Drivetime

Countering global Islamophobia

The Australian man responsible for a massive massacre of Muslim worshipers last Friday in New Zealand has been described as an extremist right wing and violent terrorist. During his court appearance, he expressed admiration for other violent white nationalists. On line is Sociologist at Rice University specializing on Anti- Racism…

18 Mar 2019 11AM 17 min

Are leaders like Trump inspiring extremism?

In the aftermath of the New Zealand terror attack, questions have been asked on how the gunman got inspired by some of the current and past leaders of the world. Prior to his election as US president, Donald Trump had shown his hate for immigrants and the media has fuelled…

18 Mar 2019 10AM 13 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our Media Hit Parade where we analyse stories that has been making the big chats in the media sphere. On line is Co- founder Acumen Media Tonya Khoury.

15 Mar 2019 10AM 11 min

Can white people be terrorists?

Following the deadly attack at New Zealand Masjid, we try to understand how the international media report on atrocities perpetrated by white supremacist. In the case of Brenton Tarrant, a white suspect in the Christchurch massacre, a lot of focus is centred on his beliefs. For more we are joined…

15 Mar 2019 10AM 9 min

Kashmir issue, what is the solution?

More than 40 Indian security staff lost their lives in a suicide attack on February 14, 2019 in Pulwama region of Indian administered Kashmir. Following that, Indai launched air strikes in Pakistan after the Jaish-e- Mohammed group claimed responsibility. So why is the conflict heating up again. In studio we…

14 Mar 2019 11AM 37 min

UNICEF warns of stigmatization of ISIS children

The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) has warned against stigmatisation of children born in the Islamic State groups or ISIS. According to the UNICEF, an estimated 3,000 foreign children are currently housed at Al-Hol camp in Syria. On line is Unicef Middle East and North Africa chief of communications Juliette…

14 Mar 2019 10AM 14 min

Weekly Africa Report

In today's weekly Africa report, we look at the ongoing political crisis in Algeria where ailing president Abdelaziz Bouteflika has withdrawn from the presidential race. Over 1,000 judges refused to oversee the vote if Bouteflika was on the ballot. In DRC opposition leader JP Bemba is seeking 77 million dollars…

13 Mar 2019 10AM 21 min

SA Chinese community goes to Equality Court

The Chinese community has taken the anti-Chinese hate speech to the Equality court. The case concerns a series of comments by individuals that were posted on the Facebook pages of Carte Blanche and Karoo Donkey Sanctuary. On line is Vice Chairperson of the Chinese Association Francis Lai Hong

13 Mar 2019 10AM 9 min

Lessons from the Arab Spring eight years on

This year marks 8 years since the Arab Spring started in Tunisia and sprung across North Africa forcing a number of countries to collapse. So what has been the lessons learned during this period? On line is Professor of Classical Islamic Thought at the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences,…

12 Mar 2019 11AM 14 min

Weekly World Economic Report

In today's World Economic Report, we look at the new Brexit deal at the UK secures changes to its exit from the European Union that left the pound surging. Meanwhile, Dutch envoy to SA has said investors will await the outcome of this year's elections to give direction to country's…

12 Mar 2019 10AM 17 min

Prominent Saudi woman activist to go on trial

The trial of Loujain al Hathloul, one of nearly a dozen prominent Saudi Arabian women rights activists jailed last year will go on trial on Wednesday. Dozen of rights activists have been detained in the Kingdom for the past two years in apparent bid to stamp out opposition to Crown…

11 Mar 2019 11AM 15 min

Comair to continue flying Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplanes

*Post this interview Comair has suspended Max 8 airplanes* Comair says it will continue flying its new Boeing 737 Max 8 following an Ethiopian Airlines crash on Sunday. This is the second crash involving a Boeing 737 Max 8 plane after Lion Air flight crashed off Java Sea in October…

11 Mar 2019 10AM 11 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back wit our Media Hit Parade where we analyse stories that are hitting the numbers both local and international. On line is Acumen Media Co- founder Tonya Khoury.

8 Mar 2019 10AM 12 min

Book Review: Swimming with the Sharks

Welcome to Free Book Friday and today we review “Swimming with the Sharks” simple business guidelines for a complex world by Entrepreneur, marketing and communication expert Gavin Moffat.

8 Mar 2019 10AM 17 min

ANC rejects motion to rename Cape Town International Airport

The debate on the renaming of Cape Town airport was shot down in parliament after the ANC's rejected the motion by opposition EFF. Several names have been suggested, including that of Krotoa. On line is Khoi Chief Khattaha Arendse

7 Mar 2019 9AM 14 min

SAPO to end cash payments of SASSA

The South African Post Office (SAPO) has told Portfolio Committee of Telecommunications and Post Services that it will eliminate cash payments to SASSA beneficiaries, especially in rural areas. SASSA and SAPO has a a disbursement agreement. On line is National Advocacy Manager at Black Sash Hoodah Abrahams – Fayker,

7 Mar 2019 9AM 9 min

US changes rules on gun export

The Trump administration is about to change the rules on small arms export regulations that opponents say could flood conflict zones like the Middle East . The rules, once finalised would allow sniper rifles and other automatic firearms to be sold commercially without requiring US companies to register with State…

6 Mar 2019 10AM 10 min

Weekly Africa Report

In today's Weekly Africa Report, we look at the protests in Algeria where president Abdelaziz Bouteflika has confirmed bid for a fifth term amid ongoing protests. Bouteflika, who suffered a stroke in 2013 has never been seen in public then. Meanwhile, the US government has extended sanctions against Zimbabwe for…

6 Mar 2019 9AM 17 min

Egypt takes role at UNHR

At least nine international human rights organisations have asked the United Nations Human Rights Council to ensure that Egypt is not allowed to seize a leading role in relation to the mandate of the United Nations. This after Egypt is set to take over the leadership role from Mexico. On…

5 Mar 2019 10AM 13 min

Weekly World Economic Report

In our weekly world report today, we look at US' president Trump's intention to scrap the trade status granted to India and Turkey. Trump says the two countries no longer comply with the eligibility criteria. In Brazil, the new president has directed the indigenous people to vacate the land to…

5 Mar 2019 9AM 19 min