The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about assisted dying controversy, why the artist Tracey Emin thinks her artwork 'My Bed' saved her life and Hilary Clinton testifies over the Jefferey Epstine files.  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Chris Lazarus, Chief Officer for Sales, Regions & Customer Care at Cell C, about the company’s return to the B2B ICT space and its bold new repositioning. 

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Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about your snake encounters? Where and how, what happened? 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tembeka Ngcukaitobi to unpack the fallout from the dramatic walkout by forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan during his testimony before Parliament of South Africa. The conversation interrogates the legal implications of the incident: whether there was a clear agreement on the duration of O’Sullivan’s appearance, if leaving mid-proceedings could amount to contempt of Parliament, and what potential legal consequences, if any might follow from the walkout. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Ferial Haffajee, Associate Editor at Daily Maverick, about the state of Johannesburg’s ward system and whether it is still working as intended. The discussion examines growing concerns around local governance in the city, questioning whether ward councillors are still accountable to residents, if community representation has weakened, and what the breakdown of this system means for service delivery, responsiveness, and trust in local government across Johannesburg. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thabo Phateng, Acting Regional General Manager at Cape Town International Airport, about operations gradually returning to normal following earlier disruptions. The discussion focuses on stabilising systems, clearing backlogs, assisting affected passengers, and restoring safe and efficient airport operations. 

702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.  

Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about an Australian bomb threat, a potentially dirty war and Donald Trump’s attack on Robert de Niro  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about men smiling in photos.  

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Guest: Kevin Lings, Stanlib chief economist

           Duma Gqubule, economist

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Kevin Lings and Duma Gqubule as the economists unpack taxes, debt, and economic growth, weighing in on what this year’s Budget really means for South Africa’s economy and households. 

702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.  

Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day 

Guest: Precious Nduli, Chief Commercial Officer of Discovery Insure 

Bongani Bingwa speaks to  Precious Nduli, Chief Commercial Officer of Discovery Insure the Discovery Pothole Patrol, this public-private initiative has repaired hundreds of thousands of potholes across the city using professional, long-lasting methods. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about a terror attack in Moscow, Thailand’s dead tigers and Japan’s waterworks saviour. 

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Guest: Ara Bhabha, JBX Talks Coordinator for the Joburg Film Festival

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Ara Bhabha, JBX Talks Coordinator for the Joburg Film Festival, to uncover what’s in store for the 2026 festival. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about how conscience are you of your own thoughts? 

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Guests:Sibani Mngadi is corporate relations director at Diageo South Africa

Johnny Moloto Johnny Moloto, Head of Corporate Affairs for  British American Tobacco South Africa Sub-Saharan Africa

Andrew Russell, the vice-chairman of SA Canegrowers

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sibani Mngadi of Diageo South Africa, Johnny Moloto from British American Tobacco South Africa, and Andrew Russell of SA Canegrowers to unpack the impact of so-called “sin taxes” on business from alcohol and tobacco to sugar and what these levies mean for jobs, investment, and economic sustainability. 

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Guest: Maambele Khosa, head of communications and marketing at the Centre for Epidemic Research and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (SU). 

Dominique Rocher, co-founder of Urobo Biotech

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Maambele Khosa, head of communications and marketing at the Centre for Epidemic Research and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (SU). SWEAT Africa co-organiser and an Entrepreneur and Dominique Rocher, co-founder of Urobo Biotech to unpack the key highlights and outcomes from the inaugural two-day SWEAT Africa Investor Conference. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Rejane Gwynne & Chanelle Gale about their experience at MasterChef SA and their elimination. 

702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about a 4-year war, lawlessness across Mexico and an American mystery. 

702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about how you keep your children grounded and give them balance, instead of making life easy. 

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Bongani Bingwa to Dr. Stan Moloabi, Principal Officer of Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), to get clarity on the hike, the scheme’s response to protests, and what members can expect going forward. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber on the shocking SIU findings exposing two decades of permit and visa fraud in South Africa. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Luvuyo Masinda, Chief Executive of Corporate & Investment Banking at Standard Bank Group, about the Africa Markets Conference 2026 and what it means for the African continent. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about a hospital ship for Greenland, return of the giant tortoise and an intruder at Mar-a-Largo. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about making plans with people who invite more people.

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Bongani Bingwa is in conversation with Somadoda Fikeni, Commissioner of the Public Service Commission, on the steady destruction of municipalities and local government institutions, and the alarming lack of accountability for those responsible. The discussion poses a stark moral challenge: how long can South Africans continue to look on as communities suffer under this culture of impunity? 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jabulani Khumalo, founder of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, about the return of MK Party recruits from Russia. Khumalo was at OR Tambo International Airport last week to welcome some of the recruits back home. 

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Bongani Bingwa interviews 10-year-old Blessing from Laerskool Kreft Primary, who dreams of becoming a chef. After answering all 10 questions correctly, she walking away with a R10,000 cash prize. 

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Bongani Bingwa is joined by Khabazela to unpack what’s trending online, starting with those awkward moments when you find yourself completely out of your comfort zone and have no idea how something works, and asking listeners to share their own experiences of figuring things out on the fly. They also dive into a viral “dance off” story that sparks a relatable parenting question: how do you handle it when your children fight with each other, and what’s the best way to manage sibling rivalry at home?

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Edwin Cameron, retired Constitutional Court judge and longtime HIV activist, about ageing, dignity and the future of public health in South Africa. In a powerful recent piece for the Mail & Guardian, Cameron reflects on being diagnosed with HIV at a time when it was widely seen as a death sentence — and now living well into his seventies.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Marrianne Merten, Associate Editor at Daily Maverick, about the tough questions emerging from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address. In a sharply argued opinion piece, Merten questions whether the President’s strong rhetoric on crime and the deployment of the South African National Defence Force reflect genuine urgency and political will or whether government is falling into a familiar pattern of bold announcements without meaningful accountability. They unpack opposition criticism, public frustration, and whether the state’s response matches the scale of South Africa’s crime crisis.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about the global stories making headlines. They begin in the United States, where an avalanche near Lake Tahoe in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains has left eight backcountry skiers dead and one missing, marking one of the deadliest incidents of its kind in U.S. history.In France, nine people have been arrested following the fatal assault of 23-year-old Quentin Deranque, who died after being beaten in Lyon during an event linked to the left-wing party La France Insoumise, sparking national outrage and political debate. They also look at growing concern in India ov...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Terrence McNamee, international relations specialist, and Dr Kingsley Makhubela, former ambassador and policy analyst, about the arrival of newly appointed U.S. Ambassador Brent Bozell in Pretoria. With relations between Washington and Pretoria under scrutiny amid tensions over land reform, human rights and differing global positions, they assess whether this appointment could reset diplomatic and trade ties or signal continued strain in the bilateral relationship.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi, spokesperson for the Limpopo division of the NPA, about a Limpopo murder case that has sparked debate around cultural beliefs and criminal accountability. A traditional healer was sentenced for his role in the killing of education official Malekutu Johannes Mehlape, after allegedly convincing the victim’s daughter that her father caused her mother’s death through muthi. They unpack how the law handles cases where belief intersects with serious crime.

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On Corporates That Care, we explore a programme making a real difference for young South Africans looking to start their own businesses. Metropolitan Collective Shapers is helping youth entrepreneurs move from merely “getting by” to building sustainable businesses that create jobs, strengthen families, and uplift communities. From agriculture in KwaZulu-Natal to food and hospitality in Tshwane, the initiative provides mentorship, training, financial guidance, and market access, offering young people the tools to grow rather than just a handout. Joining the conversation is Lindiwe Gumede, Chief Marketing Officer at Metropolitan, to explain how the programme works and why it matters for t...

Adam Gilchrist looks at the global stories making headlines, beginning with tributes pouring in for civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who has died at the age of 84. A towering figure in the struggle for equality, Jackson worked closely with Martin Luther King Jr., championed voting rights and economic justice, ran for U.S. president in 1984 and 1988, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Bill Clinton in 2000; he also founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, cementing a legacy of empowerment and social justice. The focus then shifts to escalating tensions involving Russia and Ukraine, as diplomatic efforts unfold in...

Bongani speak to Khabazela unpacking two viral moments doing the rounds online first, the Australian Finance Minister’s awkward “nett versus gross” exchange that has reignited debate about whether leaders should simply admit when they don’t know something, and why saying “I don’t know” can feel politically or personally risky; and second, the light-hearted but relatable Kinder Joy Egg moment that has parents divided over sugar rules at home, sparking a nostalgic look back at the special treats many of us grew up treasuring asking how we balance discipline, indulgence and memory-making with our own children today.

Bongani Bingwa is joined by Johan Kotze, CEO of Agri SA, to unpack the growing impact of foot-and-mouth disease following the first-ever confirmed case in a Western Cape dairy herd. No longer a distant agricultural issue, the outbreak is now affecting everyday staples such as milk, cheese, yoghurt and even baby formula. As infected animals produce less milk, exports face restrictions and supply chains tighten, pressure is building across the entire food system — from farmers to retailers to households, raising serious concerns about food security and the rising cost of living. What was once viewed as a farm-level challenge is...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sindiswa Mzamo, Director and Global President of the Circle of Business Women about women’s health with a focus on uterine health, from menstrual wellbeing to overall reproductive function and the ability to carry a pregnancy,  an issue affecting millions of women across the continent, yet still too often spoken about in whispers. On the sidelines of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, South African health leader Dr Vivian Mokome, alongside Fatima Moyane, led a high-level discussion calling for women’s health to be recognised as a core part of primary healthcare rather than an af...

Adam Gilchrist brings us the latest global headlines, starting in the Middle East where the USS Abraham Lincoln has been positioned in the Arabian Sea, roughly 700 kilometres from Iran, as Washington increases pressure on Tehran over its nuclear ambitions and internal crackdown on protesters, ahead of scheduled talks between US and Iranian officials in Switzerland. He also reflects on the death of Hollywood legend Robert Duvall at the age of 95, the Academy Award-winning actor celebrated for iconic roles in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, who passed away at his home in Virginia. And in Australia, police in Sydney are...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Onke Dumeko, Acting CEO of the National Film and Video Foundation, as the South African Film and Television Awards prepare for their 19th edition, with key announcements expected today. Founded with the support of the National Film and Video Foundation, the SAFTAs recognise and celebrate the storytellers, performers and creatives who bring South African stories to life on screen. Following delays that have pushed the awards ceremony to March 2026, the conversation explores what this next chapter means for filmmakers, emerging talent and the broader future of the country’s film and television industry.

Khabazela takes a look at the stories trending online this morning, starting with a relatable family moment: what did you used to do when you were watching a movie with your parents and an unexpected sex scene came on — did someone scramble for the remote, did everyone suddenly become very interested in their phones, and how did your parents react? He also turns to a lighter, heartwarming topic about a dog’s love, asking how your furry friend shows you affection, from tail wags to over-the-top greetings, and what it’s like coming home to them after you’ve been out...