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IDAC Boss, Adv Andrea Johnson, continued her testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today and she made some very important concessions. We unpack her testimony from today, as well as an update from the Cat Matlala attempted murder trial. Parliament's impeachment committee also met today to discuss the terms of references and the appointment of evidence leaders. We bring you the latest there too.

IDAC Boss, Adv Andrea Johnson has appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry for her first day of testimony. Johnson was questioned on her recusal in the Lt Gen Khumalo matter, her "protection against self-incrimination" with regards to evidence relating to Major General Khan, the arrest of Lt Gen Khumalo and much more. We unpack her testimony, as well as the commencement of the Cat Matlala attempted murder trial. We also touch on the submission of names by political parties in Parliament's impeachment committee for the appointment of evidence leaders, ahead of their meeting tomorrow.

Former Speaker of the Israeli Knesset and former Acting President of Israel, Avrum Burg, delivers a scathing address on the Israel–Palestine conflict, the future of Israeli democracy, and the path to a lasting peace. Drawing on decades at the heart of Israeli politics, Burg reflects on the country's political direction, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, leadership, security, reconciliation, and why he believes a different future is still possible. This address explores difficult questions with honesty, nuance, and a commitment to understanding one of the world's most consequential conflicts. This was part of the Festival of Dangerous Ideas hosted by the Jewish Democratic Initiative.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry heard evidence from Warrant Officer Mpangase, who worked on the Port Shepstone drug bust and was part of the team of SAPS officials that transported and stored the drugs at the DPCI storage room in Port Shepstone. We unpack his testimony and the in-camera application of Suliman Carrim, who is expected to make a postponement application in-camera next week Friday. Andrea Johnson, IDAC boss, is also back at work after missing her scheduled appearance before the Commission this week due to ill-health.

In this wide-ranging conversation, renowned academic, scientist and former Vice-Chancellor Prof Malegapuru Makgoba joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh to reflect on South Africa's democratic journey, leadership, governance and public institutions. Prof Makgoba discusses the Constitutional Court's impeachment ruling, President Cyril Ramaphosa, Nelson Mandela's legacy, Thabo Mbeki's presidency, the HIV/AIDS crisis, the Life Esidimeni tragedy, Eskom, political interference in state institutions, his scientific career at Oxfor, and the challenges of transformation in higher education.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the Madlanga Commission to October 2026, with its report now due on 16th November 2026. Julius Mkhwanazi, Imogen Mashazi and others have been arrested. We unpack all of this and more!

Podcaster and host of Palatable Politics, TJ Masilela, joins us for a conversation about the digital media landscape, building a podcast, ANC succession, President Ramaphosa's impeachment and more.

James Manyika, Google Vice President focusing on technology and AI, joins us on SMWX for a conversation about AI, the future of work and whether Africa can shape AI.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today read into the record, the evidence of Major General Feroz Khan. In his absense, Adv Adila Hassim SC presneted WhatsApp conversations and transcripts between Khan and Mo Sayed, a businessman linked to Carnlinx. We unpack the evidence that was presented and what consequences this might have for Khan.

President Ramaphosa has submitted his replying affidavit in his attempt to block Parliament from continuing with the impeachment process. We unpack the President's response to the politicial parties and the Chair of the impeachment committee.