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Suleiman Carrim continued his testimony at the Madlanga Commission today, in what will be remembered as one of the heated and most intense Commission sittings. We learned about additional R2M payments by Carrim to Matlala that he "supposedly" wasn't aware of, Justice Madlanga and Adv Bhana SC (Carrim's counsel) had an intense moment. In this humorous episode of SMWX we unpack it all and more. Ayeye!

Alleged businessman Suleiman Carrim appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Carrim was questioned on his relationship with Cat Matlala, Brown Mogotsi and Morgan Maumela, as well as transactions of money made among them.

In this SMWX interview, Nicholas Nyati opens up about his journey from a small town in the Eastern Cape to becoming one of the DA’s rising young leaders. He speaks about student politics, why he opposed university shutdowns during Fees Must Fall, his push for more grounded and people-centered leadership in the DA, and why he is standing for federal deputy chairperson. The conversation also dives into the DA’s upcoming leadership conference, policy debates on gambling, teenage pregnancy, and foreign policy, as well as Nyati’s views on Israel and Palestine, the GNU, and whether the DA would ever work with ActionSA in Johannesburg.

Sarah-Jane Trent testified in Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee until the wee hours of this morning, while Suleiman Carrim's advocate brought an application for his in-camera testimony on Monday. Patrice Motsepe, in an address to ARM shareholders, also addressed questions about whether he will be running for ANC leadership. We explore this and more in this analysis!

Day 6 of the escalating US–Iran regional war is raising fears of a wider global conflict. In this update, we break down the latest strikes across the Gulf, Iran’s retaliation targeting oil infrastructure and US assets, and the growing political backlash inside the United States. We also examine how the conflict is disrupting global energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of a ground invasion in northwest Iran, and the wider economic consequences for countries from Europe to Asia — including South Africa.

Paul O'Sullivan appeared before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee again today and apologized for walking out on the Ad Hoc previously. He was grilled by MPs on various other issues too. We unpack this and more!

We explore the latest developments in the US-Iran War and also have a look at global reactions, including from President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Suspended SAPS Organized Crime boss Maj Gen Richard Shibiri appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today. Shibiri testified about his relationship with Cat Matlala and his work as the head of the Organized Crime unit, including some allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi. We explore his testimony and its links to various other witnesses that have testified before like Witness A and B.

We unpack the latest coming out of the geopolitical scene, in the conflict between the US and Iran. What are the consequences geopolitically and for South Africa? We explore this and much more. Ayeye!

In this SMWX interview, Rise Mzansi MP, Makashule Gana breaks down what “hard work” in Parliament actually looks like — from delivering an unusually high number of budget-vote speeches to juggling committee work in a tiny two-seat caucus. We also unpack his political journey, explain why South Africans prefer parties cooperating over fragmentation, and detail why they’ve become one of Parliament’s most consistent voices on gambling reform. Finally, Gana explains Rise Mzansi’s strategic role inside the GNU — and shares a personal goal: running Comrades again.