Drivetime

Solutions for maths education.

With basic numeracy and mathematics skills forming an essential foundation for an inclusive economy, maths and science researchers are gathered in Pretoria to present the Mathematics Education Chairs Initiative 9MECI) Drive Time spoke to UCT Vice Chancellor and FRF Trustee Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng.

3 Oct 2018 10AM 10 min

Al Imdaad Foundation heeds the call of need in Sulawesi, Indonesia

Shafiq Morton spoke to Al-Imdaad Foundation's Qari Ziyaad Patel on the latest aid effort in quake ravished Sulawesi, Indonesia after the island was devastated by a tsunami-quake last Friday.

2 Oct 2018 11AM 12 min

Weekly world economic report

We continue with our Weekly World Economic Report and today we are looking at whether South Africa will need an IMF bailout if its debt keeps growing. The job summit is also underway this week, looking at unemployment solutions for the country. Elsewhere, the Eurozone inflation accelerated in September amid…

2 Oct 2018 10AM 12 min

Tersia Davids wins Arsenal program

A panel of judges from Arsenal Football Club and its official online transfer partner, WorldRemit, have selected six coaches from across Africa in their Future Stars coaching program. Among those is South African and Coach at Islamia College Tersa Davids.

1 Oct 2018 11AM 5 min

The Idlib conundrum

The last month's Astana Troika summit in Tehran, comprising of leaders from Iran, Russia and Turkey discussed the current situation in Syria. In the joint statement that was released, focusing on the need to preserve the sovereignty of the Syrian Arab Republic. But the attention was primarily focused on the…

1 Oct 2018 11AM 20 min

Update on the ongoing crisis in Syria

For an update on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria, VOC Drive Time presenter, Shafiq Morton, spoke to the African Muslim Agency's Hassan Choonara.

11 Sep 2018 2AM 6 min

Water management specialist breaks down the City's decision to lower restrictions

The City of Cape Town has relaxed its water usage from 50 litres to 70 litres per person per day and is expected to drop water restrictions from Level 6B to Level 5 come October 1, 2018. After a devastating drought, the province's dams are now at 68 percent storage…

11 Sep 2018 1AM 11 min

Head of states gather in Tehran to discuss future of Syria's Idlib

Head of states from Iran, Russia and Turkey are expected to gather at a summit in Tehran to discuss the future of Syria’s Idlib. The city in northwestern Syria is currently in the grips of a humanitarian crisis where a number are people currently sheltering. VOC’s Drivetime host Shafiq Morton…

6 Sep 2018 10AM 9 min

Amy Biel movie

To mark the 25 anniversary of the death of anti-apartheid activist Amy Biehl, VOC spoke to the producers of the film commemorating her life. Biehl was an American graduate of Stanford University and a white anti-apartheid activist who was murdered by protesting residents in Gugulethu. Her story has been described…

3 Sep 2018 11AM 17 min

Mynamar jails Reuters reporters

A Myanmar court has found two Reuters journalist guilty of breaching a law on state secrets during during their reporting of massacre of Rohingya and sentenced them to seven years in prison. The Reuters journalists were arrested on December 12 while investigating the killing of 10 Rohingya and other abuses…

3 Sep 2018 11AM 10 min

how to alleviate poverty with UBI

In order to lessen poverty and inequality, advocates of Universal Basic Income are proposing a universal and unconditional policy where everyone is guaranteed a basic livelihood. On line is Elizaveta Fouksman, Leverhulme Research Fellow, at African Studies Centre, University of Oxford. Guest : Elizaveta Fouksman Position: Research Fellow, African Studies…

3 Sep 2018 10AM 12 min

Beating poverty is not just about money

Historically, poverty has been predominantly dealt with as a lack of material resources or an income deprivation issue. In countries like Angola and the DRC, multinational companies keep wealth from reaching the majority of citizens. But why is the continent's people so poor yet there is vast natural resources and…

29 Aug 2018 6AM 11 min

British Prime Minister Teresa May visits SA

South Africa is this week hosting UK Prime Minister, Theresa May, in a bid to strengthen trade and investment relations. Currently, both countries are going through some turbulent times with the land debate in South Africa generating more international interest. Will the land issue be part of this discussion? To…

28 Aug 2018 5AM 7 min

Palestinian activists Osama Nazzal and Rula Tamimi visit SA

Palestinian activists Osama Nazzal and Rula Tamimi are visiting South Africa. Rula is also the cousin of prominent youth activist, Ahed Tamimi. Osama is a Palestinian cartoonist who uses art to express his concern about the impact of the occupation on the life of ordinary Palestinians. The activists spoke to…

23 Aug 2018 8AM 22 min

Maulana Ihsaan's scholarly contribution lauded

We have had many glowing tributes on Maulana Ihsaan Hendricks life since his passing on Friday, and with Maulana being such as a larger than life figure, his impact on society will be discussed for many days to come. Maulana has become a household name because of his global Palestinian…

14 Aug 2018 10AM 18 min

Al Imdaad paints grim image of the aftermath of the Indonesia earthquake

Rescuers in Lombok , Indonesia are still pulling people alive from the rubble two days after a deadly earthquake struck the Indonesian island, causing widespread damage and panic. The 6.9 magnitude quake that struck early on Sunday evening killed 105 people and injured more than 236 others. Al Imdaad Foundation…

13 Aug 2018 8AM 18 min

CTIFMF: Works in Progress Program Supported by Industry Experts

The Cape Town International Film Market and Festival will take place from October 9th -19th 2018. While the festival promises to be a feast of film screenings designed to celebrate the best in regional and international cinema, the Market program, taking place from the 10th to the 13th is squarely…

10 Aug 2018 7AM 10 min

Mandla Mandela speaks to VOC News about #Mandela100

As the world marked what would have been Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday, the day had a special meaning for the family of the former struggle icon, who shared their son, husband, father and grandfather with the nation. VOC reporter Thakira Desai spoke to the grandson of Madiba, Chief Mandla Mandela,…

19 Jul 2018 3AM 23 min

Denis Goldberg discuss the legacy of his friend, Nelson Mandela

With the world marking the centenary anniversary since the birth of global icon Nelson Mandela, Drive Time producer Ibrahim Kangwa Chibwe spoke to former Rivonia trial accused, Dennis Goldberg, on the times they worked together underground as MK operatives.

18 Jul 2018 11AM 12 min

more air strikes in Gaza

At least two teenagers in the Gaza strip have been killed by Israel air raids, according to Palestinian health officials, as Israel carried out the largest daylight attack on the besieged enclave since the 2014 attack. On line is Khalil Batsha, BDS activist based in Palestine. Guest : Khalil Batsha…

17 Jul 2018 5AM 13 min