John Maytham speaks to Kyle Cowan, News24 investigative journalist, about the painstaking work that went into exposing corruption at the highest levels and the lessons learned along the way. He shares insights on the investigative process, the challenges of confronting powerful figures, and the broader implications for anti-corruption efforts in the country.
Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk.
Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic, and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists.
A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”.
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