The Drive with Rob & Roz

Why were SA journalists stuck in Poland for over 48 hours?

President Cyril Ramaphosa recently visited Ukraine and Russia to discuss the ongoing war between the two countries. While Ramaphosa had no issues while travelling, the other plane which had security officials and journalists on-board were not so lucky.

19 Jun 2023 5 min

How to reduce your electricity usage by 30%

The consistent power crisis in South Africa has left many of us feeling dismayed and powerless. But as it turns out, while we wait for Eskom to do something about this major problem, there are some steps you can take to help make your life a little easier.

15 Jun 2023 4 min

Will the National Health Insurance Bill provide equality?

The National Assembly passed the controversial National Health Insurance Bill on Tuesday afternoon, pushing it a step closer to being signed into law. The bill, which seeks to achieve universal health coverage for all South Africans, was first introduced to Parliament in 2019. The bill will now be sent to…

14 Jun 2023 4 min

Rosemary's Hitlist: How a SA cop turned into a serial killer

If you're looking for a new must-watch series to get into, then we have a local true-crime documentary series that's perfect for you. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie were incredibly excited and intrigued by the show 'Rosemary's Hitlist' and sat down with series director Valen’tino Mathibela and Nicola van Niekerk,…

14 Jun 2023 18 min

What is the National Health Insurance Bill and how does it affect you?

The National Assembly passed the controversial National Health Insurance Bill on Tuesday afternoon, pushing it a step closer to being signed into law. The bill, which seeks to achieve universal health coverage for all South Africans, was first introduced to Parliament in 2019. The bill will now be sent to…

14 Jun 2023 5 min

Spokesperson for Health Department talks about the controversial National Health Insurance Bill

The National Assembly passed the controversial National Health Insurance Bill on Tuesday afternoon, pushing it a step closer to being signed into law. The bill, which seeks to achieve universal health coverage for all South Africans, was first introduced to Parliament in 2019. The bill will now be sent to…

14 Jun 2023 13 min

Why men don't talk about their health? Doctor addresses men's health concerns

It's National Men's Health Week and the team spoke to Doctor Donald Fick. When should men start getting regular medical screenings? Why don't men talk as much about their health as women? And more questions that need answers were covered in this in-depth discussion.

13 Jun 2023 15 min

Smart electricity meters will soon control your electricity for you

Eskom has decided to implement a new system where smart meters will be installed in Midrand and Sandton as a test. The meters will be able to pick up how much electricity households are using and control it by switching off appliances. Take a listen to find out more.

13 Jun 2023 5 min

Who's to blame for the Hammanskraal cholera outbreak?

Journalist Masechaba Sefularo looks into the history of the problem and interventions. Listen to the Explained Well Series this week at 17:10 on The Drive with Rob & Roz for more about the cholera outbreak.

12 Jun 2023 5 min

Uber will no longer be available at Soweto malls

The fight between taxis and e-hailing services in Soweto is nothing new and has taken a new turn. Take a listen to find out why you won't be able to get a e-hailing service to drop you off or pick you up from a mall in Soweto.

9 Jun 2023 6 min

Which Minister is in trouble with the Constitutional court?

One South African minister and his director-general have been directed to the highest court it seems to have happened a bit under the radar. Take a listen to find out all about the what, why and who.

9 Jun 2023 5 min

Find out how one man cycled from Limpopo to Cape Town

Not a lot of people would be keen to make the 3,257km journey from Musina, Limpopo to Cape Town in a car, never mind on a bicycle. But Vusi Sindane had been looking for a reason to do something good. He decided that he would make this epic trek with…

8 Jun 2023 2 min

Rob talks to the man who crashed into his car

While at a shoot in the city, Rob got the unfortunate news that someone had crashed into his car. Luckily no one got hurt but Rob decided that he had to find out more about the man. Take a listen as Rob confronts driver Zweli.

8 Jun 2023 1 min

"People took me in to their homes and helped me" - Cross country cyclist, Vusi Sindane

Not a lot of people would be keen to make the 3,257km journey from Musina, Limpopo to Cape Town in a car, never mind on a bicycle. But Vusi Sindane had been looking for a reason to do something good. He decided that he would make this epic trek with…

7 Jun 2023 2 min

Why is everyone sick with the flu?

If it seems like everyone is sick with the flu, it's probably because they are. It's that time of the year, winter is upon us and it seems like everyone around you is getting the flu. According to the Health Department of South Africa, everyone is.

7 Jun 2023 4 min

Meet the man who cycled 3,257km for 10,000 school shoes

Not a lot of people would be keen to make the 3,257km journey from Musina, Limpopo to Cape Town in a car, never mind on a bicycle. But Vusi Sindane had been looking for a reason to do something good. He decided that he would make this epic trek with…

7 Jun 2023 3 min

Why are government hospitals putting babies in boxes?

Warning: this podcast contains content that might upset sensitive listeners. Government hospitals are having to put newborn babies in boxes and journalist Christelle du Toit explains why this is happening.

7 Jun 2023 5 min

Why are car tyres so expensive?

If you own a car, or even just know someone who owns a car, you have probably had to fork out a pretty penny for a set of new tyres. And you are also most likely asking yourself why is it so expensive to buy tyres. We've got the answers.

6 Jun 2023 3 min

People are buying billboards to send a message to Cyril Ramaphosa

How much would you be willing to pay to get a message across to someone who just doesn't seem to listen? South African citizens have decided to take matters into their own hands and have bought billboards in order to get a very serious message across to President Cyril Ramaphosa.

6 Jun 2023 5 min

Is it safe to eat chicken and eggs?

It has recently been confirmed that five commercial chicken farms have been affected by high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), more commonly known as bird flu, in the Western Cape. The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development has released an official statement concerning the recent bird flu outbreak.

2 Jun 2023 3 min