Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
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Who are we, we the People of South Africa?
March 05, 2024 13:55 - 8 minutes - 7.79 MBDr Michael Kahn is an independent policy adviser and honorary research fellow in the Centre for Research on Evaluation, Science and Technology at Stellenbosch University. He invites listeners to consider how it is that we identify as "the people" of South Africa - together and as individuals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why do doctors have issues with medical aids?
March 05, 2024 13:41 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBDr Young is a private practice ENT surgeon, serving the Knysna / Plettenberg Bay area and he joins John to highlight concerns about the medical aid industry shared by doctors and patients alike. Why do doctors resent medical aids providers? And why should we be wary if our doctor is identified as a 'designated service provider'? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cycle Tour
March 04, 2024 16:42 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBDavid Bellairs is The Director of The Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust and he joins John in anticipation of The 46th Cape Town Cycle Tour, the biggest timed bike race in the world, due to take place on Sunday, 10 March 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Cadre Deployment Debate
March 04, 2024 15:39 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBPremier Alan Winde joins John to consider the cadre deployment debate. To what extent can and should politics be separated from power for the purpose of effective leadership, and how can this be legally enforced, ethically implemented and honestly monitored? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Road to the 2024 Elections
March 04, 2024 15:35 - 7 minutes - 6.64 MBDaily Maverick Associate Editor, Ferial Haffajee joins John to consider the outcomes of today’s heated ANC debate over whether to include members implicated in corruption and misconduct on its election lists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Friday Knysna Council Report on the State of the Town
March 04, 2024 14:54 - 5 minutes - 5.17 MBZoe Fick, a Reporter for the Knysna Plett Herald, discusses the recent Knysna Council meeting where a 'Diagnostic Assessment and Support Plan' from the provincial government was adopted. She outlines what this plan entails and what the community can anticipate from its implementation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why our future will be won or lost together?
March 04, 2024 14:48 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBProfessor Ian Goldin joins John to explore 'Age of the City: Why our Future will be Won or Lost Together,' named one of the Financial Times' Best Economics Books of 2023. The book underscores the critical importance of cities in tackling global challenges such as inequality, social fragmentation, pandemics, and climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The origins of Zuma's MK party
March 04, 2024 14:23 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBAndré Pienaar is the Chief Executive and the Founder of C5 Capital, a specialist venture capital firm that invests in cybersecurity, space and energy security with offices in Washington DC, London, Luxembourg and Vienna. He joins John to explain his recent assertion that Zuma's new political party, MK, poses a threat to South Africa's democracy, sponsored by foreign interests, particularly the Russian GRU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Corruption watch flags abuse of schools by governing bodies
March 04, 2024 14:03 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBMelusi Ncala, Acting Lead Coordinator for Stakeholder Relations and Campaigns at Corruption Watch, joins John to discuss a report revealing numerous allegations of theft, fraud, extortion, and financial misuse within South African school governing bodies (SGBs). The report highlights nearly 3,500 cases of unlawful conduct reported, shedding light on corruption issues plaguing the education sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The German Report into Eskom
March 04, 2024 13:55 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBChris Yelland is an Energy analyst, consultant, electrical engineer, public speaker, writer and managing director at EE Business Intelligence (Pty) Ltd and he joins John to consider the findings of a 600-page report by German experts on Eskom reveals a dire state of affairs in the management structure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘Brain fog’ from long Covid has measurable impact, study suggests
March 04, 2024 13:39 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MBProf Paul Elliott is The Director of The Real-time Assessment of Community Transmission (REACT) programme, one of the largest pieces of research looking at how the COVID-19 pandemic is progressing in England. He joins John to share the findings of a study that suggests that people with long Covid experience measurable memory and cognitive deficits equivalent to a difference of about six IQ points. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Stormers ‘car crash’ defeat
March 04, 2024 13:30 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MBGuest: John Dobson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desmond And The Tutus (W/ Bam Bam Brown) LIVE At District, Cape Town
March 01, 2024 17:02 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBDesmond and the Tutus are in town and Lead Singer Shane Durrant joins Mike to invite listeners to tonight’s performance at the iconic District nightclub in Cape Town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Council chaos at Ekurhuleni, Change Ends Now, Challenges for small parties
March 01, 2024 15:29 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBKhaya Sithole joins Mike to consider the politics of the day. He is a chartered accountant, activist, and academic and he shares insights and commentary on topics spanning politics, economics, finance, and social justice through his writing and social media presence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#AnHourWith Sandra Schultz
March 01, 2024 15:05 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBSandra Schultz joins Mike to chat about what you can expect on Sunday when she will take over the playlist in another edition of #AnHourWith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Council chaos at Ekurhuleni
March 01, 2024 14:25 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBEWN’S Alpha Ramushwana joins Mike to relay his first-hand account of the dispute between the ANC and the EFF in the Ekurhuleni Council meeting that escalated into verbal conflict following the EFF's proposal for a 30-minute caucus recess amid discussions about amending the terms of the motion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our Burning Planet: A concerning increase in rhino poaching in 2023
March 01, 2024 14:20 - 6 minutes - 5.85 MBOur Burning Planet, a Daily Maverick section dedicated to environmental analysis, collaborates with the Afternoon Drive every Friday. In this week's discussion, Ed Stoddard joins Mike to explore Barbara Creecy's focus on the government's efforts to reassess its strategies in combating rhino poaching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Weighty Issue: South Africa's Obesity Epidemic
March 01, 2024 13:38 - 7 minutes - 7.29 MBDr Mashudu Manafe is Acting Head of Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and she joins Mike to discuss the findings of considerable research into obesity as a public health problem and the perceptions and beliefs that play a significant role in preventing and managing it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is South Africa experiencing a vet shortage?
February 29, 2024 15:24 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBMike turns to Dr Paul van der Merwe, The President of The South African Veterinary Association, for further clarity as to the severe pressures experienced within the Veterinary Profession as expressed by a letter from a concerned listener. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An inspiring empowerment initiative: The Khayelitsha Cookie Company
February 29, 2024 14:41 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MBAdri Williams is the Managing Director and Co-Owner of Khayelitsha Cookies and she joins Mike to invite support to an initiative that creates employment by employing previously unemployed ladies mainly from Khayelitsha and surrounding Western Cape poverty-stricken areas. www.kcco.co.za What’s App https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaEYEVr0AgWEO9SLw30W See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The SAA Saga – An Idiots Guide
February 29, 2024 14:26 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MBGuy Leitch, Publisher & Editor of SA Flyer Magazine, joins Mike to provide insight into the recent showdown between Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan and the parliamentary committee. Gordhan ultimately released confidential documents related to the SAA sale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should cell phones be allowed at school?
February 29, 2024 13:40 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBBronagh Hammond joins Mike from The Western Cape Education Department to clarify as to how South African schools should handle the management of pupil’s use of cell phones at school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The URC Derby: Anticipation builds for Saturday's clash
February 28, 2024 16:17 - 4 minutes - 4.21 MBStormers coach John Dobson joins John in the build-up to The Vodacom United Rugby Championship which will be the main focus this weekend due to the bye week in the Guinness Six Nations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matthew Mole Kirstenbosch Sunday 18 Feb
February 16, 2024 16:12 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBMatthew Joseph Mole is a South African singer-songwriter from Cape Town, South Africa. He is the winner of the South African Music Awards record of the year 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Western Cape experts appeal for end to health budget cuts
February 16, 2024 15:40 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MBDr Lydia Cairncross is the Head of the Department of Surgery at The University of Cape Town and she joins John as the first name on a list of over 1,200 healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff in the Western Cape that have collectively penned an open letter to urge the government to to halt the detrimental budget reductions within the provincial department. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The MK Party gains power in KZN
February 16, 2024 15:29 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MBPolitical journalist Wayne Sussman joins John to explain that the MK party continued from where it left off in its recent debut by-election by taking votes off the IFP, and now the ANC, to give both established parties a fright in a marginal IFP seat in uPhongolo, KwaZulu-Natal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Criminal syndicate” inside the Lottery says SIU
February 16, 2024 14:37 - 9 minutes - 8.53 MBGroundUp Journalist Raymond Joseph joins John to break down the Criminal syndicate that has been exposed by a three-year investigation that has revealed collusion between Lottery officials, former board members, lawyers and non-profit organisations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our Burning Planet: Cites Rethink Analysis
February 16, 2024 14:31 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBOur Burning Planet is the Daily Maverick section devoted to expert environmental opinion and analysis. We partner up each Friday on the Afternoon Drive to discuss a burning issue. Tony Gerrans Executive Director of HIS Africa joins John to explain the stance that the trade of wild animals is due for a major rethink for biodiversity’s sake’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
DHL Stormers 23 against the Sharks Saturday 16th Feb
February 16, 2024 14:13 - 6 minutes - 6.25 MBStormers coach John Dobson joins John to consider the feature of changes that the team brings back to the match after a three-week break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After almost 2 weeks without power, central Karoo towns have electricity again
February 15, 2024 16:10 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBGuest: Riaan Geel Resident & Community Leader See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Presidents Reply SONA
February 15, 2024 15:38 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBGuest: Political Analyst PROF Ntsikelelo breakfast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Girls & Porn – Prof Deevia Bhana, a professor in gender and childhood sexuality
February 15, 2024 15:02 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBGuest: Prof Deevia Bhana See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Presidents Reply SONA
February 15, 2024 14:34 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MBGuest: Babalo Ndenze See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SANDF scraps speculation, opts for probe into mortar bomb that killed 2 soldiers in DRC
February 15, 2024 14:21 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBGuest: Pikkie Greef- SANDU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SAA Repeal Bill
February 15, 2024 14:10 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MBGuest: LINDEN BURNS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Badly run municipalities & property values
February 15, 2024 14:04 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBGuest: John Jack- CEO of Galetti Corporate Real Estate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How renewable energy could pose a threat to environment
February 14, 2024 15:38 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBJohn Maytham speaks to Dr Oliver Cowan, a conservation scientist with the Endangered Wildlife Trust, about the potential negative effect on the environment of renewable and green energy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IEC/DIRCO
February 14, 2024 15:28 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBJohn Maytham speaks to Helen Zille, chair of the Democratic Alliance's federal council about their fight to ensure voters abroad have access to voting stations, so they can cast their ballot in the upcoming national elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Enhanced Games
February 14, 2024 14:46 - 8 minutes - 8 MBSports scientists Ross Tucker speaks to John Maytham about the Enhanced Games, where there will be no drug testing, and athletes will be allowed to use performance enhancing substances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
COCT Household Survey
February 14, 2024 14:39 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MBJohn Maytham speaks to Hugh Cole, the City of Cape Town's Director for Policy and Strategy about the upcoming household survey being conducted by the City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
COTY Short List
February 14, 2024 14:28 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MBMotoring journalist Kumbi Mtshakazi, speaks to John Maytham about the finalists in the various categories in the South African Car of the Year competition See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SARU Private Equity Partner
February 14, 2024 14:18 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MBSenior sportswriter for News24, Heinz Schenk speaks to John Maytham about how the Springboks are on the brink of an equity deal with an Amercian investor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The President’s response to the SONA debate
February 13, 2024 15:48 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBGuest: EWN’s Lindsay Dentlinger See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celebrate World Radio Day with a Brave Producer in Chad
February 13, 2024 15:32 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBOn World Radio Day, Africa turns to a brave community radio producer situated in Liwa, Chad. Mahamat Moustapha Maïnou is the Producer and Presenter of the Debate Show 'Kura Bari' on NDARASON radio, and a firm believer of the power of community radio on our continent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
South Africa sends 2,900 troops to the DRC
February 13, 2024 14:26 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBHelmoed-Römer Heitman a South African author and commentator on military affairs and he joins Africa to consider the motivation for and implications of South Africa’s plan to deploy 2,900 troops as its contribution to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) force tasked with addressing armed groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A final call for Vodacom in the ‘Please Call Me’ saga
February 13, 2024 13:40 - 8 minutes - 8.09 MBTech Journalist Toby Shapshak joins Africa to discuss the latest chapter in the two decade ‘Please Call Me’ saga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parents rally outside Cape Town school following student stabbing
February 13, 2024 13:28 - 8 minutes - 7.63 MBKerry Mauchline is Spokesperson to Western Cape Minister of Education at Western Cape Government and she joins Africa with a response to the protest by parents at JG Meiring High School against both the principal and the provincial education department for a lack of any response to their concerns about their children’s safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stellenbosch student accommodation
February 13, 2024 06:31 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MBPippa Hudson speaks to Michelle Le Roux about Stellenbosch's student accommodation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why are we seeing daily strikes in Germany?
February 12, 2024 16:21 - 5 minutes - 5.47 MBProf Andre Thomashausen is a Prof Emeritus of International Law (Unisa) and joins Pippa to provide clarity on the recent spate of strikes seen in Germany. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Waiting for Smith" at Hout Bay Ingoma Choir at "Uthando" Summer Concerts
February 12, 2024 16:12 - 6 minutes - 5.98 MBGuest: British Singer songwriter Harry Lloyd, aka "Waiting for Smith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.