Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
The highlights from John Maytham's weekday show on CapeTalk, featuring news, interviews, and discussions on current affairs.
Episodes
#TakeTheEdgeOffFridays: In conversation with Dan Corder
John Maytham is joined by broadcaster and political commentator, Dan Corder for #TakeTheEdgeOffFridays – where they cover a number of topics! 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
Heineken puts two iconic SA wine brands under review
Michael Fridjhon is one of South Africa’s leading wine experts, with decades of experience in the wine industry as a critic, commentator and consultant. He joins John Maytham to unpack Heineken’s strategic review, why the company may be reconsidering its wine portfolio so soon after acquiring Distell, and what a possible sale could mean for Nederburg, JC Le Roux and the wider South Afr
Books with John Maytham
Join John Maytham to discuss the books and authors that caught his attention this week. 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 wit
Harith’s FlySafair takeover gets Competition Tribunal approval
John Maytham is joined by independent aviation analyst, Guy Leitch, to discuss Harith;s FlySafair takeover. 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 surpri
Halloween: Are we turning real-world violence into entertainment?
Hannah Botsis is a writer whose work explores culture, society, psychology and everyday life. She joins John Maytham to discuss her reflections on Halloween in South Africa, our fascination with horror and whether the imagery we use for entertainment reflects the society we live in. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a r
Why you should vote in next week's municipal elections: Before You Sit This One Out
John Maytham speaks to musician, Jimmy Nevis, about why South Africans should make the effort to go out next Wednesday and vote in the municipal elections 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 eclecti
Pindrop: 100 Years of Danger Beach Park, A Century of St James History
John Maytham speaks to Margot King about the centenary of Danger Beach Park and its place in the history of St James, exploring a century of coastal heritage, community memories and the importance of preserving this historic public space. 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
DNdlovu Choir’s Roger Taylor collaboration enters Grammy Awards race
John Maytham speaks to Sandile Majola, Ndlovu Choir team leader and chorister, about the collaboration with Roger Taylor, what the Grammy consideration means for the choir, and the opportunities it could open up for South African music. 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 co
130,000 members, 113 gangs: The scale of gangsterism in the Western Cape
ohn Maytham speaks to Brandon Davis about GI –TOC's recent report on gang violence in the Western Cape. 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
Ninety-One Feature
South Africa's economic outlook is presenting something of a mixed picture. Rising oil prices, inflation concerns and higher interest rates are putting pressure on households and businesses. Yet, at the same time, the country's finances are showing signs of improvement, with government borrowing less and the bond market responding positively. So, how do these contrasting developments fit together,
Eugene de Kock: Who gave the orders during apartheid?
Marianne Thamm is an award-winning South African journalist and associate editor at Daily Maverick. She joins us to discuss Eugene de Kock’s testimony to the Khampepe Commission, the alleged failure to prosecute senior figures in the apartheid security apparatus, and what his evidence could mean for accountability for crimes committed during apartheid. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and
Mkhwanazi in line to lead the Hawks: What happens next?
Jeremy Veary is a former police detective. He joins John Maytham to discuss Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia’s move to appoint Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as national head of the Hawks, what Mkhwanazi’s track record brings to the role, and the implications of the appointment for the investigation of serious crime, corruption and organised criminal networks in South Africa. Presenter John M
Bronkhorstspruit gastro outbreak: A failure to keep people safe
Aslam Dasoo is convenor of the Progressive Health Forum and chair of the Universal Health Access Coalition. He joins John Maytham to discuss the public health implications of the Bronkhorstspruit gastro outbreak, what it reveals about municipal water treatment and government accountability, and what needs to happen to ensure residents have access to safe drinking water. Presenter John Maytham is a
ICASA wants your fingerprint before you can get a sim card
John Maytham speaks to Tech Anyone activating a SIM card, swapping one or keeping an existing mobile number would have their fingerprint or face checked against home affairs records under draft regulations published by communications regulator Icasa this week. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and in
Why you should vote in next week's municipal elections: Before You Sit This One Out
Singer Jimmy Nevis joins John Maytham to talk about encouraging people to vote in next week’s Local Government Elections. 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 progra
Lance Stehr: 35 years shaping the sound of South African music
Amy MacIver speaks to legendary hip hop producer Lance Stehr about his career spanning more than three decades, the evolution of South African music and the making of the Spinners Season 2 soundtrack. 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,
Israel’s deadlock: What a tied election means for Netanyahu and the wider Middle East
Ian Lesser is a Distinguished Fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, based in Brussels. He joins Amy MacIver to unpack Israel’s closely contested election, the difficult coalition negotiations ahead, and what the result could mean for Israeli politics and the wider Middle East. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist.
South Africa looks beyond Trump’s G20 snub to rebuild global ties
Peter Fabricius is a foreign affairs journalist with the Daily Maverick. He joins Amy MacIver to discuss what Roelf Meyer’s comments reveal about South Africa’s efforts to navigate its strained relationship with the Trump administration, and what the country’s exclusion from the G20 summit could mean for its diplomatic and economic interests. Presenter John Maytham is an actor an
Old Mutual – Thought Leaders Forumn
The true measure of an employee-benefits strategy isn’t the award it wins, it’s the difference it makes to how people retire. At this year’s Old Mutual SuperFund Employer Excellence Awards, Valterra Platinum took top honours for the second consecutive year after improving its members’ projected retirement outcomes by 15.6% in just twelve months. Joining us to unpack how it
Dept of Transport – Mandatory license renewal tax imminent
OUTA’s Wayn Duvenage joins Amy McIver to chat about The Department of Transport looking for other ways to fund the RAF. 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 pr
Firearms, private security and the state’s duty to protect South Africans
Police Committee chairperson Ian Cameron Ian Cameron chats to CapeTalk's Amy McIver about private security – arguling SAPS cannot keep people safe, and they need an alternative solution. 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
Third Test Day: Live crossing from Newlands Stadium, with Kieryn Thompson
Kieryn Thompson is a sports broadcaster and correspondent for Eyewitness News (EWN). He joins Amy MacIver live from Newlands, where South Africa and Australia are battling it out in the third and deciding Test. 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 busine
El Niño drought: Could southern Africa face a deepening food and poverty crisis in 2027?
Amy McIver speaks to agricultural economist Wandile Sihlobo on the impact El Niño will have on food security in SA. 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 oft
Why you should vote in next week's municipal elections: Before You Sit This One Out
Amy McIver speaks to musician Zolani Mahola – also known as The One Who Sings, about why South Africans should make an effort to go out next Wednesday and vote in the municipal elections. 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, t
Does Bird watching slow the cognitive decline
John Maytham speaks to Dr Schalk Burger, neurosurgeon and avid birder, about research into the potential benefits of birdwatching for brain health, cognitive ageing and people living with dementia, and how connecting with nature may support mental wellbeing. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local an
Mitchells Plain unites to tackle violence and unemployment
John Maytham speaks to Lesley Ann van Selm, founder and managing director of Khulisa Social Solutions, about efforts to tackle unemployment, gangsterism, substance abuse and gender-based violence in Mitchells Plain by connecting community organisations with existing government services and support programmes. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasone
Ramaphosa weighs findings on Iran’s unauthorised naval participation
John Maytham speaks to defence analyst Helmoed Heitman about the investigation into South Africa’s January BRICS naval exercises, the alleged failure to follow President Cyril Ramaphosa’s instructions on Iran’s participation, and the implications for military command and South Africa’s international relations. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk
Investing in young people’s mental health before crisis hits
John Maytham speaks to Simone Peinke, project lead of FETCH and co-author of an article on youth mental health, about the economic and social case for early intervention, the gaps in access to mental health support, and how South Africa can invest in prevention before young people reach crisis point. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journal
SAA summoned to Parliament over financial turmoil and governance concerns
John Maytham speaks to Phuthego Mojapelo, aviation analyst, about South African Airways’ worsening financial and governance concerns, including delayed salaries, government guarantees, executive instability and questions about the airline’s financial sustainability. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a
ANC security chief linked to alleged SSA operation targeting the EFF
John Maytham speaks to Kyle Cowan, News24 investigative journalist, about court testimony alleging links between ANC security structures and a State Security Agency operation to infiltrate the EFF, including claims of cash payments, political intelligence gathering and the alleged misuse of state security resources. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and
Inside South Africa’s lion petting industry: What a three-year investigation uncovered
John Maytham speaks to Dr Stephanie Klarmann about research into animal welfare at commercial captive lion tourism facilities and the future of South Africa’s captive predator industry. 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, tr
What will it take to turn Johannesburg around?
John Maytham speaks to Mark Barnes, Business Day weekly columnist, about his proposals to address Johannesburg’s financial crisis, municipal debt and failing services, and the role of national government in rebuilding functional, sustainable cities. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and i
Why you should vote in next week's municipal elections: Before You Sit This One Out
John Maytham speaks to writer and academic, Antjie Krog, about why South Africans should make an effort to go out next Wednesday and vote in the municipal elections. 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 hos
Stellenbosch designer named 2026 Entrepreneur of the Year
John Maytham speaks to Dr Michelle Stein, founder of Coral Bloom Studio, who has been voted entrepreneur of the year at the 38th annual Business Partners Limited awards. 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
WhichParty: New online tool helps voters compare their views with South Africa’s political parties
John Maytham is joined by Justin Abrahams, a South African software developer and engineer who created WhichParty, to explain how the voter guide works, how he gathered and verified the parties’ positions, and how the tool can help South Africans make more informed decisions at the ballot box. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalis
Thyspunt nuclear project: Environmental assessment delayed allowing comparison with renewables
John Maytham is joined by Peter Becker, spokesperson for the Koeberg Alert Alliance, to discuss the extension of the environmental assessment for Eskom’s proposed Thyspunt nuclear power station, why the comparison with renewable energy and other alternatives matters, and what this could mean for South Africa’s future energy choices. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-
Alcohol sales beyond midnight: Will longer trading hours fuel binge drinking?
John Maytham is joined by Kashifa Ancer, Project Lead for Rethink Your Drink, the DG Murray Trust’s alcohol harms reduction initiative, to explain why the organisation believes a midnight cut-off is necessary, what the Constitutional Court challenge could mean for liquor-trading laws, and how restrictions on alcohol sales might affect drinking patterns and alcohol-related harm in South
City repairs Jakes Gerwell Drive after Illegal tunnelling damage
John Maytham is joined by Cllr Roberto Quintas, Ward Councillor for Hout Bay and the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, to discuss the urgent repairs, the impact on traffic and what the City is doing to address the damage caused by illegal tunnelling beneath the Bonteheuwel Bridge. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seaso
Gayton McKenzie, Blu Label and the Ticketpro sale: Questions over possible influence
John Maytham is joined by Pieter-Louis Myburgh, investigative journalist at Daily Maverick and part of its Scorpio investigative unit, who co-authored this report with Ferial Haffajee. His investigation examines Minister Gayton McKenzie’s visits to Blu Label’s offices around the time the company sold Ticketpro to a consortium linked to the Patriotic Alliance, and the questions those vi
Farmers' concerns as threat of summer water restrictions loom
Jannie Strydom, CEO of Agri Western Cape, speaks to John Maytham about the impact on farmers of potential water restrictions in the summer. 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 interes
Impact on South Africa as oil hits 5-month high
Bureau for Economic Research senior economist, Shannon Bold, speaks to John Maytham about the impact on South Africa after crude oil on Thursday jumped to a five-month high. 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 wea
Why you should vote in next week's municipal elections: Before You Sit This One Out Zapiro
John Maytham speaks to cartoonist, Zapiro, about why South Africans should make an effort to go out next Wednesday and vote in the municipal elections. 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 ecle
#TakeTheEdgeOffFridays: In Conversation with Comedian, Yaaseen Barnes
John Maytham speaks to Cape Town comedian Yaaseen Barnes about his life, career and journey into comedy. They discuss his distinctive comedic style, the experiences that have shaped his material, and the realities of making a living as a comedian in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of loc
Inside the Thulani Dlomo trial: What emerged in court?
John Maytham speaks to News24 journalist Kyle Cowan about the State Security Agency’s decision to allow media access to the state capture-era trial of Thulani Dlomo and Patrick Mshotola. The pair face charges including theft, fraud, forgery and uttering linked to R12 million allegedly connected to a covert operation. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radi
Books with John Maytham
Join John this week to discuss what books caught his interest. Full Circle by Chris Hammer Dodge City by Patrick deWitt Hawking – His Life and Work by Graham Farmelo 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,
Mzansi’s Insect of the Year: Meet the finalists vying for the title
John Maytham speaks to Dr Charlene Janion-Scheepers, senior lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences, about the Top 10 finalists in the Mzansi Insect of the Year 2026 competition. From the colourful spiny flower mantis to the notorious Parktown prawn, the finalists showcase South Africa's remarkable insect diversity. They discuss the fascinating adaptations of these creatures, their impor
Proteas level the series with emphatic win over Australia as Cape Town Test looms
John Maytham speaks to Proteas head coach Shukri Conrad after South Africa's emphatic innings-and-31-run victory over Australia in the second Test in Gqeberha. They discuss Temba Bavuma's outstanding 179, Marco Jansen's five-wicket haul and the bowling performance that dismantled Australia's batting line-up. With the three-match series level at 1-1, they look ahead to the decisive Test in Cape Tow
Who will be the next James Bond? The race to become 007 heats up
John Maytham speaks to movie critic Stephen Aspelling about the search for the next James Bond. With final screen tests reportedly approaching, speculation is mounting over who will take over from Daniel Craig. They discuss the actors reportedly in contention, what each could bring to the iconic role, and who might be best suited to lead the franchise into its next era under director Denis Villene
From Leftover Yarn to the Mayor’s Wardrobe: Cape Town Designer Wins Wear the Hope Challenge
John Maytham is joined by Inez Shaw, fashion designer and creator of Masikhuthazane, the winning crochet design in the City of Cape Town's 2026 Wear the Hope Design and Make Challenge, to talk about the inspiration behind her creation, the generations of skill and knowledge woven into it, and how a community came together to turn leftover yarn into a message of hope. Presenter John Maytham is an a
Cape Town’s expanding surveillance network: safer streets at what cost?
To discuss Cape Town’s expanding surveillance network, the balance between public safety and the right to privacy, and the legal safeguards governing how surveillance data is collected and used, John Maytham is joined by Nathan-Ross Adams, founder of ITLawCo and the South African Technology and Economic Competitiveness Initiative (Sateci). Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned
The Water Crisis in Makhanda and Bronkhorstspruit
Professor Kevin Winter joins John Maytham to chat about the water issues in Tshwane and Makhanda and how this is affecting residents. 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 mea
Old Mutual: Thought Leaders Forum
A strong employee value proposition can promise competitive pay, meaningful benefits and greater wellbeing. But what matters is whether employees experience that promise in practice. Closing the gap between strategy and lived reality was a key discussion at the Old Mutual Thought Leaders Forum. Joining us to share what emerged, and why employers should pay attention, is Lindiwe Sebesho, Managing D
Pain relief at a cost: are private doctors prescribing too much medication?
To discuss the concerns raised in this article about pain medication, prescribing practices and the differences between South Africa’s public and private healthcare systems, John Maytham is joined by Nathan Geffen, director of GroundUp News and author of this piece. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of
Capetonians could face water restrictions by December
Cape Town's water crisis is a pressing concern, and the city is taking steps to mitigate the issue. With water levels in the Western Cape water supply system at a critical low, the National Department of Water and Sanitation has announced that restrictions will be implemented. But what does this mean for residents, and how can we make a difference?This episode delves into the complexities of water
Plan B with Rebecca Davis
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 Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves
The people’s cost of care report – 93.9% oppose the proposed N2 wall.
Author, researcher and activist Candice Leigh King joins John Maytham to talk about a study she conducted called; The people’s cost of care report – where she researched what some Capetonians think about the proposed building of the N2 Wall. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and int
Dlomo Trial: SSA Seeks Total Ban on Media and Public Access (Follow-up on Monday's interview with Pieter du Toit)
John Maytham speaks to Professor Nicole Fritz, Executive Director of the Campaign for Free Expression, one of the organisations challenging the restrictions, about the implications for media freedom, transparency and the public’s right to know. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and internationa
Township Extortion in Cape Town: Why Business Owners Are Afraid to Speak Out
John Maytham speaks to Dr Vanya Gastrow about how to tackle extortion in Cape Town’s townships. 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 audi
Kruger National Park’s Restaurant Shake-Up: Who’s in and Who’s Out?
John chats to News24 Journalist Andrew Thompson about the restaurant changes in the Kruger National Park. 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
Can a Selfie Predict Cancer Survival? The Promise and Limits of Medical AI
John Maytham is joined by Interdisciplinary researcher in Biomedical engineering and AI in healthcare, Dr Samira Gholizadeh to discuss the new AI tool that can detect cancer survival by simply analysing a patient's selfie. 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 coup
National Polls Point to ANC Decline and DA Gains as MK Support Shifts
John speaks to Paul Berkowitz about election polls and what the polls tell us, specifically how these polls can blur the ANC’s decline – specifically in Urban areas. 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. T
Stormers still ironing out their kinks ahead of Saturday's match against the Scarlets
John Maytham is joined by Stormers head coach, John Dobson to catch up on the week, the game against the Bristol bears and the game ahead, against Scarlet at Cape Town DHL stadium. 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
Should Our Councillors Be Qualified to Govern?
John Maytham is joined by Mpumelelo Mkhabela, political analyst, to discuss whether our Councillors need to be qualified in order to govern? 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 intere
What to expect from Wednesday's Mini-Budget
John Maytham speaks to Lisette de Schepper, Chief Economist at the Bureau for Economic Research, about South Africa’s medium-term budget policy statement, the proposed fiscal anchor, the outlook for government debt and tax revenue, and the economic risks posed by rising oil prices and weak growth. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned jour
The PA bans Media
John Maytham speaks to Prof Glenda Daniels, Secretary General of SANEF, about the Patriotic Alliance’s decision to ban the media following complaints of biased coverage, the reported hostility towards journalists during a campaign walkabout in Westbury, and the implications for press freedom and media safety in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk rad
Protea Village families move closer to home as Bishopscourt restitution project advances
John Maytham speaks to Andre Maxwell, Chairperson of the Protea Village Community Property Association, about the long-delayed return of families forcibly removed from Bishopscourt during apartheid, the funding and construction of their new homes, and the significance of land restitution for the restoration of a displaced community. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk r
Mbeki Rejects Claims of Political Interference in TRC Prosecutions
John Maytham speaks to Marianne Thamm, Daily Maverick journalist, about former president Thabo Mbeki’s testimony before the Khampepe Commission of Inquiry into delayed TRC prosecutions, his denial of political interference, and the continuing questions surrounding accountability for apartheid-era crimes. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and season
Ralph Stanfield’s Trial: Can the State Secure a Conviction?
John Maytham speaks to Aron Hyman, Senior Analyst and Criminologist at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC), about the high-stakes trial of alleged 28s gang leader Ralph Stanfield and his wife Nicole Johnson, the challenges facing prosecutors, and the influence of organised crime on businesses, government and vulnerable communities. Presenter John Maytham is a
Is South Africa heading for its own Paris moment?
John Maytham speaks to Professor Jonathan Jansen, Professor in Education at Stellenbosch University, about the deteriorating conditions in many of South Africa’s schools, what his research has revealed about the experiences of learners and teachers, and whether growing frustration among young people could lead to widespread protests over the state of public education.\ Presenter John Maytham
R20.7bn in irregular spending: Auditor-General flags provincial education departments
We speak to Jaco Londt, Western Cape Provincial Minister of Education, about the Auditor-General’s findings, what accounts for the Western Cape’s R6.2 billion in irregular expenditure, and what steps are being taken to strengthen oversight and accountability in the province’s education department. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasone
Cape Malay cooking in the Bo-Kaap
John Maytham speaks to Zainie Misbach, who refers to herself as a Bo-Kaap cook, about the unique Cape Malay cuisine. 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, tra
SAPS and NPA under scrutiny: Are glossy reports masking a justice system in crisis?
John Maytham speaks to Jean Redpath, senior researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute at the University of the Western Cape, about what the latest annual reports reveal about the state of South Africa’s criminal justice system, why she believes critical performance data is missing, and what greater transparency and accountability from SAPS, the NPA and Parliament should look like. Afternoon Dr
CT company develops vandal-resistant rail track monitoring system
John Maytham speaks to Franz Struwig, CEO and co-founder of HisWay Labs, about how TrackView works, whether low-cost monitoring technology can help tackle railway theft, and the prospects for South African rail innovation at home and internationally. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio
Should we have "None of the Above" on ballot papers?
John Maytham speaks to Dr Sithembile Mbete, Executive Director of the Public Affairs Research Institute, about whether South Africa should introduce a ‘None of the Above’ option on its ballot papers, what it could mean for voter choice and accountability, and whether it would encourage greater participation in our democracy. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show
Zuma’s spy trial: Media and civil society challenge closed-door proceedings in court
John Maytham speaks to Pieter du Toit, News24 co-editor overseeing investigations, about the legal challenge, the significance of Thulani Dlomo’s role during the state capture years, and the implications of restricting media and public access to a criminal trial involving allegations of serious wrongdoing within the State Security Agency. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late af
Can AI influence the outcome of South Africa’s 2026 elections?
John Maytham speaks to Kyle Findlay, co-founder of Murmur Intelligence, about the experiment, what AI models reveal about the political narratives they have absorbed, and how chatbots could shape voters’ perceptions ahead of South Africa’s 4 November local government elections. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an
#BinItDontFlushIt: The everyday waste clogging Cape Town’s sewers
John Maytham speaks to Zahid Badroodien, Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation at the City of Cape Town, about the #BinItDontFlushIt campaign, the impact of incorrect waste disposal on sewer systems and waterways, and how residents can help prevent blockages and pollution. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor
Former rough sleeper raises awareness with running challenge
John Maytham speaks to Alex Sean Swartz, who was formerly homeless and recently took on the Stride To Survive campaign in partnership with the City of Cape Town, about his 21-kilometre run, his journey towards rebuilding his life, and why he is encouraging residents to give responsibly. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an act
#TakeTheEdgeOffFridays: In Conversation with Gordon Laing
John Maytham speaks to Gordon Laing, South African civil engineer and 2026 SAICE Engineer of the Year, about sustainable transport, infrastructure planning and the need to prioritise safe, affordable and equitable access to opportunity. 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 c
Meet the “Alien Forager”: Turning invasive plants into food, medicine and opportunity
John Maytham is joined by Angela Moore Pozarycki, botanical researcher, author and co-founder of Forage & Ferment, to discuss her work with invasive alien plants, the art and science of responsible foraging, and how plants often regarded as a problem could have unexpected uses. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a ro
