Drivetime

CHRISTO BRAND ON KATHRADA'S FRIENDSHIP IN PRISON

In our special tribute to Ahmed Kathrada, Drivetime spoke to former prison guard Christo Brand. He came to Robben Island, where Mandela and Kathrada was held, in 1978 when he was 18 years old. He was then transferred to Pollsmoor Prison. He and Kathrada developed a friendship over the course…

29 Mar 2017 10AM 4 min

LALOO CHIBA REMEMBERS HIS GOOD FRIEND KATHY

On the passing of Ahmed Kathrada, Laloo Chiba remembers his close bond with the anti-apartheid stalwart. Laloo Chiba served 18 years on Robben Island for his part in the sabotage campaign leading to what was called the ‘little Rivonia trial’, after the jailing of the first High Command.

29 Mar 2017 10AM 8 min

Ahmed Kathrada chats to Drivetime

As we pay tribute to anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada, we bring you a special throwback interview Shafiq Morton conducted with Uncle Kathy in July 2011 when he visited the VOC studio. Its an unforgettable interview that still leaves Shafiq with lumps in his throat!

28 Mar 2017 12PM 24 min

Ahmed Kathrada instudio with VOC Drivetime

As we pay tribute to anti-apartheid icon Ahmed Kathrada, we bring you a special interview I conducted with Uncle Kathy in July 2011 when he visited the VOC studio

28 Mar 2017 12PM 24 min

Kathrada, the champion of Palestinian human rights

While anti-apartheid veteran, Ahmed Kathrada is renown for his fight against the apartheid regime, he has been lauded for his efforts in the fight for the liberation of the peoples of Palestine, in particular the fight for the release of Palestinian political prisoners. In this feature, VOC journalist Thakira Desai…

28 Mar 2017 11AM 10 min

Omar Regan in CT for premiere of American Sharia

The ugly, ridiculous, and in this case, humourous side of Islamophobia is explored in US comedian Omar Regan’s latest flick called ‘American Sharia’, which will air in Cape Town on Friday. The film screening is being hosted by Islamic Relief South Africa. Drivetime presenter Shafiq Morton spoke to the funny…

24 Mar 2017 5AM 18 min

Drought in the Horn of Africa

Recently we have been reporting on the Famine in East Africa, and we know that Somalia is a country on the edge of a catastrophe, according to the United Nations. 16.5 million people across East Africa are in dire need of assistance. Islamic Relief is active throughout the East Africa…

21 Mar 2017 11AM 14 min

Syria - From The Eye Of A Syrian

VOC reporter Yaseen Kippie was recently on the Turkish /Syrian border engaging Syrian Refugees about the humanitarian and political crisis in Syria. This is a special feature he produced highlighting the perspective of the Syrians affected by the war. Syria through the eyes of a Syrian

14 Mar 2017 9AM 8 min

Trevor Manuels speech

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…

6 Mar 2017 10AM 24 min

Making SA great again..?

A combination of cowardice and incompetence in our politicians, across the spectrum, has fanned the flames of xenophobic hatred. These are the views from some sections of society. But on line is Paul Mulindwa, Senior Project officer at Centre for Conflict Resolution. Guest : Paul Mulindwa Position: Senior Project Officer,…

24 Feb 2017 9AM 7 min

[Analysis] Trump security advisor Michael Flynn quits

Michael Flynn has resigned as national security adviser of the USA over his contact with Russian officials before President Donald Trump took office. His resignation followed reports that the Department of Justice warned Trump about his compromised position. We are now joined by J. Brooks Spector, a former US Diplomat…

14 Feb 2017 9AM 19 min

US student gives glimpse into Trumps America

US student and Madina Institute graduate Abbas Darab, of Afghan descent, speaks to Drivetime on what its like for a young Muslim living under the Trump adminstration

7 Feb 2017 2AM 19 min

Book Review: Against All Olds

“Against All Odds: Zambia’s President Edgar Chagwa Lungu’s Rough Journey to State House” written by Anthony Mukwita is about Zambia President Edgar Lungu as well as about African democracy and leadership. It is also about Zambia, the proverbial last bastion of peace in sub-Saharan Africa and about the great people…

3 Feb 2017 10AM 28 min

Franco /Anglo protests continue in Cameroon

In Cameroon, a fight over colonial languages is dividing the country. English-speaking regions , once divided between France and Britain, have been protesting for months against the dominance of the French language. On line now is Albert Nchinda is an International Political analyst and now joins us on line from…

31 Jan 2017 9AM 10 min

Petrol Price gets the increase

The retail price of 93 octane petrol is set to rise by 50 cents a litre and 95 octane by 48 cents a litre on January 4, the energy department has announced. To tell us more is Layton Beard, owner and founder of LGB Media and now joins us on…

30 Jan 2017 5AM 5 min

Trump Put Limits on Refugee Immigration

The US President, Donald Trump, will sign executive orders restricting visas and immigration, as well as the entry of refugees, making good on his signature campaign pledges, according to several media reports. Now to help us understand this, we are joined by Prof, John Stremlau, Lecturer in International Relations at…

25 Jan 2017 10AM 7 min

US State Dept Reviews Payment To Palestine

The State Department is reviewing a decision by former Secretary of State John Kerry to send $221 million dollars to the Palestine over the objections of congressional Republicans. On line is Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions against Israel in South Africa, (BDS-SA) spokesperson, Kwara Kekana Guest : Kwara Kekana Position: BDS-…

25 Jan 2017 9AM 12 min

SABC Board appointments under way

Parliament's communications committee has stressed the urgent need for the appointment of an interim SABC board, with members agreeing to have the chief whips of parties come up with names. To help us on this is William Bird, Director, Media Monitoring Africa. Guest : William Bird Position: Director, Media Monitoring…

24 Jan 2017 9AM 15 min

Shiraaz Mohamed alive, says Gift of the Givers

The Gift of the Givers Foundation today said they had established through their networks that South African photojournalist Shiraaz Mohamed was still alive, but still had no proof of life. Gift of the Givers Foundation founder Dr Imitiaaz Sooliman is on line to tell us more. Guest : Dr Imitiaaz…

23 Jan 2017 9AM 10 min

SA good destination for investment, says Ramaphosa

Vice President Cyrial Ramaphosa says the country had a robust discussions at the World Economic Forum. He said the team is satisfied that the right messages about the country as an investment destination were put out. On line is Dr Jason Musyoka, Post Doctoral Fellow at the University of Pretoria…

23 Jan 2017 9AM 13 min