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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

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9:40

Property: An exploration of the PIE act

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/25

Guest:Gary Boruchowitz | Boruchowitz Attorneys Thabo Shole-Mashao speaks to Gary Boruchowitz from Boruchowitz Attorneys about the PIE Act. Following Africa Melane’s conversation with the SA Human Rights Commission last week, this discussion tackles whether the Act still serves South Africa well – should it be upheld, reformed, or replaced? Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the

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8:57

Fitness: Thrive by WHX debuts in Cape Town

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/25

Guest:Liezel Van Der Westhuizen | Presenter at 702 / Cape Talk and KFM Thabo Shole-Mashao sits down with fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen to unpack Thrive by WHX, Africa’s ultimate fitness and wellness hub debuting at the CTICC in Cape Town from 2–4 September. 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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10:25

Bokke look to bounce back in Cape Town

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/22

Guest:Jan De Koning | Editor at Rugby 365 Zain Johnson and Jan de Koning preview SA vs Australia in the Rugby Championship taking place in Cape Town this weekend. 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 the Arts. All the

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13:28

Court steps in to save cancer patients

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/22

The High Court orders Gauteng Health Department to immediately provide radiation oncology treatment after delays left cancer patients at risk. Judge Dippenaar calls the backlog a public health crisis, affirming the constitutional right to life. Zain Johnson speaks to Cancer Alliance’s Salome Meyer. 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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9:28

NPO: Phakama Women’s Academy launches 2025 Mentorship...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/22

Phakama Women’s Academy turns 11! Zain Johnson is joined by Koo Govender as PWA launches its 2025 mentorship programme, continuing its mission of empowering young women with skills, confidence, and connections for career success. 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

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10:12

Fitness: Weekend fitness guide

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/22

Zain Johnson speaks to Liezel Van Der Westhuizen who gives us the lowdown of all the fitness events taking place in Gauteng & the Western Cape this weekend. 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 the Arts. All the

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10:34

Buti Manamela’s first test as Higher Education...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/21

Guest:Karabo Khakhau | DA National Spokesperson Zain Johnson speaks to DA National Spokesperson, Karabo Khakhau. The DA has accused Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela of appointing corruption-implicated officials to Seta boards, calling it a repeat of ANC cadre deployment that undermines governance. 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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12:47

Patricia de Lille dissolves SA Tourism Board

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/21

Patricia de Lille has dissolved the SA Tourism Board, accusing it of overstepping its powers and failing to follow due process. Zain Johnson speaks to Public policy & governance analyst, Hlumelo Xaba. With a CEO suspended, a board in disarray, and major international events on the horizon, the decision raises urgent questions about governance and South Africa’s ability to project stability in its tourism sector. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early

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10:18

Exploring Phytoceutics Phytomist Vitamin D3 & K2 Oral...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/21

Fitness presenter Liezel van der Westhuizen tests Phytoceutics Phytomist Vitamin D3 & K2 Oral Spray, uncovering benefits for bones, immunity & heart health. 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 the Arts. All the

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9:38

12 million South Africans are over indebted

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/21

Zain Johnson speaks with Dehan Scherman about the rising debt crisis, why families are using credit to buy food, and how stokvels, informal work, and debt management are helping people stay afloat. 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

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7:30

The road ahead for SA’s minibus taxi industry

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/20

Guest:Dr Siyabulela Fobosi | Senior researcher at the UNESCO 'Oliver Tambo' Chair of Human Rights at the University of Fort Hare Africa Melane speaks to Dr Siyabulela Fobosi on the history, challenges, and future of South Africa’s minibus taxi 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 interviews politicians and analysts to help make

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11:00

Probe into selling of teacher posts deepens

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/20

Africa Melane speaks to NAPTOSA’s Basil Manuel about the ELRC’s investigation into ghost teachers and the alleged selling of teaching posts. 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 the Arts. All the interviews

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8:14

Wellness: SADAG launches Toolkit to help Class of 2025

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/20

With prelim exams starting next week and continuing into October, Africa Melane speaks to SADAG about how learners can protect their Mental Health during this stressful time. 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 the

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9:48

Unlock the power of rest between sets

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/20

Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen shares research-backed insights on optimal rest periods for hypertrophy and strength training. Learn how to tailor your rest for better performance, recovery, and results 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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8:55

Fitness: Cycle for Change Spinathon on 13th September

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/20

Africa Meleane speaks to Liezel Van Der Westhuizen about the upcoming spinathon. The Cycle for Change spinathon is a dynamic event where fitness meets purpose. Join the action at the V&A Waterfront on 13 September 2025, where the goal is to raise R1.2 million in support of Velokhaya Cycling Academy in Khayelitsha and Songezo Cycling Academy in Masiphumelele. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane

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7:10

Trump Meets Zelenskyy in the Oval Office

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/19

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the White House in high-stakes talks over the war in Ukraine. Africa Melane speaks to Gustavo De Carvalho from the SA Institute of International Affairs. 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

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9:26

Are you brushing your teeth wrong?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/19

South Africa’s oral health is in crisis. Gum disease affects up to 90% of adults, yet many are brushing the wrong way. Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins the conversation with Africa Melane to unpack the Ivo health & GUM Better Brushing campaign 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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8:29

Property: Evictions under the spotlight - know your...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/18

In the wake of the Germiston mass evictions, Tammy Carter, Advocacy & Research Officer at the South African Human Rights Commission joins Africa Melane to explain the legal safeguards for both property owners and occupants and why evictions without court orders are not just unfair, but unlawful. 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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7:58

Wallabies shock Springboks 38-22 at Ellis Park

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/18

Guest:Jan De Koning | Editor at Rugby 365 Australia stuns South Africa at Ellis Park with a 38-22 win. This is the Wallabies’ first Ellis Park victory since 1963. Can the Springboks bounce back for the next game? Africa Melane poses this question to the Editor of Rugby 365, Jan De Koning. 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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14:52

SANTACO confronts violence in the taxi industry

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/08/18

SANTACO Spokesperson, Rebecca Phala joins Africa Melane to unpack the current state of the taxi 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 interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and

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