Finance: The hidden cost of dipping into your retirement savings

Africa Melane and Old Mutual Senior Programme Manager, Massing Thabo Hollo explores how repeated withdrawals from the two-pot retirement system may offer short-term relief but can significantly reduce long-term savings. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk …

Finance: SMEs under the spotlight at Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa

Africa Melane speaks to Standard Bank ahead of its “Keep Growing” session at the Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa 2026, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The discussion explores financial health for small businesses, from managing cash flow and accessing funding t…

Finance: Reverse Emigration: Why South Africans Are Coming Home

After years of brain drain, is South Africa seeing a brain gain? More South Africans are packing their bags and heading home. Africa Melane chats to Sean Kelly about what’s behind this reverse emigration trend and what it could mean for the country’s future. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 7…

Finance: South Africans carry debt up to eight times their earnings

Africa Melane speaks to Dehan Scherman from National Debt Advisors about how debt has become a survival tool for many South Africans, with low-income households now owing up to eight times their monthly income Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Expe…

Finance: The cost of getting it wrong, understanding car insurance cover

Africa Melane speaks to Wynand Van Vuuren, client experience partner at King Price, about how car insurance premiums are determined, the risks of underinsurance, and the key factors South African motorists should consider to ensure they’re adequately covered Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 7…

Finance: Investing in Agribusiness

One of the more unusual places you could consider for substantial investment and entrepreneurial opportunities is South Africa's agribusiness sector. But accessing capital in this sector is not as simple as pitching a good idea. Africa Melane speaks to Leigh Lambrechts, Corporate Partner at Webber …

Finance: Tax Year-End: Is your retirement plan on track?

Only 9% of South Africans save at least 10% of their income, according to JustMoney. With the tax year ending on 28 February, experts urge households to top up retirement annuities, maximise tax-free savings, and Only 9% of South Africans save at least 10% of their income, according to JustMoney. W…

Finance: Turning financial fear into financial freedom in 2026

Africa Melane speaks to Damon Sivitilli, CEO of Vantage Debt Management, about the behaviours and practical steps that can help South Africans budget better, reduce debt, build savings and create long term financial stability in 2026. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s earl…

Finance: Is a Maternal Support Grant a smart social investment?

Ahead of SONA, Africa Melane speaks to Senior ECD Coordinator at Equality Collective, Tshepo Mantje as calls are growing for a Maternal Support Grant Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morni…

Finance: Buy now pay later booms in South Africa

Buy Now Pay Later is rapidly growing in South Africa, offering flexible payment options but raising concerns about hidden debt, credit score impacts and limited regulation. Africa Melane speaks to Dehan Scherman from Financial Wealth Holdings about the opportunities and risks behind the BNPL boom. …