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title: "Watch — Inside a Zapiro Cartoon"
description: "In this video, Daily Maverick’s cartoonist Zapiro revisits a cartoon he published in December 2025, unpacking its symbolism and the political moment that informed it."
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published: "2026-02-09T19:27:02"
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# Watch — Inside a Zapiro Cartoon

> In this video, Daily Maverick’s cartoonist Zapiro revisits a cartoon he published in December 2025, unpacking its symbolism and the political moment that informed it.

By Zapiro · Published 9 February 2026, 21:27 SAST

## Key points
- Step inside the creative mind of renowned cartoonist Zapiro as he revisits a thought-provoking cartoon from December 2025.
- Explore the symbolism behind his artwork and the political context that shaped its message.
- The video offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and thought process involved in cartoon creation.
- Join us in supporting journalism that safeguards democracy – discover more about Zapiro’s impactful work.

## Content

[YouTube video: "YouTube video"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OEWcahQCnY)

Filmed by: Joel Seboa 
Edits and animations by: Joel Seboa 
Produced by: Emilie Gambade 
Creative lead by: Malibongwe Tyilo 
Sub-edited by: Robyn Leary

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