I caught up with Lizeka Tandwa, senior journalist at Mail&Guardian. We talked about the upcoming ANC Conference, the reemergence of former President Thabo Mbeki, Paul Mashatile's rise to power, and more.

I caught up with Mpho Phalatse, Johannesburg Major. We talked about fighting the motion of no-confidence tabled against her, coalition politics in Johannesburg, the 2024 elections and many more.

I caught up with Nkululeko Nkewu, creator of iDiski TV and Nkululeko n Cultr. We talked about building a youtube channel, growing platforms on YouTube, the intersection of sports, politics, and culture and so much more.

I caught up with Bongani Baloyi, former mayor of Midvaal and Chairperson of ActionSA in Gauteng. We talked about the coalition agreement in Gauteng, possible scenarios to balance the coalition moving forward, negotiations within the agreement, leaving the DA, and many more.

I caught up with Makashule Gana, South African Politician. We talked about his departure from the Democratic Alliance, building a new political formation, raising funds, and creating new hope for South Africans.

I caught up with Rebone Tau, political analyst and author. We talked about the upcoming ANC conference and possible power shifts happening in the ANC.

I caught up with Mmamoloko Kubayi, Minister of Human Settlements. We discussed “generational mix” in the ANC, calls for her to become ANC DP, and recent comments made by business person Rob Hersov.

In this episode, I analyse the response to the Phala Phala saga and the latest developments.

No event exposes South Africa's fault-lines like Marikana: from racial inequality to police brutality; and from governmental breakdowns to corporate impunity. This week on SMWX I reflect on the tenth commemoration of Marikana.

I caught up with Duduetsang Mmeti, Communications Officer for Defend Our Democracy. We talked about their conference for democratic renewal and continue the conversation about South Africa's political future.