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Kyle Cowan unpacks: taxi mafia, Madlanga Commission, Phala Phala, Mkhwanazi, Mashatile, Mafia Land

In today's episode, we are joined by Kyle Cowan, author of Mafia Land, to explore his book that he has written that unpacks the mafias that operate in South Africa. These mafias include the taxi, construction mafias etc and Cowan also weighs in on Phala Phala and the Madlanga Commission.

Khumalo vanishes, as Malema found guilty

In today's episode, we unpack the judgment handed down in Julius Malema's firearm discharge case as well as the Madlanga Commission's delay and week-long break that is coming up.

Khumalo drops WhatsApp bombshell

We unpack Day 8 of the Madlanga Commission, where Lt Gen Dumisani Khumalo, SAPS Crime Intelligence Boss and PKTT Project Lead, reveals explosive details to the Commission. Khumalo has made mention of a 'Big 5' criminal cartel operating in parts of SA. He has also reveal WhatsApp communication between Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala and the likes of Brown Mogotsi, Calvin Rafadi, EMPD Police Chief and more!

Jeremy Corbyn unpacks: Gaza, UK politics, Israel, SA ICJ case, Your Party, Keir Starmer

In today's episode, we are joined by UK opposition leader, Jeremy Corbyn, for an exclusive conversation on SMWX. Jeremy unpacks his thoughts on the situation in Gaza, SA's ICJ case against Israel, UK politics and current affairs and more!

Floyd Shivambu reveals plans: Mkhwanazi, Jacob Zuma, MKP, EFF, Afrika Mayibuye, Helen Zille

Floyd Shivambu tackles South Africa’s most pressing headlines, from the Johannesburg mayoral race and coalition chessboard, to the Mkhwanazi revelations and what they mean for crime, politics, and the state. We also press into President Ramaphosa’s leadership and the GNU’s future. Then, he explores the launch of Afrika Mayibuye Movement — its name, vision, and manifesto pillars. He closes with a candid reflection on why he left MKP, lessons learned, and where South African politics goes next.

Thuthukile Zuma speaks out: Jacob Zuma & MK, ANC, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Joburg, Helen Zille

In today's episode, we are joined by Thuthukile Zuma to unpack her early life and upbringing, navigating having two high profile political parents, why she thinks the ANC is worth fighting for, the state of Joburg and much more!

Helen Zille announces: Joburg Mayor campaign, 'GNU', Gaza, DA Congress, Ramaphosa, Mkhwanazi

The Democratic Alliance has announced FedEx Chair, Helen Zille, as their Joburg Mayoral Candidate ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Helen Zille joins us on SMWX to unpack how this decision was made, her plans for Joburg, her thoughts on the Israel-Palestine conflict, the GNU and President Ramaphosa, and more!

Masemola backs up Mkhwanazi at Madlanga Commission

Analysing Day 4 of the Madlanga Commission, we unpack Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola’s dramatic testimony. From his admission that he was unaware of General Mchunu’s decision before flagging concerns about Sibiya to the Minister, to his revealing exchange with President Cyril Ramaphosa, today’s session exposed the deep cracks and high-stakes tensions inside South Africa’s policing and politics.

Gogo Matshiqi speaks out: Mkhwanazi, Masemola, Madlanga Commission, drug cartels, Ramaphosa, Mchunu

SMWX Legend, Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi, returns for an overview of the Madlanga Commission testimonies this far. Gogo Matshiqi unpacks Lt Gen Mkhwanazi and General Masemola's testimonies and gives thoughts about who should be next to testify at the Commission and what are the key questions evidence leaders need to put to them.

Can Zille lead the DA to victory in Joburg?

In this episode, we unpack the Democratic Alliance's announcement of Helen Zille as their Joburg Mayor candidate for the Local Government Elections in 2026. We analyse polls in the last 4 Local Government Elections in South Africa too.