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We unpack the evidence that was presented by "Witness X" that revealed that Vusimusi Cat Matlala shared secret documents to KZN Hawks Head, Major General Senona. Among these documents include several identity numbers linked to President Cyril Ramaphosa.

In today's episode, we unpack Cyril Ramaphosa's answers to members in the NCOP, Ad Hoc Committee and Madlanga Commission.

Crime analyst Thabang Bogopa joins SMWX to unpack the explosive allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi, and what they reveal about the deep links between politics, policing, and organised crime in South Africa. From Parliament’s inquiry, to the rise of criminal syndicates and cash-in-transit heists, we explore how crime networks operate — and why accountability remains elusive. A gripping conversation about the dark underbelly of South Africa’s criminal ecosystem, and what it will take to restore justice and integrity to the system.

It was a day of high-stakes takedowns: Sibiya’s home raided, Maumela’s assets seized, and fresh allegations of a covert operation by Senzo Mchunu’s chief of staff. All while Police Chief Fannie Masemola faced tough questions in Parliament. What’s the web of power, corruption, and accountability tying these events together? Join us as we unravel the connections.

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks Day 2 of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi has been questioned by Members of Parliament around his allegations made at his 6 July briefing.

In today's episode, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks Day 1 of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating Lt Gen Mkhwanazi. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi has finally starting giving testimony after a near 6 hour delay due to 'procedural concerns'

In today's episode, we unpack Brown Mogotsi's recent public utterances about his ANC membership, the Ezulweni Investments saga and President Ramaphosa's 'new economic plan'

Tara Roos is one of the best young analysts in South African politics, whose work you’ll know from Business Day and CapeTalk. We dive into the latest revelations at the Madlanga Commission, look ahead to the upcoming parliamentary inquiry, and unpack the Joburg mayoral race and the Malema judgment — exploring what these developments mean for the future of SA politics. Don’t miss this conversation with a rising voice shaping the way we understand our democracy.

Mighti Jamie unpacks Lt Gen Khumalo's testimony at the Madlanga Commission today. General Khumalo has been testifying on WhatsApp communications between Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala and Brown Mogotsi (an associate of Minister Senzo Mchunu). We also unpack the breaking news coming out of Paris, about former Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa's passing. Mighti Jamie also weighs in on the prolonged judgement in Julius Malema's firearm discharge case.

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.