Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Mar 09 2025 100 ep. 8 mins 286

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What the US Exit Means for SA’s Just Energy Transition

Mar 09 2025 10 mins

Guest: Matthew Cruise | Energy Expert at Impower The US exits South Africa’s R168.7 billion energy transition deal, but the plan moves forward. Africa Melane speaks to energy expert at Impower, Matthew Cruise to discuss the way forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the 2025 Budget Speech

Mar 09 2025 11 mins

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana defends a VAT hike to sustain social grants, sparking a heated political debate. With economic pressures mounting and coalition tensions rising, will South Africa’s budget speech provide clarity or deepen divisions? Africa Melane speaks to Carika Middelburg, Risk Analyst at the Centre for Risk Analysis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

Property: The Top 6 trending provinces in South Africa

Mar 09 2025 8 mins

Five inland regions and one coastal province are trending as top property choices in South Africa. Africa Melane speaks to Luxury Property Expert, Victor Ngomane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fitness: Cape Town Cycle Tour recap

Mar 09 2025 10 mins

The 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour delivered unforgettable moments, from Tyler Lange’s historic win to Pia Grünewald’s daring solo attack that rewrote the record books. Fitness presenter & mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen explores the highlights, expert training insights, and why this event remains a bucket-list experience for cycling fans across the g

Gearing up for The Cape Town Cycle Tour this weekend

Mar 06 2025 7 mins

Guest: David Bellairs | Director at The Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust Cape Town gears up to welcome cyclists for the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour. Africa Melane speaks to David Bellairs, Director at The Cape Town Cycle Tour Trust ahead of the race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state of Johannesburg’s infrastructure crisis

Mar 06 2025 9 mins

Johannesburg’s infrastructure is in crisis, and with the G20 Summit approaching, the pressure is on. Can the city turn things around in time? Africa Melane chats with an urban sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fitness Guide: Fun, Fabulous & Fit for All

Mar 06 2025 6 mins

Liezel van der Westhuizen, brings you the ultimate list of the most exciting, family-friendly, and inclusive fitness events for the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NPO: Lunch Box Theatre using theatre as a medium to educate, entertain and employ

Mar 06 2025 6 mins

Join Africa Melane as he chats with Stuart Palmer about the power of storytelling and the incredible journey of Lunchbox Theatre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch out! Tow truck drivers staging very convincing scams to fleece motorists out of thousands, SAMBRA warns |

Mar 05 2025 7 mins

Africa Melane speak to SAMBRA’s National Director, Juan Hanekom on the news that truck drivers staging very convincing scams to fleece motorists out of thousandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women in Business 2025 Report: a young woman starting her career today will wait more than 25 years before seeing equal leadership representation

Mar 05 2025 6 mins

Africa Melane interviews Agnes Dire, Board Chairperson and Director at SNG Grant Thornton on their Women in Business 2025 Report revealing that gender parity in senior management will only be achieved by 2051See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.