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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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Acclaimed investigative journalist Caryn Dolley unpacks her book Clash of the Cartels. From the shadowy underworld of international drug syndicates to their deep connections in South Africa, Caryn reveals how global crime networks have infiltrated our borders, police, and politics. We also dive into the latest revelations at the Mkhwanazi Commission, connecting her reporting to the shocking claims of political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that exposes the dark web of organised crime gripping South Africa.

The Commission of Inquiry into political inteference in the criminal justice system is underway. Lt Gen Mkhwanazi was the first witness to take the stand and we unpack Day 1 of his testimony. We discuss president Ramaphosa's role in the establishment of the PKTT, and the inter-ministerial committee. We also preview what could happen next. Ayeye!

South Africa is on edge — and we’re unpacking why. Mightie Jamie joins SMWX to make sense of the Madlanga Commission, Lt Gen Mkhwanazi’s testimony, Phala Phala, and the growing claims about syndicates touching politics, policing, prosecutors and even the judiciary.

This week, Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi takes the stand at the Commission of Inquiry after his explosive July press conference shook South Africa. From allegations against senior politicians to claims of a powerful syndicate infiltrating the police, prosecutors, and even the judiciary — this is testimony that could change everything.