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Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

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South Africa
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United States
Mitchell's Plain
Artificial Intelligence
Springboks
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London
Donald Trump
Brazil
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Cape Town, South Africa
Amazon Leo
Sea Point Promenade
Gang Violence
El Niño
Genealogy
Public Holidays (south Africa)

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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Lester Kiewit speaks to barber Ramees Jansen who gives haircuts to the homeless, so they can have a sense of dignity. Ramees was also homeless once and wants to change the perception society has of those living on the streets.

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Randy Nell
Leader of the Aweh Party (Aboriginal Warriors for Economic Hope)
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Vernon Philander
Former South African bowler, now SuperSport commentator
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Yossabel Chetty
Centre for Information Integrity in Africa researcher/analyst
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Episode: Opportunists, liars and impersonators: How political parties are twisting the truth to get your vote
Vanda Felbab-Brown
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution; expert on illicit economies, urban violence, and tourism
Brookings Institution
Episode: Why powerful Mexican cartels are setting up shop in South Africa
Ahmore Burger-Smidt
Director, Regulatory Head at Werksmans Attorneys
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Miriam Bou
Representative of the Madrid Tenants Union
Madrid Tenants Union
Episode: Protesters unite against housing crisis in Spain
Benjamin Fogel
Analyst and historian focused on comparative histories of South Africa and Brazil
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Episode: Crosses and crossroads: Crucial Brazil presidential election has country on edge
Brian Ingpen
Maritime and shipping analyst
Episode: Dying to earn a wage: maritime workers pay the ultimate price

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Lester Kiewit
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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

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    Fizzers Addict
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Strong mix of experts and on-the-ground voices adds credibility and variety.
Content is accessible but sometimes seems to cut off, leaving topics feeling incomplete.
Episodes feel timely and locally relevant, but listeners may want longer conversations.

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Cape school bus drivers strike over fuel prices
Q: What is required from the WCED to resume services soon?
Praveen indicates that a meaningful engagement and a budget relief figure from the WCED are necessary, with a promised meeting to determine what percentage of relief can be accommodated before operations can restart.
Cape school bus drivers strike over fuel prices
Q: Why did you decide that today was the day to stop transporting learners?
Praveen Singh explains that after months of correspondence with the department and no positive response, and with fuel costs climbing dramatically, they could no longer absorb the unsustainable expenses under the current contractual framework.
Why teens are choosing not to vape
Q: But what does this new research tell us about teenagers who are resisting the trend?
It identifies that health and fitness motivations, plus information informed by education, can prevent uptake; the same cohort showed that knowledge about harms and sports considerations are strong drivers for avoiding vaping, which can guide targeted school messaging.
"Ytstiek issie main ding" for new Aweh party
Q: What makes Aweh different from other small parties in the area?
Aweh emphasizes grassroots, on-the-ground service with ongoing soup kitchens and direct community engagement, rather than grand promises, and uses the rainbow to symbolize unity across diverse communities.
"Ytstiek issie main ding" for new Aweh party
Q: What's your stance on LGBTQI+ inclusivity and how does the rainbow branding reflect that?
The rainbow branding reflects a commitment to inclusivity, uniting all people under shared values, rather than privileging one demographic, and aligns with our goal of equal dignity and opportunity for everyone.

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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?

A fast-paced Cape Town–flavored current affairs show that blends local governance, politics, and community issues with global perspectives. Episodes frequently cover local elections, housing and affordability, regulatory and consumer protection topics, and vibrant on-the-ground reporting from urban communities. The program often features expert guests—from lawyers and regulators to researchers and journalists—to unpack policy impacts, corruption risks, and social challenges, while also offering international takes via a WorldView segment and timely sports commentary. Notable strengths include accessible explanations of complex topics, a habit of tying national issues to Cape Town's daily life, and regular on-location broadcasts that surface... more

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2. Randy Nell
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4. Yossabel Chetty
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