



Fitness: Why winter doesn’t have to derail your fitness goals
Africa Melane speaks to Kopano Marumo, a fitness trainer, about beating the winter workout slump, building consistency through routine, and simple, creative ways to stay active even from home. Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen and Bur…

Fitness: The fitness events everyone is talking about
Explore top fitness events, workouts, and wellness experiences happening this weekend in Gauteng and the Western Cape. Fitness presenter Liezel van der Westhuizen shares simple, fun ways to stay active and motivated. Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel v…

Fitness: Can 50 jumps in the morning improve your health?
Is jumping 50 times each morning enough to improve your health? Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen to discuss the physical and mental effects of short bouts of high-impact exercise, including bone density, circulation, and mood benefit…

Fitness: South African entrepreneur transforms young lives through sport
Burton Francis is not just crafting award-winning wines. The former professional rugby player is building a legacy of impact through the Francis Academy, a powerful initiative supporting youth development in Paarl through rugby training, education, and pathways into the wine industry. Africa Melan…

Fitness: How small daily steps can help fund breast cancer screenings
Looking for your next fitness challenge or goal? The I Love Boobies 120 Challenge is getting people moving while raising all-important funds for breast cancer screenings in underserved communities. Africa Melane speaks with fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen ab…

Fitness: Liezel’s weekend fitness guide — Inspiration to get you moving
Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen to unpack her top fitness picks for the weekend. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you early mornin…

Fitness: What Vitamin C actually does for your skin
Vitamin C is one of the most researched topical ingredients known for supporting brighter-looking skin. But is it worth the hype? Africa Melane speaks to fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen, and Nip+Fab Managing Director Michael Hume about the importance of vita…

Fitness: Primal movement explained — The fitness trend going back to our roots
Primal movement workouts, which combine shamanistic expression and animalistic movements. , are gaining popularity in the fitness world. Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen, and Robyn Wilkinson, editor of Holistica, to unpack primal mo…

Fitness: The overlooked tuberculosis symptoms South Africans are ignoring
Tuberculosis is often misunderstood as a disease of the past, yet it remains one of the most dangerous infectious diseases globally and a major health challenge in South Africa. Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen, and Dis-Chem clinical…

Fitness: How technology is making South Africa’s beaches safer
Innovative solutions to real-world problems are often born out of passion and perseverance. Africa Melane is joined by fitness enthusiast and mental wellness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen, and Paul Larson, a patrol officer from Clifton Life Saving Club, to discuss their innovative Beach Safe Tr…