At just 16 years old, Jorah Soojay has already made history by winning the U17 division at the 2025 African Schools Individual Chess Championship. He did it with a flawless 9 out of 9 score. This remarkable achievement has earned him his provisional FIDE Master title and placed him firmly on the radar as one of South Africa’s brightest rising stars in chess. Jorah joined Team Drive By in the studio to chat about his big win. 

At just 16 years old, Jorah Soojay has already made history by winning the U17 division at the 2025 African Schools Individual Chess Championship. He did it with a flawless 9 out of 9 score. This remarkable achievement has earned him his provisional FIDE Master title and placed him firmly on the radar as one of South Africa&rsquo;s brightest rising stars in chess. Jorah joined Team Drive By in the studio to chat about his big win.&nbsp;

An energetic afternoon drive show, featuring latest trending & topical news stories, sport
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Providing high value entertainment to commuters heading home after hectic workdays.

Upbeat music peppered with interesting and snappy chats, relatable to the lifestyle of
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An energetic afternoon drive show, featuring latest trending &amp; topical news stories, sport updates, high-profile interviews and innovative CSI campaigns. Providing high value entertainment to commuters heading home after hectic workdays. Upbeat music peppered with interesting and snappy chats, relatable to the lifestyle of listeners. The different themes are but not limited to the below: Nation Building Promoting Democracy Social Cohesion Women &amp; Youth Empowerment Entrepreneurship &amp; Leadership Technology South African Heritage

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