Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

Guest: Neil Manthorpe | Cricket commentator

John Maytham speaks to cricket commentator Neil Manthorpe about Day 3 of the SA vs India test series which saw South Africa defeat the Indian visitors by an innings and 32 runs at Centurion.

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Guest: Sue Van De Linder | founder and chairperson Iris House Children's Hospice

John Maytham speaks to Sue Van De Linder founder and chairperson of Iris House Children's Hospice about the impact national government budget cuts is having on their operations.

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Guest: Yogin Devan | Writer and Columnist

Delving into the intricate legacy of the late Mbongeni Ngema, speaks to  columnist and writer Yogin Devan. Following Ngema's tragic passing in a car accident, Devan's tribute piece takes a nuanced look at the artist's life, exploring both his positive contributions and controversies.

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Guest: Andrew Lukhele | chairperson of the National Stokvel Association of South Africa (NASASA)

John Maytham had an insightful conversation with Andrew Lukhele, Chairperson of the National Stokvel Association of South Africa (NASASA), addressing the growing concerns surrounding stokvel scams. Lukhele urges caution in light of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority's investigation into the United African Stokvel, which has left many South Africans facing financial losses.

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Guest: Dr. Keaton Harris | Stellenbosch Medical graduate

John Maytham had the privilege of speaking with the remarkable Dr. Keaton Harris, whose journey from childhood struggles to becoming a cum laude medical doctor is truly inspiring. Despite initial setbacks, Dr. Harris pursued a Bachelor of Pharmacy at UWC, earning an incredible 44 distinctions and becoming a leader in various capacities

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Guest: John Dobson | Stormers coach

The Stormers will be looking to make it a clean sweep against South African opposition this season when they take on the Sharks at DHL Stadium on Saturday. John Maytham speaks to coach John Dobson ahead of the game.

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Guest: Andrew Thompson | Freelance journalist

John Maytham speaks to Andrew Thompson about whether SodaStream or shop bought bottle brands give you more bang for your buck.

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Guest: Foster Mohale | Health Dpt Spokesperson

John Maytham engages in a crucial conversation with Health Department Spokesperson, Foster Mohale, addressing the alarming rise in teenage pregnancies. On Christmas Day alone, more than 145 teenagers gave birth in public hospitals, contributing to a total of over 1,700 babies delivered. Foster Mohale shares insights into the concerns surrounding the future of these young mothers, highlighting potential interruptions to their academic journeys.

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Guest: Andy Davies | Friends of Table Mountain Chairperson

There have been more than 80 counts of crime on Table Mountain National Park since the beginning of 2023. But the idea shouldn’t be to steer clear of the mountain - According to Andy Davies of Friends of Table Mountain – we should be encouraged to visit the mountain, more people on the mountain means more safety and a lesser chance for criminals to operate. John Maytham speaks to Andy Davies, chairman of Friends of Table Mountain. 

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Guest:Velani Ludidi | Daily Maverick columnist

John Maytham speaks to Daily Maverick columnist Velani Ludidi to discuss the challenges and excitement surrounding the return of Shosholoza Meyl's long-distance passenger operations in South Africa.

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