A journey into the heart of South Africa politics, through interviews and analysis, with your guide Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. Ayeye!
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||
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Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh for a wide-ranging conversation on life after politics, South Africa’s political landscape and his renewed focus on civil society. In this joint broadcast between SMWX and the African Renaissance Podcast... more
The killings of women in Kempton Park and across Ekurhuleni have left families grieving and communities demanding answers. Why are women still unsafe — and what must change? In this SMWX analysis, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh examines the background to the k... more
The ANC took the IEC to the Electoral Court over claims that there were technical glitches that prevented them from submitting a number of candidates on their lists to the IEC. The Electoral Court has since ruled against the ANC. In this episode, we ... more
Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi joins Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh for a wide-ranging analysis of South Africa's political moment: the Madlanga Commission, Phala Phala, the ANC's crisis and the 2026 local government elections. What remains unanswered about the relationshi... more
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Podcasts have become very informative than mainstream news. And this podcast is one of the few best ones in the country. I watch/listen to catchup to what’s happening in the country through SMWX. Keep up the good work.
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South Africa3 months ago - Excellent coverage
Well done guys! So important! Thank you so much.
Apple Podcasts5SAdivaqueenSouth Africa5 months ago - Keep it Hlubi 🫡
I am absolutely loving the insightful content with the youthful guests who are very insightful thinkers like the episode with Amahle, for instance the perspective that Otsile brings is absolutely refreshing on an intellectual level. I love some of the analysis of episodes in which you are interactive with Oratile. I am just loving it fam.
Apple Podcasts4AdvocyTSouth Africa7 months ago - Fantastic Podcast
Very informative and thorough coverage of key developments across South Africa’s political landscape. Keep up the amazing work Sizwe and team 🙏🏾
Apple Podcasts5Ukmpk
United Kingdom8 months ago - A Thoughtful and Essential South African Podcast
SMWX is one of the most necessary and refreshing political platforms in South Africa today. It creates space for deep thinking, honest conversation, and critical engagement with ideas that shape our society. Thoughtful interviewing, strong research, and meaningful storytelling make this podcast a powerful contribution to public discourse.
Apple Podcasts5Ms. LeboSouth Africa8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #171 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  Italy/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #246 |  Germany/News/News Commentary |
YouTube | #3 | South Africa/Popular Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #29 | South Africa/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | South Africa/News/News Commentary |
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Rooted in fast-paced political analysis and in-depth interviews, this series centers on South Africa's current affairs through data-driven breakdowns, legal & constitutional matters, and candid conversations with thinkers, lawmakers, and public-interest figures. Episodes frequently tackle governance, accountability, economic policy, and social issues, often weaving historical context with contemporary developments to illuminate how policy shapes everyday life. A notable strength is the host's ability to translate complex political processes into accessible storytelling, while maintaining sharp, sometimes provocative takes that invite listeners to reconsider official narratives. The show is especially engaging for listeners who want critical... more
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1. Lord Peter Hain
2. Godfrey Lebeya
3. Dr Mike Masiapato
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5. Modibe Modiba
6. Velenkosini Hlabisa
7. Charles Molapisi
8. Vafa Naraghi
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