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5:42

The success of the Artemis II and whether this means...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/09

John Maytham speaks to Eugene Avenant | Chief Engineer at South African National Space Agency Space Operations, who helps us unpack the significance of this mission — and whether it truly clears the runway for a return to the lunar surface. 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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20:28

Dignity SA on assisted dying

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2026/04/09

John Maytham speaks to Willem Landman | Chairperson and co-founder of DignitySA, who has spent more than a decade advocating for what he describes as “the last right” — the right to a dignified death. 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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9:51

Water or Wishful Thinking? Exposing Groundwater...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/09

John Maytham speaks to Dr Roger Parsons | Hydrogeologist with more than 40 years’ experience, who has been vocal about what he calls a modern-day “snake oil” problem creeping into suburban South Africa. With decades in the field, Parsons unpacks how legitimate groundwater science works — and why these detectors don’t make the cut. 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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10:51

US‑Iran Ceasefire Deal: Terms Agreed — What’s Next?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

John Maytham speaks to Heather Hulbert, Associate Fellow at Chatham House and former official in the Biden administration, who brings deep expertise on U.S. foreign policy and Iran negotiations. 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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8:09

nside Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s first court appearance

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

John Maytham speaks to Karyn Maughan, legal journalist at News24, who has been closely following developments in this case and the wider implications for the Madlanga Commission’s probe into alleged corruption and interference within SAPS. 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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9:42

Smoke Signals Again? The Cancer Warning Behind Vapes

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

UCT Pulmonologist Professor Richard van Zyl –Smit, talks with John Maytham about a new study showing how vaping may cause oral and lung 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 program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring

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6:07

The Chelsea flower show design for 2026

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

Renowned landscape designer Leon Kluge joins John Maytham today, to talk about the upcoming Chelsea Flower show. 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

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5:17

The draft changes to the History curriculum

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

Education Anthropologist Esme van Deventer talks to John Maytham about the proposed changes to the history curriculum. 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

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5:28

Lifestyle audits in the Presidenc

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/08

Description: John Maytham speaks to ActionSA MP Athol Trollip on why the presidency is dragging its feet to complete lifestyle audits for politicians and senior government officials. 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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7:00

New Tax Proposal Raises Red Flags for South Africa’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

Discussion on South Africa’s proposed gambling tax, exploring its economic impact, enforcement challenges, and the risk of unintended consequences for the legal betting industry. 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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11:09

Is it possible for Donald Trump to obliterate Iran in...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

Analysis of rising U.S.-Iran tensions, examining whether rapid large scale military destruction is feasible and the broader geopolitical risks involved. 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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9:39

Pakistan’s involvement in the Truce Deal to end...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

We speak to Ian Lesser, based in Brussels, to unpack the geopolitical significance of these mediation efforts by Pakistan, and what it tells us about shifting alliances and diplomatic power in the region. - The US/Israel war on Iran. 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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8:50

SANDF deployment to the Cape Flats: Why has the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

Interview examining the continued gang violence on the Cape Flats despite SANDF deployment, focusing on policing strategy, justice system challenges, and community response. 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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8:14

SANTACO hosting commuter talks amid the fuel hikes

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

Discussion on the impact of sharp fuel price increases on South Africa’s taxi industry, focusing on diesel costs, potential fare hikes, and calls for government support. 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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8:30

Fatal Crash in Camps Bay Claims Cyclist’s Life

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/07

Africa Melane speaks to Neil Robinson, who has been engaging with authorities as investigations continue, to unpack what went wrong and what needs to change to prevent further loss of life on our roads – In of the death of 61-year-old cyclist, Landon LeGrange. 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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8:52

Does Trump have an exit plan for his ‘military...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/02

Mitchell Plitnick, President of ReThinking Foreign Policy, author and policy analyst, speaks to Africa Melane about the question of whether Donald Trump has a clear exit strategy for his military operations in the Middle East. Plitnick raises concerns about the absence of a defined endgame, the risks of prolonged conflict without a political framework, and what a credible exit plan would need to look like in order to avoid further regional instability. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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12:42

What more can government do to mitigate the fuel...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/02

Africa Melane speaks to DDG of Mineral Resources and Petroleum about other ways to mitigate the fuel price hikes 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

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8:25

Johannesburg Mayoral Race

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/02

Africa Melane chats to election analyst Wayne Sussman about the local politics in Johannesburg, and the race for leadership in the upcoming local government elections. 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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10:18

Long distance Travel – easter weekend

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/02

Africa Melane chats to Mathetha Mokonyama about the long distance travel routes over the easter weekend. 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 is

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5:47

Is the Easter getaway slowing down? A live traffic...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/02

Maxine Bezuidenhout, Chief Director of Traffic Management at the Western Cape Government, speaks to Africa Melane from the Huguenot Tunnel, providing a real-time look at traffic volumes as the Easter weekend getaway begins. With thousands typically leaving Cape Town for destinations across the country, she reflects on whether this year’s exodus appears quieter than usual, amid ongoing pressure from rising fuel costs, and what trends authorities are observing on one of the province’s

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