The Gauteng High Court has ordered the immediate start of rescue operations at the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine in Stilfontein, where illegal miners, or zama zamas, remain trapped underground. President Mametlwe Sebei, President of GIWUSA chats to Africa Melane ahead of the rescue efforts.

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Africa Melane delves into the challenges facing Cape Town’s real estate market with Victor Ngomane, a luxury property expert. Together, they unpack the rising property prices driven by international investors, digital nomads, and short-term rental platforms like Airbnb

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Certified Health Coach Chloe Altmann is in conversation with Africa Melane about highly caffeinated energy drinks—those convenient, affordable beverages often marketed as quick fixes for energy and focus

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Guest: Jan De Koning | Editor at Rugby 365

Africa Melane is joined by Jan De Koning, Editor at Rugby365, to discuss the third-round Investec Champions Cup clash between Sale Sharks and the DHL Stormers.

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Dr. Loyiso Maciko, a health economist and lecturer join Africa Melane for a conversation around the proposal to increase taxes on alcohol. We find out what ripple effect this will have on South Africa.

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Africa Melane speaks with Craig Smith, the passionate founder of Shoes4Souls, a nonprofit organization making strides to restore dignity by putting shoes on the feet of those in need.

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Africa Melane speaks with Karla van Staden, the owner of Surefit Fitness Studio, about the gym’s heartwarming donation drive for Tawana Children’s Home

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Guest: Lindiwe Zulu | ANC & NEC Member

Africa Melane welcomes Lindiwe Zulu to reflect on the ANC's 113th Anniversary.

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Join us in a thought-provoking discussion with architect and urban designer Thireshen Govender, founder of UrbanWorks Architecture & Urbanism. Govender is also the co-author of Township Economy and serves on the board at The Sustainable Livelihoods Foundation.

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With many South African households facing the strain of extended spending over the festive season and the pressure of upcoming January expenses, Africa Melane welcomes Ramokebe Thamage to the show as he shares expert advice on managing your finances in 2025.

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