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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

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5:28

Who’s to blame? Legal pressure mounts over...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/14

Guest:Tebogo Mashilompane | Leader of Forum for South Africa (FOSA Ministers sleep on the job,” says Forum SA, threatening legal action over the rise of unregulated spaza shops. Following recent tragedies, Africa Melane speaks to Tebogo Mashilompane about what accountability looks like—and whether the GNU has failed to protect South AfricansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:39

VAT hike faces axe, but can treasury plug the gap

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/14

If government scraps the planned VAT increase, it still needs to find R13.5 billion to balance the budget. Africa Melane is joined by financial planner Prem Govender to unpack the options—from spending cuts to alternative taxes—and what it means for the economy and your wallet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:34

Property: Rental Fraud on the Rise in SA

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/14

Africa Melane speaks with Pearl Scheltema, CEO of Fitzanne Estates, on the rising wave of rental scams in SA. From fake listings to impersonated agents, both tenants and landlords are at risk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:20

Fitness: The benefits of home gyms

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/14

Africa Melane speaks to fitness expert Matthew Cornish about the growing popularity of home gyms and how you can get started—no matter your budget or space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

10:31

Gauteng's War on Taxi Violence: six-month closure on...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/11

As 59 lives are lost to taxi violence in Gauteng, the MEC proposes shutting taxi ranks for six months. But how does the industry itself respond? Africa Melane speaks to a Midday Mali, Gauteng’s Chairperson of SANTACO —on the way forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

5:27

Nedbank Cup Semi Final - Mamelodi Sundowns v Kaizer...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/11

Guest:Vuyani Joni | Editor at Soccer Laduma Mamelodi Sundowns aim for another Nedbank Cup final as they face rivals Kaizer Chiefs in a high-stakes semifinal. Africa Melane speaks to the Editor at Soccer Laduma, Vuyani Joni.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:47

Super Scientists inspiring Africa's next generation...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/11

Africa Melane chats with Justin Yarrow, Executive Director and Founder of SuperScientists, about turning real scientists into superheroes to inspire the next generation across Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:43

Get Fit & Fabulous with The Fitness Guide

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/11

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

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7:59

NHBRC probe finds fatal safety breaches for George...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/10

Guest: Deon van Zyl | Chairperson of the Western Cape Property Development Forum The George building collapse claimed 34 lives—but the real disaster was systemic. A forensic probe found unqualified personnel, safety breaches, and shocking oversight failures. Africa Melane speaks to the Chairperson of the Western Cape Property Development Forum, Deon van Zyl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:51

US-China trade tariffs tensions escalate

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/10

As global markets wobble, Africa Melane speaks to Economics lecturer Charles Adams about the intensifying tariff war between the US and China. With Trump imposing a staggering 104% tariff on Chinese goods, and Beijing retaliating with an 84% levy on US imports, what does this mean for global trade, local economies, and everyday consumers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:54

The Impact of VAT Increase on low-income families

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/10

Africa Melane speaks to Leonie van Pletzen, CEO of MicroFinance South Africa about the recent VAT increase in South Africa and how this will impact low-income consumers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:23

Fitness: Benoni Northerns Marathon set for this weekend!

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/10

Litter Bugs Benoni, in partnership with The Benoni Northerns Marathon, is urging volunteers to help make the upcoming marathon on the 13th of April, the cleanest yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:39

BACSA Unites with SAPS to Tackle Crime

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/09

Guest:Fouche Burgers | Business Against Crime South Africa’s National Project Leader SAPS and Business Against Crime SA team up to fight crime. Africa Melane speaks to a Business Against Crime South Africa’s National Project Leader, Fouche Burgers about this collaborationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:36

R500 Million spaza shop support fund officially launched

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/09

Africa Melane speaks to the Ministerial Spokesperson for the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, Yamkela Fanisi about a major support fund aimed at transforming the Spaza Shop sectorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:04

Why getting 8 hours doesn’t always mean good sleep

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/09

Africa Melane speaks with Michelle Baker, a clinical psychologist, to unpack why 7 or 8 hours of sleep doesn’t automatically mean you’re well-rested. They explore the real markers of high-quality sleep, the difference between sleep quantity and quality, and why many South Africans are waking up tired—despite a full night’s rest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:22

Fitness: Duality Fitness - A fitness app that fits...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/09

What if your fitness journey didn’t stop at the gym—and followed you to work, home, and everywhere in between? Africa Melane speaks to Carlo Gomes, Chief Marketing Officer at Duality Fitness, to unpack how their app and wellness solutions are reshaping the way we move, eat, and live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:44

Is the GNU at breaking point? ANC weighs DA’s role...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/08

Guest:Khaya Sithole | Political analyst As the ANC and DA face off over the budget, political analyst Khaya Sithole joins Africa Melane to weigh in on what Monday’s crucial NWC meeting could mean for the future of South Africa’s coalition governmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:10

Travel: Planning a Trip to Namaqualand

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/08

Namaqualand’s wildflower season is an annual masterpiece, where nature paints the desert with hues of yellow, purple, and orange. From Springbok to the West Coast, explore South Africa’s flower routes and witness the breathtaking transformation of the landscapeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:24

Fitness: How to maximize your gym membership

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/08

Maximizing your gym membership is all about consistency, setting clear goals, and making full use of available resources. Whether it's personal training, group classes, or community support, there's so much more to your membership than just access to equipment. Africa Melane speaks to Tim Carter, Head of brand at Planet Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:59

Vaal Dam bursts past full capacity due to heavy rains

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/04/07

Guest: Wisane Mavasa | Spokesperson for the Department of Water and Sanitation The Vaal Dam is overflowing. A fifth sluice gate has been opened as heavy rain continues, and residents in low-lying areas are urged to evacuate. Africa Melane speaks to Wisane Mavasa from the Department of Water and Sanitation about the urgent flood risks and how communities can stay safeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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