Best Indian Leaders Reforms Podcasts (2025)

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Why Trump’s Autism claims are cause for concern 9:22

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This week, US President Donald Trump’s administration stated boldly that the use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol and an ingredient in Tylenol) during pregnancy may be linked to autism. Lester Kiewit speaks to Leryke Kleynhans, National Training Coordinator for Autism South Africa, to discuss the damage the assertion by the U.S could cau…

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Uncle Pythagoras makes maths and science fun for students online 9:21

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Abei Ngwenya, an unemployed teacher from Vosloorus known online as Uncle Pythagoras, shares how he brings Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Biology to life on his YouTube channel. He explains how he makes complex concepts easy to follow and how online platforms allow him to reach a new generation of learners. Lester Kiewit speaks to him about his work …

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Cycling Road World Championships held in Africa for the first time 7:51

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For the first time, Africa is hosting the UCI Road World Championships, with Kigali, Rwanda, welcoming the world’s top cyclists in a week-long celebration of racing that started this past Sunday, 21 September. Known for its challenging hills and the annual Tour du Rwanda, the city is staging Junior, Under-23, and Elite races, while Women Under-23 r…

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Don’t miss the 54th Annual Youth Classical Concert at Artscape 9:59

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Each year, young singers and instrumentalists are offered the opportunity to perform with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra on a professional stage. The 54th Youth Classical Concert will be taking place on 27 September 2025 at Artscape’s Theatre Stage and featuring classically-trained musicians ranging in age from 17 to 24. Lester Kiewit speaks …

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Parenting advice through the pens of psychoanalysts 23:42

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Andy Cohen is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst who released a book earlier this year entitled “Parenting Psychoanalysed: Letters to a Parent”, which is made up of a collection of 39 letters written by psychoanalysts from around the world. Candid, yet deeply personal, these letters reflect not only their professional views but also those of a par…

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A World View from London: World stunned at Trump’s UN speech 7:08

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A mother in New Zealand is accused of keeping her kids’ bodies in suitcases; Donald Trump has caused a stir following his wide ranging speech at the UN; and police have arrested a woman who said she was out to stab immigrants after watching right wing videos. Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with …

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Trump’s rant at the United Nations 7:59

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Patrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Social Change in the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities at University of Johannesburg, about US President Donald Trump’s speech to the United Nations. Trump called climate change a “con” and said European nations were “going to hell” because of immigration policies. G…

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Countdown to Rapture: What makes extreme religious groups popular 12:59

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Dion Forster, University Research Chair in Public Theology and Ethics, School of Religion and Theology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. They discuss the emergence of fringe and extreme religious movements and what makes them popular. This after a local self-styled prophet c…

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GroundUp News: Delft residents homeless after police van destroys shacks 7:59

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Residents in Delft were left injured and homeless after a police van crashed into their shacks; the Constitutional Court is to hear a landmark case on “consent” when it comes to sexual offences; and a wild fire which swept through Silvermine in April is proving to be a blessing in disguise as it is making it easier to clear the land of alien trees.…

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Camps Bay residents unhappy with proposed sale of library and land 8:21

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Chris Willemse, chairperson of the Camps Bay and Clifton Ratepayers Association, to discuss the proposal from the City of Cape Town to sell off the Camps Bay Library and surrounding land on which the library’s parking lot is located. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This …

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[TOP STORY] Chinese and Indian visitor numbers slump despite visa reforms 7:36

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‘South Africa used to be the largest tourism market on the African continent. We have slowly lost ground over the years to Morocco, to Tunisia, to Kenya, to Tanzania,’ says Lee-Anne Bac, partner in strategic development and advisory, BDO. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Fighting dirty money at the G20 38:16

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Business Unity South Africa (Busa) takes the government to court over its new employment equity targets. The tourism sector questions why Asian visitor numbers are declining despite visa fast-tracking. And how the fight against illicit financial flows can remain a top priority on the G20 agenda Moneyweb…

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Catch Vusi Mahlasela live in Cape Town on Heritage Day 8:03

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Singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela will be one of the headliners performing on Heritage Day at the Mojo Heritage Day Street Festival. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about his amazing musical journey, performing at the 1994 inauguration of Nelson Mandela, as well as sharing the stage with the likes of Dave Matthews Band, Sting, Paul Simon, Josh Groban, Ra…

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Shocking stats call for parole reforms 12:12

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Lester Kiewit interviews Dr Pieter Groenewald about shocking crime statistics—over 200 murders and 300 rapes tied to parolees in 2024—and the government’s plans to reform parole. Minister Groenewald details proposals coming out of the National Summit on Parole Reform: tighter eligibility, better supervision, accountability, and closer cooperation a…

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The Africa Report with The Continent: Authentic Italian leather - Made in Nigeria 5:53

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Lester Kiewit gets the latest news on Africa from Simon Allison, co-founder and international editor of The Continent. Today’s stories include: How “Authentic Italian” leather products are made in Nigeria; witchcraft accusations in Zambia; a thriving trade in space rocks (meteorites) in Libya. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast …

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Volvo green tip of the week: WESSA’s Stop the Strangle campaign 2:42

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This week’s Volvo Green Tip featured Mike Denison, Senior Coastal Programme Manager at WESSA, who spoke about their Stop the Strangle campaign. The initiative highlights the dangers of ghost fishing gear and marine entanglement, raising awareness about its devastating impact on marine life and how communities can take action. Read more about the ca…

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A World View from London: Super typhoon hits Philippines and Taiwan 6:14

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Over 400 000 evacuated ahead of massive typhoon; Brits lack attention span; Emil the lost elk. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is…

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Will Ekurhuleni land expropriation become test case? 10:22

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Will the expropriation of a 34-hectare piece of property in Ekurhuleni without compensation become a test case for South Africa? Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Ruth Hall, Director of the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Ca…

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UN summit addresses Palestine question 10:22

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Lester Kiewit speaks with Mitchell Plitnick, author and president of ReThinking Foreign Policy, about the renewed push for a two-State solution. This follows a UN summit in New York, backed by France and Saudi Arabia but boycotted by the US and Israel, aiming to revive negotiations for two states coexisting in secure borders. UN Secretary-General A…

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Free pass to SA National Parks Week 5:03

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with SANParks Head of Communications, JP Louw, about National Parks Week. The initiative allows South Africans free day access to most of the country’s 21 national parks, encouraging citizens to explore and connect with their natural heritage. Visitors are reminded to bring their South African ID and note that free …

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What the Hack! Huawei’s wearables, Vivo’s youth-focused phone, and SA’s lowest-cost EV 8:24

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Back from Paris, Arthur Goldstuck shares highlights from Huawei’s latest launches at the Velodrome National, where the tech giant unveiled the Watch GT6 smartwatch boasting a 21-day battery life, the Watch Ultimate 2 rated for 150 meters, and the Nova 14 mid-range phone series aimed at young consumers with strong selfie features and powerful batter…

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Correction to Metrorail Cape Town to Fish Hoek route 5:16

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Lester Kiewit is joined by Raymond Maseko - PRASA Regional Manager to correct a statement made previously regarding the pricing of Metrorail tickets for the SanParks partnership this week. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape…

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[TOP STORY] Deadline for Joburg mayor as water crisis continues 7:07

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‘Before we receive his reports, we will have a meeting with National Treasury and the Auditor General because we believe that what they've done is illegal. They cannot take money away that's been budgeted for,’ says Leonard Basson, chair, parliamentary portfolio committee. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Nasrec spectacle: Is the ANC crumbling? 32:00

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Is the ANC crumbling? An expert unpacks the 'Nasrec spectacle' as Joburg’s mayor faces a deadline over the water crisis. How a fiasco at the veterinary council threatens animal welfare across the country. And the major geopolitical shift as the UK moves to recognise Palestine. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Emerging Economies - Latin America: Bolsonaro’s shadow continues to loom despite conviction 7:09

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Lyal White, faculty at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) about: Jair Bolsonaro continues to influence Brazilian political landscape despite his recent conviction; tariff tensions between Brazil and China; a percussion pioneer from Brazil has died - aged 89. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a p…

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Fast-track visa isn’t helping as SA loses Chinese and Indian visitors 10:13

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA). They discuss the troubling decline in tourist arrivals from China and India, despite government efforts to introduce a fast-track visa system. Tshivhengwa reflects on what these numbers mean for the broader tourism economy, highlights the imp…

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A World View from London: Growing recognition for Palestinian state 5:07

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Canada, Australia and the UK have all recognised a Palestinian state; an anti-Semitic outrage in Germany; Tesla addressing design flaws. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Go…

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Are juvenile perpetrators of crime afforded too much protection? 11:08

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Are juvenile perpetrators of crime given too much protection and at the risk of society? Lester Kiewit speaks to Lucinda Evans, founder member of the Philisa Abafazi Bethu Women Center SA, to discuss the consequences of the legal system affording certain rights to minors who are accused of violent crime. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is…

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Are phones “unofficially” allowed in prisons? 10:07

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with former Pollsmoor prison warden, Chris Malgas. The discussion follows Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis’s call for cellphone signal-blocking technology at Pollsmoor, amid growing concerns that criminal networks are being run from inside the prison. Malgas draws on his experience to explain how cellphones and co…

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Money on a Monday: Get a realistic property valuation with Deal Score 8:36

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If you are seeking a new home and wanting to buy a house that fits your budget , you may be tempted to try and offer a lower amount than the asking price, but how do you determine a fair and realistic amount? If you make an offer that’s too low, you might lose out to someone who puts in a slightly higher offer. If you offer too much you end up spen…

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Has there been a recent increase in Covid-19 cases? 5:00

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Has there been a noticeable increase in Covid-19 cases recently? What is the protocol to be taken once a diagnosis or positive result has been given? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Jocelyn Moyes, an epidemiologist at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD). Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast…

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PIC board replacement ‘troubling’: Maimane 31:48

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South African retail grows in first half of 2025, but tech sales remain under pressure. A local liquor distribution company sets sights on African expansion through a foreign investment deal. And why the future of work is not hybrid, but intentional. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Binge-watching options: Task, OMITB, Futurama 6:38

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In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? John Maytham chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: - Task Season 1 (Showmax) - ⁠Only Murders in the Building Season 5 (Disney+) - ⁠Futurama Season 13 (Disney+) Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of th…

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G20 Desk with RMB & FNB: Macroeconomic policy in the spotlight 6:43

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South Africa’s G20 Presidency is a moment to spotlight Africa’s voice in shaping global priorities, from equality and education to sustainable growth. With world leaders, changemakers, and innovators coming together, these discussions have the potential to drive real, lasting impact. This week the spotlight is on macroeconomic policy, with inflatio…

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What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: Plans to expand access to sex offender register 5:45

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Tara Roos, CapeTalk commentator and Business Day Political Correspondent, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has confirmed plans to expand access to the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO); R3.9bn in possible ghost worker fraud across government payrolls reveale…

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A World View from London: France’s First Lady ready to prove she’s a woman 7:19

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Brigitte Macron is ready to prove she was born a woman in defamation case; warning issued in Australia after destructive beetle larvae found in nappies; a long-forgotten castle uncovered on a Scottish island. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk bre…

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Do we need better system to monitor ammunition purchases? 4:43

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South Africa has a problem of too many unlicenced firearms in the hands of criminals and gangsters, but how are they getting an endless supply of ammunition given that there are measures in place to try and ensure that only licenced firearm owners may legally purchase them? Lester Kiewit speaks to firearm law expert Martin Hood. Good Morning Cape T…

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Meet the teacher who calms learners with soothing music while bullets fly 13:31

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Sinead Majiet is a Grade R teacher at Yellowwood Primary School in Mitchell’s Plain. In a video which has gone viral, she can be heard playing music from the animated film Moana to her learners to keep them calm while laying flat on the classroom floor as gunshots can be heard in the background. Lester Kiewit speaks to her about this novel approach…

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Are Arum Lilies still endangered? A closer look at Cape Town’s white trumpet flowers 7:15

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Arum lilies appear to be growing abundantly across Cape Town, but are they still endangered? Gianpaolo Gilardi, horticulturist with the South African Botanical Society at Kirstenbosch, speaks to Lester Kiewit about why these striking white flowers were on the Red List, their environmental impact, and whether it’s okay to pick them to beautify your …

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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Australia sets emissions target 6:18

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Australia’s government has set ambitious emissions targets, but critics on either side not happy; New Zealand actress says citizenship laws are racist; US President Trump unhappy with question from Australian journalist and threatens to tell on him. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit…

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[TOP STORY] Google backs local AI startups in bid to drive job creation 8:34

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‘AI presents a level playing field where this was sprung upon us all at the same time. Now we all have the same opportunity to pick up on learnings, to play with the different platforms, to build different solutions leveraging AI,’ says Folarin Aiyegbusi, startup developer at Google. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Landfill crisis: Bad for economy and jobs 33:57

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What the surprise GDP rebound means for monetary policy and investor sentiment. A major banks analysis shows stability amidst uncertainty. And can AI startups fix SA’s job crisis? MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Evita takes back seat for Pieter-Dirk Uys at Voorkamerfest 2025 11:22

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Lester Kiewit speaks to comedian and media personality Pieter-Dirk Uys, one of the headline acts at this year’s Voorkamerfest in Darling. The festival, taking place on 18 and 19 October, turns the town’s living rooms into intimate theatres, with festival-goers travelling by minibus to three surprise venues. Featuring more than 60 performers across …

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Emerging economies – Focus on India: Political upheaval in Nepal 6:17

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University, about how the younger generation took the lead in Nepal’s civil uprising; EU calls for closer ties with India; the mirage of India’s agricultural self-sufficiency. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of th…

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Not much surprise as event postponed 9:44

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Stuart Grobbelaar, spokesperson for Stellenbosch Municipality, about the announcement by the organisers of the Christmas Lights Festival – which was due to take place 19-21 September at Sandringham Farm – that the event has been postponed “due to unforeseen circumstances”. The event organisers have been reported to have post…

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A World View from London: Devastating drought in Syria 7:30

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Millions at risk in Syria due to severe drought; tourists stranded in Machu Pichu due to protests; the next President of Ireland. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morn…

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Did Cyril Ramaphosa put his foot in mouth with DA praise? 14:19

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Yonela Diko, former ANC Western Cape spokesperson and author. The conversation unpacks President Cyril Ramaphosa’s frank address to tens of thousands of ANC councillors at FNB Stadium. Ramaphosa admitted that while the ANC governs the majority of municipalities, many of the best-run municipalities are led by the DA. He calle…

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Yellowwood Primary video highlights trauma of learners in gang-affected areas 6:49

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In a video circulating on social media, learners at Yellowwood Primary School were seen lying face down on their classroom floor while gunfire rang out outside, with their teacher playing piano music to help them stay calm. Mitchells Plain Community Policing Forum Chairperson Norman Jantjies speaks to Lester Kiewit about the reality of life for chi…

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Slow start to Madlanga Commission 6:56

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with violence expert Mary de Haas from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Today marks the opening of the Madlanga Commission, an inquiry set up by President Cyril Ramaphosa after police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi warned that South Africa’s criminal justice system faces collapse if corruption and political interfe…

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[TOP STORY] E-hailing clampdown: Panic buttons and branding required 5:49

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‘When a driver or a passenger activates that in-app SOS feature, it directly connects to Aura’s auto-dispatch platform. The nearest vetted private response vehicle autonomously is dispatched to the incident,’ says Justin Suttner, GM for Aura sub-Saharan Africa. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs