Views and News with Clarence Ford
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Water Crisis Warning: SA Could Run Dry by 2030 Without Urgent Action says Water Research Commission
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Zain Johnson spoke to the Water Research Commission about concerns that SA will run out of water by 2030 Views and News with Cla...
Please no fireworks for New Years eve
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No fireworks for New Years Eve please- SPCA spokesperson Belinda Abrahams from the SPCA called on communities to say NO to fireworks and prioritise th...
Women for Change wins Daily Maverick’s “Movement Of The Year”
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sabrina Walter, Exec Director Women 4 Change spoke to Clarence Ford about the organization winning Daily Maverick’s “Movem...
30 000 Teachers Gone: Who Will Teach South Africa’s Children by 2030
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Natalie Rabson, career counselling at Boston City Campus spoke to Clarence Ford on the teacher crisis in SA and how the loss of teachers is ...
Keeping Children Safe, Supported, and Smiling This Holiday Season
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ghairunisa Johnstone-Cassiem, director of Mustadafin Foundation spoke to Clarence Ford on the importance of keeping kids safe and ...
Africa Report with Crystal
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran journalist Crystal Orderson joined Clarence Ford on air for an overview of stories from the continent ...
Fibre, are we getting what you pay for?
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jan Vermeulen from My BroadBand spoke to Clarence about the issue of paying for certain speed of Fibre & not getting what you paid for. Views and ...
Immerse yourself in a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration at the V&A Waterfront
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Kau, Head of PR and Communications at V&A Waterfront spoke to Clarence Ford about the activities the mall is doing for NYE Views and News w...
Sheer City
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Marshall , founder of Sheer City spoke to Clarence about the two day, day-to-night block party unfolding across six downtown venues- Vie...
CTMCA wins court bid
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CTMCA wins late night court bid- The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association has won its court bid against the City of Cape Town seeking an alternativ...
CATS the Musical at Artscape
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tshepo Ncokoane, singer, actor, dancer & choreographer spoke to Clarence about his multiple roles in the Cats the Musical on at the Artscape Views...
SA Harvest Raises R1.4 Million to Support Ongoing Food Relief for Vulnerable Families in Nelson Mandela Bay
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During the December school holidays, many children lose access to school meals and that unfortunately means food insecurity in man...
Commercial Real Estate Trends for South Africa in 2026
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The commercial real estate sector is now better positioned than at any time in recent years, according to John Jack, CEO of Galetti Corporate Real Est...
Talking alcohol this festive season – why giving kids alcohol at home can land you in jail
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Danie Cronje, attorney specialising in liquor law spoke to Clarence Ford about why Serving Under-18s alcohol is Illegal in South Africa...
Pedal Power Association’s Ghost Bike Initiative
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neil Robinson from the Pedal Power Association joined Clarence via Zoom to talk about the PPA's Ghost Bikes initiative where white bikes are placed at...
West Coast Leopard Update
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Bool Smuts from the Landmark Leopard & Predator Project spoke to Clarence about the latest evidence that confirmed the recolonization of the We...
Festive or Forgotten ? Who Really Controls the Carnival
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2de Nuwe Jaar- Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) chairperson Muneeb Gambino gave Clarence an update on the groups application alter the route ...
COSATU strongly rejects proposed increase for politicians
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Parks, Cosatu's parliamentary coordinator spoke to Clarence Ford about their call for a rejection of the pay proposal for politicians Vie...
December is the deadliest driving period. Arriving alive is the real holiday success
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alida Venter, CEO of Drive More Safely spoke to Clarence Ford on how December is the deadliest driving period and why arriving al...
Tollie Parton
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wynand Kotze aka Tollie Parton will be a New Year's Eve at the Royal Countess Zingara at Century City Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-mor...
COCT reviews application for major Kaapse Klopse route change in 2026
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The City of Cape Town’s Events Permit Office is currently reviewing an application from the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) to signifi...
Creating a safer digital world for our kids
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a safer digital world for kids- Makiba Yamano, Chief of Child Protection at UNICEF SA spoke to Clarence about online safety for children &...
Markets, Tariffs and Reform: What 2025 Taught Investors — and What Lies Ahead
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Qhivi Tiva Prowess, Senior Analyst at Prowess Investments Managers spoke to Clarence Ford on What 2025 Taught Investors & What Lies Ahead. Views a...
Africa Report with Crystal
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran journalist Crystal Orderson joined Clarence Ford on air for an overview of stories from the continent Views and News wit...
Christmas Cheer for Pets in Khayelitsha: 332 Food Gift Packs Distributed
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marcelle du Plessis, Fundraising and Communications Executive at Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter spoke to Clarence Ford about how they s...
How innovation in logistics can protect the consumer wallet this festive season
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nelson Teixeira, Managing Director of Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa at FedEx spoke to Clarence Ford on how innovation in logistics...
SAMRC warns South Africans to stay safe from the heat this festive season
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Caradee Wright, Chief Specialist Scientist at the SAMRC. spoke to Clarence Ford on SAMRC warns South Africans to stay sa...
Daily Maverick's National Community Champion of the Year
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yumna Louw Alexander, the 2025 National Community Champion of the Year joined Clarence live in studio. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-mo...
SA’s Stand at the IMO: Why the Global Shipping Carbon Price Matters for Net Zero and the Economy
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eldine Chilembo Glees, Maritime Policy Consultant spoke to Clarence Ford on the implications of the Global Shipping Carbon Price Views and N...
From Stethoscopes to Smartphones: preventative health care now in the palm of your hands
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Craig Comrie, Profmed CEO on the future of AI-powered health tools Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-...
The only roadblock where a “cooldrink” was just a cooldrink
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The only roadblock where a "cooldrink" was just a cooldrink- Local beverage maker PURA soda in conjunction with Ekurhuleni SAPS staged a brilliant act...
Afcon Wrap
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our resident football analyst Sizwe Mbebe was live on air to celebrate a successfull start to Bafana's AFCON campaign after they beat Angola 2-1. View...
Festive Season road safety review: Alcohol and pedestrian safety remain key concerns in the Western Cape
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku about the Festive Season’s peak travel period &&...
Beyond Cost Savings: Can Procurement Drive Social Change in South Africa
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford spoke to Paul Vos from CIPS Southern Africa on how Procurement Can Drive So...
How is Dekkersvlei Wine Estate preparing for its first peak season in years
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford spoke to Johan van Schalkwyk, Commercial Officer at Aquila Collection on Dekkersvle...
High Court confirms Fidelity SecureFire is lawfully permitted to operate nationally across South Africa
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford spoke to Wahl Bartmann, Group CEO of Fidelity Services Group on the legality of private firefigh...
South Africa is among the world’s fastest adopters of generative AI
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford spoke to Mike Mpanya, leader of Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration programme ...
Rethink the Drink December Campaign
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford is joined by Campaign Manager for the Rethink Your Drink campaign, Kashifa Ancer Views and News...
BBC crossing
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Its time for our regular Monday morning crossing with our BBC colleagues, today we are joined by Rob Hugh Jones Views and News with Cl...
Unqualified ECD teachers
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Clarence Ford Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares ...
Festive flavours under R500: celebrate without stretching your budget
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SJ Makwala King is joined by Sean Komlosy, Divisional Marketing Director · SPAR South Africa Views and News with Clarence Ford i...
Unplugged: Boney M Intro: 50th Anniversary Tour
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Boney M original member Maizie Williams about their 50th Anniversary World Tour. Views and News with Clarence Ford is th...
2025 WaterCAN Citizen Science Testing Week
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ferial Adam, Executive Director at WaterCan unpacked the findings of the 2025 WaterCAN Citizen Science Testing Week. Views and News with Cla...
V&A WATERFRONT: InterContinental Table Bay opens
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Women Walking at Midnight- Professor Amrita Pande, head of the South African chapter of Women Walking at Midnight spoke to Clarence about the groups w...
Checkers Sixty60 reveals South Africa’s fastest-rising festive toy searches
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Checkers Sixty60 reveals South Africa’s fastest-rising festive toy searches- Andy Rice, General Manager for Digital Commerce at the Shopri...
HOME A HOUND SPCA LIVE READ: Introducing Toby
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Toby - Cape of Good Hope SPCA Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and refle...
Deutsche Welle Berlin
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As per usual on a Friday we cross to our colleagues at Deutsche Welle in Berlin & joining us is Arthur Sullivan Views and News with Cla...
5 Ways to Give the Gift of Impact this Festive Season with the DO MORE FOUNDATION
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do More Foundation- Warren Farrer, CEO of the Do More Foundation joined Clarence to chat about 5 ways to give the gift of impact this festive se...
When repeating a grade can benefit learners
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ros Clayton from Stellenbosch University's Research on Socio-Economic Policy Group spoke about her report that found Grade 1- Grade 4's that repeat th...
Jamie Thurston Wyngaard appointed as Cape Town's global advocate
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur & Chief Experience Officer of Loop Jamie Thurston Wyngaard joined Clarence Ford in studio on his new appointment as City of Cape Town...
E-DEED- New property valuation model is more than a good deed for the informal sector
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
GG Alcock unpacked the E-DEED driven by AI & block chain which provides a 97% accurate evaluation & NFT that accurately reflects a prope...
SA Enters Its Highest Scam Risk Period in Five Years: Truecaller Launches Festive Season Safety Campaign
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mmathebe Zvobwo, Director of Market. Development, Truecaller South Africa spoke to Clarence Ford Views and News with Clarence For...
Your Community News: Alleged Tourist Scam Suspects Still Behind Bars Five Weeks After Paarl Arrests
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chantelle Hartebeest, Paarl Post journalist spoke to Clarence Ford about the news waking waves in the Southern Suburbs Views and News with Claren...
Save SA Film Jobs
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Save SA Film Jobs- Jack Devnarian, the Chair of the SA Guild of Actors joined Clarence to discuss the upcoming march to the Department of Trade, Indus...
How can brands build indigenous languages & form cultural confidence?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Thobekani Dhlamini, Creative Group Head at Mc CANN around the intersection of culture, education, indigenous languages and bran...
First Beach
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Film maker Peri van Papendorp spoke to Clarence about his new short film " First Beach" that followed the journey of four inland residents who experie...
The Rising Cost of Tertiary Education: What Students Can Do When a Bursary Isn't an Option
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Dr Deonita Damons, Director at Boston City Campus on what students can do when a bursary isn't an option Views and News w...
Khayelitsha Shelter Launches #MyFirstChristmas to Bring Joy to Pets
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marcelle du Plessis, Fundraising and Communications Executive at Mdzananda Animal Clinic spoke to Clarence Ford about their #MyFirstChristmas animal a...
The Africa Report: M23 rebels withdraw from Uviru on Burundi/ Congolese border
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran journalist Crystal Orderson joined Clarence Ford on air for an overview of stories from the continent. Views and News with Clarence For...
Find it under the seabed, but build for all above it - OPASA
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Niall Kramer, OPASA’s spokesperson about energy development in SA. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning s...
The eKhaya Centre
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
NEWF internship graduation- Noel Kok, Executive Director for the Nature, Enviroment & Wildlife Filmmakers joined Clarence to celebrate the landmar...
Your Community News: Klip Road Cemetery expansion
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keanan Harmse, People’s Post journalist spoke to Clarence Ford about the news waking waves in the Southern Suburbs. Views and News with C...
The ANC Leadership crisis
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Political analyst Dr Clyde Ramailane unpacked the happenings at the fifth National General Council over the weekend. Views and News with Claren...
Boschendal Wine & Christmas Market set to sparkle with festive magic
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Darielle Robertson about the Boschendal Wine & Christmas Market happening tonight. Views and News with Clarence Ford...
The Human Cost of Peak Season: Why Retail's Busiest Period Demands a People-First Strategy
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The human cost of peak season- Ashwin Raja Founder of the Stress to Success System and Mindset Matters and a Partner at Change Partners spoke to Clare...
BBC News & Views Inside Europe
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Its time for our regular Monday morning crossing with our BBC colleagues, today we are joined by Rob Hugh Jones. Views and News with Clarence F...
The 2025 iPendoring Awards marked their 30th anniversary
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brenda Khumalo, iPendoring Board Member spoke to Clarence Ford about the 2025 iPendoring Awards. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-m...
Inside the ANC’s NGC
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Political Analyst Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast joined Clarence ti unpack the recent ANC National General Council conference Views and News with Clar...
Unplugged: Baxter Festive Season and New Year's Eve
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Marc Lottering joined Clarence Ford in studio for a chat on Colleen The Musical & Baxter’s New Year's Eve party. Views and N...
Men's Conference tackles toxic masculinity
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jaco Van Schalkwyk from The Character Company spoke to Clarence about the recent conference in partnership with Ilitha Labantu & Community Cohesio...
RE-Root: hands-on energy work to clear inherited ancestral patterns.
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Intuition Mentor and Energy Healer Tarryn Nightingale & Sound Healer Trent Nightingale (siblings) joined Clarence Ford for a chat on energy healin...
Why South Africans need “Rugby insurance” this festive season
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Davenport, Founder of Ireland Davenport & CCO Mediology SA spoke to Clarence Ford on why South Africans need “rugby insurance” th...
HOME A HOUND SPCA LIVE READ: Introducing Snoopy
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small Dog. Big Charm. Maximum Sass. Meet Snoopy Hello, Cape Town! Say hello to Snoopy - the pocket-sized princess with the “don’t-yo...
Deutsche Welle explores news & views inside Europe
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As per usual on a Friday we cross to our colleagues at Deutsche Welle in Berlin. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning sho...
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos slams (19yo) Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s late arrival at national camp
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sizwe Mbebe, sports writer spoke to Clarence Ford about professional player culture in South African football Views and News with Clarence Ford i...
NSRI needs your help to raise funds for Ubuntu Vessel for their Hout Bay station
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Oldham (Station Commander, NSRI Hout Bay) and Carmen Long (Deputy Station Commander, NSRI Hout Bay) joined Clarence Ford on air on their fundr...
The Hout Bay Harbour Development
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. I...
The Hout Bay OB- Hout Bay United Football Club
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hout Bay United Football Club (HBUFC) is a community-focused football club and non-profit organisation based in Hout Bay, Cape Town. The club is known...
The Houtbay OB- The Hangberg angle
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brent Thomas is a certified guide and resident of the Hangbergcommunity in Hout Bay, South Africa, who shares his culture, heritage, and the in...
The Hout Bay OB- Imizamo Yethu angle- Wonga Lucas, owner of Wonga Tours
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jacques Peacock, NSPCA's Communications Unit Manager spoke to Clarence Ford about their Xmas campaign Views and News with Clarence Ford is ...
Barbs Wire: Plane lands on moving car, teens get “67” banned, and golden retrievers set a record-breaking takeover
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Digital Content Editor, Barbara Friedman, shared her top three stories trending online Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-...
‘Swim at Your Own Risk’ Responsible behaviour around Berg river urged
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rasaad Adams, Paarl Post journalist spoke to Clarence Ford about news from the area: Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show o...
The Thrive Initiative
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Thrive Initiative has marked a major breakthrough in youth engagement and genderbased violence (GBV) prevention, with 50 young people attending it...
SA Children's HomE
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Established in 1808, making it the oldest welfare institution in South Africa, The SA Children's Home's Dico Van Eerden & Blessing Manguno joined ...
“Responsibility Never Takes a Holiday"
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA), the industry body representing the legitimate alcohol sector, continues to champion responsibility as t...
Shade Brings “SEE SAW” to Cape Town: A Living, Playful Retrospective in Motion
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tamzyn Botha, Curator of see saw and founder of shade & interdisciplinary artist spoke to Clarence Ford about Views and News with Clarence Ford is...
Africa Report with Crystal
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran journalist Crystal Orderson joined Clarence Ford on air for an overview of stories from the continent Views and News with Clarence...
Manenberg CPF condemns shooting after suspected gang member opens fire on police
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Manenberg gangs fighting with Law Enforcement- Manenberg Community Police Forum public relations officer Abdurahman Govind spoke to Clarence about a d...
WCBS Sounds the Alarm as Lifesaving Blood Supplies Run Critically Low
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WCBS Sounds the Alarm as Lifesaving Blood Supplies Run Critically Low. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-h...
Barbs Wire: Cruise death sparks lawsuit, NYC hits historic homicide-free streak, and a talking dog wins the internet
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Barbs Wire: Cruise death sparks lawsuit, NYC hits historic homicide-free streak, and a talking dog wins the internet Views and News with Clarence Ford...
South African Veterinary Association discourages engagement with Cape fur seals this holiday season .
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ziyanda Majokweni from the SA Veterinary Association spoke to Clarence about the need for vigilance by the publics over the festive season as the n...
Water Research Commission’s “A WaterWise Nation”
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Jennifer Molwantwa CEO of the Water Research Commission spoke to Clarence about the "A WaterWise Nation" campaign that calls for South Africans to ...
Surge in Roadblocks - Know Your Rights
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legal expert and partner at DSC Attorneys, Kirstie Haslam on knowing your rights when it comes to a roadblocks. Views and News with Clarence Ford is t...
The Battle in the Plains
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Battle in the Plains- Promoter Brad Norman, Coach Ashley Whiteboy & Angus Nortje joined Clarence live in studio to promote "The Battle in the ...
Boxing Under the Stars seeks to transform young lives
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two Boxing events we want to alert you to! The first one “Boxing Under the Stars” takes place on 14 December 2025 at Hollywoodbets K...
WLC launches Nxme Him: a Campaign to End Law That Silences Rape Survivors
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Advocate Bronwyn Pithey, leads the programme on violence against women at the WLC Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-...
Barbs Wire: Miss Jamaica injury update, major art theft in São Paulo, and what South Africa googled in 2025
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Digital Content Editor, Barbara Friedman, shared her top three stories trending online Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-...
Your Community News:
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Namhla Monakali, People’s Post journalist spoke to Clarence Ford about the news waking waves in the Southern Suburbs Views and N...
The African Futurist- AI: Artificial Intimacy, Algorithms & the Loss of Social Friction
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for your regular dose of future thinking with our favourite African Futurist, Dr Roze Phillips — CEO of Abundance...
UWC legal series S2: social housing rights
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clarence Ford spoke to Sarah Fick, Senior Lecturer, Constitutional Law and Human Rights, University of the Western Cape. Views and News w...