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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

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11:19

Fitness: The Weekend Fitness Guide

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/18

Africa Melane speaks to Liezel van der Westhuizen who brings you, your weekend fitness guide. 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 listen. Thank you for

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7:34

Leave instead of Suspension - Legal expert weighs in

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/17

Guest:Alayna Lewendal | MD of AL INC Africa Melane speaks to legal expert Alayna Lewendal, MD of AL Inc., to unpack the legal implications of President Ramaphosa placing Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu & Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya on “leave of absence” rather than suspending him, as serious criminal allegations surface. Is this legally sound, or has SAPS sidestepped its own rules? What does the law actually say, and why does it matter? Early Breakfast with Africa

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10:21

Mpox cases climb in SA

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/17

Africa Melane speaks to Health Department spokesperson Foster Mohale as South Africa sees a rise in confirmed Mpox cases. With new infections reported in Gauteng and the Western Cape, Mohale outlines the department’s response, including a targeted vaccination campaign and public health advice. 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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11:05

Fitness: Trouble sleeping? Try the viral ‘Puppy Paws’...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/17

Struggling to sleep? Mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen explains how the trending ‘Puppy Paws’ method can calm your mind and help you rest fast. 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

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6:34

Mandela Day: The Hope Exchange helping Cape Town’s...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/17

Africa Melane speaks to Marie Slundt from The Hope Exchange about how your R67 can help provide support to Cape Town’s homeless community 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

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5:58

E-Hailing drivers confront Uber over high commissions

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/16

Guest:Vhatuka Mbelengwa | E-Hailing Association services spokesperson Africa Melane speaks to Vhatuka Mbelengwa of the E-Hailing Association Services amid rising tension in the e-hailing industry. Drivers accuse Uber of slashing earnings through high commissions and unviable fares, sparking protests in Johannesburg. 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,

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10:00

COSATU weighs in on Sibiya’s special leave

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/16

Shadrack Sibiya placed on leave amid allegations of political interference and corruption. COSATU’s Matthew Parks joins Africa Melane to unpack the fallout. 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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5:04

Mandela Day: Greater Tygerberg Partnership planting...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/16

On the 18th of July, Mandela Day comes to life in Bellville’s Life-Changing Garden — where unused land becomes a symbol of hope, dignity, and environmental upliftment. Africa Melane speaks to… 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

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9:24

Fitness: Exploring Nordic walking

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/16

Looking to level up your walking workouts? Fitness presenter & mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen reveals how Nordic walking burns 46% more calories & boosts strength. 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

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5:52

Inside South Africa’s occult gang culture

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/15

Guest:Dr Ashwill Ramon Phillips | Lecturer and Postgraduate Supervisor, Department of Criminology, University of the Free State Occult gangs in South Africa mix spiritual beliefs with violence—using rituals, and muti to gain power and spread fear. Dr Ashwill Ramon Phillips reveals how these groups operate and why new approaches to crime prevention are essential Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane

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9:32

Uncovering SA's ICU crisis

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/15

South Africa’s ICU crisis is deepening — too few beds, even fewer trained nurses. Just 25% are critical care qualified. Africa Melane speaks to DENOSA’s Kwena Manamela on staffing gaps, provincial inequalities, and the urgent fixes needed now. 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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7:04

Mandela Day: Klip River clean up in Soweto

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/15

Africa Melane speaks to Hlanzekile River and Ocean Cleaning, led by Ayanda Skenjana, who is rallying Soweto to remove plastic waste from the Klip River this Mandela Day. 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

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7:15

Fitness: When to use nutrition bars

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/15

What’s really in your energy bar? Africa Melane chats to Chelsea van Rooyen, Racefood Brand Manager about the rise of nutrition bars, when you actually need them, and why clean, natural ingredients make all the difference. 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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6:47

Eskom’s diesel bill hits R5.26 Billion

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/14

Guest:Matthew Cruise |Energy expert at IMPOWER Africa Melane speaks to energy expert Matthew Cruise on why Eskom’s diesel costs have soared, whether the spend is justified, and what alternatives exist to ease pressure on the grid. 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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8:13

SAPU’s reaction to President Ramaphosa Mkhwanazi’s...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/14

Africa Melane speaks to Lesiba Thobakgale, National Spokesperson for the South African Policing Union (SAPU), following the President’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave while the commission investigates Mkhwanazi’s claims. 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

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8:39

The Maletsatsi Foundation launches a 5-act challenge...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/14

Africa Melane speaks to The Maletsatsi Foundation about their call to action for Mandela Day on the 18th of July. Have a listen to five powerful ways you can get involved. 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. Healso enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts

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6:05

Fitness: How to beat the winter slump

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/14

Africa Melane speaks to fitness expert Marlie Hattingh to unpack why winter slows us down—and how to beat the slump with smart movement, better food choices, and a shift in mindset 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. Healso enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere

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7:03

Sport: Wimbledon Weekend - who will lift the trophy?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/11

From upsets to epic comebacks—Africa Melane and Bruce Davidson breakdown how the 2025 Wimbledon finalists fought their way to Centre Court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:34

NPO: Helping 67 dogs to warmer and safer homes

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/11

In honour of Mandela Day, FOUR PAWS is donating 67 kennels and carepackages to dogs in Khayelitsha. Africa Melane speaks to FOUR PAWSCampaign Officer Bertha Moteane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:11

Fitness: The Weekend Fitness Guide

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/07/11

Africa Melane speaks to Liezel van der Westhuizen who brings you, yourweekend fitness guide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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