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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 1H 13M

Makin Sense Of Patrice Mostepe As Next ANC Leader, Rubio in Munich, EU/UK's Decline and US Midterms

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In this episode, the panel discusses whether Patrice Mostepe could be eyeing a run for the ANC leadership, Marco Rubio's speech in Munich, the EU and UK's latest economic data, and the situation going into the US midterms. Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Panel and Topics01:52 Patrice Motsepe's Resignation and Political Aspirations04:16 Motsepe's Background and Credibility05:59 Challenges of ANC Leadership and Patronage Networks10:43 Public Support and Potential for Motsepe11:49 Motsepe's Appeal to Disenchanted Voters14:24 The ANC's Political Landscape and Rival Parties17:51 Governance Challenges for Motsepe19:52 Economic Policies and BEE Considerations26:35 Energy Policy and Foreign Relations30:42 Transition to Marco Rubio's Speech at Munich Security Conference37:46 Reciprocity in Trade Agreements41:03 The Economic Landscape of Europe41:29 UK's Economic Performance and EU Relations47:35 Public Sentiment and Political Shifts52:48 The Impact of Midterm Elections01:06:07 Trump's Policies and Public Perception

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