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5:18

SONA 2025 Crossing: Live from City Hall, with Africa...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

John Maytham crosses over to Cape Talk presenter Africa Melane for an update on the preparations for the State of the Nation Address 2025 during his live broadcast from the venue at Cape Town City Hall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:33

SONA 2024: Ramaphosa’s balancing act in a new...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

Carol Paton, News24 Writer at Large, joins John Maytham to discuss the key themes and challenges surrounding President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2025 State of the Nation Address. They explore the political dynamics within the Government of National Unity (GNU), the impact of former US President Donald Trump’s remarks on South Africa’s trade relations, and the delicate balancing act Ramaphosa faces in addressing both domestic transformation policies and international scrutinySee

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6:37

SONA 2025 Cape Town Priorities

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

Joining John Maytham now to discuss the City’s expectations for SONA 2025 is Cape Town Mayor, Geordin Hill-LewisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:18

Trump’s Return: How will SONA define what it means...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

Khaya Sithole, a chartered accountant, activist, and academic, joins John Maytham to discuss the global shifts triggered by Donald Trump’s return to the White House and what they mean for South Africa.He considers how these shifts intersect with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2025 State of the Nation Address and South Africa’s position in an increasingly uncertain world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:51

Plan B with Rebecca Davis

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

A weekly conversation with Rebecca Daviscovering the subjects that created a stir in the news and social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:28

From Sharks to Baboons: How Shark Spotters are...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/06

John Maytham speaks to Sarah Warries, CEO of Shark Spotters. She’ll walk us through the progress made so far, the challenges ahead, and how this partnership aims to foster a more sustainable and community-driven approach to baboon management in the Peninsula.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:41

United Rugby Championship: Stormers vs Bulls

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

Stormers coach John Dobson joins John Maytham ahead of highly anticipated match between the Stormers and the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:37

SONA Diplomacy: How should Ramaphosa address Trump’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham and Political Analyst Richard Calland discuss the political and diplomatic implications of President Ramaphosa’s handling of former President Trump’s threats regarding South Africa’s Expropriation Act at the State of The Nation Address.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:56

Artificial cornea success at Tygerberg Hospital

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham and Professor Derrick Smit, Associate Professor in the Division of Ophthalmology at the Department of Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, discuss the ground-breaking artificial cornea procedures performed at Tygerberg Hospital. They highlight the life-changing impact on two patients who regained sight after years of blindness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:01

Should SA government pull troops out of DRC

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham speaks with Ricardo Teixeira, a Defence Analyst and Junior Editor at ProtectionWeb, about the growing calls for the South African government to withdraw its troops from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:03

What happens when employees reach retirement?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham speaks to JJ Van der Walt, legal counsel for employment law at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr – to unpack what happens when employees reach retirement age, in light of the ConCourt judgement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:22

• NHI Policy Shift: Can the new plan meet the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham engages Professor Alex van den Heever, Chair in Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at the Wits School of Governance, in a critical discussion about the feasibility of the NHI in light of recent developments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:30

UFiling Failure: The Hidden Crisis in South Africa’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/05

John Maytham speaks to Kelly Painczyk, a local business owner, who has seen first-hand how this failure is not just affecting individuals but also threatening the livelihoods of those who help facilitate UIF claims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:34

The rise of breast and colorectal cancer in young people

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

To shed light on why younger adults are being diagnosed with cancer at an increasing rate, John Maytham is joined by Dr. Liana Roodt, a breast cancer specialist, general surgeon, and executive director of The Cancer Alliance of SA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:45

The Law of Property: Expropriation 101

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

John Maytham is joined by Professor Ruth Hall, Acting Director of PLAAS (Institute of Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies) at UWC, for an 'Expropriation 101' following listener requests for clarity after former US President Donald Trump’s claim that the government is 'confiscating land'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:16

Proteas turn up the heat for Champions Trophy!

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

Proteas head coach Shukri Conrad joins John Maytham to reflect on the team's recent successes and preparations for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:10

Have your say on City exploring external options for...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

John Maytham is joined by Councillor Zahid Badroodien, the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation to discuss the current status of the desalination plant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:05

Watch The Songbirds at Koelkamers in Paternoster...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

In a conversation with John Maytham, Kim Kallie is joined by her husband, Iain Banner, to reflect on her musical journey and the deep artistic bond she shares with Mynie Grové. She discusses how their paths intertwined in the vibrant entertainment scene of the '80s, from TV specials to songbook collaborations, and what audiences can expect from their new show,The Songbirds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:14

The growing number of elephants at The Kruger...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/04

Amy MacIver speaks to Dr Robin Cook about the growing numbers of Elephants at the Kruger National Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:45

ICASA’s satellite licensing shake - up

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/02/03

John Maytham speaks with Duncan McLeod, founder and editor of TechCentral, about ICASA’s proposed new satellite licensing framework and its implications for South Africa’s broadband landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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