Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit
Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a weekday morning show that provides an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The program features high-profile interviews, watercooler conversations, and daily editorial segments at 6:10am. It includes the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays and WorldView with Adam Gilchrest. The show also hosts monthly #CoffeeDate outside broadcasts from different communities. It airs Monday to Friday from 6:00 to 9:00 on 567 AM or online.
Episodes
When universities are captured from within
Professor Jonathan Jansen joins Lester Kiewit to examine the growing pressure on South Africa's universities and what happens when student protest, institutional governance and political influence collide. We look specifically at the crisis at CPUT and ask whether the warning signs of institutional capture are present, and why some universities appear to repeatedly find themselves at the centre of
Juan de Jongh on Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Lester Kiewit is joined in studio by former Springboks and Stormers player Juan de Jongh, who is now a broadcaster with SuperSport. They discuss the current World’s Greatest Rivalry tour between the Springboks and All Blacks. 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 Mornin
The Africa Report with The Continent: Cameroon’s remote-working president finally returns home
Lester Kiewit gets latest news on Africa from Christine Mungai, Editor-in-Chief of The Continent. They discuss Cameroon’s President Paul Biya – currently the world’s oldest serving head of state at 93 – finally making a return home after two-and-a-half months in Geneva; Somali Airlines will be resuming flights once again from September after being grounded for over three de
The Luxury Lowdown with Bianca Resnekov: Rugby royalty
Lester Kiewit speaks to CapeTalk’s style guru Bianca Resnekov to get the Luxury Lowdown on how you can be front row to witness rugby royalty clash as the All Blacks and Springboks prepare to battle in Cape Town. 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 wi
A World View from London: New U.S. sanctions on Iran
The U.S. government announces stringent sanctions to put a squeeze on Iran; a big electric vehicle recall in China over hidden door handles; a weird made-up childhood fear. 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. Goo
Why our truck drivers are leaving SA for Ireland’s greener pastures
Lester Kiewit speaks to Wayne Martin, a Cape Town truck driver who now works in Ireland. He is part of a growing number of bus and truck drivers finding lucrative employment with fewer risks in European countries. 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 L
Rethink party election rules to help boost local government performance
Lester Kiewit speaks to Constitutional Law expert and Claude Leon Foundation Chair in Constitutional Governance at the University of Cape Town, Pierre De Vos, about how we can address the failures in local government. He argues that the real problem is in fact bad political parties, and not just bad rules governing their actions. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the
What the Hack! New lifestyle Indian bakkie, the AA’s electric future, and Motorola’s stylish budget phone
In this week’s What the Hack!, Arthur Goldstuck tells Lester Kiewit about Sheryl’s trip to India for the launch of Mahindra’s new Lifestyler bakkie, a vehicle first shown as a concept in Cape Town. He also speaks about the AA’s plans for an electric and autonomous motoring future, with insights from CEO Bobby Ramagwede, before looking at the new Femio app and Motorola&rsquo
Bullets and Bibles: Worshippers outdoor prayers interrupted by gunfire
Lester Kiewit speaks to Mark Suker, the PRO for the Bellville-South CPF, about a shooting during an open air church service in the area on Sunday. Sadly this was not the only shooting incident on the day that led to a fatality. 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 Ca
Tackling gangsterism requires greater involvement from society says SAPS station commander
Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police recently held a summit to address the ongoing gang-related violence. One of the people addressing the inquiry was Mitchell’s Plain station commander, Brigadier Brian Muller, who stressed that police efforts alone could not dismantle the highly fragmented, heavily armed gang ecosystem without active societal cooperation, social development, and
Piemp hulle : Time for communities to expose those fuelling gang violence
Peter Stoffberg is an anti-crime activist based in Atlantis. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about why it is time for residents of crime ridden neighbourhoods to piemp or expose those who support the gangs and help them maintain their stranglehold on the Cape. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town w
Why peanut butter prices are in a jam
Lester Kiewit speaks to Adri Botha, chair of SA Groundnut Forum about how a new import duty and local conditions are impacting the price of peanut butter. 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 informative, enlightening and accessible. T
Mayor dismay: why has the ANC not announced its mayoral candidates?
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Oscar Van Heerden, Senior Research Fellow and Research Associate at the University of Johannesburg's Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership, about why the ANC have not announced their mayoral candidates with three months to go to local government elections. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This progr
LIVE AND LOCAL: Little boy locked in library after falling asleep
Jurie Bruwer is head of Safety and Security at the Cape Town Central City Improvement District (CCID) and speaks to Lester Kiewit about an unusual case where a young boy fell asleep in Cape Town Central Library, only to wake and find the place locked up. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wa
Money on a Monday: Do not share your store discount card with strangers
have you ever been asked if you can lend someone your store discount card as they forgot theirs at home? You pondered it for a second and didn’t think any harm would happen as long as they aren’t using up your hard-earned points and you’re simply helping someone save some money – right? Don’t be too hasty to be helpful, as they could very well be using your card detai
Barriers to entry: can security protocols insist that your licences are valid?
When entering a private residential estate or business park, it is quite common for the security guard to scan one’s driver’s licence or vehicle licence disc. But what if they have expired? Are they permitted to deny you entry? Lester Kiewit speaks to Johlene Wasserman, Director of Community Schemes and Compliance at VDM Law. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a p
A World View from London:US/Canada trade war
A U.S. / Canada Trade War - the apple cart has been up-ended; Volcanic building blocks - a constructive way of harnessing lava; and a very dirty challenge, and it’s “reeking” havoc across Europe. 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 y
Rugby isn’t a religion – it’s much bigger
With just over 24 hours to go before kick-off between the Springboks and the All Blacks at Ellis Park in the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry test series, Lester Kiewit speaks to rugby uber-fan Westley Cockrell, who shares his more-than-colourful thoughts on the game of rugby via his online channels under the username of @rugby_kaans. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of
MP Fadiel Adams slammed after blaming deceased top cop Andre Lincoln for his blunders
Lester Kiewit speaks to former Western Cape head of detectives, Jeremy Vearey about MP Fadiel Adams making a number of references at the Madlanga Commission to deceased top cop Andre Lincoln as being the one who advised him on certain questionable actions. Vearey and Lincoln had been friends, comrades and colleagues for decades. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the
A World View from London: Killed by a Russian Bear
A case of chemical submission as dozens of women claim humiliation in France; Killed by a Russian Bear - a bride-to-be’s death has triggered anger; and a reluctant Belgian Prince now officially part of their royal family. 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
What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: The Grilling of Fadiel Adams
National Coloured Congress (NCC) MP Fadiel Adams came under intense questioning at the Madlanga Commission over contradictions in his evidence. The DA has removed MP Mark Burke from Parliament’s finance committee and the party’s finance cluster while a company of which he is a beneficiary is being investigated by the South African Reserve Bank. President Cyril Ramaphosa has objected to
Raeburn Shield: the unofficial rugby championship award
The Raeburn Shield is an unofficial rugby union lineal championship contested in international men's rugby union and follows a "title holder" system - similar to a boxing world title, where the holder of the Shield defends it in each subsequent international match they play. If the holder loses, the winning team becomes the new holder. The concept came about in 2008 when creator Dave Algie was par
Class action suit against maker of defective contraceptive pill
A recent recall of Yaz Plus contraceptives, revealed that a specific batch of these pills were defective, which compromised the effectiveness of the contraceptive, potentially leading to unintended pregnancies and significant emotional and financial consequences. Lester Kiewit speaks to Angelique Pienaar of LHL Attorneys who are working on a class action suit against manufacturers Bayer. Go
Cyber sense, making sense of scams: the voucher scam is back
This week's Cyber Sense feature looks at the return of the voucher scam, with criminals now exploiting mobile and cellphone banking to make the fraud easier. Lester Kiewit speaks to Boikokobetso Makhetloane, also known online as Mr Fingerz, a cybersecurity expert, educator, trainer, and TikTok content creator, about scammers posing as telecommunications providers and telling victims they've won a
The voices that got the Cape Talking – 21 August 2026
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 informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World Vi
Yaaseen Barnes on finding the funny in everyday life
Yaaseen Barnes joined Lester Kiewit in studio to talk about his new one man comedy show, Just Jokes, coming to the Homecoming Centre. They spoke about finding humour in everyday South African life, why laughter can be a powerful way of dealing with difficult times, the challenge of carrying an entire show on your own, and what audiences can expect when they come along. Just Jokes runs on Friday, 2
Reflections on how the Jason Arday plagiarism saga played out
Professor Jason Arday was a British academic who resigned from his historic position as Cambridge University's youngest Black professor following intense media scrutiny and investigations into plagiarism allegations and the fabrications of his biographical achievements. Nine days after his resignation, the 41-year-old scholar was found dead in his South London home in an unexpected but non-suspici
A World View from London: Brazilian oil
An emotional wedding for two Israelis targeted in the October 7th attacks; Brazilian oil - a new discovery - but for an ant- fossil fuel government; . 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 To
LIVE AND LOCAL: Launch of campaign to see what else N2 security wall millions should be spent on
Lester Kiewit speaks to Nkosikhona Swartbooi, coordinator for the Movement for Collective Action and Racial Equity, about the launch of their new campaign, sparked by calls to build a multi million rand security wall along the N2. It is called the Cost of CARE, a People’s Budget Campaign, and seeks to bring communities into the conversation about how public money is spent and what kind
When can South Africans expect to pay less for electricity?
Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Vally Padayachee, power and energy expert and a former executive manager of Eskom and a former senior executive of City Power Jhb. They discuss the factors that can contribute towards lowering electricity prices for ordinary South Africans. This comes as Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa admitted South Africans are under pressure as a r
Does a pulled-pork Gatsby qualify as a Gatsby?
Dishes evolve over time based on changing trends and tastes, so it is only natural to see menus being updated to meet customer demands. Enter the pulled pork trend, which has now infiltrated the Cape Town staple: the great and legendary Gatsby. Can a pulled pork Gatsby be classified as a Gatsby or should all fillings be Halaal in order for it to qualify as one? Lester Kiewit speaks to Bradley Isaa
Settlers learners launch anti-bullying campaign focused on kindness and supporting victims
Bullying remains a serious issue in South African schools, with many learners experiencing intimidation, exclusion and abuse, often in silence. The RCL at Settlers High School is taking a stand with its new #SettlersChoosesKindness campaign, aimed at supporting learners who may be struggling and encouraging a culture of kindness across the school. The campaign includes an anonymous online initiati
CPUT shutdown: Why the university says students must leave residences
CPUT spokesperson Lauren Kansley speaks to Lester Kiewit about the university’s decision to suspend lectures indefinitely and close its residences from 4pm, saying the move is aimed at de-escalating escalating violence on campus. She says around 16,000 students live in CPUT residences and that many have already started leaving, while the university is assisting vulnerable students, including
The champ is here! Meet world super-featherweight title holder The Badger!
Lester Kiewit speaks to South Africa’s undefeated boxing sensation Bernice 'The Badger' Ferreira, who a few days ago was crowned WBC super-featherweight world title holder in Atlanta, Georgia. She shares her incredible boxing journey. 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
A World View from London: Dead end no excuse to avoid parking penalty
Russian retaliation threats against the U.K. for sending drones to Ukraine; a very Chinese funeral for the former leader Zhu Rongji; and death is no excuse for a driver in New Zealand given a parking penalty. 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 a
UCT study sheds light on South African commuter habits
Are you an “escapist” who uses media to drown out surrounding traffic and noise? Are you a “social connector” who likes to engage with fellow passengers? These are two of five types of commuters in South Africa as categorised by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing. Lester Kiewit speaks to managing consultant Paul Egan. G
Police Committee commences summit looking into gang violence
Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Police is holding a summit on gang-related violence, with a focus on finding long-term and sustainable solutions and including input from victims of gang violence, civil society organisations, community groups and people working in the community to combat gang-related crime. Lester Kiewit speaks to Police Portfolio Committee chairperson Ian Cameron. Good
CPUT student leader on why they are protesting
Lester Kiewit speaks to Ababalwe Bangiso, Central Student Representative Council Secretary General at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, about students have embarked on mass protests, shutting down campuses and all learning. They have also called on parliament to look into CPUT’s finances, management and procurement processes. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podca
GroundUp News: Draft sex work decriminalisation bill heading back to Parliament for consideration
The long-awaited draft sex work decriminalisation bill will be returning to Parliament for consideration, three years after it was sent back to be redrafted; and the booming illegal trade in rare succulents is threatening South Africa's unique plant life. Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October of GroundUp News about these stories. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of t
Cape Town CBD is nearly full, but businesses still want in: The race for premium office space
Cape Town CBD may be running out of room. Property analyst Ash Muller from Ask Ash joins Lester Kiewit to look at the state of the city’s office market, why there are so few sites left to develop, and why demand for premium grade office space is through the roof. Ash also shares some fascinating statistics that reveal just how tight the market has become, and what that could mean for the fut
The Africa Report with The Continent: Tanzania opposition treason trial resumes
Lester Kiewit gets latest news on Africa from Christine Mungai, Editor-in-Chief of The Continent. They discuss the resumption of the Tanzanian treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu after a five-month hiatus; Sierra Leone’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to lower the threshold for the presidency from 55% to 50% +1; Sudanese refugees decry racial profiling in Egypt
The Luxury Lowdown with Bianca Resnekov: Appreciating caviar
Lester Kiewit speaks to CapeTalk style correspondent Bianca Resnekov to get the Luxury Lowdown on the hot trend that has those in the know eating sustainable caviar. 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 informative, enlightening and ac
Whose responsibility is it to collect all the dead fish washed up on the beaches?
You may have seen the distressing images of thousands of sardines washed up along the Cape West Coast, with laboratory tests confirming that there was a presence of pilchard herpesvirus, but a question has arisen: “who is now responsible for removing them from the beaches?” Lester Kiewit speaks to Gregg Oelofse, City of Cape Town Manager of Coastal Management. Good Morning Cape
Are workers entitled to added pay for covering extra work?
If a worker is asked to perform extra duties because a colleague has taken leave, should there be some form of compensation such as extra pay or time given off in lieu of the pay? Does it depend on the nature of the work or the contract of employment? Lester Kiewit speaks to labout law specialist Puke Maserumule, Director at Maserumule Attorneys and Maserumule Consulting. Good Morning Cape
A World View from London: Trump warns Oman and South Korea
U.S.. President Donald Trump sends messages to Oman and South Korea over Iran; is social media to blame for fatal car crash in Ireland and rise in shark bites? 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 Cap
Operation Prosper’s millions mean nothing for Cape’s crime hotspots
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Llewellyn MacMaster, chairperson of the Cape Crime Crisis Coalition, about concerns at how Operation Prosper is progressing, especially after allegations that funding is not reaching the soldiers on the ground, despite Treasury saying the money has been released. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This prog
Madlanga lite: Is parliament’s ad hoc committee a waste of time?
Dr Dale McKinley, political economist, speaks to Lester Kiewit about whether parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will be a damp squib because of its relatively toothless terms of reference and potential politicking as its deadline approaches. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast sh
Brutal attack on Woodstock bar owner explained
Lester Kiewit speaks to Woodstock CPF chair Gary Adams about what is known about a brutal attack on a Albert street business owner that went viral on social media. It was suggested that extortion may be a motive, but the CPF believes it may be due to a mental health issue instead. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is
What the Hack! Arthur Goldstuck on the CT Joburg flight, Epson’s projector push and Meta AI
In this week’s What the Hack!, Arthur Goldstuck speaks to Lester Kiewit about the remarkable numbers behind the Cape Town to Johannesburg flight, Epson’s push into home and classroom projectors. He also tests Meta’s stand alone AI platform to see how it stacks up against the likes of ChatGPT and Claude. Read more at https://gadget.co.za/ Good Morning Cape Town with Le
The secret behind a perfect cup of tea
What are the secrets behind brewing a perfect cup of tea? Does one add the milk in the beginning or only at the end? Should one re-boil water which has cooled down? Lester Kiewit speaks to Jessica Bonin, a tea entrepreneur, tea industry specialist and tea sommelier with 16 years’ experience. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show.&nb
Emerging Economies - Latin America:
Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Lyal White, faculty at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) about: newly sworn-in Colombian President, De la Espriella, facing his first big test following a devastating earthquake; Mexico’s server export boom is fuelling economic performance; and a classic Latin American adaptation nears its end. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a
Is it time to re-jig our public holidays?
Public holidays in South Africa can be extremely disruptive to the economy because they can disrupt the work week especially when they occur on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. In many countries they observe special holidays by having them on a Monday or Friday, thereby creating a long weekend and allowing for people to get proper time off to relax and go out, resulting in an uptick for business
A World View from London :US aircraft carrier crisis
Ukraine’s deepening retaliation and a huge exchange of drones and missiles; a broken aircraft carrier and the ongoing crisis on the USS Abraham Lincoln; and a glittering, gold find by builders in Belgium. 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
Empty seats: The cost of SA Rugby’s high ticket prices for All Blacks tour
Lester Kiewit speaks to Nqobile Ndlovu, director and founder of Cash N Sport, about the huge number of empty seats visible during the All Blacks games against the Bulls and Sharks. Were high ticket prices by SA Rugby to blame? 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 Cap
Why ConCourt ruling is about more than just stopping Shell from damaging the Wild Coast
Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor of Sociology and Political Economist Professor Patrick Bond from the University of Johannesburg about a historic ruling by the Constitutional Court, blocking Shell from renewing its offshore oil and gas exploration rights along the Wild Coast. Prof Bond discusses the broader impact, and why he also sees race politics at play. Good Morning Cape Town wit
Herpesvirus wipes out masses of west coast fish
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Janet Coetzee, Senior Marine Scientist at the South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) about why so many sardines are dying and washing up on our west coast. The DFFE have found the fish tested positive for the pilchard herpesvirus (PHV). The department has warned people not to eat the fish found washed up or dying. Good Morning C
Feeding scheme lines are longer now than during Covid lockdown
Lester Kiewit speals to Shaheeda Duncan who founded a feeding scheme in Mitchells Plain. The Duncan Feeding Scheme has been operational since 2019, and she says the current cost of living crisis is driving more people to her queues than the covid lockdown. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town
Binge-watching options this weekend: Celebrating women
Are you in the mood for some binge-watching this weekend? Lester Kiewit chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: - Elle Season 1 (Prime) - Lucky Season 1 (Apple TV) - Something Very Bad is Going to Happen (Netflix) &nb
What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: Parly shuts down Fadiel’s claims of a faulty laptop
Lester Kiewit speaks to BusinessDay political correspondent, Tara Roos, about how Parliament is disputing Fadiel Adams’ claims of a faulty laptop; the Mkhwanazi ad hoc committee is divided over findings as their report deadline looms; and Ramaphosa launches digital travel authorisation to boost tourism and border security. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the
The Bottom of the Week with Tyrone Fisher:
The Bottom of the Week with Tyrone Fisher is back after a short break, and this week we were quite surprised that we got anything from him at all because he’s been unable to concentrate on anything thanks to noisy renovations taking place in the apartment above him. Even a trip to the shopping centre didn’t help thanks to the bombardment of promo stalls. Tyrone speaks to Lester Kiewit
A World View from London: Putin Angers Japan
President Putin angers Japan by visiting the disputed Kuril Islands; Canada’s public revolt as people want to expel the U.S. ambassador; and an Arctic indiscretion as a cruise ship wakes a polar bear. 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 aut
City of Cape Town releases land for affordable housing
The City of Cape Town is releasing a 71,8-Hectare piece of land for the purpose of developing affordable housing through a public-private partnership. Located along the N7 freeway and opposite the Dunoon informal settlement, the City of Cape Town has now invited developers to submit their proposals by 21 October 2026. Lester Kiewit speaks to Councillor Carl Pophaim, City of Cape Town Mayoral Commi
Understanding how athletes handle extreme heat could save lives
Understanding how athletes handle extreme heat could save lives. Dr Caroline D’Alton is a lecturer in the Department of Human Biology at UCT, and talks to Lester Kiewit about the risks of competing at an elite level in extreme heat; and what we need to know about the heat stress index, and why should athletes and sports fans be paying attention to it. Good Morning Cape Town with Leste
Cyber sense, making sense of scams: when your hotel booking becomes the scammer’s way in
This week’s Cyber Sense feature focuses on “reservation hijacking”, a growing online scam targeting travellers after they make legitimate hotel bookings. Lester Kiewit speaks to Boikokobetso Makhetloane, also known online as Mr Fingerz, a cybersecurity expert, educator, trainer, and TikTok content creator, about how criminals can use stolen booking information and compromised hot
The voices that got the Cape talking
Too young for dating? Should there be a dedicated day set aside for men? These were some of the topics that got everyone talking this week and Lester Kiewit gives a quick recap of the popular themes which dominated the show, through the calls and messages from our faithful listeners. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme
Caryn Dolley discusses The Untouchables: Drug Lords, Dirty Cops, and South Africa’s Darkest Secrets
Lester Kiewit speaks to journalist Caryn Dolley about her latest book, “The Untouchables: Drug Lords, Dirty Cops, and South Africa’s Darkest Secrets,” which delves into South Africa’s underworld and how deeply organised crime as worked its way into the arms of government. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. Thi
A World View from London: Iran targets exercising Americans
Iran targets exercising Americans as the result of an app security lapse; a US citizen and ex marine freed by Russia; and the Danube reveals more history. 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 Tow
Meet the Cape’s new Police Commissioner
Lester Kiewit speaks to the new SAPS Provincial Commissioner of the Western Cape, Lieutenant General Sizakhele William Dyantyi about his mission and priorities as the Cape sees a brutal spike in murders and gang related violence. 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
Could South Africa have a Men’s Day?
Could South Africa have a Men’s Day? A proposal for a dedicated Men’s Day in South Africa has sparked a conversation about whether men and boys need greater recognition and support. Nikita Harris, a media and PR professional, social impact advocate and founder of Legacy Nation, joins Lester Kiewit to discuss the proposal, her concerns around the empowerment of boys and young men, and w
WCED clarifies existence of school rule on learners not entering shop alone
Lester Kiewit speaks to Bronagh Hammond, Director of Communication at the Western Cape Education Department, to clarify if schools such as San Souci have ever imposed a rule that learners may not enter specific shops on their own (without being accompanied by a parent or an adult). Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is
New V&A Waterfront hotel divides opinion over its bold architectural design
The new Cape Town EDITION hotel at the V&A Waterfront is already dividing opinion online. The roughly R1 billion development, part of the Quay 7 project alongside the new superyacht marina, has attracted praise for its bold, contemporary design, while others have compared its concrete-heavy aesthetic to Brutalism. Allan Nenguke, Development Executive at the V&A Waterfront, speaks to Lester
How harm reduction programmes can save more lives
Lester Kiewit speaks to journalist Roger Young, who has spent 12 years on and off, living on the streets, battling his addiction. He explains how harm reduction can be harnessed to save more lives, but it has to be done consistently. 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
A World View from London: Colombia earthquake aftermath
Lester Kiewit speaks to world news correspondent Adam Gilchrist about major global stories, including Colombia’s earthquake aftermath, President Trump’s plane swap due to Iranian threats, and France's ban on cold calling. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. Lester Kiewit brings you a fresh and reliable start to the day on Go
Sans Souci Engen ban: Parents question why pupils are being singled out
Concerns are being raised by a parent of a Sans Souci Girls’ High School learner after pupils were reportedly told they could not enter a nearby Engen service station unless accompanied by a parent. A video circulating on social media appears to show the restriction being enforced, raising questions about why Sans Souci learners are being singled out and whether restricting access for an ent
Sea Point e-scooter rules put the brakes on unsafe riding
The City of Cape Town is introducing new rules for e-scooters, e-bikes and other electric mobility devices on the Sea Point Promenade, following concerns about speeding and conflicts with pedestrians. The new Sea Point Promenade Management Protocol includes an 8km/h speed limit in shared pedestrian areas, gives pedestrians right of way, and introduces restrictions on reckless riding, oversized and
Why new mining regulations miss the mark and only punish the poor
Lester Kiewit speaks to Christopher Rutledge, Executive Director at Mining Affected Communities United In Action (Macua) about the General Mining Laws Amendment Bill which has been approved by Cabinet. Government is hoping it plugs the holes in their efforts to stop illicit mining and related criminal activities. But Macua says it merely targets the poorest people involved and does not tackle the
GroundUp News: Jamestown luxury development row
Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October, deputy editor of GroundUp News, about the latest local stories. This includes the future of a farming community in Jamestown, which is under pressure as residents oppose plans for a new luxury gated development, while a police torture case involving three officers accused of assaulting a Mowbray barber heads to the regional court today after more than
E-scooter operators respond to new Sea Point Promenade rules
The City of Cape Town is introducing new rules for e-scooters, e-bikes and other electric mobility devices on the Sea Point Promenade, including an 8km/h speed limit in shared pedestrian areas and tighter controls around rider behaviour and the size of devices. But what do the operators themselves make of the changes? Muhammed from Scoot Up, one of the e-scooter operators on the Promenade, sp
The Africa Report with The Continent: Malaria, Elections and Russian Mercenaries
Malaria moving south, Zambia heading to the polls and Russian mercenaries accused of bombing a village they were supposed to be protecting in Mali. The latest stories from across Africa are discussed with the editorial team at The Continent, the free online newspaper delivering insightful reporting from journalists across the continent. You can get The Continent for free and have it delivered to y
Are non-alcoholic drinkers changing the way bars and restaurants price their drinks?
Cara’s viral video questioning a R72 bill for three soft drinks opened up a much bigger debate about the cost of going out in Cape Town. While Cara said the price felt steep, she also acknowledged that restaurants have significant overheads and that there is nuance to the debate. So what happens when more customers choose soft drinks, mocktails and other non-alcoholic options instead of alco
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