Guest: Masebe Qina | Journalist at Soccer Laduma Africa Melane speaks to Soccer Laduma ’s Masebe Qina about Banyana Banyana’s bumpy road to WAFCON 2025 and why Group C is shaping up to be one of the toughest. 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 li...
Jul 04, 2025•6 min
Grant fraud crackdown. SASSA is reviewing 210,000 beneficiaries who may have failed to disclose income. Africa Melane speaks to Paseka Letsatsi on what this means for social grant recipients, and how to stay compliant. 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...
Jul 04, 2025•17 min
REVIVE CEO Mark Myerson joins Africa Melane to debunk hydration myths and explain why the right electrolytes are key to better health, performance, and longevity. Learn how this South African-born brand is helping thousands rethink what — and when — they drink 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 th...
Jul 04, 2025•10 min
Dennis Stander, founder of Men Stand Tall NPC, joins Africa Melane to share how his organisation is transforming the lives of boys and men through storytelling, mentorship, and creative interventions — and invites you to be part of their upcoming “Karaoke Oldskool & Laughter” fundraiser on 13 Sept 2025 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 po...
Jul 04, 2025•7 min
Guest: Dr Ferrial Adam | Executive Manager at WaterCAN Unsafe drinking water in our schools is a national crisis. Nearly half the schools tested by WaterCAN showed bacterial contamination in their water. Africa Melane speaks with Dr. Ferrial Adam about what this means for education, health, and human rights in South Africa. 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,...
Jul 03, 2025•8 min
Africa Melane speaks to Serona Johnson a Short-Term Insurance Specialist at Consult by Momentum about the growing importance of short-term insurance. 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcast...
Jul 03, 2025•7 min
Africa Melane speaks to podiatrist, Nelfrie Kemp to unpack everything you need to know about foot health. From choosing the right socks and shoes to avoiding injury and speeding up recovery, this is a must-listen for anyone hitting the pavement. 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 als...
Jul 03, 2025•11 min
Guest: Colonel Andre Traut| Western Cape Police Spokesperson Africa Melane speaks to Western Cape Police Spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut to understand the recent violence in Gugulethu. 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 sphere and the...
Jul 02, 2025•7 min
Africa Melane speaks with Prof. Patrick Bond on South Africa’s urgent bid to delay Trump’s steep tariffs. With a 9th July deadline looming, they unpack the economic stakes, political tensions, and whether Pretoria can strike a deal in time to protect jobs and key exports. 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...
Jul 02, 2025•9 min
Africa Melane speaks to Zodwa Sithole about the urgent need to fix SA’s cancer care crisis and revive the national strategy that could save lives. 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted ...
Jul 02, 2025•9 min
Africa Melane talks to fitness expert Vincent De Jager about how active recovery—like walking, swimming, or yoga—can actually help muscles heal faster and keep you on track. 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 sphere and the Arts. All th...
Jul 02, 2025•9 min
Guest: Stephan de Wet | Chairperson Financial Planning Institute's Tax Competency Committee Africa Melane talks to tax expert Stephan de Wet about SARS' new eFiling system—faster, easier, but not without risks. Should you accept your auto-assessment at face value? 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 o...
Jul 01, 2025•7 min
Africa Melane interviews Dumisani Qwebe from the Nyanga Community Policing Forum amid a violent week in Cape Town, following the tragic double murder in Nyanga. Police investigations continue as the community grapples with ongoing gun violence and calls for stronger safety measures 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...
Jul 01, 2025•9 min
Kele Lekalake, CEO of Harvey World Travel, joins Africa Melane to unpack the magic of winter safaris – from wildlife wonders to travel tips 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you...
Jul 01, 2025•8 min
Fitness coach Mark Dingle joins Africa Melane to unpack Jeffing — the run-walk technique helping runners train smarter, stay injury-free, and go the distance. 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews ar...
Jul 01, 2025•11 min
Guest: Hlumelo Xaba | Political Analyst GNU in crisis? Wasanga Mehana speaks with political analyst Hlumelo Xaba about the firing of Andrew Whitfield, the DA’s backlash, and what this means for the future of political unity in SA. 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 chatti...
Jun 30, 2025•8 min
Digital transformation isn’t just about adopting new systems—it starts with understanding and optimizing data and processes. Business Improvement Specialist Asanga Mehana joins Wasanga Mehana in conversation to unpack how organizations can build sustainable digital futures by putting people at the heart of every change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2025•11 min
Want your home to stand out and sell faster? Join Wasanga Mehana in conversation with Century 21 CEO Eva August as they unpack the top tips that turn browsers into buyers. From curb appeal to clever pricing—learn how to sell smarter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2025•6 min
Join Wasanga Mehana as he chats with fitness coach Leroy Maluka about how staying active can transform your body and mind at any age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2025•6 min
Guest: Jan De Koning | Editor at Rugby 365 The Springboks face the Barbarians for the first time on South African soil. Wasanga Mehana speaks to Editor at Rugby 365, Jan De Koning. 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 sphere and the Arts....
Jun 27, 2025•10 min
As Youth Month draws to a close, Wasanga Mehana speaks to Nyiko Mgiba, one of South Africa’s official delegates to the Y20 Summit 2025, the official youth engagement group of the G20. 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 sphere and the Ar...
Jun 27, 2025•8 min
Wasanga Mehana speaks with Margot Jansen, the founder of Isabelo, a non-profit born from a simple but powerful truth: no child can learn on an empty stomach. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation about purpose, community, and the transformative power of a nutritious meal. 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 ma...
Jun 27, 2025•9 min
Wasanga Mehana speaks to Liezel van der Westhuizen who brings you, your weekend fitness guide. 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listen...
Jun 27, 2025•7 min
Guest: Ricardo Teixeira | Defence Analyst and Junior Editor at ProtectionWeb How ready is South Africa for a world at war? Wasanga Mehana speaks to defence analyst Ricardo Teixeira about the country’s military readiness, risks, and role in a global conflict. 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 ...
Jun 26, 2025•9 min
Wasanga Mehana speaks with Chris Hattingh the Executive Director at the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA) about South Africa’s growing debt crisis. 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 sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted fo...
Jun 26, 2025•8 min
Most South Africans can’t afford to retire—and many don’t even know it. Wasanga Mehana sits down with Prem Govender to unpack the shocking reality: low savings, poor advice, and early withdrawals are sinking retirement dreams fast 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 chatti...
Jun 26, 2025•7 min
Mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen tests NeuroVIZR—an 11-minute brain-training device promising better sleep, focus & energy using light therapy. Forget pills and meditation apps—this Test It Out Thursday, mental fitness coach and endurance athlete Liezel van der Westhuizen tries the NeuroVIZR, a cutting-edge device that uses light and sound therapy to improve sleep, focus, and reduce stress in just minutes a day. Liezel shares her honest experience with this wearable wellness to...
Jun 26, 2025•11 min
Guest: Matthew Cruise | Energy expert at IMPOWER Johannesburg and Eskom resolve a R3.2bn dispute through mediation, avoiding power cuts and extra tariffs. Mayor Morero and Minister Ramokgopa say this model could reshape how SA handles R370bn in municipal energy debt. Wasanga Mehana speaks to Matthew Cruise, Energy expert at IMPOWER. 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, ...
Jun 25, 2025•14 min
Guest: Nomusa Cembi | Media Officer at SADTU (The South African Democratic Teachers Union) How safe are our schools? A new Safe Schools Protocol launches to fight violence in SA classrooms. Ministers call it a “shared commitment” to protecting pupils. Wasanga Mehana speaks to SADTU’s media officer Nomusa Cembi to get her reaction. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, busi...
Jun 25, 2025•8 min
Guest: Euodia Samson |Actress, Author & Wellness practitioner In her debut health and wellness cookbook, Heal Your Gut, actress and wellness advocate Euodia Samson shares her personal journey to reclaiming health and wellness with Wasanga Mehana. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk 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 ...
Jun 25, 2025•10 min
