How to fix Kirstenbosch

How to fix Kirstenbosch

From Afternoon Drive with John Maytham by CapeTalk

June 12, 2026 · 11 min

About this episode

John Maytham discusses a proposed rescue and rebuilding plan for Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden with guest Don Pinnock.

John Maytham speaks to Don Pinnock about a proposed rescue and rebuilding plan for Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, examining concerns over staffing, conservation capacity, plant collections, funding, governance and the long-term future of one of South Africa’s most important botanical institutions.  Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists.  A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”.  Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham  Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk…

People in this episode

Host: John Maytham

Guest: Don Pinnock

Topics covered

  • Kirstenbosch
  • botanical garden
  • conservation
  • funding
  • governance
  • staffing
  • plant collections

Keywords

  • Kirstenbosch
  • botanical garden
  • conservation
  • funding
  • governance
  • staffing
  • plant collections

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden

Places: South Africa

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