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6:37

The digital switch-off: Delays, costs, and the road...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/26

Duncan McLeod, Editor of TechCentral, provides insights to John Maytham on South Africa's ongoing digital migration challengesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:50

Lessons from RISE Mzansi's Electoral Journey

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/26

Mark Gevisser, renowned South African author and journalist, shares insights with John Maytham from his involvement in The Rise Mzansi Political Party’s first election campaignSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:06

Rebranding Jaguar: Bold move or drive in the wrong...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/26

John Maytham is joined by Ian McLaren, Editorial Director of Car Magazine South Africa, to discuss Jaguar's controversial rebrand as it transitions to an electric-only brand by 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:41

Eskom prepaid meter upgrade

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/26

South Africans have recently dealt with some frustration in the midst of a mandatory software update to all prepaid electricity meters. Eskom Spokesperson Daphne Mokwena provides John Maytham with an update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:16

Zuma Fights to retain ANC membership

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

In a conversation with John Maytham, Steven Friedman provides insights into Jacob Zuma's expulsion from the ANC and his refusal to accept it. Friedman discusses how Zuma, now leader of the MK Party, rejects the legitimacy of his removal, framing the ANC as his "family" and vowing to challenge the decision through appeals or legal actionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:02

Dream Team: What’s next for the Springboks?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

John Maytham and Craig Ray discuss Pieter-Steph du Toit’s stellar form that earned him the 2024 World Men’s 15s Player of the Year award, celebrating his impact and the inclusion of seven Springboks in the Dream Team of the Year. They also reflected on what this success means for South African rugby’s future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:24

COP29: $300 Billion Climate Deal faces backlash from...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

John Maytham speaks with News24 journalist Carol Paton, recently back from COP29 in Azerbaijan, about the $300 billion climate finance pledge by 2035, which disappointed developing nations seeking $1.3 trillion. Paton discusses the tensions, including a walkout by least developed countries, funding debates involving China and Saudi Arabia, and South Africa’s Minister Dion George calling the deal a pragmatic successSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:11

Is South Africa one of the most politically polarized...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

John Maytham and Emeritus Professor in Sociology at the University of the Witwatersrand and a Professorial Research Associate, at the Department of Politics and International Studies, Roger Southall, explore whether South Africa is truly one of the most politically polarized countries in the world. Southall argues that while the country’s history of colonialism, apartheid, and inequality has left deep scars, its current political landscape is more characterized by diversity of opinion than

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7:58

16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

On Day 1 of 16 Days of the Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children campaign, John Maytham speaks to Lisa Vetten, the Research Associate at the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies at Wits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:13

A Tribute to Breyten Breytenbach

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

John Maytham is joined by renowned South African author, columnist, and documentary filmmaker Max du Preez to reflect on the profound legacy of Breyten Breytenbach, an internationally acclaimed writer, poet, painter, and one of South Africa’s most iconic figures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:58

Bo-Kaap Residents raise concerns about traffic and...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/25

Bo-Kaap Civic and Ratepayers Association have asked the City of Cape Town for a tour bus parking zone outside the historic area. John Maytham speaks to the association’s chairman Osman Shaboodien about the buses and concerns that the area is being exploited.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:58

PJ Powers – Singing Through The Shadows

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

John Maytham is joined by South African music icon PJ Powers, known as “Thandeka,” shares highlights from her four-decade career, including hits like “Jabulani” and “World in Union.” From leading Hotline to collaborating with legends like Miriam Makeba and Eric Clapton, her journey is one of resilience and unity. Catch her live at Kalk Bay Theatre this Tuesday, November 26, at 20:30, for an unforgettable evening of music and storytellingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:12

Blurred Lines: Crime Intelligence in South Africa’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

Joining John Maytham to unpack these seismic revelations of South Africa’s crime intelligence is Jeff Wicks, an investigative journalist with News24. Jeff has been following the unfolding drama, from whistleblower disclosures tied to the ANC’s Nasrec grabber scandal to allegations of a silent purge orchestrated by Crime Intelligence’s top brass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:00

Could a UHV Power Grid Transform South Africa’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

Matthew Cruz, energy analyst at Forest energies, joins John Maytham to discuss the possibility/feasibility/affordabilirty of having a ultra-high-voltage (UHV) electricity grid in South AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:37

#AnHourWith Marijke Coetser

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

joins John to chat about what you can expect on Sunday when will take over the playlist in another edition of #AnHourWith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:16

The John Maytham Book Review

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

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. FICTION The Granddaughter by Prof Bernhard Schlink From the author of the no.1 international bestseller The Reader NON-FICTION Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric GagneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:12

Digging Deeper: Inside South Africa’s illegal gold...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

John Maytham speaks to freelance journalist Ed Stoddard, whose coverage delves deep into the underworld of illegal gold mining.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:33

Has Zapiro got GNU’s for you!

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

South African cartoonist Jonathan Shapiro, better known as Zapiro, settles into the chair across from John Maytham to discuss the latest instalment of Zapiro’s annual cartoon collection, Have I Got GNUs For YouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:47

Our Burning Planet: The completion of COP2924

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

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. John Maytham is joined by Professor Guy Midgley, an expert in climate change risks and solutions for southern Africa, to analyze the achievements and challenges of the COP29 Conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:28

Mfuleni Sausage Raid: City Debunks Dog Food Rumours

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2024/11/22

John Maytham and Patricia van der Ross discuss the recent raid on an unregistered sausage manufacturing operation in Mfuleni. Van der Ross highlighted the City’s proactive response to public complaints and clarified that rumours about dog food being used in production were unfounded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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