The Drive with Rob & Roz

South Africa to create new gender-neutral maternity leave

Parents can expect some major changes concerning maternity leave in South Africa. In August 2023, the Gauteng High Court heard the arguments for the application to look at the gender-neutral interpretation for the term 'employee'.

18 Sep 2023 6 min

Van Pletzen gesels oor nuwe album en Angie Oeh huldeblyk

Rob Forbes en Rozanne McKenzie het met die manne van Van Pletzen gesels oor hulle nuwe album en die kunstenaars met wie hulle gewerk het, asook die liedjie wat hulle vryestel het na die dood van hulle geliefde vriendin Angie Oeh, 'Vir Angie'.

14 Sep 2023 14 min

Eskom has spent R19-billion on fuel

The power crisis is a constant concern for South Africans. While Eskom has asked citizens to be more considerate with their power consumption, they have made promises (that have been broken) and are seemingly spending money on short-term issues.

14 Sep 2023 4 min

Rob Forbes interviews Scotland's biggest celebrity

Rob Forbes has tracked down one of Scotland's most famous people to discuss the Springboks versus Scotland Rugby World Cup game. Any guesses as to who it might be?

13 Sep 2023 1 min

Former Springbok shares his honest World Cup predictions

In honour of the Boks fighting it out at the World Cup, Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie wanted to chat with former Springbok and Lions player, Gcobani Bobo, about all things rugby. Gcobani is more than just an incredible rugby player, he is also a broadcaster, the director of Rugby…

13 Sep 2023 20 min

Why it cost taxpayers R160 million to remove Busisiwe Mkhwebane

Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane has been removed as public protector after an impeachment vote. But it ended up costing the taxpayer more than you would have expected.

12 Sep 2023 5 min

Should Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi be held accountable even after his death?

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi MP was the longest-serving AmaZulu Traditional Prime Minister to three successive Zulu kings, dating back to King Cyprian Bhekuzulu, and spearheaded the installation of King Misuzulu kaZwelithini’s ascension to the throne. But his legacy was not all back and white.

11 Sep 2023 7 min

SA companies to reveal gap in bosses and workers salary

Undoubtedly, the wage gap between high-level bosses and lower-level employees has always been a hot topic. It might get hotter as new amendments to the Companies Act, which have been introduced into Parliament.

8 Sep 2023 6 min

Gauteng water restriction update

As we head into summer, the temperature might get higher, but water levels are getting lower. Here is your latest update on Gauteng water restrictions.

7 Sep 2023 4 min

Which SA province has the worst traffic?

Traffic is not something we want in our lives, but unfortunately, there aren't many ways to avoid it. With load shedding, accidents and all kinds of obstacles making things more difficult, which province do you think has the worst traffic? You'll be shocked to find out…

7 Sep 2023 6 min

Actor Cantona James shares details about exciting new project!

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a show like no other! Showmax and CANAL+ have come together to bring you a brand new show filled with drama and thrills called, 'Spinners'. Cantona James is best known for his roles in 'Arendsvlei' and 'Bood & Water', but his latest project…

7 Sep 2023 16 min

Busisiwe Mkhwebane: Public Protector or suspended?

Suspended Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane says she remains the head of the Chapter 9 institution pending a parliamentary vote on her fate. Last month, the committee found Mkhwebane guilty of misconduct and incompetence. But what is the situation now?

6 Sep 2023 6 min

Did South Africa provide weapons to Russia?

President Cyril Ramaphosa made the outcome of the probe into 'Lady R' public on Sunday evening. The Russian vessel 'Lady R' was docked at the Simonstown naval base in December.

4 Sep 2023 6 min

Petrol price increase update

The Automobile Association have warned that South Africans will again feel a pinch as fuel prices increase in September. Here is all you need to know about the petrol price increase and how SA can possibly combat it in the future.

1 Sep 2023 4 min

EKSKLUSIEF: Spoegwolf stel splinternuwe enkelsnit 'Cloetesville' vry

Suid-Afrika se grootste rockers se 10de album, 'Lente' is op Lentedag beskikbaar. Die Spoegwolf het soos slegte weer saamgetrek in Sunset Recording Studios om vir 'n jaar te storm en te sing. Die produk is 'n album wat iets onthou van hul jare as kinders in die Boland, maar tog…

1 Sep 2023 5 min

SA's greatest guitarists share rock n roll stories!

People tend to forget that the important part of a band is that it consists of much more than just a lead singer. The bassist, drummer, saxophonist, and whoever else might find themselves on the stage also play an integral role. Today, however, we are just focusing on some of…

31 Aug 2023 14 min

Metro Police to collect outstanding debt at roadblocks

The City of Johannesburg has announced that it is working on an aggressive campaign to collect any outstanding ratepayer debt. The campaign in question has raised a lot of eyebrows. As it turns out, the Johannesburg Metro Police will plan an integral role.

30 Aug 2023 6 min

New public protector: the search continues

The parliamentary ad hoc committee tasked with finding a new public protector has endorsed Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka as its preferred candidate. The committee nominated Gcaleka, who has been acting as the public protector since Busisiwe Mkhwebane suspension more than a year ago, after interviews with eight candidates.

29 Aug 2023 6 min

Join Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie's Book of Records

A few weeks ago, we met Henry, who owns over 8,000 DVDs. This got us thinking: We want to create a Book of Records that includes our wonderful listeners. We have found the largest collection of DVDs, so it only makes sense that we find the owner of the largest…

29 Aug 2023 4 min

British singer-songwriter JP Cooper makes his Mzansi debut!

One of Great Britain's best musical exports has finally touched down in SA and has made his way to the Jacaranda FM studios! It only makes sense that Rob and Roz would have a chat with him ahead of his Johannesburg show, where he will be headlining Parklive Festival (which…

28 Aug 2023 18 min