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7:35

The International association of genocide scholars...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/02

John Maytham speaks to Emma Sample the director of research, evidence and learning at the International Association of Genocide Scholars, about the Association's resolution, declaring that Israel’s conduct in Gaza meets the legal definition of Genocide. 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

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7:52

Chasing the Messenger: Whistleblower Expert on GPAA’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/02

John Maytham chats to CEO of Public Interest SA - Tebogo Khaas, on the leaked documents at the GPAA – exposing mismanagement, and how whistleblowers should be protected in situations like this. 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 often surprises the audience

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11:01

Night of Survival: Camper mauled by two hyenas at...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/02

John Maytham speaks to Nicholas Hohls, the man at the center of the hyena attack at Cape Vidal, to hear his firsthand account and reflections on what needs to change to prevent further attacks. 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 often surprises the audience with

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6:57

Should we not just throw away the Post Office?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Mark Barnes | Former CEO of the South African Post Office about the ongoing debate over the South African Post Office’s survival and the billions of rands flowing into it from the state 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 often surprises

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9:08

Traffic light infringement

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, about the latest figures from the traffic stats for 2025. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring

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5:55

Birdlife SA presents a new birding competition

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Mark Buckham, Chairman of the Cape Bird Club, about what makes this competition so special and how it encourages the public to engage with South Africa’s rich avian heritage. 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 often surprises the

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9:03

Tourism Tensions: De Lille Faces Off with Former SA...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Wayne Duvenage, CEO of OUTA, to unpack the showdown between Tourism Minister, Patricia De Lille and former SA tourism board members at Parliament on Tuesday. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book

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7:41

Breaking Boundaries: Springbok Women Reach First-Ever...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Swys de Bruin, head coach of the Springbok Women, about how his side has transformed into genuine contenders on the world stage 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring

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9:11

The New Geography of Innovation: With Mehran Gul

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

John Maytham speaks to Mehran Gul, author of The New Geography of Innovation and winner of the Financial Times/McKinsey Bracken Bower Prize to discuss whether Silicon Valley has lost its monopoly on innovation. 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 often surprises the

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8:42

Phillip de Wet on Nigel Farage’s Warning: What South...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/09/01

JOhn Maytham is joined by News24 columnist, Phillip De Wet, to discuss what South Africans can learn about global immigration patterns. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling

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7:50

Fame Week Africa: Where stories come alive

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane speaks to Steven Beckett, Managing Director at FAME Week Africa, to unpack what makes this event so special. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A

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6:24

NERSA” s tariff hike

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane is joined by Nhlanhla Ngidi, Senior Advisor for Electricity at South African Local Government Association (SALGA) to discuss SALGA’s position on NERSA’s tariff hike. 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 often surprises the audience with

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9:31

Sex Work on Trial: SA Court to Decide on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane speaks to Megan Lessing, Media officer at SWEAT, to discuss the journey to be decriminalizing sex work in South Africa. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling

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7:45

CODETA on the ongoing Taxi Violence in Cape Town

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane speaks to Makhosandile Tumana, spokesperson for CODETA, to get insight into the impact of this court ruling and what it means for commuters and taxi operators alike. 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 often surprises the audience with intriguing book

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9:01

Burning Planet: Powering Tomorrow: Why SA’s Energy...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane speaks to Mark Swilling | Co-Director, Centre for Sustainability Transitions, Stellenbosch University about the critical role of informed debate and evidence-based modelling in shaping South Africa’s energy future 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

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9:27

Court Steps In: Eviction Notices Ordered at Wingfield...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/29

Africa Melane speaks to Geordin Hill-Lewis | Mayor of Cape Town about a significant development in the ongoing issue of unlawful occupation at the Wingfield and Paint City sites in Bellville. The Western Cape High Court has now granted permission for the City, together with the Departments of Home Affairs and Public Works, to instruct the Sheriff to serve eviction notices in person, ensuring compliance with the court’s order. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio

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5:39

NSFAS Glitch Leaves Students Facing Eviction: TVET...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

To help us understand the full impact on both students and housing providers, Africa Melane speaks to Kagisho Mamabolo, CEO of the Private Student Housing Association. He warns that if these errors persist, students could find themselves with fewer beds available in the future — and thousands could be left with nowhere to go. 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

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10:19

SAPS Reassesses Gang Violence Strategy in Western Cape

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

Africa Melane is joined by Criminologist, Professor Irvin Kinnes, to talk about Police Commissioner General Fanie Masemola’s announcement at the Interpol Conference on changes to the Western Cape Police’s Gang Strategy. 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

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8:33

Zimbabwean permits set to expire by November 2025

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

Africa Melane chats to Human Rights Advocate and Lawyer Simba Chitando on the South African government's lack of clarity on the way forward for those who have the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit. 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 often surprises the audience with

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4:56

Electricity Shock: Regulator’s blunder triggers...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

Africa Melane speaks to Matthew Cruise, Energy Analyst at IMPOWER, about what the spike in electricity prices means for households and businesses, how such regulatory missteps occur, and whether these higher tariffs will genuinely improve Eskom’s performance — or simply deepen the strain on already struggling consumers. 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

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