Podcasts about Daily Maverick

John Maytham is joined by Dr Mark Potterton, Principal of Sacred Heart Primary School and Director of the Three2Six Refugee Children’s Education Project to unpack the complex debate around classroom size and pupil performance. Is smaller always better? Not necessarily. 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining John Maytham to break down Rugby’s 20-minute red card rule is Craig Ray, award-winning sports editor at the Daily Maverick, and longtime rugby analyst. 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weekly conversation with Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and around the world 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Maverick journalist, Estelle Ellis, speaks to John Maytham about Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso’s departure from South Africa on Sunday and the implications for any possible appeal against his acquittal on charges of human trafficking and sexual assault. 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by writer, technologist and professor Steven Boykey Sidley to discuss the growing environmental concerns tied to the rapid advancement of generative AI. From electricity demand and water use to the carbon cost of training large-scale models, they explore the hidden ecological footprint behind artificial intelligence. 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. John Maytham speaks to John Davies, Project Co-ordinator for Raptor Conservation and Research at the Endangered Wildlife Trust, following one of the most devastating wildlife poisoning incidents ever recorded in southern Africa. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weekly conversation with Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and social media. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Daily Maverick sports writer Craig Ray about Kagiso Rabada’s recent suspension for a recreational drug violation. They unpack the details of the case, Rabada’s response, the role of Saids, and what the player's return means for South African cricket heading into a crucial international fixture. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to investigative journalist Ray Hartle about a bribery racket at the Mthatha High Court where officials allegedly solicit payments from attorneys for basic administrative tasks like retrieving files allocating dates and transcribing orders. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graeme Raubenheimer is joined by investigative journalist Sam Sole from amaBhungane to unpack his explosive analysis of the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) escalating legal war with Ibex, formerly Steinhoff. 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 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 Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, in an attempt to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live – Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is broadcast weekdays between 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/afternoon-drive-with-john-maytham/audio-podcasts/afternoon-drive-with-john-maytham/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ramabina Mahapa ,a Senior Associate at Concentric Alliance recently penned an opinion piece in the Daily Maverick suggesting that land-buying syndicates could hold the key to transforming the rural economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey converses with Daily Maverick's Pieter-Louis Myburgh, an Investigative Journalist, about Minister Macpherson request for lifestyle audits to be performed on senior management for Independent Development Trust’s (IDT). The IDT which reports to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI), has been in the glare of public scrutiny over alleged malfeasance in the awarding of contracts worth hundreds of millions of rands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. This week on Burning planet, John Maytham is joined by Alistair McInnis, Seabird Conservation Programme Manager at BirdLife South Africa. He’s been at the forefront of this battle to save the African penguins from extinction. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s unexpected visit to South Africa sparked global interest, with both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump phoning President Ramaphosa ahead of the trip. John Maytham speaks to foreign policy analyst Peter Fabricius about the visit’s diplomatic weight, Ramaphosa’s support for an unconditional ceasefire, and what it reveals about South Africa’s role on the global stage. Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Ferial Haffejee, Associate Editor at Daily Maverick, about her incisive analysis of South Africa’s fragile Government of National Unity (GNU). Drawing from her recent article, Haffejee argues that a late-night deal between the National Treasury and the DA, culminating in the withdrawal of a proposed VAT hike, was not just a fiscal decision, but a political lifeline that may have saved the GNU from unravelling Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent article in The Daily Maverick by Kevin Bloom highlighted the work by some of South Africa’s leading environmental lawyers, activists & healers in their quest to have Table Mountain declared a living entity. environmental attorney & director of the leading South African environmental law firm, Cullinan & Associates Inc Cormac Cullinan, human rights and environmental lawyer Pooven Moodley & Mpatheleni Makaulule, founder of the organisation Dzomo la Mupo, a healer in the Makhadzi tradition of the tshiVenda are our guests for this discussion. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Listen live – Views and News with Clarence Ford is broadcast weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/views-and-news-with-clarence-ford/audio-podcasts/views-and-news-with-clarence-ford/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Pieter-Louis Myburgh, Investigative Journalist at Daily Maverick, about their recent explosive investigations. The probe uncovered questionable transactions, including allegations that IDT CEO Tebogo Malaka spent R6 million in cash on three Gauteng properties and over R4 million on luxury vehicles. The investigation also revealed irregularities in IDT contracts worth hundreds of millions of rands. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-breakfast-with-bongani-bingwa/audio-podcasts/702-breakfast-with-bongani-bingwa/ Listen live - 702 Breakfast is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zain Johnson, who’s in for CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King, is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Daily Maverick motoring journalist Melinda Ferguson, who reviews the latest cars on the road and keeps us updated with motor industry news. This week’s car: Mercedes Benz G Wagon. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live – Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King is broadcast Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/weekend-breakfast-with-sara-jayne-makwala-king/audio-podcasts/weekend-breakfast-with-sara-jayne-makwala-king/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Davis joins Dan Corder to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela and the listeners discuss the upcoming Soweto Derby, and listeners respond to a question about when they are proud to be South African. Manyathela also speaks to Daily Maverick Journalist Rebecca Davis to understand her reporting on a fact-finding mission taken by Members of Parliament to Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Burning Planet is the Daily Maverick section devoted to expert environmental opinion and analysis. John Maytham speaks to Dr. Stephanie Klarmann, a researcher in the psychology of conservation and a wildlife photographer with a passion for environmental co-existence and justice. Do we have the capacity to realise a true potential for natural conservation? She guides Cape Talk listeners beyond the statistics to invite collaboration. Can we pull down the systemic injustices that have held each wildlife hunting trophy high?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by Craig Ray, sports editor at Daily Maverick, who has spent decades speaking to elite athletes, coaches, and the parents behind the prodigies. He unpacks the haunting testimony of Jakob Ingebrigtsen, the painful paradox of success driven by fear, and what lessons all parents can take away—whether your kid is training for the Olympics or just trying to make the school team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weekly conversation with Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and in social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Dominique Olivier, writer and columnist for the Daily Maverick, about the rise in thrifting and why Gen Z are considered the true pioneers of thrifting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining John Maytham to break down the Blitzboks’ campaign—and whether they can turn things around in LA—is Keanan Hemmonsbey, sportswriter at the Daily Maverick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks to Pieter-Louis Myburgh, Investigative Journalist, Daily Maverick, about the SA Reserve Bank’s Prudential Authority wanting to liquidate KZN-based Ithala SOC amid major concerns over the state-owned lender’s finances. Pieter-Louis unpacks the recent court application and investigates a questionable Ithala loan involving Dr Mkhize’s wife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Daily Maverick motoring journalist Melinda Ferguson, who reviews the latest cars on the road and keeps us up-to-date with motor industry news. This week’s car: Ford Ranger Tremor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks Ferial Haffajee, senior journalist at Daily Maverick and one of South Africa’s most respected political voices, to unpack the GNU in the current South African political climate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this follow-up episode to Part 1 (if you didn't listen to Part 1 - go back and listen to it) - Robbie wanted to talk to someone else that has been on the ground in this part of the world, to hear an eye-witness account of what is happening. Robbie is joined by Ed Stoddard, a journalist out of South Africa for the Daily Maverick, to follow up on Mike Labuschagne's episode about Kasungu National Park in Malawi. Ed, in this episode, recounts his personal invitation from Mike to come see the travesty happening on the Zambian side of the border. Ed witnessed first hand the effect of these elephants, which was the largest translocation of elephants ever attempted, and the impact it is having on the people living next to the park on the Zambian and Malawi sides.  Get to know the guest: https://www.fieldsportschannel.tv/fieldsportschannelpodcast99/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4690794/Dramatic-moment-notorious-ivory-poachers-gang-caught.html Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@bloodorigins.com Support our Conservation Club Members! Kwalata: https://kwalata.com/ Dog & Gun Coffee: https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/  Monarch Marketing See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foreign affairs journalist Peter Fabricius joins John Maytham to unpack South Africa’s recent diplomatic visit to Washington. Led by Dirco’s Zane Dangor, the delegation met with senior US officials to address concerns about the Expropriation Act and clarify Pretoria’s broader policy agenda. Fabricius explains how the meetings countered US misconceptions, shaped by lobbying from groups like AfriForum, and reaffirmed South Africa’s constitutional commitment to equity, land reform and the rule of law. The discussion also touches on SA’s G20 priorities and the complex state of US–SA relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Journalist Estelle Ellis joins John Maytham to unpack the controversy surrounding Bergview College principal Jaco Pieterse. As AfriForum’s Gerrie Nel defends Pieterse against social media allegations linking him to the rape of a 7-year-old girl, Ellis explores the legal case, the public reaction, and growing calls for stricter school staff vetting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Steven Boykey Sidley, Professor of practice at JBS at the University of Johannesburg, Daily Maverick columnist, and author of It’s Mine: How the Crypto Industry Is Redefining Ownership, about the buzz surrounding Microsoft’s recent announcement of a new quantum computing chip dubbed Majorana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Daily Maverick motoring journalist Melinda Ferguson, who reviews the latest cars on the road and keeps us updated with motor industry news. This week’s cars: Volvo XC09 T8 and the Volvo EX90 XM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Maverick journalist Rebecca Davis joins Amy MacIver to unpack her exclusive exposé revealing a power struggle inside the Kolisi Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. This week, we speak to Julia Evans, Daily Maverick writer, about Solar power being the only viable solution for South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy MacIver speaks with Daily Maverick journalist Peter Fabricius about the surprise nomination of Leo Brent Bozell III as US ambassador to South Africa. They delve into Bozell’s controversial background, the side lining of Joel Pollak, and what this unexpected pick means for diplomacy and US-SA relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Maciver speaks to Dominique Olivier, a writer who has explored this generational shift, to unpack whether Gen Z’s workplace struggles are due to their shortcomings - or the failure of traditional work environments to evolve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Daily Maverick motoring journalist Melinda Ferguson who reviews the latest cars on the road and keeps us updated with motor industry news. This week’s car: new Audi Q8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. This week, we speak to Don Pinnock, South African writer, investigative journalist, and photographer about the memory of top SA cheetah scientist Vincent van der Merwe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder speaks to Nonkululeko Njilo, political reporter, for insight into what this trial means for Zuma-Sambudla, the MK Party, and South Africa’s political climate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara-Jayne speaks to the associate editor at Daily Maverick, Brooks Spector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Daily Maverick motoring journalist Melinda Ferguson who reviews the latest cars on the road and keeps us updated with motor industry news. This week’s car: HONDA Elevate Eleg CVT 1.5LSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Daily Maverick journalist Bheki Simelane about why Turbufos remains widely available despite the crackdown on spaza shops. If authorities are cracking down, why hasn’t this toxic product disappeared from shelves? Who’s supplying it, and why is enforcement falling short? Tune in for a deep dive into the persistence of this deadly pesticide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Burning Planet is Daily Maverick’s section dedicated to expert environmental opinion and analysis. Each Friday on The Afternoon Drive, we partner up to discuss a pressing environmental issue. This week, John Maytham is joined by award-winning journalist Estelle Ellis to discuss the March 5, 2025, incident in which four elephants were involved in a truck accident on Olifantskop Pass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, sports editor for Daily Maverick. Craig has been closely following the financial troubles at WPRFU and will break down the key players, the failed deals, and what’s next for Newlands and the union itselfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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 - To explore the fascinating story behind the Joule’s rise and fall, and its unexpected revival, we speak to Don Pinnock, South African writer, investigative journalist, and photographer, who has followed the Joule’s journey from its ambitious beginnings to its rediscovery in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by Steven Boykey Sidley, professor of practice at JBS, University of Johannesburg, columnist-at-large for Daily Maverick, and partner at Bridge Capital, to explore how Donald Trump’s leadership and rhetoric on climate change could impact the solar industry. Despite Trump’s dismissal of climate concerns as a “giant hoax,” solar energy is on track to dominate global energy markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey speaks to Yeshiel Panchia, a reporter with Daily Maverick with a focus on Business and Investigations, about the possible reasons why Trump is so fixated with South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. Mass honey bee deaths are threatening South Africa’s agricultural industry, with beekeepers facing devastating losses due to pesticide poisoning. John Maytham speaks with Chris Nicklin, Chairman of The Western Cape Bee Industry Association, about the alarming rise in bee poisonings, the reckless use of agricultural chemicals, and what this means for food security, biodiversity, and the economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 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. - This week, John Maytham is joined by Dr Tommy Ryan-Keogh to discuss the CSIR’s study on Phyto-Plankton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.