Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

Transport Risk and Accident Specialist Stan Bezuidenhout discusses with Lester Kiewit whether there’s a legal maximum age for driving in South Africa. While there’s no set age limit, Bezuidenhout argues that the real issue isn’t age but ability. He shares his concerns about the current license renewal process, calling it little more than an expensive card print, and explains that drivers should consider stopping when they no longer feel safe or confident - whether that’s due to struggling with speed limits, heavy traffic, or lane changes.

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This month's #LesterInYourLounge brought us to Clovelly, broadcasting from the home of Traci Kwaai, where Lester Kiewit was joined by Shruti Nair, a Fish Hoek resident, small business owner, and close friend of Traci’s. Originally from India, she traces her love of water back to childhood traditions in her hometown’s stepwells. In recent years, she has embraced open-water swimming, training regularly and competing in races. She swims an average of 2 km unassisted and is preparing for the Robben Island crossing in May, taking on the Clifton Mile this weekend as part of her journey. As a person of colour living in a coastal city, Shruti is deeply passionate about reclaiming and embracing the ocean, challenging barriers, and inspiring others to do the same.

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Lester Kiewit speaks to councillor Simon Liell-Cock, the ward councillor for Ward 61, which includes the suburbs of Kommetjie, Ocean View, and Glencairn Heights, as well as the area lying south, up to Cape Point.

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This month's #LesterInYourLounge brought us to Clovelly, broadcasting from the home of Traci Kwaai, where Lester Kiewit was joined by Shadley Fisher and Ethan Corker from The Fisher Child Project, the NGO founded by Traci. Shadley, a youth leader, is mentoring the next generation of ocean custodians, while Ethan, a junior participant, is experiencing first-hand the impact of the project. Together, they shared how access to the ocean through snorkelling and diving is shaping young lives and fostering a deeper connection to the sea, empowering future stewards of the ocean.

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This month's #LesterInYourLounge brought us to Clovelly, broadcasting from the home of Traci Kwaai, where Lester Kiewit was joined by Faez Poggenpoel, a fifth-generation fisherman and the youngest boat owner in Kalk Bay. Running two fishing boats and advocating for small-scale fishermen in False Bay, Faez is deeply committed to protecting both his livelihood and the future of the industry. Lester Kiewit speaks to Faez about the challenges facing local fishermen—from restrictive regulations to the fight for fair access to marine resources - and how fishermen co-operatives are working to secure a sustainable future.

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Russia’s military call up; China’s military drills; and tributes to WW2 codebreaker, Betty Webb. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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It has been just over a month since the Shark Spotters took over some operational responsibilities under the banner of the Cape Baboon Partnership– including the provision of baboon rangers, managing the Baboon Hotline, and community liaison and education. Lester Kiewit speaks to Sarah Waries, Chief Executive Officer of Shark Spotters. 

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Chris Yelland, MD of EE Business Intelligence, about his research into the impact of the new Eskom tariffs, especially on poorer consumers.

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Chris Landsberg, special adviser to Minister Ronald Lamola, about the stresses and strains being placed on members of the GNU as they struggle to find consensus on the budget. It now seems the DA and ANC cannot agree, while Action SA and the ANC and finding common ground.

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This month's #LesterInYourLounge took us to the heart of Clovelly, where we were welcomed into the home of Traci Kwaai. A sixth-generation fisher child from Kalk Bay, Traci is a passionate activist dedicated to preserving her community’s history and ensuring its future. She leads the Walk of Remembrance, a storytelling journey that brings to life the struggles and resilience of Kalk Bay’s fishing families, highlighting generations of marginalization. But her impact goes beyond the past - through her NGO, The Fisher Child Project, Traci is creating opportunities for children in her community to connect with the ocean through snorkelling and diving. She believes true custodianship of the ocean begins with access, ensuring the next generation has both the knowledge and the right to protect their heritage.

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