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

SMWX Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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    • 4.9 • 35 Ratings

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

    IFP President Velenkosi Hlabisa on AmaZulu Royal Succession, Zuma & MK Party, Steenhuisen, ANC, KZN

    IFP President Velenkosi Hlabisa on AmaZulu Royal Succession, Zuma & MK Party, Steenhuisen, ANC, KZN

    In today’s episode, we are joined by IFP President Velenkosi Hlabisa who shares insight into the Multiparty Charter, the Zulu Royal Family, 2024 elections and so much more!
    📚 Today’s Episode Features:
    1.AmaZulu Royal Succession
    2. Multiparty Charter
    3. 2024 elections and coalitions
    4. Zuma & MK Party
    5. KZN violence
    💡 Special Guest - Velenkosi Hlabisa: Inkatha Freedom Party President & Member of Parliament
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    • 46 min
    Jan Moganwa on Jacob Zuma, Julius Malema, ANC-EFF-MK coalition, Moonshot Pact, CITIZANS, Ramaphosa

    Jan Moganwa on Jacob Zuma, Julius Malema, ANC-EFF-MK coalition, Moonshot Pact, CITIZANS, Ramaphosa

    In today’s episode, we are joined by CITIZANS National Leader, Jan Moganwa, as he shares insight into the political party dynamics & role players leading up to the elections & the various permutations that we could see arise from coalitions.
    📚 Today’s Episode Features:
    1. ANC at 65%
    2. Moonshot Pact
    3. ANC-EFF-MK coalition
    4. CITIZANS
    💡 Special Guest - Jan Moganwa: Former Chief Executive: Retail Banking at ABSA, Former CEO of Old Mutual Finance, Former Group Executive: Customer Engagement at African Bank, Former Chief Officer: Digital Services at Telkom, Former COO at MSG Africa and has held key roles at institutions like Standard Bank, Liberty Life and Barclays Group Limited. He is now the National Leader of CITIZANS, a platform aimed at encouraging more South Africans to participate in democracy.
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    • 1 hr 7 min
    Mmusi Maimane on Julius Malema, John Steenhuisen, Cyril Ramaphosa, Jacob Zuma & MK Party, 2024 vote

    Mmusi Maimane on Julius Malema, John Steenhuisen, Cyril Ramaphosa, Jacob Zuma & MK Party, 2024 vote

    In today’s episode, we are joined by the leader of Build One South Africa (BOSA) Mmusi Maimane to preview the 2024 election, explore coalition dynamics and look ahead to a potential SA government outside the ANC.
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    • 58 min
    Why Western Cape Independence is Foolish and Delusional…

    Why Western Cape Independence is Foolish and Delusional…

    In today’s episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the bankruptcy of Western Cape independence. We explore the philosophical and legal shortcomings of the idea and its practical impossibility.
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    • 23 min
    Jacob Zuma's MK Party scores another victory over the ANC in court

    Jacob Zuma's MK Party scores another victory over the ANC in court

    We explore the MK Party's significant courtroom victory over the ANC in a trademark dispute. We outline the case's context, dissect the legal arguments, and analyze the court's decision. Our experts discuss the ruling's impact on South Africa's political and legal landscapes, exploring its implications for both parties involved. Tune into SMWX for a concise and insightful examination of this key case.

    • 18 min
    Chris Hani: the tragic story of a liberation icon

    Chris Hani: the tragic story of a liberation icon

    In today’s episode, we explore the inspirational and tragic life of Martin Thembisile “Chris” Hani—anti-apartheid hero.
    📚 Today’s Episode Features:
    - Hani’s early early life
    - His rise as a young radical
    - His rise to ANC leader
    - His rise to iconic status
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    • 45 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
35 Ratings

35 Ratings

Lee_Diniso ,

Great Show. The sound has gotten better

Thank you for improving the sound Siz. I listen to your Podcast episodes using headphones so I struggled in the past. I’m happy that you’ve resolved this

Best regards

AdvocyT ,

Keep it Hlubi 🫡

Appreciate your work Hlubi so much. Continue to do what you do best mfondini and invite Dr Lwazi Lushaba as well to add on these already valuable insights that we continue to reap from this platform. Ayeye!

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