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7:07

Sixty60’s Local Surge: Why SA Drivers Are Quitting...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

John Maytham speaks to Nick Wilson, freelance journalist, to unpack these trends indicating an increase in SA drivers for Sixty60 , explore why South African riders leave at higher rates, and examine what Shoprite is doing to turn the tide on local driver retention. 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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5:34

Open Secrets – receives gag order.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

John Maytham speaks to Henni van Vuuren, Managing Director of Open Secrets, to unpack the implications of this unprecedented gag order, what it means for press freedom in South Africa, and how investigative journalists are fighting to keep the public informed 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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6:22

Estate Fines Residents R4,000 Over Courier Speeding —...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

To unpack the legality of these internal enforcement measures and whether they hold up under South African law, John Maytham speaks to Nicole Nel, Senior Specialist Community Schemes Consultant and Mediator at TVDM Consultants. 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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8:03

Bring Beverley Back: Nieu-Bethesda Mourns Its Quirky...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

John Maytham speaks to Ryno Greef, Beverley’s (the dam mannequin) creator, about her origins, the emotional connection locals shared with her, and what her disappearance says about the value of public art in small towns. 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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5:29

AARTO Rollout Stalls Again: Transport Department...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

We speak to Maxine Bezuidenhout, Chief Director of Traffic Management, to unpack what the AARTO delay means for road users, how government plans to address the logistical hurdles, and whether this latest postponement signals deeper systemic issues in the country’s traffic law enforcement framework. 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,

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6:19

Why Rooibos is the unofficial fuel of SA's ocean...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

John Maytham speaks to Professor Simeon Davies, Head of Sport Management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, to unpack how Rooibos earned its reputation as the unofficial fuel of South Africa’s ocean endurance athletes — and why the world’s top swimmers are starting to take notice. 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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6:51

New Study shows: 16 million South Africans have...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

We speak to Andy du Plessis, Managing Director of FoodForward SA, to unpack these findings and explore what urgent interventions are needed to protect vulnerable families — and whether South Africa’s current systems are enough to stem a growing hunger crisis. 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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9:51

Assault without Justice

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/11

John Maytham speaks to Richard Forbes, the father of an assault victim, who has since shared his family’s story publicly in a plea for justice and reform. 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

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7:04

Healing Roots: NMU Researcher Teams Up with Eastern...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

John Maytham speaks to Dr Nehemia Latolla, a postdoctoral Research Fellow at Nelson Mandela University’s Department of Human Physiology, about his work looking into the potential of using local medicinal plants to fight cancer. 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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6:33

Superbugs Behind Deadly Newborn Infections in Soweto...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

Dr Megan Dempster, a researcher at Wits’ Vaccines & Infectious Disease Analytics unit, speaks to John Maytham about a study that found that two types of bacteria are responsible for or more than half the infections that kill newborns and infants in Soweto. 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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11:48

Prominent White Afrikaners write to US senators

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

John Maytham speaks to Piet Croucamp, a professor of politics at North-West University, who is one of the signatories of an open letter to senators in the United States condemning false claims that of an “Afrikaner 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 eclectic interests mean the

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9:37

Wildlife Wars: The Political Fallout of Dion George’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

To help unpack the implications of Dion George’s sacking and what it means for the future of South African conservation, John Maytham speaks to Don Pinnock, environmental writer for the Daily Maverick — whose latest analysis exposes how policy capture has crept into the heart of environmental governance. 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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8:28

Signed, Sealed, Betrayed: The Collen Mashawana...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

To unpack these explosive findings and what they reveal about the deepening nexus between politics, patronage, and public money, John Maytham speaks to Pieter-Louis Myburgh — investigative journalist at the Daily Maverick, whose exclusive exposé has once again lifted the veil on how the vulnerable are exploited in the name of empowerment. 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

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5:44

Standard Bank feature: The Optasia Listing and...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

From its early start-up days to its public listing, Standard Bank has played a leading role in Optasia’s growth story, not only as an advisor and funding partner, but also as an equity investor. Joining John Maytham to unpack this journey and what it means for Africa’s fintech ecosystem is Yusuf Noorbhai, Head of Structured Capital at Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show

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9:32

In conversation with cooking guru, Prue Leith

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

Joining John Maytham to reflect on her illustrious journey, her return to South Africa, and what’s next on her plate — we speak to Prue Leith, South African-British restaurateur, author, and television host 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

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10:00

On Track for Change: Cape Town’s Bold Move to Take...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/10

Joining John Maytham to unpack what the rail devolution for commuters and the future of urban mobility is Councillor Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility. He’s been at the forefront of efforts to restore Cape Town’s rail network and integrate it with other modes of transport. 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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4:39

Music: With Judith Sephuma ebraces a new season with...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/07

John Maytham speaks to Judith Sephuma about the inspiration behind the project, her journey through seasons of growth, and the stories woven into each track. Recorded live in studio with her full band, When Winter Fades is a testament to Judith’s enduring artistry and emotional depth. 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

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8:24

France vs South Africa: Springboks on Alert for...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/07

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, Daily Maverick sports editor, to unpack the team’s preparations, the emotional weight of Kolisi’s milestone, and the high-stakes atmosphere surrounding this rematch — especially after South Africa’s nail-biting win over France in the 2023 World Cup quarterfinal. 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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4:59

Cape Town Expands Recycling Drive: Think Twice...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/07

Joining John Maytham to unpack the rollout and what it means for residents is Alderman Grant Twigg, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Waste Management. He shares how the newly operational Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) at Coastal Park is helping process recyclables more efficiently, and why community participation is key to the programme’s success. 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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6:41

Books with John Maytham

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/07

Join us to listen to what books John Maytham enjoyed this week! Fiction: Exit Strategy by Andrew and Lee Child The Listeners by Maggie Stiefvater Non-fiction: A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson 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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