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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Your early morning chat - traffic - news fix delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

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8:20

Bullying in South African schools

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/22

A Grade 10 Milnerton High learner was attacked by classmates in a shocking video that sparked national outrage. His mother says her warnings to the school went unanswered. Africa Melane speaks to the Safer South Africa Foundation about accountability, prevention, and protecting learners from violence. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews

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9:34

Senzo Mchunu faces scrutiny at the Ad Hoc Committee

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/22

Africa Melane speaks to Prof. Jacob Mofokeng, Criminologist and Security Analyst, about the key takeaways from Mchunu’s appearance at the Ad Hoc Committee, his defense over the Political Killings Task Team, and whether he may appear at the Madlanga Commission. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help

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9:24

Wellness: Is South Africa ready for Lenacapavir?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/22

Africa Melane speaks to TB HIV Care’s Strategic Information & Business Development Director, Dr. Joel Steingo about Lenacapavir, the new twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. With WHO backing, government support, and community leadership, could this be the beginning of the end of AIDS in South Africa? Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and

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9:22

Fitness: How to make your fitness routine fun again

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/22

Feeling bored with your workout routine? We speak to Performance Coach Lucas Mthenjane about how to shake things up and create a balanced plan that keeps you moving and motivated. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and

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6:46

DA proposes the Economic Inclusion for All Bill to...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/21

Africa Melane speaks to Ofentse Donald Davhie, Research Associate at the Centre for Risk Analysis, about the DA’s proposed Economic Inclusion for All Bill, a plan to replace BEE with a poverty-based empowerment model. Supporters call it a fair, transparent alternative that targets real disadvantage. Critics argue it risks undoing decades of race-based redress and overlooks South Africa’s structural inequalities. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early

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6:39

Travel: Exploring South Africa’s spookiest travel...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/21

Africa Melane speaks to Mark Rose-Christie, founder of the Mystery Ghost Bus Tour, about ghost travel across the country from eerie old jails to haunted hotels and his spooky 3-course dinner experience this Halloween. Expect ghost stories, illusions, and a touch of the supernatural! Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and

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5:27

Last-minute cycling advice ahead of Ride Joburg

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/21

Ride Joburg 2025 is almost here! Africa Melane talks to cycling coach Nic White for last-minute tips on pacing, nutrition, safety, and gear. Get ready to own the streets of Joburg and experience the city’s energy like never before! Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He

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6:25

Cata and Codeta back at the table as Western Cape...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/20

Guest:MakhosandileTumana |CODETA spokesperson Western Cape taxi routes reopen after deadly clashes. Africa Melane speaks to MakhosandileTumana ,CODETA spokespersonabout the road to peace, commuter safety, and what’s next as the province’s taxi routes come back online. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and

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8:36

Electricity Minister presents new Integrated Resource...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/20

Africa Melane speaks to Matthew Cruise from IMPOWER about the ambitious Integrated Resource Plan 2025, covering renewable energy, job creation, industrial growth, and reducing load shedding. Could this plan finally power economic revival within the electricity sector? Get ready for 60 minutes of pure sporting adrenaline with Sportscaster Robert Marawa. With exclusive exposés, breaking news, in-depth interviews, heated debates, and passionate fans—no topic is offside. Thank you for

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5:52

Property: How co-signing a lease could help you...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/20

A listener asked about being added as a second name on a lease but what does that really mean? Africa Melane speaks to Gary Phelps from ICON Property Group about the ins and outs of co-signed leases, how they can help renters with bad credit, and what both parties need to know before signing Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews

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6:26

Fitness: SA’s Stand-Up Paddler sets sights on...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/20

SA’s Stand-Up Paddleboarding star Cameron Tripney is heading to Abu Dhabi! Africa Melane chats to the 2022 Junior World Champion and Open Men’s bronze medalist about his road to the world stage and his quest for another global title Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world

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7:35

Cape Town Gears Up for Sanlam Marathon

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/17

Cape Town gears up for the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon with thousands of athletes set to take over the streets. Alderman JP Smith joins Africa Melane to discuss safety, logistics, and how the city is supporting the marathon. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He alsoenjoys

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10:51

Western Cape extends extraordinary measures on...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/17

Minister Isaac Sileku extends extraordinary measures on key mini-bus taxi routes in the Western Cape for 30 more days. Africa Melane speaks to the Mobility Minister about ongoing talks with CATA and CODETA, commuter safety, and the province’s commitment to a peaceful and stable public transport sector. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and

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4:43

NPO: Shades Day shines light on visual impairment in SA

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/17

Put on your shades for a cause! This #ShadesDay, 17 Oct, your R20 sticker supports training guide dogs & mobility services for over 800 visually impaired South Africans. Africa Melane speaks to Marketing Manager, Toni Erasums at South African Guide-Dogs Association in raising awareness for eye health. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and interviews

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6:36

Online betting on the rise

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/16

R1.5 trillion in gambling turnover shows South Africa’s youth are increasingly exposed to online betting. Africa Melane speaks to Sibongile Simelane-Quntana about responsible gambling, protecting vulnerable groups, and outreach efforts to curb harmful habits Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and interviews politicians and analysts to help make

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10:12

Senzo Mchunu appears before Ad Hoc Committee

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/16

Senzo Mchunu will present his side of corruption allegations before parliament’s ad hoc committee today. Africa Melane speaks to criminologist Dr. Simon Howell to unpack the potential impact of the proceedings on police accountability and public trust in SAPS. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and interviews politicians and analysts to help make

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7:09

Finance: How entrepreneurs are using Stokvels to...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/16

Stokvels are more than a savings tradition; they're a vehicle for economic growth. Palesa Lengolo joins Africa Melane to explore how community-based savings empower entrepreneurs, bridge funding gaps, and build wealth that lasts for generations. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s andCapeTalk’searly morning talk show.Experienced broadcasterAfrica Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business,and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He

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11:11

Fitness: Pura Soda, why every fitness junkie needs...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/16

Looking for a better way to hydrate?This Test it out Thursday Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to explore why PURA Soda is the ideal low-calorie, naturally flavoured drink for fitness enthusiasts. With no preservatives, artificial sweeteners, or corn syrup and only 60 calories per can PURA Soda keeps hydration clean, light, and guilt-free. Discover how its sustainable, carbon-neutral ethos and Live a Little PURA mindset are inspiring South

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7:51

Roadmap to strengthen South Africa’s disaster risk...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/15

Africa Melane speaks to South African Weather Service Senior Manager: Disaster Risk Reduction, Rudzani Malala who reflects back on the recent G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Meeting in Cape Town. They unpack the significance of the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) Roadmap and discuss how the roadmap represents a major step toward protecting every person from severe weather by 2027, highlighting lessons learned, the importance of collaboration, and what South Africa is doing to strengthen early warning

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12:39

The rollout of South Africa’s new e-hailing laws

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/10/15

E-hailing drivers have 6 months to comply with new transport regulations — or face steep fines.Africa Melane speaks to SAMETA Chairperson Sibongiseni Shange about how the new Transport Amendment Act aims to bring order, safety, and fairness to South Africa’s fast-growing e-hailing industry. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and

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