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We unpack the latest coming out of the Madlanga Commission today, as Joe Sibanyoni concluded his testimony around the Shosholoza stokvel and his attempts at acquiring stakes in Putco busses.

Joe Sibanyoni returned to the Madlanga Commission today and had his evidence cross-examined regarding allegations around extortion and various relationships with Sindane and others. We unpack this and Lt Gen Sibiya's bail application appearance.

Khaya Dlanga, author and commentator, joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation about grief and time, being asked by AKA to write his biography, his views on the state of South Africa and reactions to the Mkhwanazi revelations.

Bafana Sindane's evidence was presented by Adv Chaskalson SC at the Madlanga Commission today. In these chats, allegations of extortion, drug syndicates and many explosive information was laid bare. Sindane nor his lawyers were in attendance today, however the evidence was presented nonetheless. In this episode, we unpack the revelations from these WhatsApp chats and Feroz Khan's lawyers' brief appearance before the Commission this morning too.

BRICS has become the topical global power bloc that has everyone talking. Is this a real global shift in power dynamics? In this episode of Mzansi Way Makers in collaboration with Brand South Africa, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh sits down with Busi Mabuza, Chairperson of SA BRICS Business Council and the IDC. Its an in-depth conversation about her career, the recent BRICS Summit and how to get our economy moving in the right direction.

Suspended SAPS Deputy National Commissioner Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya was arrested this week, suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's house was raided and phone seized and many more interesting developments took place this week. In this 'Week in Review' episode, Otsile Nkadimeng and Oratile Kekana unpack what happened this week and preview the week to come. Feroz Khan is also expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission next week, with some evidence in-camera.

Sello Maake kaNcube joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh on SMWX for a conversation about his acting career, South Africa’s political direction and the responsibilities of fatherhood. From his experiences on Generations to playing Mufasa in The Lion King, Sello reflects on his journey through television and theatre, the frustrations behind leaving Generations and the importance of ownership and control over Black storytelling. He also shares his concerns about South Africa’s leadership and future, discussing the revelations surrounding General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and the Madlanga Commission. Beyond the screen and politics, the conversation explores masculinity, personal accountability and his relationship with his children—bringing together reflections on art, identity and the values we pass on to the next generation.

Has taxi-boss and Sibanyoni-associate, Bafana Sindane, dodged the Madlanga Commission? Sindane's legal representatives applied for a postponement at the Commission, citing medical reasons and a "spiritual seclusion" as reasons that necessitated the postponement. The Commission granted the postponement until Monday next week and Sindane is expected to give evidence then. Cat Matlala's wife, Tsakani Matlala, was also arrested a day ago and we unpack this and more!

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner, Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya, appeared before the Randburg Magistrate's Court on charges of alleged sexual assault. We unpack this and the withdrawal of charges against suspended National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola.

Joe Ferarri Sibanyoni appeared befoe the Madlanga Commission again today and continued reading his statement into the record. In this episode, we unpack his testimony and what it means for the bigger picture and allegations that Gen Mkhwanazi made on July 6th 2025.