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Book Review: Islamic Dawah at the Cape during the Dutch and British colonial period of 1652-1842

Welcome to Free Book Friday and today we review “Islamic Dawah at the Cape during the Dutch and British colonial period of 1652-1842. The book is authored by South African historian Ebrahim Rhoda.

3 May 2019 11AM 14 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our weekly Media Hit Parade. This will be the last for the show before Drive time hibernates for Ramadaan. On line is Acumen Media co-founder and Director Tonya Khoury

3 May 2019 10AM 9 min

Middle class battle to find political home is SA

South Africa's black middle class is growing numerically and politically. But does it see the world differently from others. Does this translate into vote behavior? These questions require close considerations because the black class is critical when it comes to choosing its political home. On line is Head, School of…

2 May 2019 10AM 10 min

Semenya loses appeal for equal treatment

The Court of Arbitration for sport (CAS) has dismissed South African athlete Caster Semenya's challenge to international athletics regulation which would see her compelled to undergo medical treatment. The panel found that while the new regulation discriminate Semenya, they are not valid. On line is Senior Legal Advisor at Human…

2 May 2019 10AM 11 min

SA marks 25 years of freedom

As the country celebrated Freedom Day on Saturday, the International Peace Colleague of South Africa hosted a symposium during the Ramadhan for All at the Castle. The aim was unpack the challenges that country has faced since the dawn of democracy. DT producer Ibrahim Kangwa Chibwe spoke to Economic Development…

29 Apr 2019 10AM 8 min

Is the ANC set to retake the WC from DA

ANC western cape elections head Ebrahim Rasool says areas that have historically been DA strongholds in the province have opened up for them. Western Cape will be one of the heavily contested areas once the country goes to the polls on May 8. On line is ANC Western Cape election…

29 Apr 2019 10AM 14 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our weekly Media Hit Parade where we keep track with all the stories that hitting the mark across the world. On line is Acumen Media Co- founder and Director Tonya Khoury.

26 Apr 2019 11AM 13 min

Freedom Day and reconciliation

South Africa will tomorrow be commemorating freedom day. The day is very significant to the country's history as it marks 25 years since the first democratic elections. But has the country healed and reconciled? On line is Distinguished Professor, Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University Jonathan Jansen.

26 Apr 2019 10AM 12 min

Cyclone Kenneth heading to kick up a storm

Cyclone Kenneth has formed in the Indian ocean and is strengthening while making its way towards Mozambique. This would be the second storm system to make land fall after Idai. So what is behind this change in climate? On line is South African Weather Service (SAWS) Researcher and Marine Expert…

25 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min

Fire Jiba & Mrwebi says commission

The Mokgoro Commission looking into the fitness to hold office of advocates Nomgcobo Jiba and Lawrence Mrwebi has recommended that the pair be fired. The presidency has not announced its decision yet. On line is Head of Academic Program and Senior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University Dr Zwelinzima Ndevu.

25 Apr 2019 10AM 8 min

Sudan given three months for reform

Sudan's military said it is communicating with all political forces to name a prime minister and form a civilian government. Tensions escalated on Sunday after talks broke down between protesters and the military council. Fore more is Sudanese expert and Medical Doctor for World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr Abdul -…

24 Apr 2019 11AM 18 min

SA consumer confidence takes a dip

South African consumer confidence declined to its lowest level in more than a year in the first quarter as expectations of an economic recovery declines. On line is Senior Economist at Econmetrix Dr Azar Jammine

24 Apr 2019 10AM 16 min

Black Muslim Conference

This past week end, a group of Black Muslims in South Africa made history when they organised the inaugural Black Muslim Conference. The gathering was exclusive to black Muslims aimed at outlining the status of black Muslims in South Africa. On line is Gauteng Shura Council Amir Muhammed Gadimeng

23 Apr 2019 11AM 14 min

World Economic Report

In this week's world economic report, we look at the Stanford University study that shows that global warming has increased inequalities since 1960s. We will also look at the UN Economic Report on Africa that shows Tax reform and digitalisation are critical for Africa's development. Back home, South Africa's bureaucratic…

23 Apr 2019 10AM 17 min

LUF goes to SAHRC for economic rights

Last month the Langeberg Unemployed Forum (LUF) submitted a complaint to the Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) for lack of respect to constitutional and economic rights by the government. On line is spokesperson Xolile Mpindi.

22 Apr 2019 10AM 7 min

Sri Lanka suffers death and destruction

Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday turned into a scene of death and destruction. Churches and luxury hotels were targeted in at least eight coordinated blasts. Hundreds of people were killed, with official figure at 290 confirmed dead. So what does this mean for Sri Lanka, a country still recovering from decades…

22 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min

Weekly Africa report

In this week's Africa Report, we look at Sudan after the overthrow of Omar al- Bashir and Africa Union (AU) 15 day ultimatum for the country to return to civilian rule. In Algeria, the chairman of the Constitutional Council, Tayib Belaiz has quit his post following anti government protests that…

17 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min

Can SA punch its weight on global scene?

Most voters in most countries do not generally make their electoral choices based on the promises made to them on foreign policy. Even in American voters, whose country's global presence remains more influential, are not knowledgeable about their borders, but South Africa should aspire to punch itself above its weight…

17 Apr 2019 10AM 15 min

Weekly Economic Report

In today's weekly world economic report, we look into world economy as the global finance chiefs prepare to act to spur growth as the economy faces a downside risks. In Europe, the Brexit delay remains a prisoner of uncertainty to the UK economy. Back home, Zimbabwe is set to compensate…

16 Apr 2019 10AM 14 min

Why do young people choose to protest rather than vote

Young people represent a potentially powerful political force in South Africa such that if they all voted, they could fundamentally change the political landscape. The Institute for Security Studies has conducted a number qualitative research to better understand the factors influencing voter apathy in young people. And on line is…

16 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min