Best Mohale Podcasts (2026)

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Ramaphosa safe… for now: Experts say he’s a skilful politician and contenders want him to stay 59:18

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Cyril Ramaphosa remains one of the most skilful politicians in the ANC, analysts say, despite party turmoil. His ability to manage the Government of National Unity (GNU) and counter critics has kept him firmly in power, at least for now.Leadership decisions are heavily influenced by party power brokers and the intellectual capital that once guided …

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‘G20 is bigger than Trump’: Bonang Mohale on SA’s global moment, US snubs, and why redress still matters 52:54

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As South Africa hosts the G20 Leaders’ Summit this weekend, business leader and G20 Sherpa Prof Bonang Mohale says the world’s focus should extend far beyond the drama surrounding US President Donald Trump’s expected absence.Mohale, who served as South Africa’s G20 negotiator (“Sherpa”), argues that the summit represents a pivotal opportunity for S…

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Floyd Shivambu on Malema split, MK ‘betrayal’, VBS money and future of SA politics 1:10:25

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Afrika Mayibuye Movement leader Floyd Shivambu sits down with Sunday Times deputy editor Mike Siluma to reflect on his political journey from the ANCYL to the EFF, why he broke with Julius Malema, and the fallout from his stint in the MK Party. He responds to lingering questions about the VBS scandal, his meeting with Bushiri, and his expulsion fro…

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Episode 51 Gen Z-led Violent Regime Change in Nepal 32:27

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India Rising: Strategic Affairs Conversations with Mohal and Kishor @mohaljoshi @veggiediplomat A seemingly innocuous crackdown on social media apps in Nepal led to deadly Gen Z protests spiraling out of control eventually leading to a regime change in Kathmandu marred by bloody riots and elimination of the old political guard. An interim administr…

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Nomvula Mokonyane on political awakening, GNU, Zuma’s ‘betrayal’ and presidential ambitions 1:00:40

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ANC first deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane sits down with Mike Siluma to discuss how the Catholic Church shaped her political awakening, why she believes the DA is destabilising the GNU and why Jacob Zuma’s breakaway to form MK was “an act of betrayal.” She also opens up about her personal journey and whether she’s ready to run for ANC pr…

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National dialogue: How much time does SA have before frustration boils over? 47:26

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The launch of the national dialogue has reignited debate about whether the process can genuinely help fix the country’s problems or it is just another stage to advance elite interests.Political analyst and Public Affairs Research Institute executive director Dr Sithembile Mbete says dialogue has been a recurring theme in South Africa’s democratic j…

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An eroded NEC – Malusi Gigaba speaks out 1:34:14

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Long standing NEC member Dr Malusi Gigaga has hit out at the party arguing that it is yet to start fulfilling its ambition to renew itself Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.By TimesLIVE Podcasts

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‘All my office furniture was made by prisoners’: Groenewald pushes for hard labour, deportations 54:45

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Correctional services minister Pieter Groenewald wants inmates to grow food, make clothing, bake bread and work in factories to save taxpayers hundreds of millions of rand and promote rehabilitation.“All [prison] uniforms are produced by inmates. All the furniture in my offices — Cape Town and Pretoria — has been manufactured by inmates, so it's mu…

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'Sometimes rules are an obstacle': Firoz Cachalia talks Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and new job 47:17

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Soon-to-be acting police minister Firoz Cachalia has questioned KwaZulu-Natal police chief Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s decision to bypass reporting lines, but says rules can sometimes be an obstacle. In an exclusive Sunday Times Politics Weekly podcast interview, Cachalia said he was “surprised and shocked” by Mkhwanazi’s bombshell remarks, which i…

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Episode 50 India Strikes Back Deep Inside Pakistan 1:22:45

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Episode 50 India Strikes Back Deep Inside Pakistan by Mohal Joshi & Kishor NarayanBy Mohal Joshi & Kishor Narayan

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Episode 49 How will India respond to Pahalgam Terror Attack? 1:12:35

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India Rising: Strategic Affairs Conversations with Mohal and Kishor @mohaljoshi @veggiediplomat 26 people including 25 Hindus were massacred by Pakistan based terrorists in Pahalgam in Hamas style swoop attack.Cover tune: Hand In Hand by Nicolai Heidlas | https://www.nicolai-heidlas.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Attributi…

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Episode 48 Trump Takes On The World With Tariffs - Tumultuous Times Ahead 45:48

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India Rising: Strategic Affairs Conversations with Mohal and Kishor @mohaljoshi @veggiediplomat US President Donald Trump has unleashed a wave of sweeping tariffs on many countries in a bid to correct trade imbalances that US has with these countries. Even before the tariffs could see the light of the day, he has announced a 90 day pause for all co…

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The cost of protest in South Africa 27:18

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Protesting in South Africa comes at a price, sometimes a deadly one. From Sharpeville to today’s crackdowns, the state’s response to dissent has often been force, not dialogue. As the country marks Human Rights Day, the question remains: Why does standing up for basic rights still come with heavy consequences? In this episode of the Sunday Times Po…

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How the ANC in Gauteng will be fixed 1:11:12

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The Sunday Times’ Lizeka Tandwa spoke to Gauteng PTT coordinator Hope Papo about how they intend to turn around the party’s fortunes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By TimesLIVE Podcasts

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Episode 5 | Purpose-Driven Leadership - With Jeanette Marais, CEO Of Momentum Group. 1:10:47

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The Power of Purpose – Why purpose-driven leadership leads to real impact. In this powerful episode of The Leadership Pulse, Marlinie Ramsamy, CEO of Franklin Covey South Africa, sits down with Jeanette Marais, CEO of Momentum Group, a trailblazer redefining leadership in financial services. Jeanette is not only leading a financial powerhouse but a…

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Episode 47 Modi's masterclass in dealing with the "dealmaker" Trump but Zelenskyy falters! 50:19

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India Rising: Strategic Affairs Conversations with Mohal and Kishor @mohaljoshi @veggiediplomat US President Donald Trump is busy ever since his inauguration working on cutting deals with world leaders. Narendra Modi in his first visit to Washington DC since Trump's return showed how exactly to deal with Donald Trump and massage his ego. Even CNN t…

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Episode 4 | Empowering Leadership - With Prof Bonang Mohale On Purpose, Transformation And Legacy. 1:32:34

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Empowering Leadership - With Prof Bonang Mohale On Purpose, Transformation, And Legacy In this inspiring episode of The Leadership Pulse, we sit down with the renowned Prof. Bonang Mohale, a celebrated leader, author, and transformation advocate. Join us as he delves into the core of purposeful leadership, the power of transformation, and the legac…

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Dlamini-Zuma shoots down GNU, turns on MK Party 1:22:36

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ANC heavyweight Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has expressed her disapproval of the government of national unity (GNU), saying that if it had been up to her, the ANC would not have formed a government with the DA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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'I will take back my ANC to honour our ancestors' — Jacob Zuma 49:18

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ormer president Jacob Zuma has laid out details of an audacious plan to “take back my ANC', by uniting “black” parties under his MK party banner and recapturing the leadership of the party, which he said had “deviated from our ancestors”. He spoke to Sunday Times politics editor Sibongakonke Shoba about various topics, including the formation of th…

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Khama wants probe into public finances after Masisi’s ousting 20:57

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Former Botswana leader Ian Khama has called on the country’s new president, Duma Boko, to launch an investigation into the ousted Mokgweetsi Masisi’s use of government finances during his period in power. Khama says he feels responsible for the 'dictatorship' that ensued after Masisi took power. The former president was in conversation with Sunday …

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'It's a coalition – the ANC knew it would go with the DA' 35:02

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Prof Susan Booysen says the government of national unity (GNU) is a coalition with the DA but the ANC invited other parties to avoid political trouble. The Wits emeritus professor and independent research consultant explored the survival prospects of the GNU and the changed terrain in which all political parties are having to find their way. She jo…

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‘White racists need trauma healing’: Thuli Madonsela 46:20

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Former public protector Thuli Madonsela believes white racists should be helped to heal so they don’t wound others. She joined Sunday Times deputy editor Mike Siluma in conversation after she set the cat among the pigeons with a post on her X account suggesting race supremacists need to be helped to heal from their post-transformation trauma. Madon…

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Limpopo ANC secretary wants Cyril Ramaphosa to serve full term 53:47

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Just a week after President Cyril Ramaphosa reassured the country he intended to serve a full term in office, ANC Limpopo provincial secretary Reuben Madadzhe has come out in support of his continued presidency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin…

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ANCYL's Ngudle warns a revolution is coming against white South Africans if industrialisation is not achieved 1:20:39

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The ANC Youth League secretary-general has warned South Africa is on the brink of a revolution that will see young people rise up against white South Africans if the economy continues to be in the red.Mntuwoxolo Ngudle spoke to TimesLIVE Premium on the state of the economy, accusing the private sector of “treason” for failing to transform the econo…

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Episode 3 - Part 2 | Shattering ceilings to corner offices-Women leaders transforming the game. 46:15

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In this insightful interview, Nomonde White Ndlovu, the CIO of Bidvest Bank, shares her personal journey and practical strategies for navigating the challenges of being a successful woman in leadership while maintaining a fulfilling family life. Key takeaways from this episode: Prioritization and Communication: Learn how to effectively prioritize b…

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Zuko Godlimpi says his generation can revive dying ANC 1:10:12

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At the age of just 32 and with a possibly illustrious political career ahead of him, acting ANC national spokesperson Zuko Godlimpi admits that the prospect of inheriting a dying party keeps him up at night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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How we saved Eskom from collapse: utility chair Mteto Nyati 58:53

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A few months ago Eskom was the black sheep of public opinion, but last month we reported that the utility recorded its highest energy generation levels in six years. It’s not out of the woods yet — chairperson Mteto Nyati says they will execute remaining aspects of Eskom’s recovery plan. Nyati shares the formula they used to rescue Eskom from the b…

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Episode 3 | Shattering ceilings to corner offices-Women leaders transforming the game. 37:41

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In this insightful interview, Nomonde White Ndlovu, the CIO of Bidvest Bank, shares her personal journey and practical strategies for navigating the challenges of being a successful woman in leadership while maintaining a fulfilling family life. Key takeaways from this episode: Prioritization and Communication: Learn how to effectively prioritize b…

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'This ship [ANC] is sinking': Panyaza Lesufi 40:05

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Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi outlines promising economic plans that will “break the backbone of unemployment” like expanding the Gautrain for residents and plans the government of provincial unity has to make Gauteng a world-class province. Lesufi warns that the ANC is a “sinking ship” and speaks on the government of national unity. He exclusivel…

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Episode 46 Sheikh Hasina's Ouster in Bangladesh 1:03:00

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India Rising: Strategic Affairs Conversations with Mohal and Kishor @mohaljoshi @veggiediplomat Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled out of the country after a massive student uprising led to her iron rule coming to an abrupt end. An interim government under Nobel Laureate Mohammad Yunus has taken over amidst continued vi…