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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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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

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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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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

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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...

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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

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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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5:58

G20 correspondence desk with RMB & FNB: Johannesburg...

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2025/10/31

Bongani Bingwa speaks with EWN reporter Nokukhanya Mntambo about the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting held this week to finalise global anti-corruption strategies, Johannesburg receiving a vote of confidence from Moody’s Ratings despite political instability and concerns over wasteful spending, and the latest Where to Invest in Africa Index, which ranks South Africa fourth. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes

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11:44

What’s gone viral with Khabazela: How does this sound...

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2025/10/31

Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn about the songs and sounds that evoke a sense of nostalgia. 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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11:26

New SETA board appointments under fire

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2025/10/31

BonganiBingwa speaks with DA Member of Parliament Karabo Khakhau, who argues that the latest appointments to the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) boards prioritise political loyalty over competence undermining transparency and jeopardising the future of South Africa’s workforce. 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

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6:33

Barber Shop Chronicles” Premieres in Africa with...

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2025/10/30

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Director Sibusiso Mamba about what audiences can expect as the Market Theatre closes the year by staging the acclaimed “Barber Shop Chronicles” for the first time in Africa, running from 6 to 30 November 2025. 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

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6:59

What’s gone viral with Khabazela: Is that a dinosaur

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2025/10/30

Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn about viral moments, including parents introducing their children to new and unfamiliar foods. 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

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13:55

Bullying in Schools: Are Children Being Let Down at...

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2025/10/30

Bongani Bingwa speaks with education specialist Hendrick Makaneta and parenting coach and author Ayanda Tetyana about how to address bullying, the role schools should play in supporting victims, and whether bullies are born or shaped by their environment. 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

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8:19

Mamelodi double murder suspect abandons bail

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2025/10/30

Bongani Bingwa speaks with EWN Reporter Kgomotso Modise, who shares more details about the two cousins shot dead in Mamelodi, while a third remains in critical condition. She also reports that the accused has appeared in court and withdrawn his bail application, and reveals an exclusive interview with the surviving victim. 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

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8:01

Corporates that Care with Kellanova South Africa

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2025/10/29

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Kellanova’s General Manager and Executive Director, Philip Nieman, who shares insights on the company’s Better Days™ Promise a global purpose platform focused on ending hunger and fostering stronger, more resilient communities. 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

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9:32

What’s gone viral with Khabazela: Driver suffers...

The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa ·

2025/10/29

Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan 'Khabazela' Fairbairn about viral moments, including a driver experiencing a medical emergency, raising the question: have you ever faced a medical emergency while behind the wheel? They also discuss eating mishaps, asking whether you can maintain a poker face in tricky situations. 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

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9:34

Commission slams slow response from government on TRC...

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2025/10/29

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Lionel Adendorf, spokesperson for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) case inquiry, about the frustration over the lack of cooperation from key government departments and agencies involved in the inquiry and the cases under review. 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

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