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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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20:24

Getting justice for domestic workers

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/04

Did you know that if you employ a domestic worker who works for you for more than 24 hours per month, then that domestic worker must be registered for the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) once that threshold has passed? This applies to staff including gardeners, nannies, and caregivers. This is but one aspect that is being championed by Michael Helu, a Cape Town-based labour rights advocate and organiser with the South African Domestic Service and Allied Workers Union (SADSAWU). Helu actively

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6:06

Reserve Bank outlook as global uncertainty and...

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2026/05/04

Deputy Governor for the South African Reserve Bank, Rashad Cassim, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the current global economic pressures, including geopolitical conflict and weaker growth in key markets, and how these are feeding into inflation, the rand, and local cost pressures. He also discusses how the Reserve Bank is currently positioned to manage these risks, what buffers and policy tools are available if global conditions worsen, and what this could mean for the outlook on inflation and

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8:37

Cape on track to run city’s trains

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/04

Lester Kiewit speaks to Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis about the national Department of Transport publishing the National Rail Master Plan which indicates a devolution of powers to allow municipalities to control, and run rail operations. 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

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2:09

Unhappy camper: Robbery in nature reserve causes outrage

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2026/05/04

Lester Kiewit speaks to Gavin Welsh of Run Wild Adventures about being robbed in the Cape Columbine Nature Reserve during a recent visit. He says they surprised when reporting the crime, when police informed them that theft inside the reserve is far too common. 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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7:40

Money on a Monday: Do you remember the One Rand Man?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/04

Do you remember the One Rand Man? Back in 2014, as part of Savings Month Awareness, Sanlam arranged for Werner Oelofse, then a 32-year old architectural consultant, to receive his entire month’s salary in R1 coins, and that is all he could use to make his payments. Did it experiment his approach to budgeting? Lester Kiewit tracked him down to find out. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up

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3:59

Concerns over road safety after bakkie plunges down...

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2026/05/04

Lester Kiewit speaks to Seema Khehar, a committee member of Misty Cliffs Village Association, about an incident in which a bakkie left the road and plunged several metres onto a road below. The driver emerged unscathed, but residents warn that something needs to be done about this dangerous stretch of road. 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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3:34

Binge-watching options this weekend: Deadloch, Big...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/01

In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? John Maytham chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: - Deadloch Season 2 (Prime Video) - ⁠Big Mistakes (Netflix) - ⁠Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair (Disney+) 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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6:51

Massive 70million fundraising drive to mark Red...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/01

John Maytham speaks to Chantel Cooper, CEO of the Childrens Hospital Trust about their 70million fundraising project to mark 70 years of the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. The hospital treats about 250 000 children each year 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

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8:17

What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: Home...

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2026/05/01

John Maytham speaks to Tara Roos, CapeTalk commentator and Business Day Political Correspondent, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including: two senior Homa Affairs officials are suspended over AI; SA ranks eighth globally in world’s safest aviation systems and a court sets a date for plan of action against foot-and-mouth disease 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

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6:50

Court rules against City of Cape Town on tariff hikes

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2026/05/01

John Maytham speaks to Afriforum’s Morne Mostert, after the Cape High Court ruled in favour of Afriforum and the SA Association of Property Owners, declaring the City of Cape Town’s property value-based fixed charges for cleaning levy, water and sanitation unlawful. They have been set aside from 30 June 2026. 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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4:38

The World View from London with Vicki Turner

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2026/05/01

A World View from London: Trump’s threat to Germany President Donald Trump sends a barned threat to Germany; a learner drivers’ “in Seine” lesson; Banksy confirms he is behind a new statue in central London. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with John Maytham. 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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7:21

Cape Town tests first live street redesign as Bree...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/01

Roland Postma, Managing Director of Young Urbanist, speaks to John Maytham about the launch of the Safe Passage Precinct on Bree Street, South Africa’s first live street experiment. The six-month pilot will temporarily reconfigure the street with reduced traffic lanes, loading bays, seating, greenery, and safer walking and cycling space, while monitoring real-world use and public feedback. Backed by SDI Trust, the City of Cape Town, and a range of partners, the project aims to improve safety,

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6:55

LIVE AND LOCAL: It’s official - SA will head to the...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/05/01

John Maytham speaks to independent elections analyst Michael Atkins following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement that South Africa will head to the polls on November 4, 2026, for the local government elections. The discussion focuses on the readiness of the Independent Electoral Commission, which has seen a notable uptick in voter registrations, including more than 260,000 new sign-ups in recent months, driven in part by its online registration campaign. While this suggests some renewed

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5:45

Cyber sense, making sense of scams: cyber leaks, what...

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2026/05/01

This week’s Cyber Sense feature focuses on cyber leaks and what they mean for everyday South Africans. John Maytham speaks to Boikokobetso Makhetloane, also known online as Mr Fingerz, a cybersecurity expert, educator, trainer, and TikTok content creator, about how data breaches happen, what information is exposed, and how criminals use stolen data. The discussion also covers how to check if your information has been compromised and what steps to take to stay protected. Good Morning Cape Town

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4:51

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Bondi report...

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2026/05/01

Katie Macdonald shares the latest developments from Australia and New Zealand, including the interim report into the Bondi attack and a court ruling in New Zealand rejecting Brenton Tarrant’s appeal bid. She also highlights a practical tip for pet owners, as TV vet Chris Brown explains why tennis balls may not be as safe for dogs as many think. 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

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12:06

Travel vlogger Popi Sibiya explains purpose of her...

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2026/04/30

South African digital creator and travel vlogger Popi Sibiya has ignited a national conversation after announcing plans to live with a host family from the coloured community as part of her online series The Popi Show. Framed as an effort to explore authentic, lived experiences across South Africa’s diverse cultures, the idea has drawn both praise and criticism. While some see it as a bold attempt to bridge divides and spotlight underrepresented voices, others question whether it risks

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5:43

Emerging economies – Focus on India: Women’s bill fails

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2026/04/30

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University. They discuss the women’s representation bill failing to pass; UAE exits from OPEC and implications for India, and major projects in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. 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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8:20

South Africa’s ongoing battle against illicit cigarettes

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2026/04/30

It has been estimated that illicit cigarettes make up to 75% of the market, with much of them being produced by manufacturers who are properly registered with SARS but who only declare a fraction of their full production. Lester Kiewit speaks to Kingsley Wheaton, Chief Corporate Officer at BAT on some of the measures being suggested to bring compliance to the industry. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town

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8:41

Car tracking devices under scrutiny amid claims of...

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2026/04/30

Michael Pashut, owner and founder of changecars.co.za, speaks to Lester Kiewit about growing debate around car tracking devices after a recent video interview he posted featuring a guest known as “Mr X,” who raised concerns about what he describes as the darker side of tracking technology, including alleged vulnerabilities and the possibility of so called inside jobs. Pashut provides context on the discussion, the intent behind the interview, and what motorists should consider when

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9:31

Study raises red flags at sending kids to school at a...

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2026/04/30

Lester Kiewit speaks to Bianca Böhmer, a researcher at the University of Stellenbosch’s Research on Socio-economic Policy unit, where they have done a study which raises serious concerns about the impact on children who start school at a very young age. And it seems boys, and poorer children are most vulnerable. 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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