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6:50

How did this happen: An officer facing murder,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/27

John Maytham is joined by Hennie van Vuuren, founder and director of Open Secrets, an organisation specialising in accountability, corruption and security-sector oversight. He helps us understand what this case says about civilian control of the military, how promotions are meant to work when serious charges are pending, and why selective application of discipline can erode trust within the armed forces and the public at large. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on

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9:21

Alex Honnold climbs the Taipei 101

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/27

John Maytham is joined by Jay-D Muller, climber and climbing coach. He helps us look beyond the spectacle to the unseen work behind the scenes — the training blocks, risk management and mental discipline required to perform under extreme exposure. Muller explains why climbs like Taipei 101 are less about bravado and more about precision, endurance and deep familiarity with both body and environment. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John

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9:22

Docking dog tails

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/27

John Maytham is joined by Don Pinnock, investigative journalist at Daily Maverick. He’s been examining the science, history and law behind tail docking, as well as the landmark NSPCA case that saw a breeder convicted for illegally maiming puppies. Pinnock explains how an outdated cosmetic practice collided with clear legal protections — and what this case signals for animal welfare enforcement going forward. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk

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9:06

US scientists use AI to create viruses that kill...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/27

John Maytham speaks to Professor Gert van Zyl, Head of the Division of Medical Virology and Executive Head of the Department of Pathology at Tygerberg and Stellenbosch University. He helps us understand how this technology works, why bacteriophages are back in the spotlight, and whether AI-driven biology could safely change how we treat stubborn and drug-resistant infections. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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8:07

No Data Allowed: Why Tennis Stars Ditched Fitness...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/27

John Maytham is joined by Dr. Ross Tucker, sports scientist and expert in athlete performance and workload management, to discuss why tennis stars are having to remove their fitness trackers. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport,trafficand weather. The host’s

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10:31

Communities Are Under Siege” – Cape Town Mayor...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Geordin Hill-Lewis, Mayor of Cape Town, who argues that the City has already done the groundwork to support SAPS investigations and improve conviction rates. He says draft regulations enabling City Police to investigate serious crimes have been submitted and are awaiting approval, while communities continue to bear the cost of delay. Hill-Lewis insists the City is not seeking to replace SAPS, but to strengthen the criminal justice system by helping build prosecution-ready

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9:50

Crisis at the NPA and SAPS Raises Alarms for South...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Judge Dennis Davis, South African legal expert, former Judge President of the Competition Appeal Court, and a leading voice on constitutional governance, about why these institutional failures matter — and what urgently needs to change. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled

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7:15

South Africa Introduces New Mobile Data Rules,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Duncan McCleod, editor at Tech Central, to unpack what these changes really mean for consumers — and why South Africa’s biggest mobile networks are so concerned – a reaction to South Africa’s new data rules. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the

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6:12

Health Experts Warn: Detox Diets Don’t Deliver on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Aziwe Booi, prominent dietitian, media nutrition expert and wellness practitioner, about why health professionals are pushing back against the New Year detox craze — and what a healthier reset really looks like. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in

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10:53

Trump’s impact on World Cup and Olympics

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Mike Will about the possible negative impact US President Donald Trump will have on both this year’s FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic

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6:09

Does Grade R live up to government’s promises?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/26

John Maytham speaks to Dr Jaco Deacon, CEO of the Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools, about the government’s lack of accountability in ensuring Grade R provision. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport,trafficand weather. The host’s

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7:18

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

John Maytham speaks to Professor Yossi Mekelberg, international relations analyst at Chatham House, to unpack what this new Board of Peace actually is, what it aims to achieve, and whether it has any realistic chance of delivering lasting results. Mekelberg assesses whether Trump’s initiative complements global peace efforts — or risks sidelining the UN altogether — and examines whether personalised, high-pressure diplomacy can work in deeply entrenched conflicts. Afternoon Drive

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9:46

Books with John Maytham 23 January 2026

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

Join us to take a look at what books John Maytham found interesting this week! Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring

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8:39

What are the chances of Patrice Motsepe becoming the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

John Maytham speaks to Ferial Haffajee, senior journalist at the Daily Maverick, to assess whether Motsepe genuinely stands a chance of becoming the ANC’s next president — or whether this is an example of succession politics running ahead of reality. Haffejee unpacks the internal dynamics of the ANC, the party’s formal rules around leadership contests, and the political implications of a wealthy, globally connected business figure entering the fray. Afternoon Drive with John

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6:42

The Battle of Rorkes Drift

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

John Maytham speaks to Shiloh Noone, war researcher and CapeTalk presenter, to unpack how just over 150 British and colonial troops, under the command of Lieutenants John Chard and Gonville Bromhead, managed to withstand repeated assaults by an estimated3,000 to 4,000 Zulu warriors. Noone places the battle in its broader historical context, examining both the military tactics and the human cost — while also questioning how the story has been remembered, mythologised, and taught over time

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9:13

Rethinking how we rebuild the Kruger National Park,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

John Maytham speaks to Willie Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, who says the Kruger is increasingly becoming a “natural disaster nodal point” — sitting at the receiving end of river systems that stretch across several provinces. Aucamp stresses that rebuilding cannot simply replicate what existed before. Instead, future reconstruction must account for harsher climate realities, ensuring visitor safety while protecting the ecological integrity of the park

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5:41

“No Safe Level?” Dr Apffelstaedt Challenges WHO’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/23

John Maytham speaks to Dr Justus Apffelstaedt, a specialist surgeon and medical researcher, who has taken a critical look at the science behind alcohol-related health warnings. While acknowledging that alcohol is linked to serious disease and preventable deaths, Dr Apffelstaedt cautions against what he calls alarmist interpretations of large population studies — arguing that statistics, if misused, can mislead rather than inform. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on

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7:12

Response to Professor Irvin Kinne’s claims and update...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/22

Premier Alan Winde joins John Maytham to give a response to Prof Irvin Kinnes – who accused the Premier of not caring about black and brown lives when it comes to crime. AND to chat about the water crisis in Southern Cape. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program

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5:35

Was the train crash at False Bay station caused by a...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/22

John Maytham speaks to Raymond Maseko, Western Cape Regional Manager at PRASA, as the rail agency investigates what went wrong and whether there was a technical or human error involved. With safety at level crossings already under scrutiny, clarity is needed on how these systems are monitored, maintained and tested — especially when special or unscheduled train services are operating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show

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3:56

City-SANRAL cooperation on maintenance and management...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/22

John Maytham speaks to Niel Bosch, Head of Transport Network Management within Urban Mobility – Transport Planning and Network Management, about how this inter-governmental partnership is expected to benefit road users. While SANRAL will remain responsible for all construction, maintenance and operational costs, the City will take on day-to-day management, enabling faster fault response and better integration with the City’s existing traffic control systems Presenter John Maytham is an

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