Joining Amy Maciver to unpack the key aspects of this historic moment of Donald Trump’s second inauguration is Brooks Spector, a US policy expert with deep insights into American politics and governance.

Joining Amy Maciver to unpack the key aspects of this historic moment of Donald Trump&rsquo;s second inauguration is Brooks Spector, a US policy expert with deep insights into American politics and governance.

The highlights from John Maytham's weekday show

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

John Maytham is a trained actor who made the switch to radio over 20 years ago when he joined the news team at Radio 604.

He then swapped reporting for anchoring an AM drive time show at a national talk radio station.

Once he set the bar for South African news and talk radio he accepted the challenge to join Primedia Broadcasting and help establish the newly founded CapeTalk, fulfilling the role of both News Editor and Breakfast Host.

He was the first host to switch on the mic on 14 October 1997.

Years later, he was also the first radio broadcaster to do a Google Hangout in South Africa.

Trump Inaugration 

Prof Loyiso Nongxa, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at WITS, joins John Maytham to discuss the life and legacy of Dr. Joseph Albert Mashite Mokoena, the first Black South African to earn a PhD in Mathematics. As a key speaker at an upcoming event in Mokoena’s honour, Prof Nongxa reflects on Mokoena’s ground-breaking academic achievements, his contributions to Mathematics education across Africa, and his role in the liberation movement. Date & Time: Monday, 10 March 2025 | 16h00–17h00 Venues: Neelsie Cinema, Stellenbosch University & Online, Recording: Available later on the NITheCS YouTube channel

Prof Loyiso Nongxa, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at WITS, joins John Maytham to discuss the life and legacy of Dr. Joseph Albert Mashite Mokoena, the first Black South African to earn a PhD in Mathematics. As a key speaker at an upcoming event in Mokoena&rsquo;s honour, Prof Nongxa reflects on Mokoena&rsquo;s ground-breaking academic achievements, his contributions to Mathematics education across Africa, and his role in the liberation movement. Date &amp; Time: Monday, 10 March 2025 | 16h00&ndash;17h00 Venues: Neelsie Cinema, Stellenbosch University &amp; Online, Recording: Available later on the NITheCS YouTube channel

In honour of a mathematical pioneer: The legacy of Dr. Joseph Mokoena 

John Maytham is joined by Dr. Gilad Isaacs, Executive Director at the Institute for Economic Justice and economist at Wits University to discuss the real impact of a VAT hike and why South Africa’s tax policies should focus on those who can afford to pay more

John Maytham is joined by Dr. Gilad Isaacs, Executive Director at the Institute for Economic Justice and economist at Wits University to discuss the real impact of a VAT hike and why South Africa&rsquo;s tax policies should focus on those who can afford to pay more

VAT: The wrong fix for SA’s budget woes?

Leon Kluge, award-winning international landscape designer and botanist, joins John Maytham to discuss South Africa’s return to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May 2025. As the leader of the South African Floral Kingdom Abroad team, Kluge shares insights into this year’s stunning ocean-inspired exhibit, the challenges of international showcasing, and the efforts to secure funding for future floral exhibits. With South Africa’s rich botanical heritage on display, this initiative not only celebrates the country’s biodiversity but also strengthens global awareness and conservation efforts. The show opens to RHS members on 20 May and the public on 22 May 2025

Leon Kluge, award-winning international landscape designer and botanist, joins John Maytham to discuss South Africa&rsquo;s return to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May 2025. As the leader of the South African Floral Kingdom Abroad team, Kluge shares insights into this year&rsquo;s stunning ocean-inspired exhibit, the challenges of international showcasing, and the efforts to secure funding for future floral exhibits. With South Africa&rsquo;s rich botanical heritage on display, this initiative not only celebrates the country&rsquo;s biodiversity but also strengthens global awareness and conservation efforts. The show opens to RHS members on 20 May and the public on 22 May 2025

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