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Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

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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.

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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:

- Adults (Disney+)

- ⁠Ted Lasso Season 4 (AppleTV)

- ⁠Off... more

The Proteas have kicked off their 50-overs series against the visiting Australians, with their first ODI being played in Durban on Heritage Day. It marks the start of a very busy domestic season for the team as they will be hosting Bangladesh and Eng... more

In this week’s The Bottom of the Week with Tyrone Fisher, he shares with Lester Kiewit his fear of scooters driving on pavements, and questions the shared heritage of Braai Day Each week, Tyrone speaks to Lester Kiewit about the week’s biggest talkin... more

Claims have emerged that the data of every FBI employee has been stolen; a suspected 105-Year-Old Nazi is under investigation in Germany; and silence on the bus as Singapore introduces new noise law). Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories wi... more

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Victor Matfield
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Ismail Joosub
Manager for Constitutional Advancement at the FW De Klerk Foundation
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Boikokobetso Makhetlane
Cyber security expert, educator, and trainer for corporate sector
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Lundi Wirtbosch
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Naas Botha
Former Springbok captain, legendary fly-half
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Caroline Jamal
Representative, Black River Interest Group
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Camilla Wilson
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Simon Coleman
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Hosts

John Maytham
Host with deep involvement in Cape Town's morning discourse; often guides interviews and provides on-the-ground context for national stories.
Lester Kiewit
Lead host with a focus on municipal, civic, and urban mobility issues; frequently drives conversations on local governance and public policy.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Short Episodes

    Great show but I just wish the episodes were longer than a few minutes…also the episodes abruptly cut off…they just end

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    nndeen
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just make it full

    Why you gotta cut down a 3 hour show into half a dozen ~4 minute episodes

    Apple Podcasts
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    Fizzers Addict
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners note the fast pace; some want longer deep-dives.
Episodes with short runtimes draw criticism for length and abrupt endings.
Appreciation for balance between local reporting and global context.
Positive: credible guests and timely topics; strong local relevance.

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#48
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Do we want SAPS to be diverse or representative of South Africa?
Q: What do the SAPS figures actually tell us about representation and diversity?
They show a large majority of applicants from black African backgrounds, highlighting a gap between the applicant pool and desired diversity, and suggesting that practical outreach and flexible, merit-based criteria are needed instead of rigid quotas.
LIVE and LOCAL: Victory in battle to save Cape Flats cemetery from development
Q: How do you balance housing demand with preserving sacred sites and memory for families and communities?
The guests argue that development cannot come at the expense of heritage, advocating for alternatives that protect the burial ground and involuntary desecration, while recognizing the city's housing backlog and the need for thoughtful planning.
LIVE and LOCAL: Victory in battle to save Cape Flats cemetery from development
Q: The appeal has now been dismissed, but what actually happens to that land now? Does this mean it remains undeveloped, and how is memory and sacred significance protected going forward?
Caroline explains that the land retains heritage status, and while development may be paused or halted, the question remains how best to memorialize and protect the space, with ongoing community pushback against further exhumation or development.
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry to finish off in the USA
Q: How do you see the fly-half position in SA currently, given three strong options?
He highlights Andre Pollard, Sasha Feinberg, and Manie Libbok as top-tier fly-halves, stressing that SA is fortunate to have depth at that position and that the team's selection should balance experience with opportunity for others.
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry to finish off in the USA
Q: What are your thoughts on the current SA rugby structure and its development pathways?
Naas emphasizes the importance of school systems, the Varsity Cup, and the Curry Cup, arguing that South Africa has a coherent, strong pipeline from five-year-olds to the Springboks, with a focus on developing players through multiple levels.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Good Morning Cape Town

What is Good Morning Cape Town about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show operates as a fast-paced weekday wake-up program focused on Cape Town and broader current events, blending local politics, infrastructure updates, business news, sports analysis, and global perspectives. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with ministers, city officials, academics, journalists, and subject-matter experts, plus timely updates on urban mobility, finance, and major regional/global headlines. A standout aspect is the mix of practical, actionable reporting with thoughtful commentary and regular guests who provide credibility on complex topics, along with a regional lens that ties national issues to Cape Town's context. This combination makes it helpful for listeners who want concise, credible insights across... more

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