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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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1116 – 1136

Will the ANC implode after Zuma's testimony?

Its day three at the Zondo Commission into State Capture, where former president Jacob Zuma is testifying . So far Zuma has implicated two senior ANC members of being spies.? So what does this mean for the ANC.? On line is Independent political analyst Khaya Sithole.
18 Jul 2019 8AM 12 min

What are South African arms doing in Yemen?

The world seems to have forgotten the catastrophic sufferings and mass starvations in Yemen due to the Saudi led sea, land and air blockade. According to the UN, more than 1.3 million children in Yemen are facing starvation. So why are South African arms part of the war in Yemen…
18 Jul 2019 3AM 12 min

Who will be WC Police chief?

As the battle for a Western Cape police chief intensifies, the man in the running for the province's top job is embroiled in a two decade court battle with the police ministry. On line is Investigative journalist Caryn Dolley.
16 Jul 2019 9AM 9 min

Gangs and violence on the Cape Flats

The Cape flats is currently enduring an intense period of gang violence, in which over 900 people have been murdered in the first half of the year. But these are nationwide problems to which there can be only national solutions. On line is Senior Analyst at Global Initiative Against Transnational…
16 Jul 2019 9AM 10 min

Zuma appears at Zondo Commission

Former president Jacob appeared at the Zondo Commission of Inquiry. The Commission is looking into allegations of State capture. On line is Political Science lecturer at UNISA Professor Dirk Kotze.
16 Jul 2019 9AM 12 min

SAFCEI raises concern over budget vote on Energy

The Southern African Faith Communities Environment Institute (SAFCEI) says the proposed energy plans by mineral resources minister Gwede Mantashe will further add to the country's climate crisis. On line is SAFCEI Executive Director Francesca de Gasparis.
16 Jul 2019 9AM 6 min

Is the SANDF a viable option to fight crime on the Cape Flats?

The South African National Defence Forces (SANDF) has been deployed in gang-ridden areas in the Western Cape. Minister of Police Bheki Cele told parliament the military will work with police to stabilise the areas. Online is School of Security and African Studies, Faculty of Military Sciences at Stellenbosch University, Dr…
15 Jul 2019 7AM 8 min

Israel asked to quit trying to Judaise al Quds

British Palestinian engineering professor at the University of Birmingham Kamel Hawwash has argued that Israel should stop trying to Judaise al Quds. The Holy city is known for its Arab Palestinian character as important part of its world renowned diversity. Kamel now joins us on line.
9 Jul 2019 11AM 15 min

How should young South Africans find employment?

The recent contraction of the South African economy does not bode well for the country's unemployment crisis. Decades of weak economic performance and less job creation will make young people struggle to find employment. On line is Researcher at the Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg Senzelwe…
9 Jul 2019 10AM 7 min

Is Cyril protecting Gordhan?

Is president Ramaphosa protecting minister Gordhan? That is the questions currently being asked as to why the president is failing to act on the Public Protector's recommendation for remedial action. On line is Political Analyst Ralph Mathekga.
9 Jul 2019 10AM 13 min

What is Sahwa? - The movement under pressure in Saudi

The Saudi al -Sahwa al-Islamiyya (Islamic awakening)or Sahwa , was a period of powerful social and political change in Saudi Arabia between the 1960s and 1980s. Despite several waves of state repression since the 1990, the Muslim Brotherhood- inspired religious movement has maintained an influence over the years . Now…
8 Jul 2019 11AM 15 min

AU members sign trade agreement

The African nations officially launched a landmark trade agreement at an AU Summit in Niger yesterday. The agreement has been hailed as a historic step towards 'peace and prosperity” across the continent. On line is Professor of International Developmental Law and African Economy at University of Pretoria Danny Bradlow.
8 Jul 2019 10AM 9 min

Donor funded journalism needs to be scrutinized

An enormous and increasing portion of the foreign development aid coming into Africa annually is for media development. The news media landscape and journalism on the continent and globally have undergone changes, practices that needs to be reassessed. On line is Senior Lecturer in International Communications at University of Leeds…
8 Jul 2019 10AM 11 min

Media Hit Parade with Tonya Khoury

We are back with our Media Hit Parade and again we look at the stories that have made the numbers this week. On line is Acumen Media co-founder and Director Tonya Khoury.
5 Jul 2019 10AM 15 min

Lebanese army destroys Syrian detention centre

The Lebanese Armed forces have demolished about 20 Syrian refugee shelters, contending that they did not comply with long-existing hosing codes, Human Rights Watch said. On line is Human Rights Watch Acting Director, Middle East and North Africa Lama Fakih
5 Jul 2019 10AM 7 min

MSF condemns air raid on Tripoli detention centre

A deadly air raid on a migrant detention centre in Tripoli Libya has left at least 44 people killed and over 130 wounded. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) have condemned the raid and believes more could have been done to avoid the tragedy. On line is Doctors Without Borders Senior Humanitarian…
4 Jul 2019 10AM 9 min

Annual survey on philanthropic funding

Many South Africans organisations and individuals are giving significantly more philanthropic funding to local universities. However, the majority of funding goes to more research-intensive, historically advantaged universities. The challenge is how understand and address this discrepancy. On line is Executive Director of Inyathelo Nazeeman Mohamed.
4 Jul 2019 10AM 13 min

Can Saudi Arabia & Iran bring peace to the Middle East

Relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran have rarely been worse. In the history of relations between the two countries, there have been regular shifts between the countries. So, can the two countries make peace and bring stability to the Middle East. On line…
3 Jul 2019 11AM 14 min
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