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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

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10:54

Finance: Understanding the VAT Increase and how it...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/13

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a VAT hike to 16% by 2026. Will this move help or hurt South Africans? Join Africa Melane in conversation with Tax Head of Operations at the Financial Planning Institute of South Africa, Ronald Matande as they unpack the implications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:55

Test it out Thursday: Bamboo Sleepwear by N3YH

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/13

Celebrate World Sleep Day with N3YH’s Bamboo Sleepwear. This test it out Thursday - Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen delves into the game-changing benefits of N3YH’s bamboo sleepwear. Designed for ultimate comfort, bamboo fabric is breathable, moisture-wicking, and hypoallergenic—keeping you cool and fresh, even in warmer climates. Ethically produced with sustainability in mind, N3YH is redefining sleepwear for the eco-conscious consumer

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4:32

Joburg Water cuts off 15 customers over R2.7 million...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/12

Guest:Tyrell Meyers | SMMC for EISD & DA councillor Joburg Water insists revenue collection is vital for maintaining the city’s water infrastructure. But with leaks and infrastructure failures also plaguing the system, where should the focus be? Africa Melane speaks to DA Shadow MMC for EISD, Cllr Tyrell Meyers, to unpack the issue, discuss billing concerns, and explore solutions for Johannesburg’s water challengesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:22

Budget Speech: Is Treasury overstepping its boundaries?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/12

Africa Melane speaks to economist Lisette Ijssel de Schepper about Treasury’s role in shaping expenditure, what it means for service delivery, and how it impacts you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:08

Health: Tobacco industry targets Africa’s youth

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/12

Africa Melane speaks to Prof. Ayo-Yusuf who exposes the health risks, industry tactics, and policy gaps enabling marketing nicotine alternatives to Africa’s youth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:05

Fitness: Which province wins the title of best sleepers?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/12

World Sleep Day is observed annually on the Friday before the March Equinox, and in 2025, it falls on March 14. A recent Sloom sleep study reveals which South African province gets the most sleep—but does more sleep actually mean better rest, or is quality the real winner? Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen dives into the findings with insights from Rudo Kemp, Founder & CEO of Sloom, exploring the biggest sleep disruptors, caffeine’s surprising

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6:28

Trade Unions Unite to Challenge Budget Cuts

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/11

Guest:Barry James Mitchell | NEHAWU Parliamentary Officer Trade unions, including COSATU, SAFTU & NEHAWU, are marching on March 12 to reject budget cuts and VAT hikes. They demand fair wages, higher taxes on the rich & protection of social grants. Africa Melane speaks to NEHAWU ahead of the budget speechSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:37

Soweto Taxi Conflict

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/11

Two pedestrians have lost their lives in Soweto after a JMPD vehicle crashed during a taxi blockade linked to a longstanding route dispute. Africa Melane speaks to National Taxi Alliance Spokesperson, Theo Malele.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:46

MSC Musica docks in Cape Town

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/11

MSC Musica is docking in Cape Town on 12 March 2025. Africa Melane and MSC’s MD, Ross Volk reflect about this year’s cruising season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:05

How the Players’ Fund & Absa Cape Epic 2025 are...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/11

Join fitness presenter & mental fitness coach, Liezel van der Westhuizen, as she explores how Mark Kritzinger & The Players’ Fund are using the Absa Cape Epic 2025 to support injured rugby players. Discover the inspiring #Ride4Rugby initiative, the challenges of endurance cycling, and how sport can drive social change. Get involved & make an impact!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:41

What the US Exit Means for SA’s Just Energy Transition

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/10

Guest:Matthew Cruise | Energy Expert at Impower The US exits South Africa’s R168.7 billion energy transition deal, but the plan moves forward. Africa Melane speaks to energy expert at Impower, Matthew Cruise to discuss the way forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:25

Previewing the 2025 Budget Speech

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/10

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana defends a VAT hike to sustain social grants, sparking a heated political debate. With economic pressures mounting and coalition tensions rising, will South Africa’s budget speech provide clarity or deepen divisions? Africa Melane speaks to Carika Middelburg, Risk Analyst at the Centre for Risk Analysis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:03

Property: The Top 6 trending provinces in South Africa

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/10

Five inland regions and one coastal province are trending as top property choices in South Africa. Africa Melane speaks to Luxury Property Expert, Victor Ngomane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:42

Fitness: Cape Town Cycle Tour recap

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/10

The 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour delivered unforgettable moments, from Tyler Lange’s historic win to Pia Grünewald’s daring solo attack that rewrote the record books. Fitness presenter & mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen explores the highlights, expert training insights, and why this event remains a bucket-list experience for cycling fans across the globeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:26

Gearing up for The Cape Town Cycle Tour this weekend

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/07

Guest: David Bellairs | Director at The Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust Cape Town gears up to welcome cyclists for the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour. Africa Melane speaks to David Bellairs, Director at The Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust ahead of the race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:07

The state of Johannesburg’s infrastructure crisis

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/07

Johannesburg’s infrastructure is in crisis, and with the G20 Summit approaching, the pressure is on. Can the city turn things around in time? Africa Melane chats with an urban sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:51

The Fitness Guide: Fun, Fabulous & Fit for All

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/07

Liezel van der Westhuizen, brings you the ultimate list of the most exciting, family-friendly, and inclusive fitness events for the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:43

NPO: Lunch Box Theatre using theatre as a medium to...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/07

Join Africa Melane as he chats with Stuart Palmer about the power of storytelling and the incredible journey of Lunchbox Theatre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:51

Watch out! Tow truck drivers staging very convincing...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/06

Africa Melane speak to SAMBRA’s National Director, Juan Hanekom on the news that truck drivers staging very convincing scams to fleece motorists out of thousandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:25

Women in Business 2025 Report: a young woman starting...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/06

Africa Melane interviews Agnes Dire, Board Chairperson and Director at SNG Grant Thornton on their Women in Business 2025 Report revealing that gender parity in senior management will only be achieved by 2051See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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