



Sport: Proteas begin another World Cup chase as T20 kicks off
Guest: Jeremy Fredericks | Cricket Commentator Africa Melane speaks to cricket commentator Jeremy Fredericks about the drama, favourites and Proteas prospects as the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experie…

70 000 grants stopped as SASSA intensifies checks
Africa Melane speaks to SASSA Head of Communications Paseka Letsatsi about the suspension of thousands of social grants and what beneficiaries need to do next. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the e…

NPO: Women powering the future of mining
Africa Melane speaks to Women in Mining South Africa President Mogaleadi Seabela about the state of gender transformation in the mining sector, the challenges women still face, and what needs to change to build a more inclusive industry. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s e…

Fitness fun for everybody, your weekly Fitness Guide with Liezel
Get ready for a weekly dose of fitness fun with our spirited fitness aficionado, Liezel van der Westhuizen! She’s not just a back runner; she’s our enthusiastic participant and chief motivator, bringing you the scoop on the most fascinating, family-friendly activities and fitness experiences that k…

SAUS calls for the scrapping of university application fees
Guest: Dr Thato Masekoa | Spokesperson for The South African Union of Students (SAUS) Africa Melane speaks to SAUS spokesperson Dr Thato Masekoa about growing calls to scrap university application fees, with student unions warning the charges are an early barrier to higher education for poor and r…

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. …

Why most New Year’s resolutions fail even before February
Why do New Year’s resolutions fail before February? Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to explain the science behind habit failure, motivation myths, and what proven research shows actually helps people succeed with health, fitness, and wellness…

DA’s Steenhuisen set to speak amid exit speculation
Guest: Hlumelo Xaba | Political analyst The DA’s leadership race faces a possible turning point as John Steenhuisen is expected to step aside ahead of the party’s April congress. What does this mean for the balance of power inside the DA and its future direction? Africa Melane is in conversation w…

GDE explains late scholar transport payments and funding shifts impacting quintile 5 schools
Africa Melane speaks to Steve Mabona from the Gauteng Department of Education about late payments to scholar transport providers and the 64% funding reduction hitting quintile 5 schools, and what this means for learners and schools across the province. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s a…

World Cancer Day: Turning awareness into action
Africa Melane will speak to CANSA on World Cancer Day about cancer awareness, prevention, early detection and the realities of living with the disease in South Africa, as well as the support available to patients and their families. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early …