Early Breakfast with Africa Melane
South Africa's changing political landscape (Part 2)
Dr Ongama Mtimka, political analyst, joins us to unpack the ANC’s declining support, ActionSA’s gains in Gauteng and the coalition negotiations that could shape the future leadership of South Africa’s major metros. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show.…
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What lessons can South Africa take from the 2026 elections?
Africa Melane speaks to Tokologo Ramodibe, Senior Programme Assistant at the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa (EISA), about the organisation's work in promoting credible elections and sustainable democracy across the continent. They reflect on South Africa's 2026 Local Govern…
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South Africa awaits as the IEC works to finalise election results
Guest: Fikile Moya | General Manager of Communications at the IEC Africa Melane speaks to Fikile Moya, General Manager of Communications at the IEC, about the 2026 Local Government Elections, reflecting on how voting unfolded nationally, voter turnout, the progress of the counting process and the …
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Electoral Commission's Provincial Electoral Officer, Thabo Masamola, shares insights into the voting process and the challenges that came with it.
With a record number of political parties and candidates on the ballot, the Commission had to adapt to ensure a smooth voting experience for citizens. The elections in Gauteng were deemed a success, with no major incidents reported. However, some voting districts experienced long waiting times, wi…
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The Provincial MEC for Infrastructure in the Western Cape Government, Tasha Simmers, shares her thoughts on the recent local government election
Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle …
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South Africa's changing political landscape
Africa Melane speaks to political analyst Dr Ongama Mtimka about the changing political landscape following the 2026 local government elections, growing dissatisfaction with established political parties, the rise of smaller political formations and what an increasingly coalition-driven political s…
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Sandy MacDonald - gives us a glimpse into Action SA's historic participation in the local government elections
As the local government elections unfold, the excitement is palpable. The behind the scenes to the Provincial Results Centre, where we meet Sandy MacDonald, a key figure in Action SA's election efforts. With the party participating in the Western Cape for the first time, the stakes are high, and t…
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Defend Our Democracy reflects on the 2026 Local Government Elections
Africa Melane speaks to the Executive Director of Defend Our Democracy, Wade Manning. They unpack the organisation's assessment of the 2026 local government elections, its work to protect democratic participation and why building a culture of active citizenship is essential to holding elected leade…
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The youth vote and the future of local government
Africa Melane speaks to Project Coordinator of my.voice, a programme at Engage South Africa, Mbulelo Gobo, about empowering young people through civic education and leadership development, and encouraging them to become informed, active citizens Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and Cape…
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US midterms: What happens if Republicans lose control of Congress?
Africa Melane speaks to US policy expert Brooks Spector about the 2026 US midterm elections, as Americans vote in a crucial test of Donald Trump's second presidency. Could Democrats regain control of Congress, and what would that mean for Trump's remaining two years in office? Early Breakfast with…
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