TheJohn MaythamShow

Opinion: Zapiro needs new tools

12 April 2017 11:57 AM

702's NightTalk host Gugulethu Mhlungu says Zapiro reduces sexual violence to a trope and social commentators should do better.

On using rape as an analogy: Caller asks what's so offensive?

12 April 2017 10:58 AM

Cartoonist Jonathan Shapiro has once gain drawn controversy over his latest cartoon. Eusebius McKaiser explains why it's wrong.

Department to ensure taxi operators don't break road rules amid bus strike

12 April 2017 9:12 AM

Gauteng taxi operators who wish to work outside the province during Easter weekend asked to apply for a special permit.

Opinion: What whites can learn from Anti-Zuma protests

12 April 2017 9:33 AM

Zuma's racist rhetoric about the recent mass protests is diverting from the real issue of a corrupt and morally defunct state.

Opinion: It's time Zapiro rethinks his role as commentator

12 April 2017 8:29 AM

Xolani Gwala says he is disappointed by Zapiro's rape cartoon published in the Daily Maverick.

EFF won't be deterred by "cartoonists posing as soldiers" #NationalDayofAction

12 April 2017 8:43 AM

EFF's national chairperson, Dali Mpofu says the parties are simply acting on what's making South African's unhappy.

Teen with progeria Ontlametse Phalatse dies

12 April 2017 8:05 AM

Media personality and motivational speaker Ontlametse Phalatse has passed away at the age of 18.

Opposition parties request postponement for motion of no confidence

12 April 2017 7:54 AM

ConCourt granted UDM access to argue why MPs should vote by secret ballot and allowed parties involved to file opposing papers.

Motorists urged to avoid using Tshwane roads closed for #NationalDayOfAction

12 April 2017 7:36 AM

Tshwane Metro Police Department clarifies road closures affected by the opposition parties' march to the Union Buildings.

Numsa: Bus companies must urgently address pay and poor working conditions

11 April 2017 6:01 PM

If Wednesday's strike goes ahead it will affect Putco, Golden Arrow, Mega Bus, Autopax, MyCiti and Rea Vaya buses among others.

Madiba's ANC put most of SA's axed finance team there more than 20 years ago

11 April 2017 6:32 PM

After inheriting a near-bankrupt country, the ANC built up a unit of smart young recruits. Most were still there until a week ago.

Constitution to be probed on secret ballot vote in motion of no confidence

11 April 2017 6:06 PM

Casac has submitted an application with the courts, to be admitted as an amicus for the UDM.

Zapiro defends rape as a metaphor...again

11 April 2017 5:18 PM

The cartoonist says he has been thinking about revisiting the metaphor amid reports of state capture.

'Gigaba's pick for Treasury DG first big test as Finance Minister'

11 April 2017 4:56 PM

Business Day's Carol Paton argues Malusi Gigaba will face 10 tests which may help SA and global markets determine where he stands.

President Zuma praises work done at Westonaria Agri-Park

11 April 2017 4:18 PM

President Jacob Zuma receives a warm welcome by residents in Westonaria.

Protesters urged to march peacefully on Wednesday

11 April 2017 4:03 PM

Police Minister Fikile Mbalula held a briefing on Tuesday urging demonstrators to march peacefully and obey the law.

Opinion: Counter-marches sparked clashes at Anti-Zuma protests, says Redi Tlhabi

11 April 2017 3:56 PM

Presenter Redi Tlhabi called on government officials to be frank and honest about the events of last week's anti-Zuma protests.

Callers offer words of wisdom for birthday boys Gordhan and Zuma

11 April 2017 6:17 PM

Presenter Redi Tlhabi asked listeners to call in and share their birthday messages and advice for Jacob Zuma and Pravin Gordhan.

AIC will join #NationalDayofAction march against President Zuma

11 April 2017 2:50 PM

The African Independent Congress will march with other opposition parties to the Union Buildings.

Nationwide bus strike kicks into gear on Wednesday

11 April 2017 1:54 PM

The indefinite bus strike across SA affects services including MyCiti, Golden Arrow, Autopax, Greyhound, Putco, Reavaya, and more.

Consumers making fewer cash withdrawals from ATMs - FNB

11 April 2017 1:49 PM

According to FNB people are making fewer cash withdrawals at ATMs and instead opt to use point of sale devices.

Mayor of Tshwane strips Metro police chief's powers

11 April 2017 1:29 PM

Msimanga says Steven Ngobeni failed to execute instructions put in place to prevent disruptions during State of the City address.

ANC MP Dr Makhosi Khoza opens up about her heartfelt Facebook post

11 April 2017 1:23 PM

Khoza says leadership defines society, and the ANC needs to be open to criticism from its own members as well as citizens.

Logistics, the world’s biggest health problem

11 April 2017 2:27 PM

Nikiwe hears about a tragedy that led to a Nigerian doctor establish West Africa’s first national Air Ambulance Service.

Beware ANC threats don't lead to authoritarian tendencies, warns expert

10 April 2017 6:30 PM

Governance expert Gareth Newham unpacks implications of political threats and violence amid calls for President Zuma to resign.

Anele Mdoda chats to the three #ZumaMustGo nannas

10 April 2017 2:27 PM

947 Breakfast Club hunted down three grannies making rounds on social media with their famous moves and chant telling Zuma to go.

"A people united can never be defeated"

7 April 2017 6:04 PM

Advocate Rod Solomons, Convener, SA First Forum says anti Zuma protest was a massive success.

Not enough impact if civic action isn't by majority of citizens, says analyst

7 April 2017 6:02 PM

Political analyst David Maimela says that large scale protests can challenge the governing party, but SA hasn't achieved that yet.

#AntiZumaMarches depict a level of impatience with SA's leadership

7 April 2017 5:45 PM

Editor and journalist, Ryland Fisher says President Jacob Zuma nowhere to be seen on the day of protests against his leadership.

Threat alert led to Maimane donning bulletproof vest at anti-Zuma march

7 April 2017 4:55 PM

DA spokesperson Refiloe Ntsekhe told EWN's Masa Kekana that the party had received threats against Maimane and DA demonstrators.

'You must be joking' banner causes a stir outside Luthuli House

7 April 2017 4:31 PM

African National Congress (ANC) came out in numbers to gather outside the party's headquarters.

Massive, diverse Cape Town anti-Zuma march concludes without incident

7 April 2017 3:56 PM

“There were many streets filled with people," says EWN’S Lindsay Dentlinger. "This was not a tiny protest.”

Save SA organisers call for 'more mobilisation'

7 April 2017 4:16 PM

Anchor Redi Tlhabi reflects on the peaceful and well-attended People's March organised by civil society group Save South Africa.

Why many couples today are struggling with marriage

20 April 2018 1:22 PM

Dr Eve advises that many modern couples need marriage to be a safe space for self-expression and self-actualisation.

'The NPA should be ready and re-enroll the matter' - Nel on Malema prosecution

20 April 2018 8:59 AM

AfriForum not backing down over decision to privately prosecute Julius Malema.

Ed Dept scraps supplementary exams for matriculants

20 April 2018 7:52 AM

The Department of Basic Education has announced it will do away with matric supplementary exams from 2019.

Why it's not easy getting a refund or replacement after buying a dud car

18 April 2018 5:07 PM

Motor Industry Ombud Johan Van Vreden says the component of the car must first be replaced if it's defective, not the whole car.

This is how much you should be paying your domestic worker

16 January 2018 2:26 PM

Stephen Rathai, director of employment standards at the Department of Labour talks on the new national minimum wage.

Madiba’s private secretary Zelda la Grange opens up about money (hers and his)

15 January 2018 8:21 PM

Bruce Whitfield interviews La Grange about her and Madiba's attitude to money (hopes and fears, successes and failures, etc.)

Mugg & Bean agrees to pay medical bill of customer

21 December 2017 10:52 AM

Mugg & Bean has agreed to pay for customers medical bills after a month of being in pain and pestering the chain to pay the bill.