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The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

Primedia Broadcasting

Get all the news you need to know each day with Bongani Bingwa’s Breakfast Show. Stay updated on developing stories and hear from the newsmakers making headlines as well as ordinary listeners affected by the stories.

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3:19

SA Future Trust Summit

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Ray White on the ground as the South African Future Trust Summit, in partnership with Standard Bank, returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 5 and 6 November. This premier entrepreneurial showcase brings together over 2,000 delegates and 200 exhibitors, featuring international and local speakers who share groundbreaking insights from their business journeys. Attendees can also take part in hands-on masterclasses led by industry experts and even pitch their business ideas

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4:46

World View with Adam: Stung to death by Asian hornets

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2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam for a look at some of the most talked-about global stories making headlines today. First, tragedy in Laos, where an American father and son were stung to death by a swarm of Asian giant hornets while ziplining at a jungle resort , a chilling reminder of nature’s unpredictable dangers. Then, in the Atlantic, Portuguese authorities intercepted a narco-submarine carrying more than 1.7 tonnes of cocaine, a major bust highlighting the evolving tactics of international

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7:16

JPO hits all the right notes: Spring Concerts &...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa speaks to a leading voice behind the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO) as it gears up to fill the city with the sound of summer. From breathtaking classical performances to festive favourites, the JPO’s Spring Concert Series promises to deliver world-class music that’s both inspiring and accessible. As Joburg readies itself for a season of melody and celebration, we explore how the orchestra continues to nurture local talent, bring communities together, and make

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12:10

What’s Gone Viral with Khabazela: What to do with a...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa checks in with Khabazela for another round of the stories lighting up social media. First up, a deeply emotional topic that’s struck a chord online — what to do with the phone number of a loved one who has passed away.Do you keep it saved as a way of holding on, or is deleting it part of letting go? Listeners share their stories of memory, loss, and love. Then, we shift gears to something lighter but all too relatable — opening car doors in parking lots. Are you

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9:30

US aid cuts threaten to derail SA’s HIV fight

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa speaks to a health expert as South Africa faces a major setback in its decades-long fight against HIV. After years of progress marked by fewer deaths, wider treatment access, and millions on life-saving medication, the sudden withdrawal of key U.S. funding since February has left clinics struggling to stay open. The impact is already being felt — with an estimated 660,000 viral-load tests missed, thousands may be going without critical monitoring to ensure their treatment is

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6:58

Feathers take flight: Celebrating pride, progress and...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/06

Bongani Bingwa speaks to a leading voice behind the Feather Awards 2025 as South Africa prepares for a night of feathers, flair, and fabulousness. With nominees like Simphiwe Dana and Nonku Williams lighting up theDrama Queen of the Year category, the event promises glamour and bold expression. But beyond the glitz, the conversation dives into the deeper purpose of the Feathers, celebrating LGBTQI+ visibility, highlighting progress made, and confronting the ongoing challenges faced by the queer

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8:43

Corporates that Care Hepea Pty LTD

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/05

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Gift Nkuna, CEO of Hepea Pty LTD as part of Corporates that Care , a Primedia Cares initiative with 702 and Primedia Outdoor that celebrates companies walking the talk for a better South Africa. This week, we shine a spotlight on the real heroes behind the white coats, the young doctors and nurses shaping the future of South African healthcare. Through innovative programmes like HYPPD, Hepea is helping young professionals not only save lives but also build meaningful and

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8:11

What’s Gone Viral with Khabazela: WiFi names

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/05

Bongani Bingwa and Khabazela take a look at what’s lighting up timelines this morning, from hilarious WiFi names to parking lot door wars! First up, it’s all about WiFi names, those clever, cheeky, or downright strange titles people give their home networks. From “Pretty Fly for a Wi-Fi” to “It Hurts When IP”, South Africans are showing off serious creativity. So, what’s your WiFi name at home, and is there a story behind it?Then, over to something

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4:25

World View with Adam: Deadly Typhoon, Drone Warfare,...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/05

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam about today’s top global stories — beginning in the Philippines, where Typhoon Kalmaegi has left at least 52 people dead and hundreds of thousands displaced after devastating floods swept through the island of Cebu. In Eastern Europe, Ukraine has struck deep inside Russia with long-range drones, hitting an industrial plant over 1,300 kilometres away, even as fierce fighting continues around Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. And in Ireland, sporting legend DJ

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13:03

ConCourt showdown: NPA fights to keep extradited...

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2025/11/05

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Mmamoloko Kubayi, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, as the Constitutional Court weighs in on a crucial question of authority,who really controls South Africa’s extradition process? Is it the National Prosecuting Authority, or the Minister of Justice? The answer could determine whether wanted fugitives finally face justice or continue to exploit legal grey areas. From Richard Payne, accused of defrauding the Gauteng Department of Health of R700 million

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7:39

Ouattara secures fourth term as Ivory Coast faces...

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2025/11/05

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sakaria Kone, Ivory Coast’s Ambassador to South Africa, as President Alassane Ouattara secures a fourth term in office with nearly 90% of the vote. The result, announced in the early hours in Abidjan, has stirred both celebration and concern, supporters hail Ouattara as the architect of stability and economic progress, while critics question the fairness of an election marked by the exclusion of key rivals. As the nation basks in the glow of another Ouattara victory,

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8:03

New Netflix crime-comedy breaks out big after premiere

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/04

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Kudi Maradzika, Zimbabwean screenwriter, director, and producer, about the brand-new Netflix South African series ‘BK & Pinky’. The show follows BK, a single mom played by Jo-Anne Reyneke, who teams up with aspiring influencer Pinky (Cindy Mahlangu) to sell fake luxury handbags online — only to find themselves pursued by a dangerous crime boss and the police. Featuring a powerhouse local cast including Thapelo Mokoena, Hamilton Dlamini, and Zozibini

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14:45

What’s Gone Viral with Khabazela: Teachers during exams

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/04

Bongani speaks to Khabazela on What’s Gone Viral, Khabazela takes us through the moments lighting up social media. First up, a hilarious clip of teachers during exam season, has everyone reminiscing can you remember the classic phrases your teachers used to say to keep order or calm your nerves? Then, we shift gears to a viral debate about opening car doors in parking lots , are you careful, or have you been guilty of leaving a dent or two? Listeners share their funniest (and most

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4:38

World View with Adam: A potential maverick mayor of...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/04

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam about today’s top global stories. First, in New York City politics, US President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Andrew Cuomo in the mayoral race, warning voters against the left-wing frontrunner Zohran Mamdani. Then, in a story of cultural restitution, the Netherlands has announced it will return a 3,500-year-old sculpture to Egypt, three years after it surfaced at an art fair in Maastricht. Finally, beer enthusiasts are celebrating history as a

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11:09

US politics distorting Nigeria’s reality

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2025/11/04

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Phillip van Niekerk, editorial director of Scrolla Africa, about how US political rhetoric is dangerously misrepresenting the realities on the ground in Nigeria. After President Donald Trump claimed there is a “Christian genocide” underway, echoing the kind of distorted narratives once used about South Africa, tensions have escalated. Trump’s recent threat of military action against Abuja, amid ongoing violence from radical Islamist groups like Boko Haram,

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8:07

Road Accident Fund on the brink: Who pays for the...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/04

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Gert Nel from the Association for the Protection of Road Accident Victims about the collapse of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) — once a safety net for victims, now crippled by corruption, mismanagement, and a staggering R500 billion debt. Allegations of hidden claims worth R230 billion, cooked books, and punitive claim processes paint a picture of an institution in freefall. As SCOPA digs into the rot, victims remain unpaid and justice delayed, raising the urgent

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8:31

Meet the marathon warrior: Crazy Legs Khunou leads...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/03

Bongani Bingwa speaks to marathon runner and disability ambassador Ipeleng “Crazy Legs” Khunou about the World Run Fun Run happening on 4 November, a SuperSport and Nedbank initiative aimed at raising awareness and rallying South Africans behind disability inclusion. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf

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8:22

What’s gone viral with Khabazela Your eating style

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/03

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about recalling some of the things your teachers used to say often to the class or to you? 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on

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15:22

Mr T, a former Home Affairs official who refused to...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/03

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Mr T in an exclusive interview about how there were 2 attempts on his life for speaking up against corruption at DHA. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

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8:23

Africa’s Silence on Darfur: A Shameful Failure

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/11/03

Bongani Bingwa speaks with veteran journalistMathatha Tsedu about the disturbing silence from South African leaders as Sudan faces the world’s deadliest humanitarian crisis, with staggering numbers of people killed and displaced. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to

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