Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
Episodes
Police Brutality and Accountability: Do Body Cams Really Change SAPS Behaviour?
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined now by Professor Lukas Muntingh, Director of the Dullah Omar Institute, who has long tracked issues of police accountability an...
Brain of CapeTalk execution on Afternoon Drive - 02 Feb '26
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mantedieng Mamabolo-Cunningham won the round with a score of 7. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presen...
Tip-off leads to arrest of hijacking suspects
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined now by Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, City of Cape Town, to provide context on the operat...
DA accuses Minister McKenzie of Misleading the Public Over Eastern Cape Name Changes
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined now by Mandilakhe Kwababana, journalist at the Daily Dispatch, who has been covering the story closely and speaking to communit...
Lights On in Barcelona: Fastest Times, Fresh Line-Ups at F1’s 2026 Pre-Season Test
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined now by Hendrick Verwoerd, Formula One writer and correspondent, to unpack the biggest winners and losers from Barcelona, and wh...
Illicit cigarette trade sees smoker numbers grow
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, head of the Africa Centre for Tobacco Industry Monitoring and Policy Research at the University of P...
Zeekoevlei still closed over water quality concerns
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is now joined by Leonardo Manus, Executive Director for Water and Sanitation at the City of Cape Town, to provide the ...
Donald Trump’s renewed threat against
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by James Joseph, Director of The Duty Legacy a British based foreign policy consultancy - specialising in foreign policy and po...
Who are the favourites at the MET?
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Alistair Cohen, respected horse racing commentator, who helps us unpack the key runners, race conditions and where the smart...
Read to rise: The Cape Flats Book Festival
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Roscoe Williams, Programme Director at Read to Rise, who explains how the festival brings together “two worlds so ofte...
Is there middle ground on the immigration issue
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
To help unpack whether these positions are truly irreconcilable — or whether a pragmatic middle ground exists — John Maytham is joined by ...
The Twelfth Night at the Maynardville Theatre
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham chats to director of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, playing at the Maynardville Theatre. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is...
A Discovery of when humans started using poisonous substances as weapons
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Dr. Sven Isaksson, Professor of Archaeological Science at Stockholm University and lead author of the study, to unpack...
Why do athletes, like Carlos Alcaraz and others, reach for pickle juice?
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ross Tucker, high-performance coach and sports scientist, joined John Maytham to discuss why athletes, like Carlos Alcaraz and others, reach for pi...
Why People Believe Misinformation — Even When the Facts Are Clear
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Kelly Fincham, researcher in Journalism and Media at the University of Galway in Ireland, to unpack why misinformation remai...
Inquiry Launched into Iranian Navy’s Role in ‘Will for Peace 2026’ Drill
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Dean Wingrin, military and aviation analyst. He explains why the Defence Department’s decision to appoint retired seni...
Cyril Ramaphosa reacts to interim Madlanga Commission report
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Legal journalist Karyn Maughn speaks to John Maytham about President Cyril Ramaphosa’s reaction to the interim Madlanga Commission report. After...
Ancient Red Claw Painting Could Rewrite the Timeline of Human Creativity
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Professor John Parkington joins John Maytham to talk about the discovery of what is believed to be the world’s oldest cave painting. Afternoon D...
Crackdown on Unsafe Scholar Transport as Western Cape Ramps Up Enforcement
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Western Cape MEC for mobility Isaac Sileku joins John Maytham to discuss plans to make sure – vehicles transporting learners – adhere to a...
Plan B with Rebecca Davis
29 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...
CoCT's plan to use AI cameras to sanction people driving while on a mobile, and/or without a seatbelt
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Andrew Rens about the legality of using AI to catch motorists without seatbelts or driving on their cell phones. Afternoon Driv...
The Stormers return to the Sharks for another
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by John Dobson, Stormers head coach, to reflect on what went wrong, what needs fixing, and how his team plans to bounce back ag...
The threat to imposing tariffs on Chinese vehicles
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to executive director of the Trade Law Centre – Trudi Hartzenberg on a call for proposed tariffs on Chinese vehicles importe...
DA Calls on Police Minister to Account for Failed Body-Cam Plan
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Dr Guy Lamb, criminologist and policing expert, to unpack why body-worn cameras matter, what this delay says about police ac...
The Film and TV industry prepares for the biggest march yet, which begins today
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Jack Devnarain, Chairperson of the South African Guild of Actors, who says the scale of this march reflects the depth of the...
The cancellation of Jeffrey's Bay surfing event and what impact this has on the surfing community in South Africa
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Surfing SA president Isaac February speaks to John Maytham about Jeffery’s Bay being taken off the World Surf league’s Champion tour. Afte...
Street Art – Strand Street crossing’s new design!
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham chats to designer Heather Moore about the new design of the Strand Street crossing. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afterno...
F**k ICE – Minneapolis marches against ICE.
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Marie Louise Strom, a US-based democracy and civic education specialist who previously worked with Idasa and now consults wi...
How did this happen: An officer facing murder, kidnapping and conspiracy charges was promoted to lead Special Forces. • Hennie Van Vuuren | founder and director of Open Secrets
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Hennie van Vuuren, founder and director of Open Secrets, an organisation specialising in accountability, corruption and secu...
Alex Honnold climbs the Taipei 101
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Jay-D Muller, climber and climbing coach. He helps us look beyond the spectacle to the unseen work behind the scenes —...
Docking dog tails
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Don Pinnock, investigative journalist at Daily Maverick. He’s been examining the science, history and law behind tail ...
US scientists use AI to create viruses that kill bacteria
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Professor Gert van Zyl, Head of the Division of Medical Virology and Executive Head of the Department of Pathology at Tygerberg...
No Data Allowed: Why Tennis Stars Ditched Fitness Trackers Mid-Tournament
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham is joined by Dr. Ross Tucker, sports scientist and expert in athlete performance and workload management, to discuss why tennis stars are...
Communities Are Under Siege” – Cape Town Mayor Demands More Policing Powers for City Police
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Geordin Hill-Lewis, Mayor of Cape Town, who argues that the City has already done the groundwork to support SAPS investigations...
Crisis at the NPA and SAPS Raises Alarms for South Africa’s Democracy
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Judge Dennis Davis, South African legal expert, former Judge President of the Competition Appeal Court, and a leading voice on ...
South Africa Introduces New Mobile Data Rules, Including Rollovers and Transfers
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Duncan McCleod, editor at Tech Central, to unpack what these changes really mean for consumers — and why South Africa&rsq...
Health Experts Warn: Detox Diets Don’t Deliver on Their Promises
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Aziwe Booi, prominent dietitian, media nutrition expert and wellness practitioner, about why health professionals are pushing b...
Trump’s impact on World Cup and Olympics
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Mike Will about the possible negative impact US President Donald Trump will have on both this year’s FIFA World Cup and t...
Does Grade R live up to government’s promises?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John Maytham speaks to Dr Jaco Deacon, CEO of the Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools, about the government’s lack of accoun...
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,...