Drivetime

Abeer Ahmed Zayyaad gives insights into Masjidul Aqsa

Jerusalem based archaeologist, Abeer Ahmed Zayyad, is in Cape Town on an educational and information tour hosted by Salaamedia. Shafiq Morton spoke to Zayyad who gave fascinating insights into Masjidul Aqsa.

17 Apr 2017 5AM 28 min

Why the US cant simply take out Assad

President Trump is still basking in the glow of his resolute decision to launch missiles at a Syrian air base in order to punish Bashar al-Assad for a chemical weapon attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun. Some analysts are saying it’s a direct contradiction to everything that he had…

17 Apr 2017 4AM 15 min

The public transport system and legacy of apartheid spatial planning

On Friday afternoon, the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (Satawu) and two other unions have reached an agreement with employers, ending the bus strike. But this doesn’t solve the long term problem of public transport in our major cities and the fact that the poor, working class have…

17 Apr 2017 3AM 12 min

Saffers take to streets to protest State Capture and corruption

It seems that public outrage with regards to president Zuma’s cabinet reshuffle and the so called capture of the state is not just being felt on South African soil but abroad as well….where we are seeing expats also taking a keen interest on the issue. On Wednesday evening, a small…

17 Apr 2017 3AM 11 min

Zapiro’s cartoon gets backlash over depiction of rape

Famed cartoonist Zapiro has been trending on social media following his latest cartoon about state capture, which uses the theme of rape. It depicts President Jacob Zuma zipping up his trousers as one of the Gupta brothers gets ready to "rape" South Africa, depicted as a woman, with State Security…

12 Apr 2017 10AM 11 min

Stockholm truck attacker identified

A 39-year-old Uzbek national arrested on "suspicion of terrorist crime" was likely to be the driver of a truck that rammed into the crowd of people in central Stockholm , killing four, according to Swedish authorities. But on line from Stockholm is Anthony Mukwita, former journalist and currently Charge d'…

10 Apr 2017 11AM 13 min

KATHRADA'S FORMER PA GIVES SOME INSIGHT INTO WORKING UNDER THE GENTLE GIANT

As part of our tributes to Ahmed Kathrada, we spoke to his former personal assistant Muhammad Seedat.

29 Mar 2017 2PM 8 min

ANDREW MLANGENI SPEAKS ABOUT HIS BOND OF SOLIDARITY WITH KATHRADA

One of only two former Rivonia Trialists still alive, Andrew Mlangeni, has paid a glowing tribute to his fellow trialist and Robben Islander, Ahmed Kathrada, on the occasion of his death.

29 Mar 2017 10AM 8 min

CHRISTO BRAND ON KATHRADA'S FRIENDSHIP IN PRISON

In our special tribute to Ahmed Kathrada, Drivetime spoke to former prison guard Christo Brand. He came to Robben Island, where Mandela and Kathrada was held, in 1978 when he was 18 years old. He was then transferred to Pollsmoor Prison. He and Kathrada developed a friendship over the course…

29 Mar 2017 10AM 4 min

LALOO CHIBA REMEMBERS HIS GOOD FRIEND KATHY

On the passing of Ahmed Kathrada, Laloo Chiba remembers his close bond with the anti-apartheid stalwart. Laloo Chiba served 18 years on Robben Island for his part in the sabotage campaign leading to what was called the ‘little Rivonia trial’, after the jailing of the first High Command.

29 Mar 2017 10AM 8 min

Ahmed Kathrada chats to Drivetime

As we pay tribute to anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada, we bring you a special throwback interview Shafiq Morton conducted with Uncle Kathy in July 2011 when he visited the VOC studio. Its an unforgettable interview that still leaves Shafiq with lumps in his throat!

28 Mar 2017 12PM 24 min

Ahmed Kathrada instudio with VOC Drivetime

As we pay tribute to anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada, we bring you a special interview I conducted with Uncle Kathy in July 2011 when he visited the VOC studio

28 Mar 2017 12PM 24 min

Kathrada, the champion of Palestinian human rights

While anti-apartheid veteran, Ahmed Kathrada is renown for his fight against the apartheid regime, he has been lauded for his efforts in the fight for the liberation of the peoples of Palestine, in particular the fight for the release of Palestinian political prisoners. In this feature, VOC journalist Thakira Desai…

28 Mar 2017 11AM 10 min

Omar Regan in CT for premiere of American Sharia

The ugly, ridiculous, and in this case, humourous side of Islamophobia is explored in US comedian Omar Regan’s latest flick called ‘American Sharia’, which will air in Cape Town on Friday. The film screening is being hosted by Islamic Relief South Africa. Drivetime presenter Shafiq Morton spoke to the funny…

24 Mar 2017 5AM 18 min

Drought in the Horn of Africa

Recently we have been reporting on the Famine in East Africa, and we know that Somalia is a country on the edge of a catastrophe, according to the United Nations. 16.5 million people across East Africa are in dire need of assistance. Islamic Relief is active throughout the East Africa…

21 Mar 2017 11AM 14 min

Syria - From The Eye Of A Syrian

VOC reporter Yaseen Kippie was recently on the Turkish /Syrian border engaging Syrian Refugees about the humanitarian and political crisis in Syria. This is a special feature he produced highlighting the perspective of the Syrians affected by the war. Syria through the eyes of a Syrian

14 Mar 2017 9AM 8 min

Trevor Manuels speech

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…

6 Mar 2017 10AM 24 min

Making SA great again..?

A combination of cowardice and incompetence in our politicians, across the spectrum, has fanned the flames of xenophobic hatred. These are the views from some sections of society. But on line is Paul Mulindwa, Senior Project officer at Centre for Conflict Resolution. Guest : Paul Mulindwa Position: Senior Project Officer,…

24 Feb 2017 9AM 7 min

[Analysis] Trump security advisor Michael Flynn quits

Michael Flynn has resigned as national security adviser of the USA over his contact with Russian officials before President Donald Trump took office. His resignation followed reports that the Department of Justice warned Trump about his compromised position. We are now joined by J. Brooks Spector, a former US Diplomat…

14 Feb 2017 9AM 19 min

US student gives glimpse into Trumps America

US student and Madina Institute graduate Abbas Darab, of Afghan descent, speaks to Drivetime on what its like for a young Muslim living under the Trump adminstration

7 Feb 2017 2AM 19 min