The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Katleho Ramaphakela, Producer of How to Ruin Love.

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The Mr Price Mic.

What’s Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Dr. Nicole Beardsworth, Election Analyst and Lecturer at University of the Witwatersrand.

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Tshidi Madia, EWN Associate political editor.

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Iceland’s erupting volcano; battle of balloons between the Koreas. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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Speaking with Bongani Bingwa is Dave Cato, Executive Head of the Drakensberg Boys Choir School, which is participating in Music in the City 2024 from May 30 to June 2, 2024, on the Nelson Mandela Stage at the Johannesburg Theatre. The internationally acclaimed group's music will be included in a presentation that promises to be a world-class experience.  

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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After the election, Bonga Bingwa asks political analysts Lukhona Mnguni and Sanusha Naidu about what will happen next? Will there be a coalition in the upcoming government? Will 50% or less be the ANC? Did the smaller parties accomplish enough in the field to gain a seat in government? What's stated in the polls? 

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Bongani Bingwa talks with the IEC commissioner Janet Love on the election's preparedness. Specifically, how will the IEC's level of preparation impact the election's counting and result?  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Nhlanhla Kutu, Actor, of the highly awaited production 'Unlikely Secret Agent', which will run at the Market Theatre till June 2. The award-winning play is based on the incredible story of Eleanor Kasrils and her brave fight against apartheid in South Africa. An unassuming bookshop employee and single mother becomes a clandestine ANC operative and is apprehended, interrogated, and targeted by the Security Police.

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Three European countries recognise Palestine as a state; a dirty protest in France over Olympics. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Lester Kiewit.

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Hate touching wooden utensils.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with EWN reporters, Bernadette Wicks, Nhlanhla Mabaso and Tshidi Madia on the turnup of citizens in various voting stations as South Africans head to the polls today.

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So we are not the only country heading to an election today Another ruling party in SADC is also heading to the polls today .. and it’s an Island nation Madagascar.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Julia Sotirianakos, CEO of the Reach for Dream Foundation, about slipper day and how people can support the initiative by 'Reach For A Dream', a leading non-profit organisation, to help children fight a serious disease by making their dreams come true by purchasing an R20 sticker and slipping into their favourite slippers.

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FBI is getting to help out in British Museum’s stolen treasure; Betty Nash, world’s longest-serving air stewardess, has died. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa. 

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How many men does it take to fold a pram?

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Rev Frank Chikane, Trustee of the Kagiso Trust, about their voter encouragement campaign and the importance of South Africans exercising their democratic right to vote, participate, and be active citizens in the upcoming General Elections, both today and tomorrow.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Tshidi Madia about the first day of special voting, how unpredictable and unique elections are, and cab violence in Mthatha, which has resulted in the closure of 107 stations.

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Actress Jessica Nkosi speaks to Bongani Bingwa about her experience on the Masked Singer South Africa.

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A devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea; a Mexican heatwave is killing wildlife in the jungle. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Prof. Mosa Moshabela, incoming UCT Vice Chancellor about his plans to stabilize the university.

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Lost everything in a tornado.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Naledi Pandor, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation joins Bongani Bingwa to speak about the ICJ ruling on Israel’s offensive on Rafah.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Mawethu Mosery, Deputy Chief Electoral Officer of the IEC, about the IEC’s readiness for special voting and election week.

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Ray White speaks with Bassline Festival founder Brad Holmes about what attendees can expect from this year's exhilarating music experience, which will take place in a truly urban setting at Johannesburg's iconic Constitution Hill on Saturday, May 25th (Africa Day). The Fest will feature the best of contemporary African music, with artists such as Lira, Maleh, and Tamara Dey on the lineup.

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China’s military exercises has Taiwan surrounded; Emergency survival kits part of official advice from UK Government. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Ray White. 

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When your parents express happiness about the choices you've made.

What’s Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Ray White speaks with Chairperson of the Gauteng Care Crisis Committee, Lisa Vetten, reacting to the ruling handed down by the Johannesburg High Court's ruling against the Gauteng Department of Social Development over a variety of issues, including the delay in the adjudication and funding process for NPOs.

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Ray White speaks with Senior Research Fellow: Centre for Diplomacy and Leadership at the University of Johannesburg, Dr. Oscar van Heerden on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) which is expected to deliver its order on South Africa’s latest request for a ceasefire in Gaza, at the Peace Palace in The Hague, today, in hopes it would increase the international legal pressure after the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) top prosecutor announced he was seeking arrest warrants for top Israeli and Hamas leaders.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jacques Els, Standard Bank's Head of Wealth & Investment, about what the audience can expect at the 12th annual 'Kingsmead Book Fair', which will take place this Saturday, May 25th, in Johannesburg, opposite the Rosebank Gautrain station, with programme participants including Caster Semenya, Jonathan Ancer, Naledi Shange, Jo Watson, Shafinaaz Hassim, Pip Williams, Natalie Conyer, Oyama Mabandla, Kobby Ben Ben, Shubnum Khan, and Darrel Bristow-Bovey.

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Anti-tourism protests in Spain going too far? A U.K. General Election has been called. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa. 

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What’s Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Meshack Ntshauba, General Secretary of Demawusa, about the strike by some workers contracted to Pikitup, which has disrupted services, resulting in waste piling up in surrounding areas and leaving residents to deal with the aftermath of the ongoing protest, with workers demanding permanent positions from the waste management company.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tshidi Madia, EWN Political Editor, about the IEC launching the National Results Operation Centre at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand for the first time since 1994, the commission's handling of 17 cases, and the institution's credibility.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Nozizwe Vundla, Head of the Sanlam Foundation, about how their Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme benefits small and medium-sized businesses by providing them with financial confidence and the interventions they require, as well as how they identify and assess those SME's in need of assistance.

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One passenger died and many injured during massive air turbulence on flight; Greece’s people smuggling trial might have wrong suspects; Russian paranoia over colours of Ukraine. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa. 

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with EWN Reporter Orrin Singh and Greg Vermaak, a Property Attorney who specialises in building hijackings, about alleged conman and mastermind behind building hijackings in the CBD Jonathan Constable, who was gunned down inside a spaza shop on the corner of Melle and Stiemens in Braamfontein on Monday night, and the growing problem of building hijacking in Johannesburg, which law enforcement are struggling to solve.

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Southern Africa on the grip of severe drought.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Ringo Madlingozi, Singer Songwriter, on what the audience can expect from 'Mayibuye iAfrica', which will explore South Africa's progress over the last three decades while reflecting on the role and significance of music. The renowned roster for this year's show includes Ringo Madlingozi, Hotstix Mabuse, Mahotella Queens, Hope Masike, Simphiwe Dana, and many more. We are now joined by one of the performers, the great Ringo Madlingozi.

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UK blood scandal investigated; Moldovan man survives being buried for four days; Taiwan’s new Premier sends message to China. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Crystal Orderson, Africa Correspondent. 

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Sarah Burger, Director of Horizon Forensics, about their investigation into Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane, who allegedly lacked the honours level qualification, and had not applied for recognition of prior learning that would have allowed him to enter the master's programme.

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Bongani Bingwa - EWN Political editor Tshidi Madia discusses key takeaways from her and Clement's interview with ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa tomorrow, including the president's reaction to the Constitutional Court ruling that former President Jacob Zuma cannot run as a candidate in next week's elections, and how people have yet to decide who to vote for on May 29th.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Banyana Banyana and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Andile Dlamini about taking part in 'The Masked Singer' stage, which has returned with Season 2. The show, proudly sponsored by Andolex®, airs on S3 (formerly SABC 3) on Saturdays at 18:30 with the return of J'Something from Micasa, Somizi Mhlongo, Skhumba Hlophe, and Sithelo Shozi to rack their brains to solve the show's mysterious masked cases.

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Russian glide bombs; Manchester City bags fourth successive title. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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Graeme Raubenheimer, EWN Correspondent, discussed voter turnout in London, United Kingdom, the largest voting station both inside and outside of South Africa, as well as expats' perceptions on politics back home as they headed to vote this past weekend.

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Lieutenant-General Tebello Mosikili discussed preparations and security arrangements for the impending national and provincial elections in South Africa in the next ten days.

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South Africans living abroad, including Louis Oelofse from Germany and Musa Mdunge and Omogolo Taunyane from the United Kingdom, described their overseas voting experiences over the weekend, encouraging more South Africans to vote on May 29th.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with South African comedian Kagiso Lediga, about what to expect at the comedy event of the year, 'DemoCrazy: A Roast of South Africa', which takes place on May 22nd and features an exciting lineup of comedians including Mpho Popps, Celeste Ntuli, Skhumba, Melt Sieberhagen, Banele Ndaba, and many more.

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Gaza’s new harbour as America’s instant aid port arrives; and Europe holds annual mullet festival. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Africa Melane.

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Airline worker falls from airplane.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa spoke with Ronald Lamola, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, about South Africa's return to the International Court of Justice to seek an immediate halt to Israel's Rafah offensive.

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Bongani Bingwa discusses with Tshidi Madia, EWN Political Editor, about various campaigns pulling out all the stops in a last-ditch effort to persuade voters in 11 days, as well as the possibility of independent and new parties this election season.

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Protests in New Caledonia; Parisian Olympic security will be tight. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Roberta Coci, Co-founder of the RMB Latitudes Art Fair, about what the audience can expect from the RMB Latitudes Art Fair 2024, which will be held at Shepstone Gardens, a three-acre venue in the heart of Johannesburg from May 24 to 26, 2024.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Nothemba Madumo, Radio Maestro and Host of Jazz and Beyond on the launch of Standard Bank Joy of Jazz edition, on the 29th and 30th of September, at the Sandton Convention Centre.

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Woman loves The Holiday.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Dr Nicholas Crisp, Deputy Director-General of National Health Insurance, about the signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law, whether individuals should continue to pay their medical aid premiums, and where the money will come from to support the bill.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Tshidi Madia, EWN Political Editor, on the African National Congress' manifesto offering, the timing of the president signing the NHI into law, and opposition reactions to the offering.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Takalani Netshitenzhe, Director of External Affairs for Vodacom South Africa, Vodacom Foundation, about the initiative in education and gender empowerment, including gender-based violence.

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Billboard falls in India killing 14; manhunt after a prison van ambush in France,  a medal for sister who saved her twin from a crocodile. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) Deputy Chief Electoral Officer, Mawethu Mosery, on the state of readiness when it comes to the upcoming elections in 13 days, the United Kingdom having two voting days and the largest voting station, and the process of securing the ballot papers once they have been cast.

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And to the ultimate world cruise - WHY it had to add more additional stop overs in Africa--How customers took to social media to demand additional stops during the cruise.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Deadly Murder Director and Actor Martin Grendele on what audiences can expect from the play 'Deadly Murder', which runs from today to May 25th at the Theatre On The Square.

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Cross-border co-operation leads to arrest of a people smuggler; Russian threat levels have out military conscription on the agenda. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa.

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RMB is committed to investing in growth on the African continent, and they will be sharing their deep insights through the Africa Focus series on 702, hosted by Crystal Orderson. This week’s focus is on sustainable finance and why it is important for Africa, as well as the role of the African Development Bank in assisting African governments in accessing sustainable finance.

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Gareth Newham, Head of Justice and Violence Prevention at the Institute for Security Studies, about crime and safety concerns, the government's intention to improve law enforcement personnel by the end of 2025, and the importance of well-trained and motivated police officers.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tshidi Madia, EWN Political Editor, on election results predictions, Economic Freedom Fighter Leader Julius Malema's efforts to break ground, his election campaigns, and the potential of coalitions.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with  Dis-Chem Pharmacies National Clinic executive Lizeth Kruger, who provided additional information on the #BetterTomorrowStartsHere project, which aims to reduce the burden of lung cancer by accelerating biopsy procedures.

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Anti-tourism demonstrations in Ibiza; an unusual traffic jam in China.  Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Bongani Bingwa. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thembisile Sehloho, Chief Marketing Officer for South African Tourism, about this year's 'Africa Travel Indaba'.

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A break up celebration.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Kganki Matabane, Black Business Council CEO, on the challenges faced when it comes to BEE legislation, whether the B-BBEE Commission has been able to address these issues in the past 6 years, and progress that still needs to be made.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tshidi Madia, EWN Political Editor, about her interview with former President Kgalema Motlanthe, how KwaZulu-Natal is proving to be a key battleground for political parties, the ANC's struggle for supporters in the province, and how KwaZulu-Natal residents perceive the new political party uMkhonto Wesizwe.

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Ray White speaks with Ross Learmonth, Singer Songwriter on his latest single and his upcoming performance ‘Mom's Day Out with Ross Learmonth’ at Toadbury Hall on Sunday.

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A Victory Day parade in Russia but depleted military is evident; Argentina’s sunken sub revealed as Nazi u-boat. Adam Gilchrist shares details on all these stories with Ray White. 

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Ray White speaks with Herman Mashaba, Leader of ActionSA, on his party's plan for inclusive economic empowerment with the aim of dismantling the barriers that have hindered economic empowerment, and how the introduction of legislation to establish an Opportunity Fund where big business will contrivute 5% of its profits will empower communities.

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Ray White speaks with Richard Frost, Head of Cybersecurity at Armata who discusses the worrying rise in digital payment fraud as tap-to-pay contactless payments gain popularity in South Africa.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with singer-songwriter Thandiswa Mazwai on the release of her highly anticipated album Sankofa, her upcoming live performance on the 11th of May, and the  reflection of the 20th anniversary of her album 'Zabalaza'.

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Terrible scenes from Brazil where flooding has affected over 1 million people; plug pulled on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine; a specialist airline for dogs (and their owners). Adam Gilchrist shares all the details with Bongani Bingwa.

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Trucker exercising during long trip.

What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Minister Maropene Ramokgopa, Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation ,  about the progress made in South Africa's political, social, and economic transformation over the last 30 years of democracy.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Julius Kleynhan, Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse Executive Director for Local Government concerning Johannesburg City Library's closure since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 owing to structural difficulties identified by a preliminary status report.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Taz Hajigeorgiou, Lottostar CEO, who shared more on their initiative ‘Jumping Kids’ dedicated to assisting children in acquiring prosthetic equipment after amputation.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Buli Ndlovu, Nedbank Executive Head of Retail and Business Banking Marketing, on what attendees may expect from the Nedbank International Polo, which will return for the ultimate clash between polo reigning nations on May 11, 2024

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Ukraine’s president says he is being targeted for assassination; bonb threats across Slovakia; a royal snub for Prince Harry from King Charles. Adam Gilchrist shares the details with Bongani Bingwa.

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What’s Gone Viral with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Leon van Wyk, George Local Municipality Mayor, on the latest development when it comes to  George Municipality where  75 construction workers were trapped on site when the building collapsed, stating that 35 extractions had been made, 7 fatalities, and that Emergency and disaster teams are continuing to scramble to rescue more.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with the Chair of the federal council for the Democratic Alliance, Helen Zille who defended the controversial election advert which depicts a burning SA flag, stating the party was trying to convey a message about what would happen if voters did not support it in the upcoming elections.

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As the East African region mourns the death of hundreds of people who lost their lives in the flash floods that continue to ravage parts of Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi and Rwanda there is a rush from Governments to rescue communities.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Nozipho Khumalo, National Marketing Manager at Pareto Malls who shared what people can expect as they are   set to honour mothers in a special way this Mother’s Day with its exclusive Brush & Brunch art experience taking place on 11 and 12 May at Southgate Mall.

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A vigil in Mexico after three surfers murdered; China hacks British defence; France reclaims title with record-breaking baguette. Adam Gilchrist shares all the details with Bongani Bingwa.

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