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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Weekly Africa report

In this week's Africa report, we look at the following: -Africa court requests Laurent Gbagbo be added to Ivory Coast electoral roll. -ECOWAS to lift sanctions on Mali following the appointment of new Prime minister. -And in Rwanda, hotel hero of the 1993 genocide admits forming an armed group behind…
30 Sep 2020 10AM 17 min

Understanding the intersections between violence against women & children

The Children's Institute (UCT) and Sonke Gender Justice are hosting a webnar on the Promotion and Understanding of the Intersection between Violence Against Women and Children. The focus of the themes include learning about interventions in Africa to jointly address violence against women and children. On line is Researcher at…
30 Sep 2020 10AM 6 min

Weekly Economic Report

In this week's world economic report, we look at the following: -SA economy sheds 2.2 million jobs in second quarter -SA and China to revamp 10 year strategic cooperation plan -Saudi firms in talks to form $11 billion petrol-chemical maker. On line is Senior Researcher, Department of Political Sciences at…
29 Sep 2020 11AM 15 min

Stats SA releases Q2 QLFC

The South Africa economy shed 2.2 million jobs in the second quarter of 2020, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey released by Statistics SA today. The results indicate that the number of employed persons decreased by 2.2 million to 14.1 million in the second quarter of 2020 compared…
29 Sep 2020 10AM 8 min

A look at Dr Anwah Nagia's contribution to the Palestinian struggle

We have a number of brilliant tributes to prominent human rights activist, businessman and philanthropist Dr Anwah Nagia, who passed away following his recent battle with Covid-19. He was laid to rest today at Mowbray Makbara. Of course, Dr Nagia has a long history of activism in fighting gentrification and…
29 Sep 2020 10AM 9 min

UCT launches Khoi and San Centre

The University of Cape Town (UCT) recently launched the Khoi and San Centre, which will foreground erased or marginalised indigenous knowledge. The development continues many years of groundwork by academics such as Dr June Bam – Hutchinson. On line for comment is UCT's Dr June Bam-Hutchinson.
28 Sep 2020 11AM 9 min

What are the implications of the Yemen government and Houthi rebels swap?

The Yemen government and the Houthi group have agreed a list of over 1,000 prisoners in what would be the largest swap yet. Yemen's internationally recognised government and the Houthi rebels agreed to exchange about 1,000 detainees and prisoners, including 15 Saudis, as part of trust-building steps aimed at reviving…
28 Sep 2020 11AM 12 min

Still no economic recovery plan for ailing SA economy

With over half a year gone since the country went into lockdown, financial experts are warning of much deeper recession for the country. In recent weeks president Ramaphosa has announced that business and social partners had submitted their ideas for recovery plans which will be integrated into one . On…
28 Sep 2020 10AM 13 min

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
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