John Maytham is joined by (a representative to be supplied) from SECTION27 to discuss a hard-won legal victory that holds an educator financially accountable after sexually assaulting a learner. The Nkomazi Magistrates Court ordered the educator to pay R38,000 in maintenance, following a case that involved repeated abuse, HIV transmission, and denial of paternity. SECTION27 reflects on the broader fight to protect learners from sexual violence in schools, the urgent need for accountability, and the organisation’s ongoing efforts to empower students through education on sexual and reproductive health rights.

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John Maytham speaks to Dawie Burger, Managing Director at Sustainable Ceder, who explains why saving the Clanwilliam cedar tree matters — not just for the tree itself, but for the broader environment.

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John Maytham is joined by Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson to reflect on the team’s UK tour in the United Rugby Championship. Despite a narrow loss to Ulster, the Stormers return with seven points from two matches. Dobson unpacks key moments, discipline challenges, and why the upcoming home games are critical in their push for the playoffs.

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Prof Ruth Hall, SARChI Chair and Professor at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), joins John Maytham to discuss the significance of SA changing its deeds process and what this means for Land reform.

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John Maytham speaks to DA leader John Steenhuisen about the growing rift in the Government of National Unity after his party opposed the 2025/26 Budget. Steenhuisen explains why the DA rejected the VAT hike, the breakdown in talks with the ANC, and what this means for the future of the coalition. Is the GNU starting to fracture?

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John Maytham speaks to Dr Ross Tucker, renowned performance coach and sports scientist, about the news of 27-year-old and Australian former test opener, Will Pucovski’s retirement from cricket, due to concussions. Dr. Tucker unpacks what this means for concussion protocols, long-term brain health, and the difficult decisions athletes must face when it comes to life after sport.

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John Maytham is joined by Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader and Appropriations Committee chairperson Mmusi Maimane to unpack the turbulent state of the Government of National Unity. As tensions flare between the ANC and DA over the 2025/26 Budget, especially the controversial VAT hike, Maimane weighs in on whether the DA’s exit signals the rise of a new coalition. With BOSA and ActionSA having helped the ANC pass the fiscal framework, a slimmer GNU 2.0 may be taking shape. Maimane explores what this means for parliamentary accountability, economic reform, and the future of coalition governance in South Africa.

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Joining John Maytham to unpack the emotional and social impact of Adolescence, a series on Netflix, is Bashierah Parker, lifestyle and parenting writer for News24. A mom herself, Bashierah brings a deeply personal and professional perspective to the table.

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John Maytham speaks to Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, about the city unveiling its first inner-city housing development, which Premier Winde says is more than bricks and mortar, it’s about restoring dignity and redressing the past.

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Joining John Maytham to break down the Blitzboks’ campaign—and whether they can turn things around in LA—is Keanan Hemmonsbey, sportswriter at the Daily Maverick.

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