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Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, former Constitutional Court Judge, joins us on SMWX to have a conversation about his early life, what drew him to the Law, his career as an advocate, and his many landmark judgements and court appearances, including the ICJ in 2004. In this episode, we get to know and understand the man behind the name and where it all truly began. Justice Madlanga also reflects on the...

Lukhona Mnguni returns to SMWX for a conversation with Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh about his campaign to become Johannesburg’s mayor and Rise Mzansi’s plans to rebuild the city. Drawing on stories from the campaign trail, he discusses the everyday corruption, crime and water shortages affecting residents, and why so many are losing faith in politics. He outlines proposals to stabilise municipal finances,...

Who is Cape Town really being built for? Brett Herron joins SMWX to unpack the city’s housing and affordability crisis, explain why he left the DA, and discuss his allegations about donor and property developer influence over affordable housing. He outlines GOOD’s proposals for building homes, reducing municipal tariffs and regulating Airbnb, while questioning whether residents are being priced ou...

Ekurhuleni Executive Mayor Doctor Xhakaza joins SMWX for a frank conversation about the city’s future ahead of the 2026 local government elections. He makes the ANC’s case for another term, outlines plans to revive manufacturing and establish a university, and responds to the Madlanga Commission revelations involving the EMPD. Xhakaza also addresses his fallout with the EFF, the removal of Dunga,...

MK Party MP Vusi Shongwe joins SMWX for a conversation about Parliament’s ad hoc committee, the Madlanga Commission and the political battles surrounding Feroz Khan. He explains why he believes Khan was shielded from appearing before the committee and questions Julius Malema and the EFF’s handling of the matter. Shongwe recounts a Durban meeting where he alleges he was offered money and cars, shar...

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh breaks down the latest election polls on SMWX, updating the picture of South Africa’s political landscape and the battle for control of its major metros. What do the new numbers suggest about the ANC, DA, MK Party, EFF, ActionSA and other contenders—and how has the outlook shifted? Sizwe examines where parties are gaining ground or coming under pressure, which races could deli...

Floyd Shivambu returns to SMWX for a conversation with Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh about Mayibuye’s first election campaign and his call for a new approach to coalition government. Predicting widespread hung councils, he argues that the largest party should take the mayor’s office . The discussion tackles Johannesburg’s financial and service-delivery crises, his support for the ANC’s candidate-list court...

Helen Zille returns to SMWX for a conversation with Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh about her campaign to become Johannesburg’s mayor and how she would tackle the city’s financial and service-delivery crises. She outlines proposals to fix the billing system, make procurement transparent and ring-fence water and electricity revenue, while working with Treasury and the presidency on Johannesburg’s recovery. Zi...

Acting Justice Tembeka Ngcukaitobi unpacks South Africa’s Constitution and Bill of Rights in an interactive lecture with learners at the Constitutional Court. He explains who the Constitution protects, the distinction between rights reserved for citizens and those enjoyed by everyone, and what this means for access to education, healthcare and protection from violence. Through practical examples a...

The Constitutional Court has given the ANC and its SG Mbalula a lifeline by granting them leave in the application against the IEC. We unpack the judgments and its implications.

Action SA's Cape Town mayoral candidate Dereleen James joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging interview ahead of the 2026 local government elections. James challenges the DA's record of governance under Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis, questioning whether Cape Town's reputation as a well-run city reflects the lived realities of residents in poorer communities. She outlines her plans to tackle gang violence,...

Former SAPS Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya's bail hearing continues in the Randburg Magistrate's Court. In the hearing yesterday, we heard a phone call recording between Mr M and Serge Cabonge where Cabonge made some serious allegations. In this episode we unpack the consequences of this recording and the Adv Madonsela vs Impeachment Committee matter before the Western Cape High Cour...

South Africa has world-class talent. How do we turn it into lasting opportunity? Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh hosts a panel featuring Siphiwe Tshabalala to explore the power of football, film, culture and storytelling to shape South Africa’s future. The panel was at the Brand South Africa's Nation Brand Forum. From Tshabalala’s iconic opening goal at the 2010 FIFA World Cup to the global influence of Sout...

Duduzile “Dudu” Zuma joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh on SMWX to give her side of her disputed expulsion from the MK Party, challenge claims that she controlled the organisation behind the scenes and reflect on her role in its formation. She opens up about her relationship with Jacob Zuma, her decision to leave Parliament and Duduzane Zuma’s political ambitions, while sharing memories of a childhood in...

Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma joins us on SMWX for an in-depth conversation about her life in the liberation struggle, government and African diplomacy. From her rural KwaZulu-Natal upbringing and journey into exile to Nelson Mandela’s call appointing her Minister of Health, she shares the personal experiences that shaped her public life. She reflects on confronting tobacco and pharmaceutical interest...

Herman Mashaba returns to SMWX for a conversation about his campaign to become Johannesburg’s mayor again and his plans to turn the city around. From fixing municipal finances and restoring basic services to reclaiming hijacked buildings and tackling corruption, Mashaba outlines his priorities, including a skills audit and a professional public service built on merit rather than political connecti...

In this episode of Week in Review, we unpack the Asylum Seeker drama that's been unfolding in South Africa, we give you the context and facts so you are able to make up your own minds. We also unpack the reports of former President Zuma being unwell and hospitalized as well as the Lungisa case that has brought defeat at the hands of the ANC.

Bongani Baloyi returns to SMWX for a conversation about his campaign to become Johannesburg’s mayor. He outlines his “one city, two plans” approach to stabilising municipal finances and restoring basic services before driving growth, including tackling water and electricity losses, investing in infrastructure maintenance and appointing a professional civil service. The discussion also explores tow...

The TRC Inquiry has been underway for a number of months now and it has been mandated to look into issues arising from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Former Presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki are expected to give testimony at this inquiry and in this episode we give you an overview of what the TRC inquiry is.

The 2026 Local Government Elections are around the corner in South Africa and in this episode, we unpack what the polls are telling us to expect on November 4th. From the situation in Johannesburg, Ethekwini, and other metropolitan municipalities; we break it all down on SMWX.

A SAPS forensic report has recently recommended that former Police Minister Bheki Cele be criminally charged for receiving benefits from Vusimusi Cat Matlala such as alleged cash payments, penthouse stays at no cost and many others. We unpack this and what it means for the credibility of those entrusted to safeguard public resources and policies. We also shift to the latest remarks by the USA's am...

Tumi Sole joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation about activism, accountability and the power of ordinary South Africans to shape the country around them. The attorney and founder of Country Duty reflects on his journey into civic activism, the role social media has played in mobilising communities and holding institutions to account, and the challenges of turning online outrage into mea...

Suspended Deputy National Commissioner Lt Gen Sibiya appeared at the Randburg Magistrate's Court for his bail hearing and some explosive recordings and WhatsApp chats around the allegations.

We unpack the latest coming out of the Madlanga Commission today, as Joe Sibanyoni concluded his testimony around the Shosholoza stokvel and his attempts at acquiring stakes in Putco busses.

Joe Sibanyoni returned to the Madlanga Commission today and had his evidence cross-examined regarding allegations around extortion and various relationships with Sindane and others. We unpack this and Lt Gen Sibiya's bail application appearance.