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The Drive with Rob & Roz

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie co-host 'The Drive with Rob and Roz' every weekday from 16:00 to 19:00. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie are an ally for all, ensuring that the show infuses valuable discussions and information for listeners driving home or home already. 'More Music You Love' features heavily in this drive-time show, so you can expect a whole lot of music mixed in with popular topics like the weird things we all do, or breaking exclusive interviews that give us the story behind the story. They have created a Drive Show that is designed to relax and leave listeners smiling (and thinking). You also get your weekly dose of 'Rob's Mix' every Friday where he creates his latest mix to kick-start your weekend.

Show Features: * Explained Well * Four-In-A-Row * Rob's Mix * Pick n Mix
Weekly English South Africa Entertainment News · Leisure
1,055 Episodes
480 – 500

Are there nanoplastics in your waterbottel and is it safe to drink?

New research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences says that on average, a liter of bottled water contains nearly a quarter of a million pieces of nanoplastic. While this might seem scary, it's not time to freak out just yet. Here's all you need to know…
18 Jan 2024 4 min

'When the Filter Fades' by author Janine Jellars is a 2024 must-read

Janine Jellars has managed social media accounts for businesses such as Coca-Cola, delivered talks at international tech companies such as Meta, and interviewed some of the most influential women in the world such as Michelle Obama and Rihanna. Today she is also the author of two books, 'The Big South…
16 Jan 2024 7 min

Matric results: selling fake matric certificates

The Matrics of 2023 have finally received their results. While you might like to think that there is no serious criminal activity connect to the education of South Africa's high schoolers, unfortunately that is not the case.
15 Jan 2024 4 min

School uniform prices: are schools complying with guidelines?

The Competition Commission has vowed to prosecute schools that fail to follow the uniform guidelines. In 2021, the commission reached an agreement which would see schools abandon exclusivity deals with suppliers. The agreement came after parents approached the Competition Commission to complain about the high prices of uniforms.
11 Jan 2024 5 min

EXCLUSIVE: Actress Kim Engelbrecht talks about the Emmys and 'Reyka'

Actress Kim Engelbrecht is one of Cape Town's most successful talents. While Kim is a multi-award-winning actress, her latest project, 'Reyka', has seen her stardom reach new heights. The show follows a criminal profiler on the hunt for a serial killer in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Her performance landed her an…
10 Jan 2024 8 min

Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens to arrest without warrants

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed the clarification of the legal status of the province's Crime Prevention Wardens. Lesufi announced the deployment of 6,000 peace officers in his inaugural State of the Province Address, punting them as a force multiplier for police as part of the crime prevention strategy for…
13 Dec 2023 7 min

'Follow The Sun' singer Xavier Rudd on returning to South Africa

Beginning his career with 2002’s definitive To Let, Xavier Rudd put his message out into the world and was answered immediately. Fans from all over the globe were drawn to the distinctly Australian-looking musician, activist and surfer. He's graced the stages at some of the world's biggest music festivals such…
13 Dec 2023 12 min

New international airport coming to South Africa

Hoedspruit's Eastgate Airport is working on acquiring an international airport license. South Africa will then boast four international airports. But is there a need for another? Why is this necessary? Take a listen to find out more.
12 Dec 2023 4 min

Shosholoza Meyl train disaster

Public transport in South Africa has always been dubious and a struggle to maintain. The Shosholoza Meyl has gone through some tough times but there is a light at the end of the train tunnel. Take a listen to find out more.
11 Dec 2023 5 min

EXCLUSIVE: Ross Learmonth opens up about Prime Circle breakup

Prime Circle are a legendary South African band who have released many hits, toured the world, and performed alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry. They are a much-loved band and it's fair to say that many fans were left shocked and saddened by the news that…
7 Dec 2023 3 min

"My partner's social media post shocked me!"

Is this a dealbreaker? Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie will often sift through their work emails and find a distressing, angsty email from a listener. The email's sender is usually looking for some advice, insight or perspective on pressing issues they might have. With the help of Jacaranda FM listeners,…
7 Dec 2023 12 min

South African visa backlog issues update

As South Africans we have come to accept the phrase "System offline". But all jokes aside, the current backlog of visa applications for South Africans is proving to be a serious issue that won't be fixed anytime soon.
7 Dec 2023 6 min

Digging deep with National Geographic Explorer Dr Keneiloe Molopyane

National Geographic Explorer Dr Keneiloe Molopyane is an archaeologist and biological anthropologist, whose excavation experience ranges from Iron Age/early farming community sites, underwater archaeological sites, and palaeoanthropological sites from the Cradle of Humankind. Recently, she has also been working with SuperScientists in creating a comic book and animation on palaeoanthropology.
5 Dec 2023 21 min

SA long distance trains are returning

Public transport in South Africa has always been dubious and a struggle to maintain. The Shosholoza Meyl has gone through some tough times but there is a light at the end of the train tunnel. Take a listen to find out more.
5 Dec 2023 5 min

New handluggage restrictions set before festive season

If you are the type of traveller who is always trying to save on check in luggage then listen up! South African airports will be dubbling down on handluggage restrictions, starting as soon as possible. Take a listen to find out all you need to know and to avoid any…
4 Dec 2023 3 min

'The Thabo Bester Story' authors share their incredible insights

As more details of this story started to unfold as the manhunt for Bester and his accomplice Dr Nandipha Magudumana continued, it seemed like something out of a Hollywood movie. Rozanne McKenzie and Rob Forbes got the opportunity to sit down with the two journalists that first exposed this scam,…
4 Dec 2023 19 min

EKSKLUSIEF: Avril Albetti praat oor 'Die Brug' ervaring

Avril Albetti is 'n entrepreneur en voormalige internasionale model. Sy het al baie uitdagings teëgekom, maar sy het besluit dit tyd is vir iets wat haar uit haar gemaksone gaan plaas en so het sy deel geword van 'Die Brug'-span. Rozanne McKenzie en Rob Forbes het die geleentheid gehad om…
1 Dec 2023 12 min
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