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.

We unpack the US-Iran war that's happening and break down all that you need to know about it.

Musicians, Jesse Clegg and Msaki, join us on SMWX for a conversation about their new EP: Entropy which deals with themes of love and loss. We explore the music journey and what this EP means to them; we also explore the state of South Africa and its leadership crisis.

ANC MP Xola Nqola joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation on the work of the Ad Hoc Committee, ANC renewal and succession, President Ramaphosa's appearance before Ad Hoc Committee, the rot in SAPS and more!

Paul O Sullivan walked out of Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee while the evidence leaders were still busy asking him questions. Geordin Hill-Lewis and Solly Msimanga put their hats in for the DA leadership race. We unpack it all and more!

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana presented the 2026 Budget Speech in Parliament yesterday. Members of Parliament share their reactions to the budget and its priorities.

Lt Gen Sibiya and Brown Mogotsi have both continued their testimonies at the Madlanga Commission and Ad Hoc Committee respectively. We unpack their testimonies and what it means for the bigger picture.

In this episode, SMWX sits down with Sol Phenduka — legendary broadcaster, musician, master of the pun, and co-host of Podcast and Chill. We get into Phenduka’s story before the spotlight: being raised by his mom, the grit of the early years, how hip-hop and production shaped his voice, and the hustle that took him from UJFM to the YFM pipeline. Then we unpack what people don’t see: the behind-the-scenes work, structure, and consistency that turned Podcast and Chill from “just chatting” into a full enterprise. To close, we touch on the state of the country — policing, corruption, consequences — and the frustration driving voters ahead of the next big election.

Former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe's son has been arrested in Hyde Park, Johannesburg for the attempted murder of his gardener. We unpack this story and the latest at the Madlanga Commission.