The Voice of the Cape Drivetime

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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Book Review: “All Rise” by Dikgang Moseneke

In today's book review, we chat to former deputy chief justice Digkang Moseneke on his latest book “All Rise, a judicial memoir” published by Pan Macmillan. All Rise offers a unique, insiders view of how the judicial system operates at its best and how it responds when its under fire…
25 Sep 2020 11AM 24 min

Opinion: The Heritage of Hope

As we as South African nation celebrate Heritage Day, and as we reflect on our heritage during Heritage Month, what stands out clearly is that this year's celebration was different. We, along with our fellow continental and global citizens have experienced what can be described as one of the greatest…
25 Sep 2020 10AM 11 min

Israel using UAE for Africa interests?

A high level delegation of Sudan officials led by the head of ruling council was in the UAE for talks with Emirati and US officials. In August, US secretary of state Mike Pompeo raised the issue of Sudan establishing ties with Israel. This development indicates the emergency of a new…
23 Sep 2020 11AM 13 min

Xenophobic fears stoked over calls for Nigerians and Zimbabweans to leave SA

A group of South Africans calling themselves Only One SA wants Nigerians and Zimbabweans out of the country. The group marched to the countries' embassies in Pretoria today. While the organisers say they are not xenophobic, targeted attack on none nationals is not new in SA. We now get a…
23 Sep 2020 10AM 8 min

Arab calligraphy of Tuan Guru

Shafiq Morton speaks to Cape Town calligrapher Faheem Rhoda Jackson about the handwriting and Arabic calligraphy of Tuan Guru and why this is important for Cape Muslim heritage
22 Sep 2020 11AM 18 min

World Economic Report

In this week's world economic report, we look at the following: -Second coronavirus wave hitting Europe will be dire for SA's exports. -Shares in major banks plummet following fraud allegations. -TikTok: Trump vows to block deal allowing Chinese control. On line is Senior Researcher, Department of Political Science at the…
22 Sep 2020 10AM 15 min

Leaked US secret files reveal billions in money laundering

A leaked secret US government documents has revealed how major international banks are helping launder money in the illicit economy. The FICEN files shows more than two- trillion dollars of transactions between 1999 and 2017. But on line for comment is Researcher, Investigations and Advocacy for Open Secrets, Michael Marchant.
22 Sep 2020 10AM 12 min

Horn of Africa bloc could destabilise the larger region

Relations in the horn of Africa are complex and complicated. They are characterised by deeply ingrained rivalries between Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia in a conflict-ridden region. For decades, it has been known for civil war, conflict and poor economic development. So why a proposed Horn of Africa bloc could destabilise…
21 Sep 2020 11AM 13 min

World Alzheimer Day

As the world marks World Alzheimer Day today, more than 50 million people globally live with dementia, a figure expected to treble in the next 30 years. Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, diabetes, hypertension are among the 12 risk factors for dementia, according to the medical journal The Lancet commission on…
21 Sep 2020 10AM 8 min

Technology to assist lock down stress and anxiety

A group of South African Psychologists have produced a technology solution to help the side effects of stress and anxiety due to lockdown. Covid-19 has created ongoing uncertainty for many on the health and economic being leaving a mental toll on most people. But on line for comment is CEO…
21 Sep 2020 10AM 9 min

One million rand reward for information on Kinnear killers

Forensics for Justice has offered a R1 million reward for information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of those involved in the assassination of top police detective Charl Kinnear. Kinnear has been working on high profile cases involving the underworld that saw him receive numerous death threats, and…
21 Sep 2020 10AM 9 min

The Lie of 1652: A decolonized history of land

Today's book is one hot off the press. It's called 'The Lie of 1652: A decolonised history of land' by prominent historian and heritage activist Patric Tariq Mellet. It’s a radical critique of established pre-colonial and colonial history and retells the story of dispossession, the destruction of livelihoods and the…
19 Sep 2020 6AM 32 min

Reconciliation Barometer Survey

The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) hosted a webnar on the significance of South African citizen's attitudes to national reconciliation, social cohesion, transformation and democratic governance. On line for comment is Project Leader for the South African Reconciliation Barometer (SARB), Mikhail Moosa.
17 Sep 2020 11AM 9 min

Middle East Report

In this week's Middle East Report in partnership with the London based Middle East Monitor, we look at the following: -Bahrain NGOs say normalisation does not lead to peace. -US designates Al Jazeera affiliate as foreign agent. -Fear of war crimes probe against US as arms sales continue to Saudi,…
17 Sep 2020 11AM 18 min

Weekly Africa Report

In this week's Africa report , we look at the following: -Belgium to return slain former Congo president Patrice Lumumba's tooth to family. -Mozambique condemns horrifying execution of naked woman by men clad in government army uniform. -Mali opposition rejects military backed transition charter. On line is political science lecturer…
17 Sep 2020 10AM 11 min

What will South Africa's economic recovery plan look like?

The National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) has agreed to an economic recovery plan for the country. President Ramaphosa announced an economic stimulus plan that will see the recovery of the economy following months of shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic. So does the country need a new…
17 Sep 2020 10AM 10 min

Annual procurement Conference to address key procurement challenges

The PPE procurement scandal, which saw vital Covid-19 funds channelled to politically connected business people, has brought the issue of SA's tender system into the spotlight. So what can be done to make government procurement more corruption free? On line is Larisa Cornelius, chair of Association Proposals Management Professional of…
16 Sep 2020 11AM 17 min

HRW urges donors to ensure aid reaches Beirut victims

Human Rights Watch has urged international donors responding to the August 4 Beirut explosion to ensure that emergency aid protects the rights of those affected. Thirty-six countries have pledged 253 million euros for emergency support to Lebanon during a donor conference led by France and HRW wants this aids to…
16 Sep 2020 11AM 9 min
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