Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Wasanga is joined by rugby365 Managing Editor, Jan de Koning to talk about the European Rugby Champions Cup fixtures taking place this weekend. The Stormers, Sharks and Bulls are competing in the top-tier Champions Cup, while the Lions and Cheetahs are in the Challenge Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wasanga is joined by Deputy federal chairperson candidate, Solly Malatsi to talk about the Democratic Alliance (DA) federal congress and why he decided to throw his name in the hat for ‘Deputy federal chairperson’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wasanga is joined by Islamic Relief South Africas’ Content Creation Coordinator, Junaid Rylands to talk about the work they do and how listeners can assist. Islamic Relief is a leading faith-based charity, working globally to support those in need. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week our favourite resident fitness enthusiast (back runner; participator & chief motivator) Liezel van der Westhuizen brings you some of the most interesting, most fun, and family-friendly activities and fitness experiences out there - that keep us healthy and get us fit! Tune in as this is for anyone at any fitness level, for any weekend warrior and any keen participatory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Spokesperson for the Zimbabwe Community in South Africa, Bongani Mkhwanazi to reflect on the Department of Home Affairs extending the blanket concession to 31 December 2023 for long-term visa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Debt Rescue COO, Annaline Van Der Pool to talk about how you can adapt your finances in the face of rising interest rates. Annaline says that drafting a monthly budget will allow you to track their spending so they can see where their money is going. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This 'Test it out Thursday' our resident fitness, health, and wellness enthusiast Liezel van der Westhuizen, finds out about the benefits of one of the most multi-use crops in South Africa - where, sustainably, not even one part of the plant goes to waste See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by South African Council for Educators (SACE) Legal and Ethics Manager George Moroasui to talk about the 191 cases of sexual misconduct reported and why only 4 educators have been brought to book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by DA Gauteng Leader Solly Msimanga to talk about the new City Of Tshwane Mayor. Democratic Alliance (DA) councillor Cilliers Brink has been elected the new executive mayor of the City of Tshwane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in our weekly health segment, Africa is joined by Dr Arien Van Der Merwe, Medical Doctor to talk about the Importance of gut health. Gas, bloating, constipation, and diarrhoea are just a few symptoms of an unhealthy gut, but it can also manifest in a variety of other ways. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turns out, you can have fun & gain health perks with unconventional activities too - Escape Rooms are a prime example, and our resident fitness enthusiast has a list of health perks you've got to hear! Tune in to find out more about why you should book an Escape Room with your favourites, now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Executive: Corporate Services at the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), Phindiwe Gwebu to talk about the Universal Safety Oversight Audit currently underway, testing air safety in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by OR Tambo District Municipality Spokesperson, Zimkhitha Macingwane to get an update on the Eastern Cape floods. Torrential rainfall over the past week, resulted in loss of life, displacement of communities and damage to infrastructure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Chief Executive Officer at Thompsons Travel, Wendy Schulze to talk about local destinations listeners can visit during their Easter holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Been wondering what fitness knowledge to keep and what to forget? Listen in to our resident fitness enthusiast Liezel van der Westhuizen sharing her insider knowledge on fitness, and what science says on exercises, health and so much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Legal Analyst, Mpumelelo Zikalala to reflect on the countrys justice system after the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) confirmed that the ‘Facebook Rapist’ Thabo Bester did escape from the Mangaung Correctional Centre in Bloemfontien. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa is joined by Post-Doctoral Fellow: Head of the Centre for Sport Leadership at Stellenbosch University, Dr Nana Adom-Aboagye to reflect on the decision by World Athletics to ban transgender women athletes. The council's policy will come into effect on the 31 March. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men in Speedos have the power to change lives, it turns out, and the Hollard Daredevil Run proves it - with fundraising success! Tune in to our resident fitness enthusiast Liezel van der Westhuizen sharing more about brave runners, Cancer, and the scary health facts many need to face. Don't miss this motivating Monday story! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zain Johnson is joined by Absa Cape Epic Managing Director, Michael Flinn to talk about the final stages of the 2023 ABSA Cape Epic. The Absa Cape Epic is an annual mountain bike stage race held in the Western Cape, South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zain Johnson is joined by CEO at TB HIV Care, Prof Harry to reflect on World Tuberculosis (TB) Awareness Day observed annually on March 24th. South Africa has one of the highest TB rates in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.