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Madiba's former prison guard discusses his relationship with Winnie Mandela

As one of several prison guards of former president Nelson Mandela during his incarceration at Robben Island and later at Pollsmoor Correctional Facility, Christo Brand was one of the few people who witnessed the intimate relationship between Mandela and his former wife, struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. In 1978, the year…

3 Apr 2018 11AM 11 min

Opposition parties react to Winnie Mandela's passing

Various political parties and trade unions have reacted to the death of struggle stalwart Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Drive Time spoke to COPE President Mosiuoa Lekota.

3 Apr 2018 10AM 8 min

Land Day, a day of resistance

Forty-two years ago today, Israeli police shot and killed six Palestinians as they were protesting the Israeli government's expropriation of Palestinian land. Since then, March 30 has been known as Land Day. It has become a major commemorative date in the Palestinian political calender and an important even. Drive Time…

30 Mar 2018 11AM 16 min

Who is watching and holding officials accountable?

According to a survey conducted in a number of African states that conduct regular elections, evidence suggest that most Africans support democratic values and reward governments that adhere to democratic rules. Drive Time spoke to Thomas Isbell, PhD student at the University of Cape town.

30 Mar 2018 10AM 8 min

DA not happy with SASSA grant charge

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has expressed concern over the announcement that some social grant beneficiaries would have to pay R10 ON Bank charges each month. Sassa announced in Parliament that grant beneficiaries who access their funds using ATM's will have to pay R10 charge. Drive Time spoke to Bridget Masango,…

30 Mar 2018 10AM 8 min

PA warn Israel over incursion on Al-Aqsa mosque

The Palestinian Authority 's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has strongly condemned the preparation for the “Passover sacrifice” that was practised on Monday by extremist Jewish groups in the Ummyyad Places area South of the holy Aqsa Mosque. Drive Time spoke to Ishmail Patel, Founder, Friends of Aqsa UK.

28 Mar 2018 11AM 16 min

Cambridge analytica in data breach

In the last few days, Cambridge Analytica, which claims to use data to change behaviour including that of voters, has been accused of breaching Facebook rules in its efforts to collect data and use them to bring Donald Trump to power. Allegations in Kenya have focused on claims that Cambridge…

28 Mar 2018 10AM 10 min

Vicky Momberg given two year jail term

Vicky Momberg has been handed two years direct imprisonment for her racist rant after the court found her guilty in four counts of crimen injuria. Momberg was caught on camera shouting racist slurs at a black police office who was trying to assist her. Drive Time spoke to Gail Smith,…

28 Mar 2018 10AM 11 min

Egypt's Sisi poised to win presidential election

Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, presided over a security crackdown that has left thousands dead, imprisoned tens of thousands more, and made use of torture routine. But, none of that has stopped him from becoming US President Donald Trump's favourite Middle East leader. Drive Time's Shafiq Morton spoke to Fatima…

27 Mar 2018 11AM 15 min

Violent protests in Hermanus

Days of violent protests in Hermanus saw a satellite police station and a library come under attack. A failed land grab last week sparked the violence. But Western Cape Human Settlements MEC Bonginkosi Madikizela says the province’s land issue must be addressed in a proper manner. Drive Time spoke to…

27 Mar 2018 10AM 6 min

EU , US expels Russian diplomats

US President Donald Trump has ordered the expulsion of 60 Russians as the diplomatic dispute between Russia and the UK intensifies over a spy poisoning case. Up to 16 EU countries have also announced that they will expel 33 Russian diplomats. Drive Time spoke to Mark Sleboda, Senior lecturer in…

27 Mar 2018 10AM 12 min

Power dynamics in Horn of Africa

When Eritrea gained its independence from Ethiopia in 1993, Ethiopia became landlocked and therefore dependency from its neighbours, especially Djibouti for access to international markets. This dependency has hampered Ethiopia’s aspirations to emerge as the uncontested regional power in the Horn of Africa. Drive Time spoke to Professor Brendan Cannon,…

26 Mar 2018 11AM 10 min

Institute for Justice and Reconciliation on racism and whiteness

According to an IJR report, a large majority of white South African continue to be silent on racist events that continue to mushroom in South Africa. The 1994 ideology of sameness that was introduced post-apartheid is showing signs of cracks. Samantha Kambule is a Communications and Advocacy Project leader, Institute…

26 Mar 2018 10AM 7 min

Climate change in the 21st century

Climate change is the most serious challenge the human species faces. Despite numerous warnings, scientific studies, UN declarations, books, progressive media reporting, global leadership has failed humanity. But how do human survive the climate change crisis?. Drive Time spoke to Dr Vishwas Satgar, Associate professor, Department of International Relations, Wits…

26 Mar 2018 10AM 16 min

SandpaperGate rocks the cricket world

VOC news editor Tasneem Adams chatted to Australian cricket journalist Dennis Freedman about the #SandpaperGate scandal, in which Australian cricketers Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft admitted to a premeditated plan to change the condition of the ball, in Saturday's test match against South Africa at Newlands

26 Mar 2018 8AM 18 min

Saudi Prince Salman visits US

Crown Prince Mohammed bi Salman markets himself as a domestic reformer with ambition to unleash the potential of 32 million Saudi citizens. His actions both at home and among his neighbours call into question whether he can be a useful ally for the West. Drive Time spoke to Professor Ebrahim…

23 Mar 2018 10AM 13 min

SASOP concerned over human rights violations in hospitals

Instances of abuse of patients' rights and failures to execute duty of care within the framework of the South African Constitution were some of the main findings by the South African Society of Psychiatry(SASOP) post visit to Tower Hospital.Drive Time spoke to Professor Bernard Janse van Rensburg, president of SAPO.

23 Mar 2018 10AM 8 min

DA goes to court over Zuma legal fees

The Presidency says the DA is well within its right to approach a court over former President Jacob Zuma's use of public funds to foot his legal bills. The party is seeking a court review. Drive Time spoke to Refiloe Nt'sekhe, DA national spokesperson.

23 Mar 2018 10AM 5 min

Ahed reaches plea bargain with Israeli courts

Imprisoned Palestinian teen activist Ahed Tamimi has reached a plea bargain with Israeli army prosecutors that will see her serve eight months in jail. On line is Manal Tamimi, Ahed Tamimi's aunt.

22 Mar 2018 11AM 5 min

SADC, an elite club?

The Southern African Development Community(SADC) has been attacked as an elite club used by corrupt national leaders to justify their hold on power. The regional body was criticised for marginalising civil society groups. Drive Time spoke to Mark Peterson, Public Dialogue Consultant, Centre for Conflict Resolution.

22 Mar 2018 11AM 12 min