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The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener

Primedia Broadcasting
South Africa
Johannesburg
Cape Town
Democratic Alliance
Julius Malema
Madlanga Commission
National Prosecuting Authority
Cyril Ramaphosa
Parliament
Julius Mkhwanazi
ANC
Parliament Of South Africa
Constitutional Court
Midlanga Commission
Illegal Immigration
Border Management Authority
Ramaphosa
Local Government Elections
South African Communist Party
Police

National and international news and current affairs updated at midday each weekday.

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Latest Episodes

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Reporter, Dimakatso Leshoro about Day 3 of the trial for Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala and his four co-accused.

The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The sho... more

Mandy Wiener speaks to EWN Reporter, Kgomotso Modise about the Former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa Nqakula trial continuing at the PTA High Court on corruption charges.

The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship... more

Mandy Wiener speaks to ANC Acting National Spokesperson, Zuko Godlimpi about the ANC welcoming the WC high court judgement on the Section 89 process.

The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essenti... more

Mandy Wiener speaks to Legal Expert, Ulrich Roux for legal analysis on the Western Cape High Court granting President Cyril Ramaphosa the interdict to halt the Section 89 process.

The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship n... more

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Recent Guests

Taviso Gorba
EWN reporter covering the Madlanga Commission
EWN
Episode: The Midday Report: Andrea Johnson, IDAC Head, testifies before the Madlanga Commission, 1st Witness testifies at the Matlala trial and Ekurhuleni R7bn debt crisis
Katucelo Rasalingwani
Ekurhuleni DA mayoral candidate
Democratic Alliance
Episode: Ekurhuleni R7bn debt crisis
Nicolás Bauer
Correspondent in Madrid reporting on the celebration
Episode: Spain become 2026 FIFA World Cup Champions
Nicholas Gotsell
DA NCOP member on Security & Justice
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: DA files PAIA for interim Operation Prosper report as gangs roam freely
Nkosikhona Malinga-Mnisi
Reporter covering the story on the ground
Malibongwe Media (reported context based on transcript)
Episode: Former Emfuleni Local Municipality fleet manager is expected to appear in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates' Court
Witness K
Witness who appeared in court and testified at the Madagascar Commission of Inquiry
Episode: Julius Mkhwanazi and Witness K to appear in court in connection with the R14.9 Million worth of precious stones
Ann Bernstein
Executive Director at the Center for Development and Enterprise
Center for Development and Enterprise
Episode: The Midday Report: Madlanga Commission subpoenas IDAC Boss, Adv Andrea Johnson, Cleveland Mass Shooting trio abandon bail and Sports Wrap
Talita Burdram
Representative from MyDesk Global (desk access and education initiative)
MyDesk Global
Episode: World Youth Skills Day
Koleka Taleka
Public Protector Advocate
Public Protector South Africa
Episode: Public Protector to provide update on spaza shops food safety probe

Host

Mandy Wiener
Host of The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener; experienced radio/journalism presence providing national news and current affairs context.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Critical, unbiased commentary

    Succinct and to the point, covering what South Africans should hear in the news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucegoose06
    South Africa3 years ago
  • Highly recommended

    One of the best shows ever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonganie280
    South Africa4 years ago
  • Mandy Weiner

    Stand-in presenter Ismail introduces guest in such a stressful way that it is not possible to listen what he is say but rather how he is saying it, it’s embarrassing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Flicycle
    South Africa5 years ago
  • Segments and full show in single feed

    The one issue I have is that they publish snippets of the show per topic.. and occasionally the entire show or parts that include other parts.

    These repeats annoy me a lot. Guys stick to one strat.. full show or topic based snippets.. but not both in one feed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kashif.Khan.ZA
    South Africa9 years ago
  • do not care

    This is a daily news show, these idiots update the feed every five days,

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Hietazeca
    South Africa9 years ago

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A few reviews mention delivery style during interviews and balance of perspectives.
Some listeners criticize the feed for repeating or splitting full show into topic-based snippets.
Listeners appreciate concise, informed coverage of South African news and policy.

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DA files PAIA for interim Operation Prosper report as gangs roam freely
Q: Is there a link between the operation and spending or tangible outcomes like convictions?
The guest points to high taxpayer costs and questions about whether the program has yielded substantial convictions or lasting reductions in violence, underscoring the need for accountability and data.
DA files PAIA for interim Operation Prosper report as gangs roam freely
Q: What is the measure of success for Operation Prosper?
The guest argues the operation is an interim measure focused on aiding police mobilization and dismantling networks, with true impact visible only when big targets are convicted and clearer metrics are available.
DA files PAIA for interim Operation Prosper report as gangs roam freely
Q: How effective do you think Operation Prosper has been in fighting gang hotspots and violence?
The guest emphasizes that while there are reported successes, concrete metrics are lacking; asks whether cases reach court, whether there are convictions, and how spending is accounted for, suggesting the operation's true impact remains unclear without transparent data.
Public Protector to provide update on spaza shops food safety probe
Q: Take us through some of the Public Protector's findings.
The findings indicate provincial and municipal staffing gaps in Gauteng, with environmental health practitioners overwhelmed by large resident populations, leading to delayed inspections and ongoing susceptibility of spaza shops to food safety incidents, including the Naledi case in Soweto.
Ekurhuleni R7bn debt crisis
Q: You're writing to the mayor of Ekurhuleni requesting a meeting. What do you hope this will achieve?
The host asks for plans to stabilize finances in the coming months and to understand how the city intends to pay creditors and prevent service delivery collapse ahead of the elections.

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What is The Midday Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced midday news program delivering both national and international current affairs, with a strong emphasis on South African policy, governance, and legal developments. Episodes commonly feature high-profile interviews (e.g., ministers and top officials) alongside in-depth reporting on immigration, municipal budgeting, court cases, and regulatory actions, balanced with civil-society perspectives and on-the-ground updates. Noteworthy is the willingness to tackle complex policy trade-offs—such as border control vs. rights, infrastructure funding vs. cross-subsidization, and accountability in higher education and public institutions—often supported by live reporting, book or expert perspectives, and host-led synthesis. The show appears... more

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1. Taviso Gorba
2. Katucelo Rasalingwani
3. Nicolás Bauer
4. Nicholas Gotsell
5. Nkosikhona Malinga-Mnisi
6. Witness K
7. Ann Bernstein
8. Talita Burdram

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