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Aubrey Matshiqi: Mkhwanazi, deep state, Zuma, Phala-Phala, Sibiya, Mchunu, Ramaphosa, 'GNU', SAPS

In today's episode, we are joined by acclaimed political analyst and SMWX legend, Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, to unpack Lt. Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's bombshell allegations from his press briefing this Sunday. Gogo Matshiqi unpacks the 'deep state' and how it has infiltrated SA, possible implications of Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations, SA criminal justice system, GNU's response and much more!

Mkhwanazi blows open corruption in shock briefing

General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, KwaZulu-Natal’s top police official, has accused Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and Deputy Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya of colluding with organized crime. He alleges they dismantled a key task force investigating politically motivated killings—supposedly to protect drug cartels and business interests—and that state institutions including the judiciary and law enforcement are infiltrated by syndicates.

Judge Edwin Cameron: Thabo Bester reveal, SA prisons, death penalty, Zuma contempt, white genocide

Justice Edwin Cameron — former Constitutional Court judge and Inspecting Judge of Prisons joins us to unpack South Africa’s broken criminal justice system, the Thabo Bester prison escape, and the urgent need for reform.

Paul Mashatile speaks out: GNU, assassination attempt, ANC succession, News24, Lotto, Motsepe

In today's episode, we are joined by Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, for an unfiltered, in-depth conversation on the state of South African politics, coalition governance, personal controversy, and the future of the ANC.

More GNU Drama unfolds | Ramaphosa-Steenhuisen, Whitfield fired, Brian Molefe, Siyabonga Gama arrest

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks the recent GNU developments: DA 'withdraws' from National Dialogue and Whitfield fired as Deputy Minister. Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama arrested.

Can GNU bring economic justice? | SA economy, SASSA grants, National Dialogue, budget, ANC-DA

In today's episode, in collaboration with the Institute for Economic Justice, we are joined by Febe Potgieter (ANC: Head of Policy), Neil Coleman (IEJ: Senior Policy Specialist) and Sithembile Mbete (PARI: Executive Director) to unpack the GNU and whether it can bring economic justice.

Iran vs Israel: Ceasefire Implications

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks recent developments in the Israel-Iran War.

Prof Bonang Mohale: 'GNU', SA economy, Eskom, State Capture, ANC-DA, EFF, Trump, MKP, unemployment

Prof Bonang Mohale — UFS chancellor, author, and business leader — delivers an unflinching assessment of South Africa’s past, present, and future. From state capture and economic betrayal to coalition chaos, Prof. Mohale pulls no punches as he reflects on leadership, transformation, and the soul of the nation.

US Senator Chris Van Hollen: Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Iran-Israel, Afrikaner 'refugees', US-SA

US Senator Chris Van Hollen, a leading voice on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joins us for a deep dive into South Africa–US relations, Trump-era disinformation, and global diplomacy.

Iran hits back at Israel (analysis) | Netanyahu, nuclear weapons, USA, rising lion, Khamenei, Trump

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh breaks down the most critical and volatile geopolitical crisis of 2025 — the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. What began as a surprise Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities has triggered a fierce Iranian retaliation, plunging the Middle East into chaos.