Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit
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…Social links:
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Binge-watching options this weekend: The Four Seasons, Widow’s Bay, Not Suitable for Work
In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? Lester Kiewit chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: The Four Seasons (Season 2) (Netflix) Widow’s Bay (AppleTV) Not Suitable for Work (Disney+) Good Morning Cape…
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The Bottom of the Week with Tyrone Fisher: Battle of the great whites
This week’s The Bottom of the Week with Tyrone Fisher looks at the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup; police in Bellville seize counterfeit goods valued at R98million. Tyrone speaks to Lester Kiewit about the week’s biggest stories, blending satire, social commentary, and everyday South African frus…
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A World View from London: Trump says deal with Iran close to being finalised
US President Donald Trump once again says a deal with Iran to end the conflict and re-open the Strait of Hormuz is close to being finalised; Britain loses two defence ministers who accuse the Prime Minister of failing to spend enough on defence and failing to keep the country safe, climate experts …
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Mr President, hear my voice
Lester Kiewit speaks to 13-year-old Cape Town learner Lunathi, who has made a powerful plea to president Cyril Ramaphosa to address the scourge of bullying, which is destroying young lives, while authorities appear ill-equipped to deal with the problem. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit…
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June 16: Finishing what we started
Lester Kiewit speaks to Seth Mazibuko, who at 16 was the youngest student leader of the June 16 uprising in 1976. They discuss his ongoing mission; finishing what he and his friends and comrades started five decades ago; and the new challenges that have arisen in that time. Good Morning Cape To…
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Cyber sense, making sense of scams: Tiktok data breach leaves billions vulnerable
Boikokobetso Makhetloane, also known as Mr Fingerz, a cybersecurity expert, educator, trainer, and TikTok content creator, breaks down the latest cybercrime trends and how to stay safe Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is you…
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Mexico pips South Africa in World Cup opener
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is now underway, with co-hosts Mexico beating South Africa in their opening group game. Lester Kiewit speaks to Ivan Pech, a writer from Mexico who is currently based in New York, to discuss the performance of both teams. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a po…
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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Heavy rains take toll on rarest of great apes
7% of the world’s rarest great ape is wiped out by heavy rains in Indonesia; the world’s smallest republic reclaims its name and identity; World Cup fever down under. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTal…
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Mexico meets Mzansi: A Mexican Capetonian's view of the World Cup opener
Ahead of the FIFA World Cup opening match between Mexico and South Africa, Lester Kiewit speaks to Mexican-born Cape Town content creator Rodolfo Tilu, better known as TILO Mexican Bru. Having built a loyal following through his humorous observations of South African life, food and culture, Rodolfo…
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RMB Africa Focus
It is the 5th season of the RMB Africa Focus, and this week the focus turns to Africa as a whole. Africa remains one of the world’s fastest-growing regions – despite global instability.. Lester Kiewit is joined by award-winning journalist, Crystal Orderson, to discuss Africa’s growth which is expec…
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