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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

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6:54

Fitness: Can ice baths improve your performance?

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/28

Personal trainer Matthew Cornish joins Africa Melane to break down the pros and cons of cold water immersion. Is it the ultimate recovery tool, or are the risks too high?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:50

South Africa ranked most dangerous country to drive in

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/27

Guest:Lucky Molaudzi | General Manager for Road Safety Partnership South Africa South Africa ranked the most dangerous country to drive in. What’s causing this crisis, and can it be fixed? Africa Melane speaks to Road Safety Partnership South Africa to unpack the safety on our roads. deadly roadsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

Human trafficking crisis in SA

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/27

Over 50 foreign nationals have escaped from an alleged human trafficking house in Lombardy East, Johannesburg. Africa Melane speaks to Criminologist and National Coordinator at Missing Children South Africa, Bianca van Aswegen about the rise of human trafficking in South AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:21

How African content creators can build a sustainable...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/27

Africa Melane speaks to Pieter Groenewald, Founder and CEO of Nfinity Influencer, on the rise of content creator economies across AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:16

Fitness: Unleashing high-energy fun for fitness...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/27

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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6:51

Border & Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum announced

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/26

Guest:David Peddle | Director at Apollo Risk Solutions Home Affairs is stepping up its anti-corruption fight with AI-driven visas, digital IDs, and a crackdown on fraud. Minister Leon Schreiber calls tech "our greatest ally" in uprooting corrupt syndicates. But will this be enough to fix South Africa’s immigration system? Africa Melane speaks to David Peddle, Director at Apollo Risk Solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:21

Eskom warns of loadshedding risk & experts predict a...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/26

South Africa’s power giant is losing ground as demand drops, industries move away, alternative energy rises and announcements of a possible loadshedding. Africa Melane speaks to Energy expert at Impower, Matthew Cruise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:32

Health: The ongoing fight against TB

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/26

March marks Tuberculosis (TB) Month, a time to raise awareness about one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases. Africa Melane speaks to Professor Renier Coetzee Associate Professor at the University of the Western Cape’s School of Public Health. The conversation highlights the efforts of fighting this disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:13

Riding for more than medals: Cape Town’s Cycle Tour...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/26

Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins us to spotlight the heart behind the handlebars in South Africa’s most iconic cycling race. Liezel unpacks how the Cape Town Cycle Tour became a force for good — raising over R565,000. You'll discover how every pedal stroke can support a cause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:56

Sport: World Cup Qualifier - South Africa v Benin

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/25

Guest: Vuyani Joni | Editor at Soccer Laduma Africa Melane speaks with Vuyani Joni, Editor at Soccer Laduma, to preview Bafana Bafana’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin in AbidjanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:12

The joy of experience-driven travel

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/25

Africa Melane speaks to Gail Strauss, Chief Experiences Officer at CURIOCITY about exciting experience driven travels in South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:11

Unlocking the power of plant-based diets in sports

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/25

Join fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen, along with Dr. Koopmann from Doppelherz, on Cape Talk and 702’s Early Breakfast with Africa Melane as they explore how athletes can thrive on a plant-based diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:12

South Africa experiences over 60 hijackings a Day

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/24

Join Africa Melane as he speaks to Eugene Herbert, CEO of MasterDrive about the rising epidemic, its mental toll, and how South Africans can protect themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:08

Property: Repo rate stays steady

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/24

The SARB keeps the repo rate at 7.5%, leaving the prime rate at 11%. While some hoped for a reduction to boost affordability, the decision reflects global uncertainty and inflation risks. What does this mean for SA’s property market? Africa Melane speaks to Rasibe Maapola from Lesso Estate for insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:51

How sweating impacts your skin health

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/24

Discover the surprising benefits of sweating for your skin, from hydration and detoxification to boosting collagen production—join fitness expert Liezel van der Westhuizen and Dr. Judey Pretorius for insights on maintaining glowing, healthy skin through exercise and sweat management!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:22

Sport: World Cup Qualifier - South Africa v Lesotho

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/21

Guest:Vuyani Joni | Editor at Soccer Laduma Africa Melane speaks to Vuyani Joni, Editor at Soccer Laduma about South Africa’s crucial World Cup qualifiers. Can Bafana Bafana claim points against Lesotho this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:09

Celebrating Human Rights Day with the Justice Desk

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/21

On Human Rights Day, we celebrate over a decade of empowering everyday activists, mentoring young leaders, and driving change across Africa. Join Africa Melane in conversation with Nicholas Tlatlane as they discuss JDA’s impact and the exciting plans ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:40

NPO: NSPCA tireless efforts protecting animals across...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/21

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible work the NSPCA is doing—rescuing animals, fighting for justice, and making South Africa a better place for all creatures. Africa Melane speaks to Jacques Peacock, Communications Manager for National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to AnimalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:54

Get your heart pumping with family-friendly fitness...

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/21

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.

en-US

6:31

The dilemma of Essential Services protesting

Early Breakfast with Africa Melane ·

2025/03/20

Guest: Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru) President |Thulani Ngwenya EMPD officers took to the streets in an unlawful strike, disrupting major roads across Ekurhuleni. But what drove emergency workers to this point? Africa Melane speaks to Popcru’s President to unpack their demands, the legal constraints on EMS personnel, and the City’s response. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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