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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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8:28

Money on a Monday: Playing it safe when using...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/27

Technology has made our lives simpler, but at the same time it has allowed criminals to find new ways to steal from us. Lester Kiewit speaks to Nischal Mewalall, CEO of the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) about the measures we need to take when setting up contactless payments on our smartphones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

H&M South Africa donates R1million to SA Harvest...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/27

The fashion brand H&M South Africa recently donated R1million towards alleviating hunger in South Africa, through the non-profit organisation SA Harvest. The monies were raised from the sale of paper shopping bags at the clothing retailer’s stores, 50% of which has been pledged towards non- profit organisations driving positive change in South Africa. Lester Kiewit speaks to Caroline Nelson, H&M South Africa Country Manager, and Alan Browde, CEO and founder of SA Harvest.See

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5:32

Cape Town City Ballet dancing to the music of...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Cape Town City ballet is celebrating its 90th year and marking the occasion with the production “I Got Rhythm”, choreographed by Artistic Producer David Nixon CBE and set to the irresistible music of Gershwin, performed by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Lester Kiewit speaks to Robyn Taylor, Executive Manager of Cape Town City Ballet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:41

Stormers gear up for climatic clash with Lions

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Lester Kiewit speaks to DHL Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson, after returning from a series of overseas matches and a week ahead of their big clash against the Lions at DHL Cape Town Stadium, which will be the team’s last home game for this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:38

The Africa Report - Migrants stuck in Tunisia ask for...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

On the eve of Africa Day, migrants stuck in conflicted Tunisia are asking for safe passage to Europe; Lawyers for Congo say they have new evidence that Apple is sourcing vital minerals from conflict areas in that country for making computers and cellphones; Kenyan farmers struggle to make a living on World Bee Day, however there is good diplomatic news for that country. Jean-Jacques Cornish shares all the details with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:37

2024 Elections: Why does voting matter?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Prof. Cherrel Africa defends the importance of voting in maintaining a quality democracy, despite widespread socio-economic dissatisfaction and frustration with government performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:40

Criminal background checks deemed discrimination...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

If you are an employer, you need to be mindful that running a criminal background check on prospective employees - when a clear criminal record is NOT an inherent requirement of the job, and it results in the non-appointment of an applicant - can create an unnecessary risk for you as the employer as it may constitute grounds for unfair discrimination. Lester Kiewit speaks to Kobus Hayward, Manager of Labour Court Matters at National Employers' Association of South Africa (NEASA).See

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5:54

Flu Season: Expert tips to shield your family...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Dr. Diane Gray is a Paediatric Pulmonologist and Clinical Researcher at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, and she joins Lester to provide insights and advice on how to protect our families this flu season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:56

The legal and ethical dilemma of Vigilante justice in...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Crime Expert Calvin Rafadi joins Lester to explore the causes and effects of the dramatic rise of vigilante groups like ‘The Wolves’ E Hailing Protection Group, who are taking the law into their own hands to combat escalating criminal threats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:23

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/24

Indonesian journalists fearing government revision of broadcasting laws will ban investigative work and LGBT content; feather from an extinct New Zealand bird fetches hefty price; Sydney man becomes Southern Hemisphere’s first cryogenically frozen client. Katie Macdonald shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:58

A how-to guide for Elections 2024

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to Michael Hendrickse, Western Cape Provincial Electoral Officer, to get in some last-minute clarity on how this year’s voting process will work, as it will be different from past elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

Quo vadis South Africa? Election outcome could serve...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to Benjamin Fogel, Head of Publishing at Alameda and a Contributing Editor at Jacobin, on how South Africa’s election outcome could provide a glimpse into how Western democracies could fail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:08

Remote working visa victory

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to James Vos, the mayco member for economic growth for the City of Cape Town, about government’s approval of new regulations for remote working visas, which will hopefully unlock the sector’s economic value.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:25

Trendspotting Thursday: Meh-diocrity

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/23

Sticking to a tried-and-tested formula can make sense as it tends to promote a culture of efficiency, but it can also hinder creativity. Kirsty Bissett of HaveYouHeard Marketing speaks to Lester Kiewit about a new term that is floating around: “meh-diocrity”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:35

Sleeping rough - What the City says about people...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/23

Megan Pangeni, Head of City’s Street People Programme, within Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department, from the City of Cape Town, joins Lester Kiewit to discuss the city's approach to managing the difficult issue of residents living in their cars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:08

Fancy wagering on election outcomes?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/22

The team at Sunbet has launched a fun online platform where members of the public can place small wagers on election outcomes such as the EFF’s Julius Malema being appointed the Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Lester Kiewit speaks to Sunbet COO Gideon Mann.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:30

Performers protection bill languishes as sector...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/22

Lester Kiewit speaks to Jack Devnarain, Chair of the South African Guild of Actors about the slow progress in passing the Performers’ Protection Amendment Bill, leaving the sector vulnerable to abuse and job losses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:40

How will South Africa's New Government divide power:...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/22

Some experts suggest a government of national unity (GNU) is needed post-elections for joint accountability. Others highlight weak opposition, boosting the ANC's majority chances. Lester Kiewit weighs up the options with Chris Landsberg, Professor at University of Johannesburg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:52

Futurelect wants to shake up African political...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/22

Lester Kiewit speaks to Lindiwe Mazibuko, the founder and CEO of Futurelect, a non-profit, non-partisan organisation supporting a new generation of engaged citizens and ethical political and government leaders in Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:00

Dr. Ramphele demands removal of Tutu's Name from...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/05/22

Dr. Mamphela Ramphele joins Lester to discuss the decision by the Archbishop Tutu IP Trust to withdraw Archbishop Tutu's name from the Marabastad Refugee Centre. This action follows recent corruption raids and ongoing allegations of human rights violations at the facility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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