Early Breakfast with Africa Melane
UNICEF backs South African coding readiness programme
A coding education programme that began as a research project in Gqeberha is now receiving global recognition. Tangible Africa, run by the Leva Foundation and developed with Nelson Mandela University, has been accepted into UNICEF’s Learning Cabinet — highlighting its impact in teaching coding and …
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Fitness Fiesta for All Fitness Fanatics: Exploring Exciting, Energetic Exercise Extravaganzas
From back-of-the-pack champs to front-row fitness junkies — this guide is for YOU. Each week, our resident fitness fanatic, Liezel van der Westhuizen — motivator, back-runner, and lover of all things active — shares the most exciting, accessible, and joy-filled events happening near you. Whether yo…
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Understanding the National Council of Provinces
Guest: Les Govender | The Deputy Chairperson of the NCOP To honour the passing of Mosiuoa Patrick “Terror” Lekota, the founding Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Africa Melane speaks to Les Govender, the Deputy Chairperson at NCOP to learn more about this body and its functi…
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Bolt becomes first major e-hailing service to officially register under SA’s newly implemented transport regulations
Bolt has become the first major e-hailing platform to officially register under South Africa’s new transport regulations, receiving its Certificate of Registration from the National Public Transport Regulator. But what does this mean for drivers and riders? Africa Melane speaks to Simo Kalajdzic | …
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Fitness: Resistance Bands vs Dumbbells: The Truth About What Actually Builds Strength Faster
Are resistance bands or dumbbells better for strength training? Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen explains the science behind muscle growth, progressive overload, safety, and how to choose the right equipment for real results. Evidence based fitness insights for s…
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South Africa’s infrastructure crisis, from classrooms to construction sites
Guest: Mark Fugard | Vice President at Master Builders South Africa Africa Melane speaks to Mark Fugard, Vice President at Master Builders South Africa, about the deadly Ormonde building collapse near FNB Stadium and the shocking confirmation by the Department of Basic Education that 3 523 schools…
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Farmers challenge FMD vaccine rules as outbreak spreads to all 9 provinces
FMD has spread nationwide, prompting farmers to take the government to court. Africa Melane speaks to SAAI CEO Francois Rossouw about why private vaccination is essential and how the legal challenge seeks to protect both herds and livelihoods. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTa…
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World Obesity Day: How to navigate childhood obesity
This World Obesity Day, Africa Melane sits down with Juanita Khumalo to explore childhood obesity, wellness, and difficult family conversations. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning ne…
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Cape Town Cycle Tour: Your guide to mental strength and race day success
Mental fitness and race day strategies for the Cape Town Cycle Tour. Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen shares expert guidance on mindset, pacing, nutrition, and performance techniques grounded in sports science to help riders perform with confidence on race day E…
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Cabinet backs new labour laws
Guest: Lisa Szöke (pronounced Zer-kah) | Associate Director at Guy & Associates Incorporated Easier dismissals, doubled retrenchment pay and new rights for gig workers. Africa Melane speaks to Lisa Szöke about Cabinet’s sweeping labour law reforms and what they could mean for South Africa’s workpl…
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