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Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

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7:48

Teacher Takes on the System: Wesley Neumann’s Legal...

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2026/01/06

Amy MacIver speaks to Vernon Seymour, Neumann’s attorney from the Special Action Committee-Education, to unpack what this next stage in the Labour Court means for Neumann, and potentially for the wider education sector: 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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7:48

Key policy areas the South African government must...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/06

Amy MacIver is joined now by Wandile Sihlobo, agricultural economist, Chief Economist at Agbiz and Senior Research Fellow at 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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8:25

Stop the Sewage: Why Cape Town’s Water Crisis Affects...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/06

Amy MacIver is joined now by Jamii Hamlin, lifelong surfer and water quality advocate, who has spent years in the ocean and on the frontline of water safety, to unpack what these sewage spills mean for communities — and why the Stop the Sewage petition is calling for urgent action and accountability from the City of 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

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7:59

Meet the new CEO of the Waterfront: In conversation...

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2026/01/06

Amy MacIver is joined now by Graham Wood, CEO of the V&A Waterfront, to unpack his vision for the precinct and what visitors, tenants and Capetonians can expect in this next phase. 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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7:48

ow Fragile is ATNS

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/06

Amy MacIver is joined now by Guy Leitch, independent aviation analyst and editor of SA Flyer, to unpack what this episode tells us about the true state of ATNS — and why a single absence should never be able to compromise national airspace. 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

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8:07

Swimming for Survival: A World Record Holder Takes on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/06

Amy MacIver is joined now by Belinda Abraham, Spokesperson for the Cape of Good Hope SPCA, to unpack why this swim matters and how it could change thousands of animal lives. 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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5:22

A look ahead at the sporting events we can look out...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/05

To help us unpack what lies ahead, Amy MacIver is joined by Kieryn Thompson, EWN sports broadcaster, who keeps a close eye on both local and international sport. We’ll look at what these events mean for fans, athletes, and broadcasters — and where South Africa could shine, from the athletics track to the golf course, and even in motorsport fandom. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio

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9:43

Trump administration to put Venezuela’s president on...

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2026/01/05

To unpack the global implications of this dramatic escalation, Amy MacIver is joined by Professor John Stremlau, Honorary Professor of International Relations at Wits University. We’ll explore how the Trump administration is relying on US domestic law to justify actions beyond its borders, effectively sidelining international legal norms. This intervention, analysts warn, sets a dangerous precedent — not only for Latin America, but for the entire global order. Afternoon Drive with John

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9:05

From Streams to Streets: iShowSpeed’s Viral South...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/05

To unpack what this moment means for South Africa’s digital identity, creator economy, and future of content, Amy MacIver is joined by Ross Janet, Co-founder and Talent Manager at Talentless. Ross says what made Speed’s visit stand out wasn’t just the numbers — it was how livestreaming has evolved what live television used to offer, but reimagined for a global, interactive audience. Viewers weren’t passive; they engaged through chat, influenced the experience, and

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8:58

What to know about the red tide?

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2026/01/05

Amy MacIver is joined by Maryke Musson, marine scientist and aquaculture specialist. She explains that red tides are caused by blooms of microscopic algae — phytoplankton — that multiply rapidly under certain conditions. While some red tides are harmless or even bioluminescent, others can produce toxins or deplete oxygen in the water, leading to mass mortalities of fish and shellfish. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an

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8:27

Investigation into Meta’s plan to hide some scam ads

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2026/01/05

The documents suggest that while Meta has taken steps to reduce fraudulent ads, it has also focused on managing how those scams are seen by regulators — including making certain scam ads harder to find when authorities search Meta’s public Ad Library. To unpack what this means for users, regulators, and South Africa’s own digital safety landscape, Amy MacIver is joined by Jan Vermeulen, Editor at MyBroadband.co.za, one of the country’s leading online IT and technology news

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8:49

Supplements we should all be taking

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/05

Amy MacIver is joined by Mbali Mapholi, wellness coach and dietician, who’s here to unpack the top supplements often recommended for overall health — and, just as importantly, who should be taking them and why. Mbali reminds us that supplements are meant to support a healthy lifestyle, not replace real food. 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

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10:02

Checkers back-to-school CSI Campaign

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/05

Amy MacIver is joined by Sanjeev Raghubir, Chief Sustainability Officer at the Shoprite Group, to explore how this initiative is transforming everyday shopping into meaningful impact — and how South Africans can contribute to giving learners a fair start to the school year. 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

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10:38

The Kaapse Klopse: Everything to know with Carlo...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/05

To unpack what actually happened on the ground, Amy MacIver turns toCarlo Petersen, EWN journalist, who has been tracking developments closely. From a partially restored historic route ending in Wale Street, to a memorandum handed to the provincial legislature, the parade was about more than celebration — it was also about protest, recognition, and access. At the centre of the dispute are calls from minstrel associations for transparent funding, free public parades, and fair access to venues,

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11:35

Pressure mounts on Eskom pricing as more...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

Joining Zain Johnson to unpack the pressure on Eskom pricing, the implications for jobs, and whether the current interventions are sustainable, is Professor Vally Padayachee — power and energy expert, former executive manager at Eskom, and former senior executive at City Power Johannesburg. He brings decades of experience inside the power utility and municipal energy systems to help us understand what options remain as the clock ticks. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk

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6:52

How social media plays the role of Police

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

For law enforcement, social media now functions as a modern intelligence and communication tool — extending policing into the digital space. But while its reach and speed are powerful, it also raises serious questions around data overload, misinformation, privacy, and the line between community vigilance and vigilantism. To help us unpack both the opportunities and the risks, Zain Johnson is joined by Arthur Goldstuck, CEO of World Wide Worx, technology analyst and one of South Africa’s

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5:40

SA20 Cross-over with Kieryn Thompson

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

Joining Zain Johnson is Kieryn Thompson, sports broadcaster at EWN, who’s following the SA20 closely and brings us the atmosphere from Paarl, insight into today’s matchup, and what this tournament is revealing about the state of South African cricket. 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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7:38

Highlighting two of our biggest crimes: The Joshlin...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

To help us understand where these matters stand now, and what the latest court developments mean going forward, Zain Johnson turn to EWN journalist and court correspondent Carlo Peterson – The Joshlin Smith case and the Nafiz Modack trial. 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

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7:28

January Moves, Hidden Risks: The Cost of Relocating...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

Joining Zain Johnsonto discuss the cost of relocation is Mr Transport Chief Operating Officer Lee-Roy Smith. 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 daily highlight

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7:26

What’s the point? In Conversation with Comedic...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/02

Joining Zain Johnson is Riaad Moosa — award-winning comedian, writer, and social commentator. He discusses his new show, What’s the Point? 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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