Best NGC Podcasts (2025)

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Lukhona Mnguni weighs in: ANC NGC, succession, 2026 Local Government Elections, Ramaphosa, 'GNU' 12:08

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On the sidelines of the ANC's National General Council, hosted in Gauteng, we had a chat with friend of the show, Lukhona Mnguni about his reflections of the NGC and the road ahead for the ANC.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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ANC to investigate allegations of vote buying at Johannesburg conference - Radical proposal to block vote-buying on agenda at ANC NGC 19:39

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ANC to investigate allegations of vote buying at Johannesburg conference - Radical proposal to block vote-buying on agenda at ANC NGC. Mzi KhumaloAfrican National Congress Gauteng Provincial Spokesperson speaks to POWER Talk show Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Inside the ANC’s soul-searching NGC – vote buying, step-asides and succession 18:51

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An end to vote-buying at elective conferences. And a stricter step-aside ruling for those accused of corruption. These are just some of the party policy changes the African National Congress (ANC) is mulling over at its current National General Council in Boksburg. As our political reporter, Soyiso Maliti debuts on The Lead, the ANC takes a hard lo…

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BEST Analysis of 2025 | Mkhwanazi, Madlanga, Parliament, Ramaphosa, 'GNU', Ad Hoc 31:47

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So much has happened in 2025; let's take a step back and have a look at the Top 10 analysis episodes of 2025.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Revealing ‘Twatterbaas’, the X Boer who hasn’t posted since April 34:53

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You may be wondering these holidays, around the braai, “hey, I can’t remember but…” what set off the US Trump Administration in 2025 to punish South Africa with tariffs, a White House press ambush, and a ghosting at the G20 in Johannesburg? Well, not one factor, person or organisation is to blame for the supreme souring of relations between Washing…

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Protea fire blazes bright, the Boks’ amazing year and Afcon loading 33:51

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When, eventually, we peer back at the annals of South African sport in 2025, cricket will come out tops. That’s the argument from our News24 Sport editor, Lloyd Burnard, who believes the Proteas’ fire is blazing bright for both the men’s and women’s sides. Burnard joined The Lead in our new Cape Town studios to reflect on the sporting year that was…

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BEST Interviews of 2025 on SMWX | Mashatile, Wicks, Mashele, Gayton, Zille, Hersov, Forbes 32:34

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Let's take a trip down memory lane and review the biggest interviews of 2025 on SMWX!By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Off the Fence 40:39

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Matthew 2:1-12 I Andrew Murch I Off the Fence Matthew 2:1-12 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” When Herod the king heard this, he was t…

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Festive Fun or Festive Risk? Keeping Children Safe During the Holidays 24:47

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Child negligence during the festive season is a recurring and serious concern, as the period brings unique risks linked to travel, social gatherings, alcohol use, and reduced supervision. Below is a clear, factual overview of the issue, its causes, risks, and prevention strategies, with relevance to the South African context. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in…

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Inside the Deadly World of Hijacked Buildings: Tragedy, Crime, and Neglect 19:31

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Recent case studies illustrate the harsh realities of South Africa’s hijacked buildings crisis, including the Usindiso Building tragedy and the killing of DJ Warras, both of which highlight systemic failures, dangers, and the intertwining of crime and urban decay. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Urban Planner, Dr Tanya Zack. See omnystudio…

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The toll of Cape Town’s unending gang war 43:29

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The Western Cape gang crisis is at fever pitch. The latest stats show nearly 100 people were killed in gang violence every month for the past six months. Families are shattered, police detectives are strained to capacity, and trauma doctors are burnt out. We give the “War at Home” in Cape Town a face with journalist, Lisalee Solomons. Later, in our…

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Who killed DJ Warras and why? PLUS, meat prices soar 21:53

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Media personality turned businessman Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock tasked himself with restoring some order in Johannesburg’s maze of problematic, hijacked buildings. We look at why Stock, a former 5FM DJ and private security company boss, was shot and killed in broad daylight on a public holiday meant to celebrate our country’s reconciliation. Journal…

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Capitec: Stalking Giants 49:51

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In Capitec: Stalking Giants, top-selling business author TJ Strydom tells the gripping tale of a small team of entrepreneurs that turned a small microlending network into a challenger bank. With their luxurious head offices in Johannesburg, the giants disregarded the small Stellenbosch upstart. But once the new bank gained momentum and started luri…

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Coj Community Safety on DJ Warras killing and banning Street Bashes this festive season 21:03

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Radio and club DJ Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, was fatally shot in the Johannesburg CBD on Tuesday in what is believed to have been an eviction showdown. Reports suggest DJ Warras was actively involved with a security company conducting evictions when an unknown gunman walked up to him and fired a single shot. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in…

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China trade surplus tops $1tn for first time amid pivot to counter US lull 23:36

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China’s annual trade surplus in goods has topped $1 trillion for the first time, with plunging exports to the United States amid a tariff war more than compensated for by shipments to other markets, new data shows. Figures released by China’s General Administration of Customs on Monday showed the trade surplus for the first 11 months of the year hi…

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Ad Hoc Wrapped 2025 | Cele, Sibiya, Masemola, Nkabinde, Mchunu, Mkhwanazi, de Haas, Johnson, Matlala 39:57

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Let's take a look at the biggest highlights in 2025 from Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Pierre de Vos judges the judiciary in 2025. PLUS, KZN legislature chaos 27:50

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Have you clocked out for the year already? On the beach yet? Switched off? Well, constitutional law expert Pierre de Vos has, but not before giving us his last interview for the year. Touching on all his highs and lows for the judiciary in 2025, from one judge allegedly receiving church bribes – to IDAC’s Transnet corruption trial, De Vos weighs in…

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Reconfiguring South Africa’s Financial Architecture to Promote Development: The National Planning Commission releases a report identifying elasticity spaces 23:57

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A new report by the National Planning Commission (NPC) shows that there is a significant build-up of capital in the economy that is not being reinvested in gross fixed capital formation (GFCF), but which needs to be circulated through transactions to drive growth and development. 'The Transformation of South Africa's Monetary Architecture 1983 - 20…

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Madlanga Wrapped 2025 | Mkhwanazi, Mogotsi, Mchunu, Mashazi, Khumalo, Witness D, Chaskalson, Sello 39:10

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Let's take a look at the key highlights at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry this year. From Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's first testimony, to Brown Mogotsi's comical appearance; we unpack it all on this Madlanga Wrapped 2025 episode.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Expecting Unexpectedly 42:03

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Matthew 1:18-25 I Andrew Murch I Expecting UnexpectedlyBy Andrew Murch

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Chester Missing shares views: Mkhwanazi, Ad Hoc, Brown Mogotsi, Cat Matlala, Mchunu, Mashatile, GNU 44:15

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Chester Missing joins us for a hilarious episode of SMWX, and starts it off with a "Roast of Sizwe". Chester explores South Africa's political landscape from the Mkhwanazi allegations to Brown Mogotsi's appearance at the Madlanga Commission and more! Conrad Koch comes in afterwards to chat about puppetry, ventriloquism and more!…

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SANDF audit reveals only 27% of soldiers fit for duty/combat. 24:07

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Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Associate Editor of the Daily Friend, and defence analyst at the Institute of Race Relations, Ricardo Teixeira. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By POWER98.7

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Martin Kingston shares views: SA economy, Mkhwanazi, GNU, debt, GDP, Ramaphosa, Eskom, US-SA, G20 48:11

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Business leader, Martin Kingston, joins us on SMWX to explore the South African economy. Kingston unpacks the state of the SA economy and whether the tide is turning, referencing Eskom, Transnet, GDP etc. We also explore the allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi and their impact on South Africa.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Mbalula surging? Inside ANC NGC 34:13

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We bring you coverage from inside the ANC’s National General Council hosted in Johannesburg. We spoke to various senior leaders of the party about their reflections.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Can the black middle class save the ANC from collapse? 37:50

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The ANC is introspecting. If its National General Council is anything to go by, the continent’s oldest liberation party appears to be serious about reversing its sliding scale of victory. But the yellow and green giant forged in the images of Luthuli, Sisulu and Mandela cannot rebuild without the full support of the country’s black middle class, wh…

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40 years of COSATU 24:35

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POWER Talk host Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi speaks to Mike Shingage, Deputy President of the Congress of South African Trade Unions on 40 years of COSATU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By POWER98.7

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Unpacking the Danger: Why SIM Card Fraud Poses a Serious Threat to South Africa’s Digital Security 24:09

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Advocate Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of COMRiC speaks to POWER Talk host Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi on the Communications Risk Information Centre 2025 Telecommunications Sector Report which found that telecoms fraud, including Sim-swap, subscription and identity fraud, cost South Africa around R5.3-billion in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Pule Letshwiti-Jones exposes all: Witness D, Madlanga, Cat Matlala, Bushiri, Mkhwanazi 59:24

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eNCA Reporter and Award-Winning Journalist, Pule Letshwiti-Jones, joins us on SMWX to unpack everything that has been happening at the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's Ad Hoc. From Mkhwanazi's initial allegations in a press briefing to Witness D and his death. Pule lays it all and gives us in-depth details about what's in the public domain.…

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ANC and DA succession races – Didiza rising, Hill-Lewis waiting? 22:56

15d ago22:56

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The DA won’t be led by John Steenhuisen forever, and this is President Cyril Ramaphosa’s final turn at the helm of Africa’s oldest liberation movement, the ANC. While most of us have our minds on the beach at this time of year, News24 editor-in-chief Adriaan Basson has some very informed thoughts on who may or may not lead these two awkward GNU bed…

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Ramaphosa addresses ANC 17:15

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The ANC's 5th National General Council commenced today in Johannesburg and delegates from across South Africa are in attendance to engage in discussions around the ANC. President Ramaphosa addressed delegates, followed by a report by Secretary General Fikile Mbalula. We unpack this and preview what's expected in the coming days.…

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‘Vlam’ extinguished - why was crimefighter Marius van der Merwe killed? 19:56

16d ago19:56

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Nicknamed “vlam”, or flame in English, 41-year-old Brakpan crimefighter Marius van der Merwe was shot and killed last Friday at his home. It’s mere weeks after he, as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission, detailed an alleged 2022 murder cover-up involving deputy Ekurhuleni top metro cop, Julius Mkhwanazi. And it follows Van Der Merwe’s private secu…

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The Child Born King 46:33

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Isaiah 9:1-7 I The Child Born King I Andrew MurchBy Andrew Murch

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Tessa Dooms shares views: PKTT, Ramaphosa, Mchunu, Helen Zille, national dialogue, G20, ANC, Joburg 54:04

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Analyst and activist Tessa Dooms reflects on the political year we've had; from the G20 Summit to Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's 6 July briefing to Helen Zille running for JHB Mayor. Tessa also shares insights into what really happened to the National Dialogue and much more!By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Mchunu faces the heat 19:50

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Senzo Mchunu, suspended Police Minister, had a tough day at the Madlanga Commission today as he gave testimony on his disbandment of the PKTT. Mchunu was grilled by Justice Madlanga about the reasons he came to this decision and what processes he followed. We unpack this and what this means for the bigger picture.…

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Dlomo in the dock cracks open SSA looting legacy of the Zuma years 27:07

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Once upon a time, he was former president Jacob Zuma’s so-called super spy. Heading up a secretive sub-section of the State Security Agency, all in the name of only protecting number one: Umsholozi. But this week, the NPA’s no-holds-barred Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) unit arrested and charged Thulani Dlomo for alleged forger…

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Mkhwanazi gets slammed at Madlanga 14:11

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EMPD suspended deputy police chief Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and testified about the blue lights being installed in Cat Matlala's vehicles and other irregular contracts and appointments in Ekurhuleni.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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Families desperate as 17 SA men remain stuck in Russian conflict 26:20

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A resignation from Parliament. Charges and counter charges filed. Denials and disappointment. And still, nothing right now can return 17 men to South Africa who were unknowingly deployed to the frontlines of the Russia/Ukraine war. We get the latest from the man who broke the MK Party and Russian military saga, Iavan Pijoos, in our latest edition o…

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Duma Gqubule speaks out: SA economy, Anglo's SA exit, Eskom, GDP, inflation target, BEE, mining 42:09

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Economist Duma Gqubule joins us on SMWX to unpack a wide-ranging set of issues; from Anglo's exit from South Africa, to SA's economy and the obsession with targets that don't matter. Gqubule explores what the way forward should be for South Africa and how we need a growth target that will ensure 6% GDP for SA to get the economy going.…

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Gqeberha’s governance crisis: Who can fix the Windy City? 30:09

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Broken lamp posts, litter and a good ‘ol serving of corruption….It sounds like the standard recipe for any South African town these days, and Gqeberha’s been no exception under chaotic coalition rule. Political journalist Siyamtanda Capa is keeping a close eye on Nelson Mandela Bay these days as the DA stakes its claim for the ANC’s coveted mayoral…

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Mchunu braces for testimony 14:53

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Imogen Mashazi and Senzo Mchunu appeared before Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today and we unpack their respective pieces of evidence. Mashazi continued her testimony about the allegations she made against former Police chief Mapiyeye. We also explore the important questions for Senzo Mchunu in the coming days. Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, former E…

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Gogo Matshiqi unpacks: Cat Matlala, Mkhwanazi, Madlanga, Ad Hoc, Bheki Cele, Ramaphosa, G20 Summit 1:23:16

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Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi joins us to unpack the latest in the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee, Cat Matlala's testimony and allegations and President Ramaphosa's hosting of the G20 Summit.By Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

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South Africa bounces back into the imo council 22:27

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The Minister of Transport, Ms Barbara Creecy, and Transport Deputy. Minister, Mr. Mkhuleko Hlengwa, have announced the re-election of South Africa back into the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council at the 34th session of the IMO Assembly - held at its headquarters in London, on Friday, 28 November 2025. South Africa was a member of the…

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Mighti Jamie shares views: Cat Matlala, Madlanga, Bheki Cele, Mkhwanazi, Maumela, Parliament, James 58:10

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Mighti Jamie joins us to unpack the week that was in both Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations and the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Vusimuzi Cat Matlala testified before the Ad Hoc Committee last week and made some serious allegations including paying R500K in bribes to former Police Minister Bheki Cele.…

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Mayoral misleadings in Mafole murder? 21:56

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Greetings from Boksburg on Gauteng’s East Rand, Lead listeners...Today, we get an update from senior investigative journalist Sikonathi Mantshantsha on the murder of City of Ekurhuleni financial auditor Mpho Mafole. And how, clear evidence suggests, Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has publicly tried to draw links between Mafole’s murder and other City …

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In conversation with Former Acting National Police Commissioner 48:17

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Khomotso Johannes Phahlane is a former senior officer of the South African Police Service. He served in various roles over his career, including constable, detective, personnel manager, and later as head of the SAPS Forensic Services Division. He was appointed Acting National Commissioner of the police in October 2015 after the suspension of the pr…

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God’s Money Back Guarantee 48:14

24d ago48:14

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1 Timothy 6:17-21 | God’s Money Back Guarantee | Ryan MacDonaldBy Ryan MacDonald

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Cat Matlala's crazy origin story revealed 23:05

27d ago23:05

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Vusimuzi Cat Matlala continued his testimony before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's revelations. We unpack the allegations that Matlala has made today and the evidence he has presented before the Ad Hoc Committee. Matlala spoke on the kidnapping of Jerry Boshoga, his meetings and payments to former minister Bheki Cele…

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The Cat, the Hat and the Woolies shopping bags of money 25:51

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The Cat, the man with the iconic hat, and black Woolworths shopping bags filled with hard cash. Alleged attempted murderer and tender don Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala claims he showered former police minister Bheki Cele with R500 000 to try and get police investigators off his back. Senior parliamentary correspondent Jan Gerber and I distil Matlala’s evi…

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Cat Matlala speaks! 30:12

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Vusimuzi Cat Matlala has finally appeared before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's revelations. Mr Matlala has made some serious allegations including that he has paid former minister Bheki Cele R500K and that he met with Lt Gen Mkhwanazi regarding his SAPS R360 million tender. We unpack his evidence and what it means f…

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Indian fake news farm fuels Sassa lies. PLUS, probing ‘cheap flights’ 36:25

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How did an obscure northern Indian digital agency turn into a global fake news factory spouting all sorts of Sassa nonsense in SA? It’s a burning question that we discuss with our Disinformation Desk editor Andrew Thompson. Because even after being exposed for how it peddles completely made-up stories about SA last month, the Indian agency has doub…