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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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6:42

A World View from London: a deadly car rampage in China

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Dozens of people killed and injured in China after motorist ploughs into crowd; the Archbiship of Canterbury resigns after church controversy; lights on surfboards to deter sharks? Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:47

NSRI in daring helicopter rescue off cruise ship

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Craig Lambinon, spokesperson for the NSRI, about a daring rescue that saw a patient airlifted from a cruise ship by helicopter and taken to a Cape Town hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:10

Minister says we have enough water as ConCourt closes...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Kevin Winter, researcher at the Future Water Institute and Senior Lecturer in Environmental & Geographical Science at UCT, about the true state of South Africa’s water supply and quality. This after Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina told parliament there is no water crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:09

In conversation with Premier Alan Winde

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

This month’s edition of “Lester in your Lounge” is taking place at Leeuwenhof – the official residence of the Premier of the Western Cape. Lester Kiewit speaks face-to-face with Premier Alan Winde about important issues for the Western Cape economy, including unemployment and a rising population.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:20

Can structural reforms keep SA making gains in...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Andrew Robert Donaldson, senior research associate, Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit at UCT, about the gains made in job creation, and whether this and economic growth can be sustained if the country makes structural reforms and discards costly, wasteful programs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:15

GroundUp news: Illegal electricity connections a...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October, Deputy Editor at GroundUp, about the big stories being featured, including how illegal electricity connections to shacks are posing a risk to Khayelitsha Community Health Centre; Postbank says SASSA gold cards will remain valid even after deadline; and court bid launched to block TotalEnergies from exploring for oil and gas off the West Coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:54

How you can make a child's Christmas wish come true

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Lesley Liddle, Head of Business Development at St Jospeh’s Intermediate Paediatric Care, about how the public can help to make Christmas special for the children in their care, with donations towards not only their food, but also their care and medication.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:15

City safety measures in place for busy tourist season

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Petrus “Robbie” Roberts, the City of Cape Town Commissioner for public safety and operational co-ordination, about their readiness for the busy tourist season, and the additional deployments across the CBD and scenic mountain trails.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:40

Why the SABC Bill has been withdrawn

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to the Solly Malatsi, the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies about why he has decided to withdraw the SABC Bill in its current form. One reason being that it does not address the urgent need for a sustainable funding model. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:29

A World View from London: COP29 underway in Baku

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

The COP29 climate conference has commenced in Azerbaijan; tinfoil hat prank played on Russian teachers; huge traffic jams in China caused by cycling students on dumpling quest. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:22

The Auditor-General’s report reveals substantial...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speakes to David Mametja from the Health Professions Council of South Africa about the ANC Study Group on Defence and Military Veterans’ statement on the SA-Cuba Health Practitioners Internship Programme. With a reported cost of R291.6 million for 108 students, the program faces issues with South African accreditation of Cuban qualifications, limiting career options for graduates. The Study Group calls for stronger support systems and oversight to ensure the program effectively serves

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7:15

Time to ramp up sanctions and diplomatic action...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Mamphela Ramphele, Chair of the Archbishop Desmond Tutu IP Trust, about her call for the tightening of sanctions against Israel, and the cutting of diplomatic ties, in the face of their continued attacks on the people of Palestine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:32

Making sense of Safair’s turbulent times

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Guy Leitch the Editor of Sa Flyer Magazine, to make sense of the turbulence that FlySafair is experiencing after allegedly violating regulations of the SA International Air Services Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:58

Update on Lebombo post reopening and cargo backlog

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

Lester Kiewit speaks to Mmemme Mogotsi, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Communications and Marketing at the Border Management Association, about progress being made in getting the Lebombo border post open and operating smoothly after it was shut due to election-related violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:46

Pathway development – how do resident apply for...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dirk Du Preez, Acting Head of Non-Motorised Transport and Universal Access, about how residents can apply for pedestrian pathways to be considered in their neighbourhoods. With many listeners inquiring about pathways, such as the one between Glencairn and the beach, where residents seek a more accessible alternative to the current sand and gravel path, Dirk provided insight into the city’s process for pathway requests. He also shared updates on plans for creating

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6:06

A World View from London: Massive drone offensive

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

Russia and Ukraine trade massive drone attacks; Florida disaster worker sacked for being anti-Trump; snow in Saudi Arabia. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:37

Informal traders’ welcome government intervention...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

Lester Kiewit speaks to Rosheda Muller, President of the National Informal Traders Alliance of SA, about interventions announced by the government in order to end a spike in poisoning cases involving children who had consumed food from local traders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:07

MP slams Minister over Joshlin Smith foundation he...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

Lester Kiewit speaks to DA MP, Liam Jacobs, about his disappointment at Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton Mackenzie having done nothing as yet to start the Joshlin Smith foundation for missing children as he promised to do months ago, when the Saldanha child went missing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:36

Money on a Monday: can having a dashcam and tracking...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

How can the fitting of dashcams and vehicle trackers save you money? Why are some insurance companies encouraging the installation of such devices? Lester Kiewit speaks to Sakina Ntuli, spokesperson for King Price insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:42

DBE collaborates on efforts to help young girls...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/11

The Department of Basic Education has been collaborating in a series of workshops and initiatives to support girls in developing positive self-esteem and body image given the pressures of trying to conform due to social media. Lester Kiewit speaks to Likho Bottoman, Director for Social Cohesion and Equity at the Department of Basic Education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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