Drivetime

The 4-6 pm current affairs Drivetime Show is hosted by veteran journalist Shafiq Morton, winner of two Vodacom Awards, and an AfriCAN author’s award. Analytical and thought-provoking, Morton brings his decades of experience as a photo-journalist, historian and broadcaster to the show, added with his unique brand of humour and wit. The show has its own distinct local and global flavour and was nominated for the MTN Awards in 2014 and the Liberty Life Awards in 2016. The 5.10pm interview on Drivetime is its in-depth highlight and has covered stories in over 100 countries. During the show listener participation is encouraged via WhatsApp and SMS.
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1332 – 1352

World economic report

We continue with our Weekly World Economic Report and today we look at the G20 Summit which opens in Argentina this Friday and whether there has been any achievements since last year. We also look at the falling oil prices and the forces behind that. Locally, S&P released its report…
27 Nov 2018 9AM 11 min

No to violence against women & children

Nearly half of women in South Africa are subjected to violence by an intimate partner. This in turn negatively affects about one in four children. So what is the link between violence against women and children and why does it matter? On line is Director of Children's Institute at University…
27 Nov 2018 9AM 8 min

Africa summit honours Nelson Mandela

The Legacy of Nelson Mandela was honoured at the Africa Summit hosted at the CTICC on Saturday. Hosted by the Universal Peace Federation and the Royal House of Mandela, the event brought more than 1,000 delegates from around the world. On line is Robert Williamson, Event Organiser- Universal Peace Federation…
26 Nov 2018 10AM 14 min

Why firing Moyane is a good move

Why firing Moyane is a good move South African president Cyril Ramaphosa has changed the country's landscape significantly since he assumed office early this year. One of them is the removal of SARS commissioner Tom Moyane . But why is Moyane's removal so important.? On line is Professor Dirk Kotzein,…
26 Nov 2018 9AM 16 min

#MediaHitParade with Tanya Khoury

We are back with our #MediaHitParade were we explore stories that are hitting the numbers with Acumen Media co-founder Tonya Khoury,
23 Nov 2018 9AM 15 min

HRW West Bank report: Bed & Breakfast on stolen land

The Human Right Watch report documenting how businesses such as Airbnb and Bookings.com contribute to entrenching a two-tiered discriminatory regime in unlawful Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, Airbnb announced it will stop listing properties in the West Bank. Human Rights Watch has since welcomed the decision. On line…
22 Nov 2018 10AM 15 min

The challenges faced by children with Albinism

The myth that children with albinism will die young and that it is not worth devoting resources to their education means that many are prevented them from attending school. But there is no cognitive or academic learning disability associated with albinism. On line is Senior lecturer and Associate Dean for…
22 Nov 2018 9AM 8 min

Weekly Africa Report

We continue with our Weekly Africa Report and we focus on Madagascar 's elections where two former presidents are headed for a presidential run off next month. Neither won the 50 percent of votes required for a first round victory. Elsewhere, Zambian police yesterday questioned opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema for…
21 Nov 2018 9AM 13 min

The power imbalance: mining companies vs rural communities

South Africa's Constitutional Court recently passed an important judgement that has fundamentally challenged the power imbalance between mining companies and local communities in rural areas. This judgement is particularly important because it protects existing customary land rights. On line is Associate Professor in Sociology at University of Fort Hare Sonwabile…
21 Nov 2018 9AM 13 min

Mohammed Tamimi visits Cape Town

Palestine teen Mohammed Tamimi, the young boy who was almost killed by Israeli military late last year is in South Africa where he had been receiving reconstructive surgery to his head. A host of 2 Suns Shamsaan and Dr Anwah Nagia now joins us in studio.
20 Nov 2018 10AM 34 min

World Economic Report

We are back with our weekly world economic report and we look at the just ended Asian Pacific Economic Corporation (APEC) where the leadedr have failed to bridge divisions over trade at a summit dominated by war of word between the US and China. Back home, Standard and Poor (S&P)…
20 Nov 2018 3AM 17 min

Men's Parliament launched

The National Assembly have launched the National Men's Parliament aimed at creating a gender sensitive and non-racial society. Together with Department of Social Development, the event is a continuation of the public participation process of sectoral parliaments. On line is Social Development Minister Hendrietta Bogopane -Zulu
19 Nov 2018 9AM 7 min

De lille to launch a campaign for a GOOD South Africa in January

Former Cape Town Mayor Patricia de Lille has announced she is forming a new political party which will contest next year's elections. The former Mayor quit the Democratic Alliance following a series of allegations of corruption against her. She now joins us on line.
19 Nov 2018 9AM 12 min

Tawassol 3: Palestine Forum

The Tawasul third conference is being held by Palestine Forum for International Media and Communications in Istanbul Turkey and Drive Time presenter Shafiq Morton is among global media personalities attending the conference. DT producer Ibrahim Kangwa Chibwe spoke to him on his expectations of the conference.
16 Nov 2018 10AM 21 min

CT School commits to safe space after Israeli anthem protest

South African Jews for Free Palestine (SAJP) says the sentiment against two pupils for kneeling in protest during the playing of the Israeli nation anthem shows the level of intolerance. On line is SAJP spokesperson Alan Horwitz.
16 Nov 2018 9AM 9 min

Imam Yaseen Harris Janazah

VOC broadcasted LIVE from the Janazah of Imam Yaseen Harris at Masjid Sulaiman on Thursday 15 November.
15 Nov 2018 9AM 17 min

Tribute to Imam Yaseen Harris

Earlier today the MJC announced the passing of MJC Chairman Imam Yaseen Harris also affectionately known as the calender Imam. We are now joined by former VOC editor Shanaaz Ebrahim to speak to us on her numerous interactions him.
15 Nov 2018 9AM 11 min

Africa report

We are back with our Weekly Africa Report and we focus on the DRC after opposition leader Felix Tshisekedi shot down an earlier agreement to field a unity candidate in next month's election. Martin Fayulu, who was unexpectedly selected as unity candidate in talks in Geneva, insists the deal is…
14 Nov 2018 9AM 14 min

Shaping Africa's digital future

When it comes to shaping Africa's digital future, a lot of disrupters have come into play. So what is shaping Africa's future and what opportunities will these technologies bring to consumers. On line is Rukus Networks' Nick Watson.
14 Nov 2018 9AM 8 min
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