Best African Tech Conversations Podcasts (2026)

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UK Businesses Warned After Surge in Supply-Chain Cyber Attacks 4:37

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2h ago4:37

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- UK Business Warned After Surge in Supply-Chain Cyber Attacks - Cybersecurity Skills Gap Widens Despite Rising Threats - Data Privacy Fines Climb as Regulators Tighten Enforcement Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard. …

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Jaguar Land Rover August Breach:- Employee Data Breach Confirmed Compromised 5:14

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- JLR’s Employee Data Breach Confirmed - Cloud Misconfiguration Leaves African SMEs Exposed - Healthcare Still a Prime Ransomware Target - Fintech Fraud Attempts Spike Ahead of PayDay Weekend. Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate…

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Consumer Talk: How to navigate Airports and Flights for the holidays 45:03

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how to make your flights and your airport experience better this holiday season. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former jour…

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Consumer Talk: Fee increases in fixed-term contracts 39:57

27d ago39:57

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about fee increases in fixed-term contracts. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast…

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Consumer Talk: Unpacking monthly rental agency admin fees 37:37

1M ago37:37

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the legality of a rental agency charging a monthly admin fee to tenants. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist,…

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Consumer Talk: Avoiding the Black Friday scams 36:53

1M ago36:53

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how to avoid getting scammed during the Black Friday sales. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and wa…

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Credit Where It’s Due: Turning Africa’s Risk Perception Into Resilience 30:41

1M ago30:41

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In this episode, we take a closer look "Inside the Raise" with Isha Doshi, Co-Founder, Partner & CFO, TLG Capital, about the evolution and transformative potential of private credit in Africa. How can disciplined structuring and impact-focused lending deliver strong returns whilst reshaping global perceptions of African investment risk?…

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Building the Invisible Infrastructure: Kuunda’s Journey to Powering Africa’s Digital Lending Revolution 38:43

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In this episode, we dive "Inside the Deal" with Bruce Nsereko-Lule, General Partner at Seedstars Africa Ventures, and Andrew Milne, Group Co-CEO of Kuunda, to unpack one of Africa’s most compelling fintech success stories.

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Supply Chain Pain Across The Midlands 4:12

1M ago4:12

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- JLR’s Cyber Shutdown Turns Costly - Revenue Drop from the Fallout - UK Economy Takes a Hit Too - Supply Chain Pain Across the Midlands - A Lesson in Economic Security. Support the show Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeg…

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Consumer Talk: How to check quality of online product 36:39

2M ago36:39

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how to read online product listings to properly understand what you’re getting. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former jour…

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Consumer Talk: Cancelling a cell phone contract 40:23

2M ago40:23

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how difficult it is to cancel a cell phone contract. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water spo…

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Consumer Talk: Service bots could alienate customers 37:39

2M ago37:39

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how digital solutions can have the effect of alienating customers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker …

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Capita Fined £14 Million For Lapse in Governance 3:25

2M ago3:25

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- Capita Fined £14 Million For Lapse in Governance - Hackers Explore SharePoint Vulnerability. - Nuclear Site Breach - AWS Outage Ripple Effect On Major Websites. - NCSC Reports Rise In Cyber Attacks In UK. - Supply Chain Gets New Rules/Guidelines By US Authority. Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or err…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – Pitfalls of getting your car towed 39:24

2M ago39:24

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the pitfalls of getting your car towed. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast…

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Consumer Talk: Fine print on contracts 36:43

3M ago36:43

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about reading the fine print in contracts. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pi…

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Consumer Talk: Travel insurance exclusion extended to family member 40:05

3M ago40:05

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about travel insurance exclusions which were extended to a family member of the insured traveller. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented b…

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Consumer Talk: How unscrupulous contractors take advantage of elderly customers 34:54

3M ago34:54

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about listeners concerns with the main topic a look at how unscrupulous contractors take advantage of elderly customers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. T…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler: Second-hand car purchases 34:47

3M ago34:47

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about second-hand car purchases and all the things that can go wrong, plus listener questions. Wendy and Pippa are also joined by Andrew Travers of FirstCheck. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time…

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Government Pledges Remuneration for JLR Cyber Attack Victims 3:28

3M ago3:28

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- Government Pledges Remuneration for JLR Cyber Attack Victims . - Dutch Cyber Attack: Latest Updates and Global Repercussions - African Banks Tighten Defenses Amid Rising Ransomware Threats. - UN Warns of Escalating Cybersecurity Risks in Developing Nations. - Experts Debate: Is Africa Ready for AI-Driven Cyber Threats? Support the show Remember..…

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Consumer Talk: Beware using AI to fight your consumer battles 41:02

3M ago41:02

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how using AI-generated information to fight your consumer battles could cause problems. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by form…

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' Inside the Exit' Health Horizons: Lessons from an Impact Exit with Leapfrog Investments 46:52

3M ago46:52

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LeapFrog Investments recently completed its exit from Goodlife Pharmacy, East Africa’s largest retail pharmacy platform, marking a significant milestone in the region's healthcare sector. Under LeapFrog's guidance since 2017, Goodlife expanded from 19 to 150 stores, serving over 2 million consumers annually. The acquisition by CFAO Healthcare, a su…

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Sit Down Conversation With Joan Nwafor - A Cybersecurity/GRC Consultant and Awareness Strategist 34:11

3M ago34:11

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Had a great and insightful conversation with Joan about her journey, the challenges, and achievements. We also touched on creating her initiative, "Cyberlingo," starting "CyberTalks With Jojo" and how these are shaping individuals. From her membership program in CyberGirls to what she's up to lately. Bet you are going to love this laid-back convers…

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Ripple Effect Continues As A Result of The JLR Cyber Attack 4:17

3M ago4:17

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- Ripple Effects Continue As a Result of The JLR Cyber Attack. - Fallout From JLR Cyber Breach. - Heathrow Data Breach Concerns. - Global & African Cybersecurity Pulse. Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard. Stay Informe…

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Beyond Search: Google's Blueprint in Driving Business Growth in West Africa. 35:50

4M ago35:50

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Want to build a business that lasts a lifetime? 🚀 In a recent Insights Edge podcast, Olumide Balogun, Director of Google West Africa, shares the ultimate secret: passing the Toothbrush Test. This means crafting a product so essential it’s a daily must-have for users across Africa and beyond. From ensuring accessibility and affordability to rooting …

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Our Diaspora: Money. Language. Culture. 49:32

3M ago49:32

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Send us a text On Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb welcomes Konko Ba (Wolof, Senegal) and Nafessah Wazir (Harari, Ethiopia) for a culture-first conversation on how language shapes money—how we name saving and risk, why family support spans the U.S. and back home, and what “safe” assets really mean across the diaspora. From sou-sou/tontines to remittance…

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From Locker Room to Wall Street: Walter Stith on Winning with Money 34:16

3M ago34:16

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Send us a text Guest: Walter Stith — former NFL player. Now Morgan Stanley financial advisor Theme: locker-room discipline → real-world wealth playbook Myth-busting: clear the beliefs that block smart decisions Windfall checklist: bonus/inheritance/NIL — first 3 moves Advisor vetting: quick green/red-flag test Playbook: budgeting • debt • long-term…

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Consumer Talk: In conversation with the Consumer Goods and Services Ombud 32:05

4M ago32:05

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Pippa speaks to Consumer Good and Services ombudsman, Lee Soobrathi. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lif…

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Consumer Talk: Redeeming vouchers 40:57

4M ago40:57

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Zain Johnson, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about people who bought vouchers for experiences and then couldn’t cash in on them. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - prese…

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Consumer Talk: How to get rid of marketing spam 37:25

4M ago37:25

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how to get rid of the marketing spam we receive from retailers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presente…

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Trust and Inclusion In Fintech in Nigeria 16:06

4M ago16:06

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On this episode of the Insights Edge podcast, Cowrywise Co-founder/ CEO Razaq Ahmed cuts through the noise on how Nigerians can truly weather today’s macroeconomic turbulence, arguing that the real crisis isn’t the economy itself, but the financial ignorance holding people back. This is a raw, practical conversation about money and thriving in toda…

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Consumer Talk: Aircon contractor fails to deliver 37:05

4M ago37:05

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a cluster of complaints about an air-conditioning business, which raises important questions around the risk of paying in full BEFORE you’ve received the promised goods or services. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages t…

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Consumer Talk: How to read food labels 32:11

5M ago32:11

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to Lesego Marule, a lecturer in the Department of Consumer and Food Sciences at the University of Pretoria, and registered dietician Roxanne Gieske who will guide us through the ins and outs of what labels legally have to contain and how to actually read them. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hou…

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A conversation with Gordon Gogo, sports tech entrepreneur 14:38

5M ago14:38

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Send us a text Gordon Gordon is a young lawyer and sports tech entrepreneur based in Nairobi, Kenya. He merges his legal acumen with a passion for innovation to build ventures at the intersection of sports and technology. His work focuses on leveraging tech to advance the sporting ecosystem within Kenya and across Africa. He discusses his current p…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler: Third party vendors 33:33

5M ago33:33

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about issues with third party vendors. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa …

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Consumer Talk: Slip and falls in supermarket 34:46

5M ago34:46

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler and consumer attorney Trudie Broekman about who’s responsible for slip and falls in supermarkets. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by …

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Consumer Talk: Teenagers allowed to sign up for gym contracts 38:20

5M ago38:20

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about gyms allowing teenagers to sign up for contracts. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports …

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Live Session: Scaling a Tech-Enabled Business – The Path to Profit (LBS Tech-Leap Initiative) 1:07:45

5M ago1:07:45

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What does it really take to scale a tech-enabled business with a clear path to profitability? This episode features a live panel from Lagos Business School, where some of Nigeria’s sharpest minds in tech and business unpack the hard truths behind sustainable growth. Moderated by David Lanre Messan (First Founders), this conversation brings together…

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Unleashing Africa's Growth Potential - A Conversation with Arnold Ekpe 52:42

5M ago52:42

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In this powerful episode of the Insights Edge podcast, Ibukunoluwa Sarah Oyedeji, CFA— Group, Chief Financial Officer of Access Bank Plc and participant in Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University’s Global Chief Executive Officer-Africa (GCEO-A) programme—sits down with Mr Arnold Ekpe, Chairman of DANGOTE SUGAR REFINERY PLC. Drawing from deca…

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Consumer Talk: Are wet wipes flushable and biodegradable? 37:51

6M ago37:51

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about whether wet wipes are flushable and biodegradable as claimed by manufacturers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journa…

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Consumer Talk: Vinegar shortage affecting South Africans 37:38

6M ago37:38

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the shortage of vinegar and how it’s affecting South African consumers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, …

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Consumer Talk: Irish visa delays cause havoc 36:57

6M ago36:57

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the delays in issuing Irish visas and the havoc it’s causing with South African’s travel plans. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presente…

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Consumer Talk 2: Tech helps to access unclaimed benefits 13:35

6M ago13:35

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Rowan Gordon from Robin Hood Unclaimed Benefits about a tech platform helping South Africans to access their benefits. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The sh…

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Consumer Talk 1: Difference between a motor warranty and a motor plan 18:54

6M ago18:54

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Erica Liebenberg from JustMoney about the difference between a motor plan and a motor warranty. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by forme…

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Consumer Talk: Expired drivers licences in insurance claims 33:45

6M ago33:45

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about an insurance claim that was rejected because of an expired driver’s licence card. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – Misleading advertising 24:05

7M ago24:05

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about misleading advertising after a company advertised a special deal designed to lure new customers, but their loyal customers don’t qualify. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, ta…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – Prepaid electricity used to pay landlord’s municipal arrears 33:07

7M ago33:07

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about tenants paying off their landlord’s municipal arrears through their prepaid electricity purchases. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - prese…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – DSTV installer overcharges pensioner 35:20

7M ago35:20

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a pensioner who was charged over R8000 to install his DSTV dish. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water…

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Cybersecurity Company CEO Charged for Planting Malware 3:43

8M ago3:43

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- CEO of a Cybersecurity Company Charged for Planting Malware. - Microsoft to Expand Hotpatching. - Apple Airplay is Being Exploited. - Ransomware Cripples Hospitals. Support the show Remember... Even with top-tier security, human negligence and/or error can compromise systems. Invest in employee training—it’s the ultimate safeguard. Stay Informed,…

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Consumer Talk: Unintentional shoplifting 38:22

8M ago38:22

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a case of unintentional shopping by a retail customer and the consequences. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, bake…

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Consumer Talk: Weather-related insurance claims 39:06

8M ago39:06

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how storm-related claims are rejected by the insurers because damage was caused by gradual deterioration of structures due to lack of maintenance, or poor building quality, rather than a specific weather event. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from …