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EFF President, Julius Malema, appeared before the East London Magistrate's Court today for his pre-sentencing hearing in his fire-arm discharge case. We unpack the case and what it means for Malema, EFF and the South African political landscape.

SMWX Legend, Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, joins us to explore what the political year ahead could look like. In this conversation, Gogo Matshiqi unpacks the WEF in Davos and the statements that have come from global leaders, Julius Malema's pre-sentencing hearing and its prospective consequences for SA's political landscape, Robert McBride's testimony in Parliament, the Phala Phala ConCourt judgment and more!

Julius Mkhwanazi, Suspended EMPD Deputy Police Chief, testified before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations. We unpack his relationship with Vusimusi Cat Matlala and the improper MOU that was for the supply of vehicles to EMPD by CAT VIP Protection Services, a company owned by Matlala.

Former IPID boss, Robert McBride, appears before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee and answers questions from MPs. McBride is questioned about his relationship with Paul O Sullivan, his allegations against Lt Gen Mkhwanazi and more.

Former IPID head Robert McBride takes the stand in Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee hearings on alleged police corruption and political interference. McBride faces intense questioning from MPs over accusations he colluded with private investigator Paul O’Sullivan to target senior police officials and undermine processes within law enforcement. The high-profile testimony comes as the committee grills witnesses in a broader probe into allegations of graft and misconduct in South Africa’s justice system. Viewers will get a close look at McBride’s responses, parliamentary cross-examination, and what his evidence could mean for accountability and policing reform.

Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee resumes hearings this week; Robert McBride (former IPID boss) and Julius Mkhwanazi (Suspended EMPD Deputy Police Chief) are expected to testify and be questioned by MPs. Ekurhuleni Mayor, Doctor Xhakaza, was allegedly placed at the crime scene of murdered DJ in 2023. We unpack this and more in today's analysis!

Former acting SAPS boss, Lt Gen Phahlane testified before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee yesterday and in his evidence, he testified about his dismissal from office by former police minister Fikile Mbalula, his working relationship with Richard Mdluli and an alleged plot to overthrow him which included Robert McBride, Paul O Sullivan and other journalists in the media space.

Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations resumes today and we preview the appearance of former acting SAPS National Commissioner, Khomotso Phahlane, and Crime Intelligence boss, Dumisani Khumalo. We also unpack the DA's investigation into John Steenhuisen and Deon George. They have been accused of bringing the party into disrepute.

Adv Muzi Sikhakhane, one of South Africa's best legal minds, joins us on SMWX to unpack his idea of a 'Black People's Convention' to reshape and transform South Africa and the livelihoods of the poor. He also unpacks a new constitution and previews his version of a preamble.

The Debrief Network's founding editor, Qaanitah Hunter, joins us to preview what to watch out for in the South African political landscape in 2026. From the DA's national congress where a new leader will be elected, to the Madlanga Commission, the appointment of the NPA's National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), the Local Government Elections coming up and more!

In 2026, the Local Government Elections will be taking place in South Africa and in this episode we highlight the 5 important municipalities that will be hotly contested in this election. Who will emerge?

Global politics have been shaken in the last few days as US President Donald Trump has bombed Venezuela and captured its President Maduro. In this first analysis episode of 2026, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks what is happening and what it means for the global political landscape.

DA's Retief Odendaal is running for Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Mayor and he joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation on his background, law interest, experience as a councillor in the metro, DA internal dynamics and more.

Academic and author, Prof Bongani Ngqulunga, joins us on SMWX to explore his new book: Under Smuts' rule - a deep dive into Jan Smuts and his legacy as Prime Minister. Prof Ngqulunga has also authored: The Man Who Founded The ANC, a book about Pixley ka Isaka Seme.

After an eventful political year in 2025, we explore what to watch out for in 2026. The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee will resume and continue to hear witness testimonies, but also the DA is having its congress and will elect its new leadership. The Local Government Elections could be taking place between the end of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. Could we see a repeat of the budget drama like last year? We explore all of this and more, and what the consequences for South Africa are.

We asked you to submit your questions and in this episode, Sizwe answers them all! From football, to whether he'd consider running for political office; Sizwe unpacks some of the details you might not know!

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes and into the funniest moments on the SMWX set. From guests sleeping mid-interview, to many re-takes because the crew can't stop laughing, we bring you all of this from 2025.

Exploring the Top 5 books that you need to read to understand SA’s history and political landscape.

In South Africa's political landscape, 2025 has not been short of a rollercoaster of a year. We started off the year with uncertainty over Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi's place in the EFF and his subsequent exit from politics, to the drama in the Oval Office between South Africa and the US, to chaos over the budget to vote and many more moments. Let's unpack these and more, in this review episode of the 2025 political year.

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

Let's take a trip down memory lane and review the biggest interviews of 2025 on SMWX!

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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 EMPD boss, is expected to appear before the Commission tomorrow.

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.

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.

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 and more.

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 for the bigger picture.

We unpack today's proceedings in the Madlanga Commission, where more evidence around KT Molefe's takedown operation was given. We also zoom into Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee proceedings which are taking place from Kgosi Mampuru Prison in Pretoria.

Billionaire businessman Christo Wiese unpacks a wide-range of issues on SMWX. From his views about South Africa's GNU, wealth and building a successful business, South Africa's economy, foreign policy, Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations, Steinhoff, Marcus Jooste and more!

SMWX visited the G20 Leader's Summit in Nasrec, Johannesburg, to give you a an exclusive experience of the 1st G20 Summit on African soil. From behind-the-scenes tours to analysis from Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh, we've got you covered!

His Excellency Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, joins us on SMWX for our first sit-down with a sitting head of state. In this incredible conversation, HE Ibrahim speaks about life in prison, his relationship with President Nelson Mandela, GNU, G20 Summit and USA's boycott, BRICS and much more!

Brown Mogotsi's evidence was ripped to shreds by the evidence leader, Adv Chaskalson SC at the Madlanga Commission today. Mogotsi failed to take the Commission into confidence about how he know in advance about the PKTT disbandment, the handing over of dockets to Sibiya and various other things. We also look at the SAPS Supply Chain Management official's testimony in Parliament. Lastly, we also take a look at the recent news that the US is looking to attend the G20, after promising to boycott..

Today’s news featured two high-stakes sessions: Brown Mogotsi at the Madlanga Commission and Cedrick Nkabinde before Parliament’s ad-hoc committee. Mogotsi made explosive allegations of undercover service, bribery and foreign intelligence links in top police leadership. Nkabinde faced sharp questioning after inconsistencies in his sworn testimony about his connection to Mogotsi and meetings with the police minister.

Former Goldman Sachs Sub-Saharan Africa CEO and Chairman of the Youth Employment Service joins us on SMWX to unpack his early life, SA's economy, the Government of National Unity, ANC, President Ramaphosa's future and more!

Brown Mogotsi has started his testimony at the Madlanga Commission and it was fireworks! We unpack his allegations and evidence and what it means for the bigger picture.

In today's episode, in collaboration with the Institute for Economic Justice, we are joined by Kamal Ramburuth (IEJ), Chrispin Phiri (DIRCO) and Prof Jayati Ghosh to unpack the upcoming G20 Summit being held in South Africa this week.

Unpacking the intense testimonies coming out of the Madlanga Commission today from EMPD spokesperson Lt Col Kelebogile Thepa and Witness D.