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Maps Maponyane: Elite schools, fame, racism, bullying, building a brand, media, classism, early life

In this month's 'Owning Our Wealth' series episode, we are joined by media personality and entrepreneur Maps Maponyane. Maps unpacks facing suspension in primary school to being bullied as a kid, Maps shares the raw, unfiltered truth behind his rise — and the challenges he’s faced along the way.

Ibrahim Traore: Africa's most important leader? (Deep dive)

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh delves into the rise of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso's interim president. We explore his unexpected ascent to power, his political strategies, and the broader implications for West Africa and the continent as a whole. Is Traoré merely a transitional figure, or could he be shaping a new era of African leadership?

Dr Imtiaz Sooliman: Gift of The Givers, 'GNU', July 2021 Unrest, Palestine, COVID, ANC-DA, poverty

Founder of Gift of The Givers Foundation, Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, unpacks the formation of the organisation, SA's political landscape, the work that Gift of The Givers has done in SA and abroad, Gaza-Palestine and more!

Simphiwe Dana: Elon Musk, Donald Trump, musical journey, 'Kill The Boer', Apartheid, TRC, BBBEE

Legendary musician Simphiwe Dana, who celebrates 20 years in the music industry joins us today! Simphiwe unpacks her musical journey, balancing political messaging and the artistic aspect of her music, 'Kill The Boer' chant -- is it acceptable?, Donald Trump and Elon Musk, racism and more!

Floyd Shivambu REMOVED as MK Party SG | Bushiri, Jacob Zuma, Duduzile, Parliament, Mighti Jamie

Floyd Shivambu's removal and redeployment from SG to Parliament. Mighti Jamie covers Shivambu's Bushiri trip to Malawi, MKP internal dynamics and more!

Zwelinzima Vavi: Starlink, Trump-Ramaphosa, ANC, Jacob Zuma, 'GNU', EFF, Polokwane, MKP, COSATU

Veteran trade unionist Zwelinzima Vavi unpacks South Africa’s political crossroads. From explosive claims about Ramaphosa’s White House visit and Starlink’s entry into the country, to sharp critiques of the ANC’s decline, coalition politics, and the myth of Zuma’s progressive legacy—Vavi holds nothing back.

Why Trump's bullying of South Africa will backfire

Discover how Trump’s Oval Office stunt could backfire — not just geopolitically, by alienating South Africa and the broader Global South, but also domestically, by exposing the fragility of the narratives pushed by his supporters.

Mkhuleko Hlengwa: AmaZulu royal succession, Trump-Ramaphosa, Transport, 'GNU', roads, Transnet, IFP

Deputy Minister of Transport and IFP spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of South African politics. From revelations about the Government of National Unity (GNU) to inside takes on coalition dysfunction, the AmaZulu royal succession, and the controversial Trump-Ramaphosa meeting.

Mmusi Maimane: Trump v Ramaphosa at White House, "white persecution" myth, Elon Musk, Rupert, Malema

BOSA Leader Mmusi Maimane joins us for an unfiltered breakdown of the most pressing issues in South African politics. From the diplomatic disaster at the White House with President Ramaphosa and President Trump to deep critiques of education, governance, and racial injustice.

Dr Gilad Isaacs on Budget speech, Enoch Godongwana, SASSA grants, 'GNU', SA economy, SARS, Treasury

Ahead of the new budget speech, we speak to progressive economist and Executive Director of the Institute for Economic Justice, Dr Gilaad Isaacs. Ayeye!