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8:04

Conflict in SA

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

University of Johannesburg Senior Lecture, Dr Kenny Chiwarawara asks frequently asked questions about service delivery protests that turn violent. 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

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9:32

The ongoing Taxi Violence

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/28

Africa Melane speaks to Isaac Sileku, Western Cape MEC for Mobility, on how these interventions will work in practice, what commuters can expect in the days ahead, and whether these tough measures can finally end the cycle of taxi violence. 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

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20:31

Tributes pour in for EWN Associate Political Editor...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/27

Political parties and listeners have paid tribute to our dear colleague and friend Tshidi Madia - a truly kind soul whose warmth, dedication, intellect and integrity touched us all. Your presence will be deeply missed, but your impact and spirit will stay with us always. 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

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9:17

Dr John Kani on being invited to the Academy

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/27

To reflect on this achievement and what it means for South African storytelling on the world stage, Africa Melane speaks to Dr John Kani — celebrated actor, playwright, and now member of the prestigious Oscars voting body. 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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6:33

How is the Taxi violence affecting communities

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/27

Africa Melane chats to Macassar Ward Councillor Peter Helfrich about how the ongoing taxi violence is affecting the community. 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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3:49

Amidst the policing crisis, SA continues to host the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/27

Africa Melane speaks to Carlo Petersen, EWN Reporter, who’s been following developments at the African Interpol conference. 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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6:28

What has it been like since the implementation of the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/27

Africa Melane speaks to Deputy Pension Fund Adjudicator Naheem Essop about the ongoing issues with the two–pot retirement system. 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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7:48

The DA in the Western Cape condemns attacks on social...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Africa Melane is joined by Jaco Londt, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, to discuss what’s being done to protect frontline workers and hold perpetrators accountable. 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

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11:01

Gang violence: problem? Or result of a problem?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Eldred De Klerk - Conflict Resolution Facilitator and Peace and Security Strategist, shares his opinions on what is needed to stop gang violence, especially on the Cape Flats. 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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5:19

Access for all: How can government make public spaces...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Africa Melane chats to Acting Treasurer of the Western Cape Disability Network Anthony Ghillino, about the outcome of a meeting they had with the City of Cape Town today, following yesterday’s picket regarding budget cuts to the Dial - A - Ride service. 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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12:09

Taxi Violence in Cape Town

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Africa Melane chats to CATA spokesperson Nkululeko Sityebo on the recent surge in taxi violence, and what taxi associations are doing to stop the violence. 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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6:41

An update on the Open Book Festival

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

To unpack how ticket sales are going, why this year’s Open Book festival is drawing so much attention, and what audiences can expect, Pippa Hudson speaks to Mervyn Sloman, CEO of the Open Book Festival. 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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4:37

Water constraints and water consumption in the City...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Pippa Hudson speaks to Michael Killick, Director of Bulk Services: Water & Sanitation at the City of Cape Town, to unpack the issue of water constraints and consumption in Cape Town. 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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10:23

One Seat, One Price? Not Always Anymore – Airline...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Pippa Hudson is joined by Paula Martini, travel journalist, who has been closely tracking changes in airline seating policies. 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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6:30

Standard Bank B20 feature

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/26

Africa Melane digs into the role think tank SA Institute for International Affairs assists the B20 by prodving research that boosts the B20's advocacy within the broader G20 process. He speaks to Luanda Mpungose on the role SAIIA is playing as co - chair of the T20. 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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5:49

African critical mineral summit

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/25

Africa Melane speaks to Nokukhanya Mntambo, EWN reporter, who’s tracking the build-up to the African critical minerals summit. 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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8:36

Russia’s push to recruit South African wome

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/25

Africa Melane is joined by Lebogang Zulu, Chair of BRICS women business alliance to discuss Russia’s increasing interest in recruiting South African women for work. 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

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4:08

Brian Wainstein Murder Trial: Court Questions...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/25

Africa Melane speaks to Carlo Petersen, EWN Reporter, who has been following the proceedings of the Brian Wainstein trial closely. 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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6:27

BHF Takes Parliament to Court Over NHI Act Showdown

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/25

Africa Melane speaks to Dr Katlego Mothudi, Managing Director at the Board of Healthcare Funders, to unpack the legal challenge and its implications for the future of South Africa’s healthcare system 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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6:11

The war against sugar

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/25

Africa Melane speaks to Dr Tommie Smook, medical practitioner and weight loss specialist at Dr Smook & Partners, who says it’s time to declare an all-out war on sugar. According to Dr Smook, fighting back isn’t just about cutting out sweet treats — it’s about structured, guided changes that can transform health far beyond weight loss Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and

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