The Drive with Rob & Roz

Special message to Springboks from Jacaranda FM

The Springboks are taking on the All Blacks in the Rugby World Cup 2023 final and the whole of South Africa is backing our boys!

27 Oct 2023 4 min

Fun facts about the Springboks: Who owns ducks and who's a vegetarian?

The Springbok team for the Rugby World Cup final have been announced and the country is ready to watch our boys take on the All Blacks. Listen as Joe Mann gives some insight into the choices made and there are even a few fun facts along the way!

26 Oct 2023 6 min

Were Springs mineworkers held hostage underground?

Hundreds of miners have remained underground at the Springs mine since Sunday. Police said workers at the Gold One Mine were allegedly been prevented from coming back to the surface, while AMCU insists workers are simply staging a sit-in.

25 Oct 2023 5 min

Richard Stirton talks new EP on The Drive with Rob & Roz

After winning season 1 of The Voice SA, he went on to also win 'The Voice Global' in 2016, signed with Universal Music, and released his debut album. He toured for 18 months playing sold-out shows and festivals, had chart-topping hits, and shared the stages with other legendary musicians like…

24 Oct 2023 12 min

How many South Africans are registered to vote

While we patiently wait for an official National Election date to be determined, there is still more than enough time for people to register to vote. Shocking statistics from the census and other sources reveal how many South Africans are actually registered to vote…

24 Oct 2023 5 min

Eight police officers charged with assault are back at work

National police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe on Monday confirmed the officers were back on duty. The protectors, formerly attached to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, were suspended from work after a video of the attack, allegedly by the group, went viral.

23 Oct 2023 5 min

Noelene Kotschan: "Men also get breast cancer"

Noelene Kotschan lost her husband and her father in the space of three years to the big C. After that, she became motivated to be the change she wanted to see in the world and so the PinkDrive was born. Take a listen to find out more about Noelene and…

23 Oct 2023 6 min

Jean de Villiers: "Ek dink ons almal het bomskok na die rugby"

Daar is min dinge so opwindend en senutergend soos 'n Wêreldbeker Rugby wedstryd. Alhoewel daar is dalk een groep mense wat meer druk en spanning tans ervaar en dit is die Springbokke. Die Drive show het met 'n ikoon van die sport, vormalige Springbok binnesenter Jean de Villiers gesels oor…

19 Oct 2023 15 min

First South African to reach Mount Manaslu summit shares her story

In 2017, after searching for her mother for decades, Angela Yeung tracked her down and it was a meeting that changed her life. In 2018, she started climbing mountains, not just hoping to reach the top, but with the goal of raising awareness for issues that are close to her…

18 Oct 2023 9 min

Parliment fire could have been prevented

In January 2022, a day after New Years Day, a blaze engulfed five floors of the National Assembly building and an adjacent Old Assembly Wing. It caused the roof to collapse and destroyed hundreds of offices which housed Members of Parliament. The investigation findings have officially been published.

18 Oct 2023 4 min

The cost of having a baby in 2023

The cost of living is constantly increasing, and individuals struggle to make ends meet daily. What if you want to add another little one to your household? You might be emotionally ready for a baby, but are you financially ready?

17 Oct 2023 5 min

Bolt and Uber strikes in Gauteng

If you are struggling to find a ride on an e-hailing service, you are not the only one. E-hailing service drivers are voicing their concerns about the Bajaj vehicles and other grievances they feel have been ignored.

16 Oct 2023 6 min

Victor Matfield: "If the Boks win this, they win the World Cup"

With the Springboks making their way to the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals it only made sense that Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie talk all things rugby with one of the sport's most iconic players, Victor Matfield. What went through his mind when he was running onto the Rugby World Cup…

12 Oct 2023 15 min

How to check if your doctor is legit

First, there were the 10 babies who were never born, then the Thabo Bester saga, and now South Africa is being told that content creators on social media are pretending to be medical professionals. While it might be all fun and games on the internet, many people are now seriously…

12 Oct 2023 5 min

Songezo Zibi: "Some of us have to be in politics"

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie invited Songezo Zibi to the Jacaranda FM studios to discuss his future goals, ambitions, and dreams. In his own words, he's an "Entrepreneur, dreamer, doer, and visionary dedicating my life to support business owners, the property industry, and building the South Africa we all deserve."

11 Oct 2023 15 min

Could fake 'Dr Matthew Lani' actually face prison time?

It seems as though every day the plot thickens with new information about Lani being revealed, but it might be a bit overwhelming trying to figure out exactly what happened. People are also asking for clarity on what the repercussions of his actions will be. In this edition of Explained…

11 Oct 2023 8 min

How to help kids struggling with mental health issues

In 2023, kids are facing new challenges that older generations have never had to consider such as cyberbullying and the other negative effects social media can have. With exams and other end-of-the-year stresses creeping closer, we want to help parents, guardians or any other adults who want to be a…

10 Oct 2023 7 min

Rob and Roz get honest about their mental health

In honour of World Mental Health Day, Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie wanted to share some of their experiences with mental health issues, depression and anxiety. They also spoke to Roshni Parbhoo-Seetha, project co-ordinator for The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), about the World Mental Health Day theme:…

10 Oct 2023 11 min

Municipal debt being collected at roadblocks: is it worth it?

A few months ago, news broke that roadblocks will no longer just be asking you to pay traffic fines. Now, you will also be encouraged to pay your municipal accounts. But how effectively is it working? Is it going to help get rid of debt?

9 Oct 2023 5 min

Does seeing your kids less make you a better parent?

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie received an email from a recently divorced parent struggling with guilt. The divorced couple are co-parenting and the father only gets to see the kids for some weekends. But he feels like this has had a positive impact on his parenting. Rob and Roz asked…

9 Oct 2023 21 min