Khanya Bonani, US Tariffs, Corruption, Bree Street Tender, AGOA

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Dive into the SHADIEST headlines with us! In this electrifying episode of **The Shady PHodcast**, we sit down with social scientist **Khanya Bonani** to unpack the big news shaking South Africa. From global trade wars to local government shake-ups and a blockbuster police inquiry, nothing is off limits. Get ready for sharp insights, hot takes, and the real story behind the headlines.

**What’s inside this episode?**

* **US-SA Trade Showdown:** Why did the US slap *30% tariffs* on South African cars, citrus and more? We break down Trump’s **“America First”** play, the fate of AGOA’s duty-free perks, and the impact on SA jobs, prices, and industries.
* **Gauteng Government Shake-Up:** What prompted Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s sweeping reshuffle of department heads? Khanya and I explain the **damning audit reports** (R1.8 billion unspent!), corruption cracks, and how this political reset could affect service delivery across Gauteng.
* **R147M SAPS Inquiry Unpacked:** Who’s behind this massive police commission of inquiry? We dive into the whistleblower drama in KZN, the allegations of political interference, and what **Judge Madlanga’s probe** means for law enforcement credibility in SA.

From threatened jobs and rising prices, to corruption crackdowns and political drama, we cover it ALL. Tune in for expert analysis and real talk — no fluff, just facts.
6 Aug English Explicit South Africa Society & Culture · Entertainment News

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