalist's journey, the public…

In todays episode we explore the possible leadership shakeup in Joburg led by a change of heart in ActionSA. We walls look at the GNU’s plans and the latest in the VBS trial. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my mu…

In today’s episode, we are joined by Prof William Gumede who was the Chairperson of the MultiParty Charter of South Africa & is the Founder of Democracy Works Foundation. He joins us on this episode to discuss the ‘GNU’ coalition, the economy, President Ramaphosa , opposition politics & much more! How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apart…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks who the successor of current ANC President Ramaphosa could be as the ANC heads to an Elective Conference in 2027. How to support: SMWX Black Hoodie: https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/shop 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook …

In today’s episode, we spoke to Members of Parliament, Ministers & Party Leaders as they react to President Cyril Ramaphosa's Opening of Parliament Address at the Cape Town City Hall. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Str…

In today’s episode, we are joined by TikTok sensation and current affairs commentator Darren Campher. He shared his journey to prominence, his views on the election and the GUN as well as concerns about privatisation and racism. The collab that many have been requesting is here! Ayeye! Contact us: info@smw-x.co.za…

In today’s episode, we explore the sordid VBS scandal, its origins, the explosive leaked affidavit of Tshifhiwa Matodzi, and its implications for various political parties and state institutions, from the EFF to the ANC, and from SARS to Treasury. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/t... 📚 L…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh looks at some if the recent developments in GNU politics, including Minister Gayton McKenzie's decision to release a list of artists supported by DSAC funding during Covid. Contact: info@smw-x.co.zaDi Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

In today’s episode, we explore the debate over whether Dr John Hlophe can serve on the JSC. Contact: info@smw-x.co.zaDi Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh explores the contours of opposition politics in the coalition era. What are the threats to the MK Party and EFF as they take over opposition politics in parliament, courts and through lawful protest? How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audi…

In today’s emergency episode, I explore the build-up to the new cabinet, the announcement, and all the questions that remain. Strap in, there's much to discuss! How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the latest developments in the coalition negotiations. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://li.sten.to/iT5TMeX 📻 Listen to the podcast - https://li.s…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the land question, from restitution, to redistribution and tenure reform. He explains why land reform should still be a key priority of nay future government. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the latests developments in coalition talks, President Ramaphosa's iminent cabinet announcement and much more! How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://l…

In today’s episode, we are joined by guest analyst - Mighti Jamie, who unpacks the coalitions, President Ramaphosa's Inauguration Speech, DA MP Renaldo Gouws' racist videos and more! How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stre…

In today’s episode, we are joined by astute political analyst uGogo Aubrey Matshiqi who unpacks the GNU coalition framework, Helen Zille and the ANC, the MK Party, constitution, National Dialogue and much more! How to support: SMWX Black Hoodie: https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/shop 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/p…

UCT constitutional law expert Prof Pierre de Vos joins us to discuss the constitutional intricacies of the ANC-DA agreement, Phala Phala and its legal implications, the SA constitution, and calls for a national dialogue. How to support: SMWX Black Hoodie: https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/shop 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuw…

In today’s episode, we are joined by academic - Dr Ntando Sindane, who shares insight into the ANC-DA coalition, new government, the Constitution, white privilege & supremacy and so much more! How to support: Purchase the SMWX hoodie - https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/shop 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/the…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh reacts to the recent coalition talks ahead of the National Assembly's first sitting tomorrow in Cape Town. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music - https://li.sten.to/iT…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks why the issue of Phala Phala will continue to haunt Cyril Ramaphosa, the ANC and the new "Government of National Unity". How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Listen to my audiobook - https://adbl.co/3ucxr5h 🎵 Stream my music -…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the proposal of a Government of National Unity by the ANC - contrasted to a Mulit Party coalition, the National Assembly's 1st sitting scheduled for this Friday, the economy and more. How to support: 📖 Purchase my book - "The New Apartheid": https://sizwempofuwalsh.com/product/thenewapartheid 📚 Liste…

Expert analyst Lukhona Mnguni discusses all the latest coalition dynamics following the 2024 election. Will there be a GNU, or just a traditional coalition? He also addresses all the build-up to the first sitting of parliament. Ayeye!Di Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

In today’s episode, we are joined by Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, who unpacks the 2024 Election Results, exploring potential coalition arrangements, and the forming of a new government. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. 2024 election results 2. Coalitions 3. Forming government 💡 Special Guest - Aubrey Matshiqi: Astute Political Analyst & Researcher. Speaker …

In today’s episode, we are joined by guest analyst - Tessa Dooms, who unpacks the potential coalition arrangements we might see. 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a community. Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s engage in meaningful discussions. Your voice is part of the change. 👍 Like and Subscribe: If you…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the possible coalition arrangements that we might see post-elections and gives a run-down of recent events. 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a community. Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s engage in meaningful discussions. Your voice is part of the change. …

In this latest episode, guest analyst - Mighti Jamie unpacks coalition dynamics as SA enters a new phase in its politics. 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a community. Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s engage in meaningful discussions. Your voice is part of the change. 👍 Like and Subscribe: If you find v…

I have a high tolerance for pain… physically and mentally… time to change that mental part.

n today’s episode, we are joined by guest analyst - Tasneem Essop who takes a deep dive into the ANC, DA, EFF and MK Party and shares some sentiment around this year's elections, the results & some consequences. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. ANC 2. DA 3. EFF 4. MK 5. 2024 election 💡 Special Guest - Tasneem Essop: Reseacher at SWOP - University of …

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh shares his final expectations for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections taking place across South Africa today. He shares some latest polls from IPSOS, SRF etc and analyses the averages across all the major polls. Lastly, some final expectations are shared ahead of the announcement of results later this…

In today’s episode, we explore statements by 3 South African presidents on the eve if the election—Thabo Mbeki, Jacob Zuma and Cyril Ramaphosa. 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a community. Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s engage in meaningful discussions. Your voice is part of the change. 👍 Like and Su…

In today’s episode, we are joined by, SMWX Legend - Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, who shares insight into the 2024 election, Jacob Zuma & the MK Party, ANC, EFF & DA, the media and so much more 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. Jacob Zuma & MK Party 2. Ramaphosa & ANC 3. EFF & DA 4. Rise Mzansi & other new entrants 5. Media 💡 Special Guest - Gogo Aubrey Matsh…

In today’s episode, we are joined by guest analyst, Tessa Dooms, who shares insight into the Patriotic Alliance and "the Coloured vote". 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. PA 2. Coloured vote 3. Effective campaigning 💡 Special Guest - Tessa Dooms: As a democracy, governance and policy expert; and her finger firmly on the pulse of SA's socio-political l…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh shares an election update that includes the recent polls from the SRF, provincial dynamics ahead of the election, final campaign activity and much more! 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. Polls 2. Provincial dynamics 3. Final campaign weekend 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a communit…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the Constitutional Court judgement that was handed down today in the matter regarding Former President Jacob Zuma's eligibility to be a Member of Parliament. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. ConCourt judgement 2. MK Party and consequences 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a co…

In today’s episode, we are joined by guest analyst, Mighti Jamie, who unpacks the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill that President Ramaphosa recently signed into law this week. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. NHI Bill 2. Similar policies abroad 3. Private healthcare & medical doctors 💡 Special Guest - Mighti Jamie: With his finger firmly on the p…

In today’s episode as we reflect on Africa month, we are joined by Associate Professor at UJ, Dr David Monyae, who shares insight into Africa as a global superpower & our footprint, the prospect of One Africa, One government, the new scramble for Africa, AFTA, SADC and much more! This episode is in partnership with Brand South Africa. 📚 Today’s Epi…

In today’s episode, guest analyst - Lukhona Mnguni, unpacks the race for Gauteng in the 2024 National and Provincial Elections 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. Gauteng: SA Landmark 2. ANC in Gauteng 3. Election campaigns 4. Coalitions 👥 Join the Conversation: We’re more than just a show; we’re a community. Share your thoughts in the comments below an…

In today’s episode, we are joined by COPE President, Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota, who unpacks his time on Robben Island, his days as a student leader under Apartheid, being allegedly sold out by President Ramaphosa and so much more! 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. Apartheid - Robben Island, Trial 2. ANC 3. Cyril Ramaphosa 4. COPE 💡 Special Guest - Mosiu…

In today’s episode, guest analyst - Tessa Dooms unpacks the recent election advert launched by the Democratic Alliance (DA) in which they burn the South African flag. Is it reckless? Is it another swart-gevaar tactic? Let's unpack this... 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. DA election messaging 2. Flag burning Advert 💡 Special Guest - Tessa Dooms: As a…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh previews the Constitutional Court hearing scheduled for today about whether Former President Jacob Zuma should be allowed to be on the MK Party List for Parliament this election. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. ConCourt hearing preview 2. Case background 3. Legal & political implications 👥 Join the Conversati…

In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh and guest analyst Mighti Jamie preview the Consitutional Court hearing scheduled for tomorrow about whether Former President Jacob Zuma should be allowed to become a Member of Parliament. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. ConCourt hearing 2. Zuma & MK Party 3. IEC 4. Contempt of Court 5. Special Remission 👥 Joi…

In today’s episode, guest analyst - Tessa Dooms unpacks Abahlali Basemjondolo's recent endorsement of the EFF, voter accountability and how to effectively use your vote. 📚 Today’s Episode Features: 1. Abahlali Basemjondolo 2. EFF 3. Voter accountability 💡 Special Guest - Tessa Dooms: As a democracy, governance and policy expert; and her finger firm…