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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life.

Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares his take on the biggest global stories daily at 7:45am. Tune in daily for the ‘Hood Hang-out at 7:55am.

#CoffeeDate is a regular outside broadcast that happens on the first Monday of the month, starting in November. Each #Coffeedate is broadcast from a different community, featuring the voices and opinions of residents, ward councillors, local celebs, community leaders and you, the listener.

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit, Monday to Friday 06:00 to 9:00 on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za

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The team at Sunbet has launched a fun online platform where members of the public can place small wagers on election outcomes such as the EFF’s Julius Malema being appointed the Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Lester Kiewit speaks to Sunbet COO Gideon Mann.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Jack Devnarain, Chair of the South African Guild of Actors about the slow progress in passing the Performers’ Protection Amendment Bill, leaving the sector vulnerable to abuse and job losses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some experts suggest a government of national unity (GNU) is needed post-elections for joint accountability. Others highlight weak opposition, boosting the ANC's majority chances. Lester Kiewit weighs up the options with Chris Landsberg, Professor at University of Johannesburg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One passenger died and many injured during massive air turbulence on flight; Greece’s people smuggling trial might have wrong suspects; Russian paranoia over colours of Ukraine.  Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Lester Kiewit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Lindiwe Mazibuko, the founder and CEO of Futurelect, a non-profit, non-partisan organisation supporting a new generation of engaged citizens and ethical political and government leaders in Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Mamphela Ramphele joins Lester to discuss the decision by the Archbishop Tutu IP Trust to withdraw Archbishop Tutu's name from the Marabastad Refugee Centre. This action follows recent corruption raids and ongoing allegations of human rights violations at the facility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Zukiswa Kota, Programme Manager at the Public Service Accountability Monitor, about what happens now that parliament’s term has expired ahead of the May 29 elections, and Bills that were awaiting the president’s signature, remain on ice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Juandré Kruger, a former Springbok Professional Rugby Player joins Lester to celebrate ‘The Gift of sight Golf Day 2024’ an event held on 16th May at De Zalze Golf Club in Stellenbosch. Sponsored by ZOHO & Eye Laser Clinic, The Gift of Sight, event aimed to raise awareness and funds for cataract surgeries in South Africa, supporting those unable to afford private healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are joined in the studio this morning by Crystal Orderson to discuss the role of banks such as RMB when it comes to Sustainable Finance in Africa and growth opportunities on the African continentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever driven past a traffic light which has been destroyed in a collision and wondered to yourself how much it costs to repair or replace? Lester Kiewit was wondering about this himself, so he asked Roberto Quintas to share some information on just how much the City of Cape Town spends in attending to damaged traffic light systems. Quintas is the City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee member for Urban Mobility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Ellie Gennings, Senior Lecturer in Sport Coaching at the Department of Sport and Event Management, at Bournemouth University, about research they have conducted which points to the dangers of treating young kids as future sports stars and money spinners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UK blood scandal investigated; Moldovan man survives being buried for four days; Taiwan’s new Premier sends message to China. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Lester Kiewit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Tebza Wolf #14, a founding member of "The Wolves," comprised of Uber and Bolt drivers in Gauteng. "The Wolves" aims to protect and support e-hailing drivers against crime and provide a safety net for drivers in distress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Magnus Killander, Professor at the Centre for Human Rights in the Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria about a prosecutor at the International Criminal Court calling for the warrants of arrest for war crimes for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas's leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar. The ICC’s Karim Khan KC said there were reasonable grounds to believe that both men had criminal responsibility for crimes against humanity emanating from the 7 October attacks on Israel by Hamas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Rugby365 editor, Jan De Koning about the response to a SA Rugby Union report saying the Springboks have missed their transformation targets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Nafisa Akabor, Tech Journalist and owner of Recharged.co.za, who was recently invited by TikTok to its Singapore headquarters to see how the company is tackling election misinformation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Simon Howell, a criminologist at UCT’s Centre for Criminology, about how SAPS Special Task Force is now on a recruitment drive after losing scores of members to the private sector, which offers better pay cheques and benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit, speaks to former Springboks forwards coach, Matthew Proudfoot, about a number of recent law change announcements by World Rugby, and how it will impact the game of rugby, especially considering the Springbok dominance in the scrums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Milei is beating the odds in Argentina; Mexico is Likely to elect it first female president with a rise in feminism across the country; Haiti Gears up for Battle. Lyal White shares all the details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Naledi Pandor, Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, about South Africa once again approaching the International Court of Justice to have action taken against Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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