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Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh
SMWX
News Commentary
English
A journey into the heart of South Africa politics, through interviews and analysis, with your guide Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. Ayeye!
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100
22 April 2026
Nkosi denied bail | Nkhwashu explains KT Molefe relationship
Sergeant Fannie Nkosi was denied bail today, whilst Suspended Deputy District Commissioner in Sedibeng Brigadier Nkhwashu appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Nkhwashu was questioned on his relationship with KT Molefe as well as the movement of dockets in the Armand Swart murder case.
20 min
21 April 2026
Masemola appears in court | DJ Sumbody plot thickens...
Gareth Mnisi concludes his testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, Police chief Gen Fannie Masemola appeared in court and the story of DJ Sumbody's murder continues. We unpack all of this and the consequences for South Africa.
33 min
20 April 2026
Mnisi denies tender corruption claims
Suspended City of Tshwane CFO, Gareth Mnisi, has continued his appearance at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. He has been giving evidence around the tender awarding process at the City and his possible involvement in the outcomes of this project to the possible benefit of Sergeant Nkosi's brother.
26 min
19 April 2026
Dr Mmusi Maimane unpacks: BOSA, Unite for Change, GNU, Geordin Hill-Lewis, Joburg, Dobsonville
In this conversation, SMWX sits down with Build One South Africa leader Dr Mmusi Maimane to discuss Unite for Change, BOSA’s merger with the People’s Prosperity Movement, and what opposition politics in South Africa could look like ahead of 2029. Maimane reflects on coalition politics, leadership, the DA’s federal congress, Geordin Hill-Lewis, and whether South Africa needs a new centrist...
32 min
18 April 2026
MEC Tasneem Motara unpacks: RDPs, Helen Zille, Human Settlements, Gauteng, EFF, coalitions, ANC
In this in-depth conversation, SMWX sits down with Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements, Tasneem Motara, to unpack the realities of housing, politics, and leadership in South Africa. The discussion explores the state of mega housing projects in Gauteng, the challenges of spatial inequality, and the evolving approach to RDP housing. Tasneem also reflects on her journey into politics, the demands of...
1 h 5 min
17 April 2026
Gareth Mnisi interrogated about tender fraud
Gareth Mnisi, suspended City of Tshwane CFO, was testifying today at the Madlanga Commission. We unpack his testimony thus far and weigh in more on Julius Malema's reaction to his sentencing hearing. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi was also appointed as the head of the National Crime Fighting Task Team.
15 min
16 April 2026
BREAKING: Malema faces 5 years in prison
EFF leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to 5 years direct imprisonment by the East London Magistrate's Court this morning. Malema was trialed for the contravention of the Firearms Control Act and had been convicted on 5 counts. The 5 year prison sentence is inclusive of a 2 year sentence for count 2, which would be served concurrently to count 1's 5 year sentence. He has also been sentenced...
18 min
15 April 2026
Malema sentencing looms | Julius Mkhwanazi continues testimony
EFF Leader Julius Malema appeared before the East London Magistrate's Court today for his pre-sentencing hearing and will be appearing on Thursday for his sentencing. We unpack this and what it means for him and the organization. We also zoom in on the continued testimony of Julius Mkhwanazi at the Madlanga Commission.
29 min
15 April 2026
Julius Malema appears for sentencing
EFF Leader Julius Malema, who has been convicted for contravening firearm laws in South Africa related to an EFF rally from 2018, appears for his sentencing at the East London Magistrate's Court today. We preview this sentencing, what could happen and what this means for the EFF and South Africa's political landscape.
13 min
14 April 2026
Mkhwanazi exposed, Hill-Lewis meets Ramaphosa
Julius Mkhwanazi re-appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today and at the beginning of his testimony, was questioned about whether he misled the Commission in getting a postponement for his appearance. This postponement was requested due to the passing of his mother. We unpack this and the rest of his testimony, as well as Geordin Hill-Lewis' meeting with President Ramaphosa.
22 min