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6:58

Distemper Outbreak - Riverlands, Chatsworth and...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham chats with Richard Green, Chairperson of the Lucky Lucy Foundation, about the impact of the distemper outbreak on Riverlands and its surrounding areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:30

Fresh Produce Market Inquiry: Competition Commission...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham speaks with Ruan Maré, the Technical Director of the Competition Commission’s Fresh Produce Market Inquiry, about today’s release of findings uncovering competition barriers in South Africa’s fresh produce sector. They discuss the impact on pricing, market access, and proposed reforms to create a fairer and more competitive market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:40

Government directed to rescue Zama Zama’s

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham is joined by Jessica Lawrence, Senior Attorney and Programme Manager of the Environmental Rights Programme at Lawyers for Human Rights, to discuss the SA Government being directed to implement a rescue plan for the Zama Zama’sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:53

Out with plastic mattresses... in with eco-friendly...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

Joshua Cox, CEO and founder of Tankwa, joins John Maytham on the PM Drive show discuss the beneficial outdoor camping Tankwa mattresses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:32

Trump’s Arctic Ambition: Why Greenland Is Back on the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

Joining John Maytham now is Lyndsay Jensen, Editor of The International Denmark, a seasoned journalist with deep insight into Danish politics and the unique relationship between Denmark and Greenland. Lyndsay, thank you for your time todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:54

Harvesting solutions: Why Africa must embrace GMO crops

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham speaks with Wandile Sihlobo, agricultural economist and author, about the importance of African governments embracing genetically modified crops to fight poverty and boost food security. Drawing on China’s progressive policies, Sihlobo highlights how biotech innovations, such as seed breeding, have helped improve yields and reduce reliance on grain imports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:28

Minister Senzo Mchunu says being a gang member should...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham speaks with Llewellyn MacMaster, Chairperson of the Cape Crime Crises Coalition, about Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s proposal to criminalize gang membership in South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:23

OR Tambo Faces Jet Fuel Crisis After Refinery Fire

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham speaks with Guy Leitch, Editor at SA Flyer Magazine, about the jet fuel crisis at OR Tambo International Airport following a fire at the Natref refinery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:19

Promises of Change: Social Development Minister...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/13

John Maytham speaks to Reginald Hill, a local Neighbourhood Watch member in Delft, to unpack the key challenges facing his community and hear what solutions they’re hoping for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:48

Los Angeles fire

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

John Maytham speaks with Leonora Gershman Pitts about evacuating her home during the Palisades Fire, one of LA’s worst wildfires. She shares her experience, the devastation faced by her friends, and the challenges firefighters face battling unpredictable winds, drought, and poor air quality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:44

The John Maytham Book Review

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

Listen to John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. NON FICTION – The house fly effect by Eva Van Den Broek and Tim Den HeijerFICTION – The Peacock and the Sparrow by I.S Berry , Shy Creatures by Clare ChambersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:30

The ANC at a Crossroads – The January 8th statement

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

Joining John Maytham to unpack the significance of the January 8 statement is political researcher Ebrahim Fakir, who explores whether the ANC’s message will inspire recovery and renewal—or mark the beginning of its requiem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:51

The Inrix traffic survey

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

John Maytham is joined by Faisel Fakier, a transport engineer and senior consultant at Asakhe Engineers Consulting, to discuss possible solutions for easing Cape Town’s traffic troublesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:14

Our Burning Planet: The Kampfer dam bird decline

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

Our Burning Planet is the Daily Maverick section devoted to expert environmental opinion and analysis. We partner up each Friday on the Afternoon Drive to discuss a burning issue - Retief joins John Maytham to discuss the causes of this tragic decline, what must be done to restore the dam’s ecosystem, and whether there is hope to halt the suffering of these precious birdsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:05

Official declaration of 2024 as the hottest year on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/10

In a chat with John Maytham about 2024 being the hottest year on record, Professor Guy Midgley highlights the rapid rise in CO2 levels, accelerating faster than in the past 100 million years. This surge is driving global warming, pushing the Earth’s average temperature up by 1.2°C since the late 1800s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:35

Consumer Commission challenges FlySafair on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/09

John Maytham is joined by Ms. Prudence Moilwa, Head of Complaints and Investigations at the National Consumer Commission, to discuss the progress of the FlySafair investigation. Ms. Moilwa shares insights into the ongoing inquiry, the objectives of the NCC in addressing consumer concerns, and provides guidance on how consumers can actively engage in the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:12

Open letter to England Cricket

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/09

John Maytham is joined by Tonia Antoniazzi, Labour Party MP and key signatory of the open letter, to discuss its contents and the call to England Cricket CEO, Richard GouldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:33

The Darwin Legacy Projects – Honouring the Past,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/09

John Maytham is joined by Professor Mike Bruton, Founder and Life Patron of the Cape Town Science Centre, to discuss the inspiring Darwin Projects. As a passionate advocate for making science accessible to all, Professor Bruton shares how these initiatives aim to spark curiosity and learning, fostering greater engagement with science across diverse communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:27

Businesses hesitant to fund politics amid new...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/09

Dr. Paul Kariuki, Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program joins John Maytham to consider the challenges businesses face in funding political parties under new legislation that mandates the public disclosure of donations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

Why Can’t South African Children Do Maths? The Real...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/01/09

John Maytham speaks with Professor Michael le Cordeur, Vice-Dean of Teaching and Learning at Stellenbosch University, who emphasizes prioritizing teachers in education reform. Prof. le Cordeur highlights the need to improve teacher training, classroom practices, and preparedness to enhance the quality of education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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