The Drive with Rob & Roz

Everything you need to know about the 2023 Budget Speech

Today Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana delivered the 2023 budget speech. From government debt to 'sin taxes' it might seem like an information overload for most of us with a lot of important numbers being flung around. If you're struggling to make sense of it, don't worry, we've got you covered.

22 Feb 2023 5 min

Budget Speech: Social grant increases for 2023

Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana is delivering the 2023 budget speech in Cape Town on Wednesday, the 22nd of February. Journalist Christelle du Toit is here to provide you with the latest news regarding the increases for social grants, including old age and disability grants, child support grants, etc.

22 Feb 2023 1 min

Who is more likely to become Minister of Electricity?

During President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address, he broke the news that the government is looking to appoint a Minister of Electricity. The budget speech is coming up and there has not been any news of someone being appointed. If you're looking for answers surrounding the cabinet reshuffle, loadshedding,…

21 Feb 2023 5 min

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie react to meeting two very unexpected guests

Professional puppeteer and founder of Bizzy Hands Puppet Company, Michelle Botha, came to the studio today to discuss all things puppets. From her start at Takalami Sesame to starting her very own company, she talked about her love for educating and entertaining through the art of puppets. She also brought…

21 Feb 2023 4 min

Is South Africa still providing electricity to other countries?

South Africa has once again reached stage 6 loadshedding and it seems like the country could be on the brink of a complete electrical collapse. Journalist Christelle du Toit explains what this all means and whether or not South Africa is still exporting power to other countries and if this…

20 Feb 2023 5 min

A woman is raped every 10 minutes in South Africa and other crime stats

The South African Police Service presented the latest crime statistics to MPs on Parliament’s police committee on Friday morning. South Africans experienced another increase in violent crime between October and December compared to the same period in the previous year. Rozanne McKenzie, Rob Forbes, and Christelle du Toit discuss the…

17 Feb 2023 5 min

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie talk to SADAG about teen suicide

From the 21st to the 28th February is Teen Suicide Prevention Week and now, more than ever, teens need to know they have support. Whether you are a teenager or know a teenager, it's important to spread awareness and to know that you are not alone. Rob Forbes and Rozanne…

16 Feb 2023 7 min

Local mom shares story of her 14-year-old daughter's wild piercing request

Rozanne McKenzie's 5-year-old daughter has come to her with a request - she wants to get her ears pierced. But Roz is uncertain about what to do. One listener decided to share her opinion on piercings by telling us about her daughter's interesting piercing request…

16 Feb 2023 4 min

Find out what exorbitant school fees will buy you

One would assume that tertiary education is the most expensive form of education. As it turns out, secondary tuition might cost you just as much, if not more. Take a listen to find out all you need to know.

16 Feb 2023 5 min

"I'm secretly dating my ex-husband again" - Anon.

Rob Forbes is not into the idea of going back to an ex, ever! Rozanne McKenzie on the other hand thinks that true love will find a way. They asked listeners to send through their opinions and some people even shared their own getting-back-together stories! Will this possibly change your…

15 Feb 2023 3 min

Why is Gauteng experiencing water issues when the dams are full?

When it's not a power crisis, it's a water crisis. South Africans are being told that there is now a water crisis but the information we are receiving seems conflicting. If you are as confused as we are then Christelle du Toit is here to explain it all.

15 Feb 2023 5 min

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie open up about body image issues

The body positivity movement has become more powerful in the last few years. Although we try to not be too hard on ourselves and practice what we preach, it can be tough at times. Rob and Roz wanted to talk about their struggles with body positivity and what the movement…

14 Feb 2023 3 min

Precious The Planner shares Valentine's Day tips

Delicious chocolates, beautiful red roses and fluffy teddy bears are some of the first things you think about when you think of the loveliest day of the year. But are roses still the go-to? How should you be spoiling your loved one? Rob and Rozanne asked Precious The Planner to…

14 Feb 2023 6 min

Rozanne shares her major Valentine's Day fail

Whether you are single, dating, or married, there is always some sort of expectation for the 14th of February which, unfortunately, can lead to disappointment. The evening before Valentine's Day, Rozanne was having a conversation with her husband to make sure they were on the same page and had agreed…

14 Feb 2023 2 min

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie pay tribute to AKA

On 11 February the tragic news broke that Kiernan Forbes, better known as rapper AKA, had been shot and killed. Not only was he someone who changed the music game, but he was also a son, a brother, a father and a friend. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie wanted to…

13 Feb 2023 4 min

Listen to Rozanne McKenzie's first traffic bulletin from 10 years ago!

Happy #WorldRadioday! It should be no surprise that it's one of our favourite days of the year. So to celebrate this day, our love for radio and our love for you, our listeners, we found Rozanne McKenzie's first-ever traffic bulletin from her first day at Jacaranda FM.

13 Feb 2023 5 min

Will 'klippie' collector Anton give away his necklace or not?

If you have been living under a rock for the past few days (pun intended) you might have missed the incredibly interesting story of Anton, a listener who collects all sorts of stones and rocks. He recently found a very special rock that he made into a pretty necklace and…

10 Feb 2023 7 min

SONA 2023 Review: Who made the right predictions?

The SONA has come and gone, and as some of us (especially Rob) have predicted, there was excitement, upset, and everything in between. Listen to the team discuss all the various events that took place during last night's address and share their opinions on #ExplainedWellWithChristelle.

10 Feb 2023 4 min

SONA 2023 Preview: Everything you need to know

While we all know that SONA is a significant event that South Africans wait for in anticipation every year, do any of us really know what is going on when we tune in or follow along on social media? Luckily #ExplainedWellWithChristelle is here to give you all the clarity you…

9 Feb 2023 6 min

Roz has a major wardrobe malfunction in Cape Town

In case you missed it - Roz missed the show recently as she was looking glam, while working hard, in Cape Town. Unfortunately, before her flight home, her jeans ripped and she had to make a plan as quickly, and without as much embarrassment as possible.

9 Feb 2023 1 min