Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Guest: Daisy Makena | South African Lawyers and Allied Workers Union 

Africa Melane speaks to Daisy Makena of the South African Lawyers and Allied Workers Union (SALAWU) about the planned resumption of strike action at Legal Aid South Africa on Monday, 19 October. The union is demanding outstanding occupational-specific dispensation payments, unpaid incentive bonuses and action on unresolved worker grievances. They’ll discuss the breakdown in negotiations, concerns about cost-cutting measures and the possible impact of the strike on access to justice.

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.

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Guest: Tommie Lehmkuhl | National Treasurer of Blind SA

Blind SA is marking its 80th anniversary by bringing stakeholders together to discuss inclusive early childhood development and the barriers faced by visually impaired children. Africa Melane speaks to Tommie from Blind SA ahead of the organisation’s conference on 28 October 2026 at the Manhattan Hotel in Pretoria, exploring how educators, parents and government can help ensure no child is left behind.

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.

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Guest: Liezel Van Der Westhuizen | Presenter at Talk Radio 702 / 567 Cape Talk and KFM

Looking for a reason to get moving? From fun runs and fitness challenges to outdoor adventures and wellness events, there’s plenty happening for every fitness level. Liezel van der Westhuizen joins us with some of the upcoming races, events and challenges worth putting on your calendar.

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.

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Guest: James Aphane |GM for Electoral Matters at the IEC (Electoral Commission of South Africa)

Special vote applications have surged by 131% ahead of South Africa’s 2026 Local Government Elections, with the IEC approving approximately 2.6 million applications. As the Electoral Commission prepares for voting day, a Constitutional Court ruling on the ANC’s candidate nomination dispute could have implications for ballot preparations and the application of electoral rules. Africa Melane speaks to James Aphane, General Manager for Electoral Matters at the IEC, about election readiness, voter access and the integrity of the electoral process.

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.

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Guest: Francois Van Der Merwe | The South Africa Tobacco Transformation Alliance [SATTA] spokesperson

Illicit cigarettes are putting pressure on South Africa’s legal tobacco industry, with an Ipsos study estimating that illicit products account for almost 75% of the market in 2026. With cigarettes selling for as little as R7 a pack, concerns are mounting over lost tax revenue, declining production and the impact on tobacco farmers and rural employment. Africa Melane speaks to Francois Van Der Merwe, spokesperson for SATTA, about the scale of the trade, the effectiveness of current interventions and what it will take to tackle illicit sales.

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.

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Guest: Nita Morgan | Director of Prime Loans

With 67% of credit applications rejected in the quarter to June 2025, how can South Africans make informed borrowing decisions and avoid falling deeper into debt? Africa Melane speaks to Nita Morgan, CEO of Prime Loans, about rejected applications, understanding the true cost of credit and whether consolidating multiple loans into one repayment is the right solution.

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Guest: Liezel Van Der Westhuizen | Presenter at Talk Radio 702 / 567 Cape Talk and KFM

What if making healthier drink choices for your family was as simple as dropping a rooibos teabag into cold water? From sugary lunchbox juices and fizzy drinks to bottled iced teas, many everyday beverages contain more sugar than consumers expect. Now, South African tea brand Carmién is offering a refreshing alternative with its Cold Brew Rooibos Ice Tea range, specially developed to infuse directly into cold water in just 10 to 30 minutes. Naturally caffeine-free, sugar-free and available in fruity flavours, the range offers an easy way to make ordinary water more appealing. There's also Carmién Kiddies Berry Boost, a rooibos blend featuring strawberry and blackcurrant flavours with added vitamin C, alongside a separate children's cold-brew range. But can these products genuinely help families reduce sugar intake, and are they suitable for children, active adults and everyday hydration?

In this week's Test It Out Thursday feature on CapeTalk and Talk Radio 702, Liezel van der Westhuizen, fitness presenter, wellness correspondent and burnout and mental fitness coach, joins Africa Melane to unpack the science, convenience and practical benefits of cold-brew rooibos. From understanding how cold-water brewing affects tea flavour to exploring the role of rooibos antioxidants, vitamin C and sugar-free alternatives, Liezel examines what these drinks can and cannot do for our health. She also explains why plain water should remain the first choice for everyday hydration, when endurance athletes may need additional electrolytes and carbohydrates, and how parents can make healthier drinking habits more enjoyable for children. Plus, discover a memorable World Health Organization statistic about daily sugar intake and creative ways to turn rooibos into refreshing homemade iced tea and fruit-filled ice lollies. Is this the simple South African wellness swap worth adding to your family's routine?

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.

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Guest: Phutego Mojapele | Aviation Expert

South Africa ranks seventh globally and first in Africa for civil aviation safety oversight, with a final ICAO rating of 94.99%. We look at what the assessment measures, what it means for passengers and the aviation industry, and the challenges that remain in keeping the country’s skies safe. Africa Melane speaks to Aviation Expert, Phutego Mojapele.

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Guest: Matthew Parks | COSATU’s Parliamentary Coordinator

COSATU is calling for unity as it elects new leaders at its 15th National Congress, following internal disputes that forced its September gathering to adjourn. With the ANC and SACP set to compete for votes in some municipalities, the federation faces difficult questions about its political alliances, influence over government policy and ability to put workers first. Africa Melane speaks to COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator Matthew Parks about the leadership race, the future of the tripartite alliance and the challenges facing workers ahead of the November local government elections.

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Guest: Simphiwe Masilo | Programme Coordinator at Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA)

Africa Melane speaks to Simphiwe Masilo, Programme Coordinator at the Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA), about South Africa’s proposed front-of-pack warning labels for food products high in sugar, salt and saturated fat. With the draft regulations under consideration since April 2023, HEALA is urging the Minister of Health to approve them by 10 December 2026. We unpack why the labels matter, what has delayed their introduction, whether the deadline is achievable and how clearer food labelling could empower consumers to make informed choices while helping address South Africa’s growing burden of diet-related diseases.

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