Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Professor Yossi Mekelberg, international relations analyst at Chatham House, to unpack what this new Board of Peace actually is...

Books with John Maytham 23 January 2026

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join us to take a look at what books John Maytham found interesting this week! Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTal...

What are the chances of Patrice Motsepe becoming the ANC’s next President?

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Ferial Haffajee, senior journalist at the Daily Maverick, to assess whether Motsepe genuinely stands a chance of becoming the A...

The Battle of Rorkes Drift

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Shiloh Noone, war researcher and CapeTalk presenter, to unpack how just over 150 British and colonial troops, under the command...

Rethinking how we rebuild the Kruger National Park, following an expensive destruction

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Willie Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, who says the Kruger is increasingly becoming a “natur...

“No Safe Level?” Dr Apffelstaedt Challenges WHO’s Alcohol Alarmism

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Dr Justus Apffelstaedt, a specialist surgeon and medical researcher, who has taken a critical look at the science behind alcoho...

Response to Professor Irvin Kinne’s claims and update on Southern Cape water situation and wildfires

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Premier Alan Winde joins John Maytham to give a response to Prof Irvin Kinnes – who accused the Premier of not caring about black and brown live...

Was the train crash at False Bay station caused by a boom error?

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Raymond Maseko, Western Cape Regional Manager at PRASA, as the rail agency investigates what went wrong and whether there was a...

City-SANRAL cooperation on maintenance and management of traffic signals

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Niel Bosch, Head of Transport Network Management within Urban Mobility – Transport Planning and Network Management, about...

The Operah Singer: In Conversation with Fiona Ramsay

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Fiona Ramsay, acclaimed South African actress, who delivers a powerful and emotionally charged performance alongside the honey-...

Plan B with Rebecca Davis

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebec...

Safety and security challenges of scholar transport in South Africa

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

DESCRIPTION: Dr Babra Duri authored a report on scholar transport in South Africa. The report highlights shortfalls in legislation around transport fo...

Stormers Target Defensive Improvement Ahead of Sharks Clash

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to John Dobson, Head Coach of the Stormers, who shares insights on how the team is preparing for this high-stakes encounter agains...

UN report – Water Bankruptcy

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Prof Mike Muller about a UN report on water scarcity across the globe. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-tal...

More than 600 people left homeless by Masiphumelele Fire

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 Masiphumelele Resident Vuyiswa Caine explains to John Maytham that she’s lost everything in a recent fire that tore through the area. Pre...

What are the motives for Arson?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham chats to fire investigator Patrick Ryan on what motivates someone to commit arson. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-...

Is UNISA the Only Distance Learning Provider? Questions Around Access to Tertiary Education

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speak to Professor Jonathan Jansen, Professor in Education at Stellenbosch University, who shares his insights on the potential and limit...

Global Survey Finds Growing Support for a Citizen-Elected World Parliament

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to director of Democracy without Borders Executive Director Andreas Bummel - about a study showcasing people being interested in t...

Why Some Men Turn Violent: UWC Study Examines the Roots of Intimate Partner Abuse

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Dr Mpho Motseki, Professor in the Department of Women and Gender Studies at the University of the Western Cape, whose research ...

Cape Town Father and Son Build Record-Breaking 657km/h Home-Made Drone

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Mike and Luke Bell, the minds behind Peregreen, who share the story of how their collaboration turned ambition into record-brea...

Not enough university space for new matriculants

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Dr Phethiwe Matutu, CEO of Universities South Africa, about the scale of the challenge, the systems in place to ensure fair and...

Should SA cut ties with Iran?

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Freelance journalist Phillip De Wet explains, South Africa is a country that has a human rights focus – meaning it cannot do business with iran....

Europe says won’t be blackmailed by Trump’s tariff threat

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham chats to Distinguished Fellow - German Marshall Fund of the US in Brussels, Ian Lesser about the US attempts to take over Greenland. Pre...

Alderman JP Smith on the couple who was attacked on Lions Head

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Alderman JP Smith, MAYCO Member for Safety and Security in the Western Cape, in response to those allegations, and to ask what ...

Is BMI an accurate reflection of health

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To unpack this, John Maytham is joined by Tayla du Plessis, Dietician at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, who helps us understand why BMI...

Artemis II prepares to launch

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Tiaan Strydom, Acting Executive Director of Space Operations at the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), about why Artemis II miss...

Eight Dead in Philippi East Shebeen Shooting: Suspects Still at Large

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Professor Irvin Kinnes, a criminologist, to unpack what this attack tells us about organised violence, extortion networks and t...

SANDF Command Questioned After Iran Naval Exercise Dispute

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Helmoed Heitman, defence analyst, to unpack what this episode reveals about deeper dysfunction within the SANDF — from bl...

Bird’s eye view of firefighting (remind ½ hourbefore)

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Peter Jackson, pilot and engineer with Leading-Edge Aviation, about the precision, skill, and dedication required to fly over a...

Autistic Barbie: Inclusive Step Forward or Missed Opportunity?

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Leryke Kleynhaans about whether this launch is a step in the right direction for inclusion, or if it leaves gaps that we should...

Stabbed on Lion’s Head: A Hike Turns Violent as Safety Fails

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Paul Anley, a CapeTalk listener and victim of the attack, who says the violence was followed by what he describes as a disjoint...

Zuma Warns R28.9m Legal Fees Order Could Undermine Fair Trial

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined by Karyn Maughan, News24 Parliamentary correspondent, who will explain what this appeal could mean for Zuma, the National Prose...

Books with John Maytham

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join John Maytham as he previews his favourite books for the week – stay tuned book lovers! Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned...

Ex Minister Dion George vs The Democratic Alliance

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Daniel Silke about the fallout from Dion George’s very public exit, what it reveals about the DA’s internal politic...

The Farmhand’s Son — Capturing Heritage in a Single Frame

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to William Sheepskin, the Cape Town photographer behind “The Farmhand’s Son”, about the journey that led him to ...

Drinking and Driving: What the New Legal Limit Means for South Africans

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy, about what a zero-tolerance alcohol limit would mean for drivers — and whether South A...

Maths paper 1 data matching: In conversation with Umalusi

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham chats to Umalusi Spokesperson Biki Lepota about the final matric exams – specifically the complaints around Maths paper 1. Present...

IDT resignations after Daily Maverick bribe video

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 Investigative journalist Pieter – Louis Myburgh chats to John Maytham about the recent resignations at the IDT. Presenter John Maytham is ...

Supporting grassroots transformation: Common good

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Polly Murphy, CEO of Common Good, about the organisation’s work on the ground and its collaboration with schools like Sil...

Robertson Out: Player Unrest Ends Scott Robertson’s All Blacks Reign

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, Daily Maverick Sports Editor, to unpack what went wrong — and what comes next for the All Blacks, after the sa...

What compromise is the Minister of Finance looking for with regards to the NHI?

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to activist Mark Heywood about, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana calling for negotiations on the NHI to take place outside of cou...

Plan B with Rebecca Davis

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebec...

Unanswered: My Father’s Death and the Questions That Remain

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Ian Von Memerty, musician and writer, about his father’s death and the questions it left behind. Presenter John Maytham i...

Eyes Forward: Dobson Already Planning for a Massive Leicester Clash

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to John Dobson, Stormers head coach, to unpack the mood in the camp and how the team is resetting ahead of a massive clash in Cape...

Floods in Limpop and the effect on Kruger National Park

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Reynold Thakuli about the floods in Limpopo, affecting the Kruger National Park. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-...

Antacids for the Ocean: A Bold and Controversial Climate Experiment

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Roelof Burger, Director of the Centre for Global Change at North-West University, to unpack whether medicating the ocean is a n...

No excuses, just drive! 100% pass rate for Silikamva High School in ImiZamo Yethu Hout Bay.

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Silikamva High School, Deputy Principal Geoge Gwazawafa about the school making history and what it meant for the school and it...

The great digital tax robbery

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Lance Collop, Chartered Tax Adviser and founder of the Collop Tax Collective, to unpack why South Africa may need to defy US pr...

The Royal Portfolio Hospitality Group

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Liz Biden, Founder and CEO of The Royal Portfolio, about the origins of the group, its family legacy, and the values that conti...

Passport Power: Where South Africans Can Travel Visa-Free in 2026

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham chats to News24 Journalist Andrew Thompson about the number of countries South African’s can visit without a visa. Presenter John ...

Diplomatic Ripples After Iran Exits SA Naval Exercise

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined by Daily Maverick journalist, Peter Fabricius, to discuss Iran pulling out of SA’s joint naval exercise and the political...

Gulf Power Play: UAE and Saudi Arabia Vie for South Africa’s Favour

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Qaanitah Hunter, political journalist at News24, about the Gulf dynamics and SA’s diplomatic role. Presenter John Maytham...

ConCourt Rejects NMB Claim in Toddler Drowning Case

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Estelle Ellis, journalist at the Daily Maverick, to discuss the Concourts dismissal of the Municpalities claim that the parents...

An analysis of our 2026 Matric results

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Rebecca Selkirk, Stellenbosch-based researcher specializing in Matric achievements and trends. Rebecca sheds light on the facto...

Coming Off Slimming Jabs: Why the Weight Comes Back Faster

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Dr Sam West, lead author on the study and a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Oxford. He highlights key findings fro...

Targeted Lion Poaching on the Rise: An Existential Threat to Africa’s Lions

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Joining John Maytham to unpack these findings is Dr. Samantha Nicholson, Senior Conservation Scientist in the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Carniv...

Iran regime cracks down on protesters amid Trump threats

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Paul Rogers, an Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University in the United Kingdom, about the potential implicati...

How will the DA deal with their infighting?

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined now by Tony Leon, former Member of the National Assembly of South Africa, to unpack the ongoing turmoil. Leon will provide insi...

Knysna heading to its own Day Zero

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Jan van der Westhuizen, chairperson of the Greater Knysna Business Chamber, about the impact the town’s water shortage is...

Tik Tok threat to local politics: How can we work our way around it?

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined now by Jonny Steinberg, writer and scholar at Yale University’s Council on African Studies, to unpack how TikTok is resha...

Will Higher Alcohol Prices Reduce Drinking?

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham speaks to Professor Susan Goldstein, Associate Professor at the SAMRC Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science – PRICELESS,...

City promises a Dunoon site 5 upgrade, following the fire

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined now by Carl Pophaim, the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, to unpack what the City&rsqu...

What are happening with the pupils that still need placement at schools for 2026?

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Maytham is joined now by Bronagh Hammond, Head of Communications at the Western Cape Education Department, to unpack how the WCED plans to meet t...

Planning the Trip Before You Go: Inside Harvey World Travel’s New Travel Wallet

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Kele Lekalake, Executive Manager at Harvey World Travel, who explains how the Travel Wallet works. Think of it as a personal tra...

Crash, Rage, Reality: Inside a Dakar Rally Driver’s Viral Breakdown

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To help us unpack the science behind these moments, Amy MacIver is joined by Dr Henning Gericke, a sports psychologist with years of experience workin...

The hazardous Navy Bunkers in Simons Town: What does this say about South Africa’s defence posture

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Dean Wingrin, a seasoned defence analyst. Dean breaks down what these deteriorating Navy bunkers in Simons Town mean for operati...

Gift of the Givers Steps in as Wildfires Rage Across Kouga

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To give us insight into the scale of the response and the challenges faced on the ground in Kouga, Amy MacIver speaks to Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman, Founder ...

What Australian teens are feeling after one month of the social media ban

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To help us unpack what this early backlash means, and whether the ban is legally sound or practically enforceable, Amy MacIver is joined by Emma Sadli...

Looking at our Tourist numbers throughout the Festive period

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To help us make sense of the 2025 numbers, the nationalities of tourists visiting, and their favourite spots in and around Cape Town, Amy MacIver spea...

Two Oceans Aquarium Pulls Off Record 1-Ton Sunfish Rescue

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Martine Viljoen, Marine Wildlife Manager and marine conservationist at the Two Oceans Aquarium. Martine will explain what goes i...

The South African scouts' programme: In studio with the Scouts

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Nimmy Abrahams, Western Cape Regional Commissioner for SA Scouts, who shares insight into the wide-ranging programmes on offer. ...

Loaded for Bear: Mozambique’s Crisis and the Trump Factor

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined by Ed Stoddard, a seasoned freelance journalist with deep experience reporting across Africa, joins us to unpack why Mozambique ...

150 Evicted as Police Arrest Bryanston Property Hijacker

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined by Alex Patrick, crime and courts journalist with News24,  who helps us unpack what’s behind this dramatic case &mdas...

From Gaming to War: How Russia Recruited South Africans on Discord

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined by Antony Sguazzin, senior writer at Bloomberg News and former managing editor for sub-Saharan Africa. He’ll shed light on...

Are Data Centres Killing the Planet — and Should We Send Them to Space?

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Toby Shapshak, editor of Stuff, about the staggering environmental impact of data centers and the growing discussion of moving t...

Matric results set to be published, despite the regulatory appeal

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Jonathan Jansen, Distinguished Professor of Education at Stellenbosch University and President of the South African Academy of S...

From Court to Coach: John-Laffnie de Jager’s Winning Journey

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to John-Laffnie de Jager, former South African tennis star and head coach of Team World, about his journey leading his team to vict...

Mzansi’s Workers: Can They Unite — and Change Politics?

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To unpack what worker unity could mean for politics in Mzansi, Amy MacIver speaks to Stephen Grootes, Money Show host at Radio 702. With years of expe...

Power, Politics and the Price of Wildlife

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To unpack the fallout for wildlife conservation, local communities, and the broader ecosystem, Amy MacIver speaks to Dr Adam Cruise, wildlife writer a...

A Dangerous Precedent? Unpacking Trump’s Venezuela Intervention

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver turns to Raphael Tsavkko Garcia, a geopolitical and international relations expert, to unpack what these developments mean for Venezuela, ...

Light at the End of the Tunnel: Eskom Talks Electricity Price Relief

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver turns to Prof Vally Padayachee, a power and energy expert, former executive manager at Eskom, and former senior executive at City Power Jo...

From SA to the Big Screen: David Delivers Powerful Animated Cinema

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To understand how a South African studio pulled off such an ambitious project, Amy MacIver speaks to Phil Cunningham, film maker and co-founder of Sun...

China at the Helm: Naval Drills Underway off South Africa’s Coast

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Dean Wingrin, defence analyst, who will shed light on the  Naval exercise’s purpose, the significance of China leadin...

The City of Cape Town’s right of reply: The water quality in Helderberg

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With Amy MacIver to unpack the City’s position on Helderberg’s water issues and clarify what’s being done, Gregg Oelofse will speak ...

Listening to Walls Wear Off Their Colour

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To take us inside this evocative and visually arresting work, Amy MacIver is  joined by Maya Zbib — Lebanese actress, director and writer, ...

Plastic packaging

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To help unpack what makes plastic packaging good or bad for the environment — and what needs to change to improve recycling — Amy MacIver ...

From SIU to NPA: What Mothibi’s NDPP Appointment Means

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined by Karyn Maughan, investigative journalist at News24, who has been closely following developments around the NDPP appointment &n...

SA20 cross over with Keiryn Thompson

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is  joined live by Kieryn Thompson, EWN sports broadcaster, who is at the game to give us the latest from the stadium. Kieryn will br...

Fifty Years of TV: Where the SABC Went Wrong

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is  joined now by Duncan McLeod, Editor of TechCentral, to unpack how the SABC lost its way over the past 50 years — and what i...

Teacher Takes on the System: Wesley Neumann’s Legal Battle Against WCED Heads Heads to Labour Court

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver speaks to Vernon Seymour, Neumann’s attorney from the Special Action Committee-Education, to unpack what this next stage in the Labo...

Key policy areas the South African government must prioritise to boost its agriculture in 2026

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined now by Wandile Sihlobo, agricultural economist, Chief Economist at Agbiz and Senior Research Fellow at Presenter John Maytham is...

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

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Meet the new CEO of the Waterfront: In conversation with Graham Wood, new CEO of Waterfront

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 Capetoni...

ow Fragile is ATNS

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 stat...

Swimming for Survival: A World Record Holder Takes on False Bay for the SPCA

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 chan...

A look ahead at the sporting events we can look out for in 2026

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 int...

Trump administration to put Venezuela’s president on trial

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To unpack the global implications of this dramatic escalation, Amy MacIver is joined by Professor John Stremlau, Honorary Professor of International R...

From Streams to Streets: iShowSpeed’s Viral South African Moment

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To unpack what this moment means for South Africa’s digital identity, creator economy, and future of content, Amy MacIver is joined by Ross Jane...

What to know about the red tide?

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Amy MacIver is joined by Maryke Musson, marine scientist and aquaculture specialist. She explains that red tides are caused by blooms of microscopic a...

Investigation into Meta’s plan to hide some scam ads

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...