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Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life. Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares

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3:28

Afrika Tikkun calls for inclusion for all this...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/28

Freedom Day represents more than democracy. It also represents inclusion. In this spirit Afrika Tikkun, an award-winning child and youth development organisation, have reflected on their programmes which help empower children with disabilities. Lester Kiewit speaks to Marc Lubner, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Afrika Tikkun, to learn more about these programmes and what work still needs to be done. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This

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9:53

Stop milking impressionable moms say academics

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/28

A paper recently published in the Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa has pushed for South African health professional associations to end the acceptance of sponsorships from manufacturers of commercial milk formula, due to their aggressive marketing campaigns to sway parents towards infant formulas, using digital media and influencers to push their products. Lester Kiewit speaks to Lori Lake, communication and education specialist at the Children’s Institute at UCT. Good

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3:28

Freedom Day swim for solidarity: Robben Island to...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

Dr. Marion Stevens speaks to Lester Kiewit about her participation in the upcoming relay swim from Robben Island to Bloubergstrand, organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. She shared her thoughts on the significance of the swim, reflecting on South Africa's own journey to democracy while standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people. Dr. Stevens emphasized the importance of supporting humanitarian efforts, with all proceeds from the event benefiting Gift of the Givers’ vital work

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7:42

United Rugby Championship: DHL Stormers take on Benetton

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

The DHL Stormers still have a fighting chance of making it into the knock-out round of the United Rugby Championship, but they still have a tough road ahead of them with just a few points separating the contenders. Lester Kiewit speaks to Dawie Snyman, DHL Stormers backline and attack coach, ahead of the encounter against Benetton on Saturday 26 April at DHL Stadium. Kick-off is at 18h15. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your

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12:19

What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

In this week’s Parliament: Week in Review with Tara Roos, she and Lester Kiewit unpack the big stories shaping the legislative agenda. Topping headlines is the Finance Minister’s unexpected withdrawal of the proposed VAT increase – a decision that offers temporary relief to consumers but raises pressing questions about timing, process, and the R75 billion hole now left in the fiscus. As Parliament scrambles to pass new legislation to lock in the VAT rate and revise government

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9:04

How SA’s trans community is being hit by U.S funding...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

Lester Kiewit speaks to Lwazi Mazibuko, Programs Manager at Parents, Families & Friends of South African Queers, about how the trans community is dealing with the withdrawal of the U.S President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) research grants. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is

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9:36

What is the fairest way to determine municipal rates?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

What is the fairest way for municipalities to collect rates in order to provide services and fund important infrastructural projects? Should they go according to property values, or should they base it on household income? Lester Kiewit speaks to Kevin Allan, founder and MD of Municipal IQ. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative,

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10:20

Santaco says state’s is valid and adds call for...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

Lester Kiewit speaks to Mmatshikhidi Rebecca Phala, the spokesperson for Santaco, about criticism of the sector still receiving millions in covid gratuities from the state. The SA National Taxi Council however says the process is above board, tax compliant, and they are keen to see the development of a state subsidy model. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester

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7:33

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Neo-Nazi...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/25

In this week’s Pacific Dispatch, Katie Macdonald shared a trio of big stories: ANZAC Day in Australia was marred by neo-Nazi disruptors, New Zealand First introduced a bill to define gender by biology, and nearly 10% of Australians have already voted ahead of the May 3 election - though early voters might miss out on a classic democracy sausage! She shares this with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your

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5:35

Emerging economies – Focus on India: Legislation on...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Controversial bill on Muslim endowments passed by India’s lower house of parliament; the latest in the US-India tariff war; Elon Musk sues India. Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and

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10:15

Deputy president convoy shooting: Ex-bodyguard Conroy...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Lester Kiewit speaks to former presidential bodyguard Conroy Herandien following confirmation that Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s convoy was shot at in March. Herandien shares insight into VIP protection protocols, how incidents like these are typically handled, and what the recent attack reveals about the current security environment for South Africa’s top officials. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your

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6:14

A World View from London: Istanbul earthquake...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

An Earthquake in Istanbul has forced thousands of people from their homes; the latest on the on-off Russia Ukraine peace deal; and an amazing tunnel made in “kit parts” between Germany and Denmark. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and

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6:07

Action SA’s Athol Trollip reacts to VAT reversal...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Lester Kiewit speaks to Athol Trollip, Action SA caucus leader, about the decision announced overnight to reverse the 0.5 percentage point increase in VAT, following lengthy discussions between political parties and consideration of the recommendations of the parliamentary committees. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening

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3:48

Explainer: What is the process now after VAT decision...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Given that South Africa’s VAT rate was set to increase by 0.5 percentage points on 1 May 2025, but is no longer the case following an announcement by National Treasury, Lester Kiewit asks EWN Parliamentary Correspondent Lindsay Dentlinger what process will now need to be followed by government. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative,

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12:26

What does Ukraine leader’s visit to South Africa mean...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Patrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Social Change in the Department of Sociology, at University of Johannesburg, about the diplomatic path South Africa is on, having invited Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky for bilateral talks. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The

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10:25

COSATU reacts to reversal of VAT decision

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

Lester Kiewit speaks to Matthew Parks, Parliamentary Coordinator for COSATU, to discuss the decision by National Treasury to maintain VAT at 15%, and not increase it by half a percentage point. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make

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9:42

Democratic Alliance says reversal of VAT decision a...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/24

The Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana is expected to shortly introduce the Rates and Monetary Amounts and the Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill (Rates Bill), which proposes to maintain the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate at 15 per cent from 1 May 2025, instead of the proposed increase to VAT announced in the Budget in March. The Democratic Alliance, who challenged the VAT increase through the courts, has hailed the about-turn as a victory for all South Africans due to the financial burden it would have

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12:51

Between the Cracks: a retrospective collection from...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/23

Raised in a liberal household, photojournalist Paul Weinberg was launched into his career quite by accident – it was simply what he had to do to escape the military police who were constantly trying to arrest him for being a conscientious objector. He is currently launching his latest book, “Between the Cracks”, a retrospective collection of his photos taken around South Africa between the late 1970s to early 2000s. Lester Kiewit speaks to him about his journey as a photographer,

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7:44

A World View from London: The papal process explained

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/23

Procedures henceforth following the Pope’s passing; over twenty civilians killed in tourist attack in Kashmir; Chinese spies bugging pubs and parks in London. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot &

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12:40

Collective Ratepayers Association formed to challenge...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to Bas Zuidberg, the chair of the Noordhoek Ratepayers Association, chair of the Far South Peninsula Community Forum, as well as signatory to the Collective Ratepayers Association (CRA). The CRA has circulated a petition objecting to the City of Cape Town’s expected property tariff increases in June. There are fears residents could see increase ranging from 10 to 30 percent. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This

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