John Maytham speaks to Ian Cameron, chair of the parliamentary portfolio committee of police, about the current backlog in forensic testing hampering court cases, and failing victims, and the possible avenues to bring this to an end.

John Maytham speaks to Ian Cameron, chair of the parliamentary portfolio committee of police, about the current backlog in forensic testing hampering court cases, and failing victims, and the possible avenues to bring this to an end.

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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life.
Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares his take on the biggest global stories daily at 7:45am. Tune in daily for the ‘Hood Hang-out at 7:55am.
#CoffeeDate is a regular outside broadcast that happens on the first Monday of the month, starting in November. Each #Coffeedate is broadcast from a different community, featuring the voices and opinions of residents, ward councillors, local celebs, community leaders and you, the listener.
Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit, Monday to Friday 06:00 to 9:00 on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za
#GMCT with @lesterkk @CapeTalk #JoinTheConversation
Follow Lester on Twitter: @lesterkk Twitter and Facebook: @CapeTalk

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Forensic backlog still years behind, but there are options to fast-track testing

JP Lugt is an ex-rugby player who was severely injured back in 1992, resulting in paralysis from his neck down. He has been getting a lot of support from the Chris Burger Patro Jackson Players’ Fund, but is in need for additional help as his current wheelchair is becoming difficult to maintain as it is obsolete and no parts are available. There is currently a fundraising campaign to help him get enough to buy a new wheelchair.

JP Lugt is an ex-rugby player who was severely injured back in 1992, resulting in paralysis from his neck down. He has been getting a lot of support from the Chris Burger Patro Jackson Players’ Fund, but is in need for additional help as his current wheelchair is becoming difficult to maintain as it is obsolete and no parts are available. There is currently a fundraising campaign to help him get enough to buy a new wheelchair.

Ex rugby player seeks help to get new wheelchair

In the UK, there are calls for a graduated driving licence to be introduced for new drivers under the age of 21, preventing them from carrying passengers of similar age for a period of six months after passing their test. John Maytham speaks to Crystal Owen, the co founder of the campaign group, Forget-me-not Families Uniting. Crystal lost her 18-year old son in a vehicle accident in November 2023.

In the UK, there are calls for a graduated driving licence to be introduced for new drivers under the age of 21, preventing them from carrying passengers of similar age for a period of six months after passing their test. John Maytham speaks to Crystal Owen, the co founder of the campaign group, Forget-me-not Families Uniting. Crystal lost her 18-year old son in a vehicle accident in November 2023.

Should we introduce a graduated driving licence for younger drivers?

John Maytham speaks to Eyewitness News reporter Lauren Isaacs, who is in Vredendal to cover court proceedings in the murder trial of Daniel Smit, who pleaded guilty to the murder of 13-year-old Jerobejin van Wyk in February 2022. 

John Maytham speaks to Eyewitness News reporter Lauren Isaacs, who is in Vredendal to cover court proceedings in the murder trial of Daniel Smit, who pleaded guilty to the murder of 13-year-old Jerobejin van Wyk in February 2022.

Forensic backlog still years behind, but there are options to fast-track testing

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