Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit
6,215 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 8 hours ago -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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Episodes
The World View - The Global Lockdown
April 02, 2020 05:54 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBThe captain’s plea the virus sweeps across a US Navy warship. Cancelled summer sport more European events bite the dust.
#IFQSAT: The power of visual interaction is paramount in retaining our mental resilience during this moment in humanity
April 02, 2020 05:46 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBThe power of visual interaction is paramount in retaining our mental resilience during this moment in humanity.
Lockdown labour regulations and the options to consider
April 02, 2020 05:34 - 8 minutes - 8.1 MBWhat should workers take into consideration when it comes to having to take leave during the lockdown period? Should they take temporary unemployment and apply for UIF or should they take forced leave? Refilwe Moloto speaks to Verlie Oosthuizen, employment law expert and partner at Shepstone and Wylie Attorneys.
SARS presents preliminary results of revenue collection for 2019/20
April 02, 2020 05:29 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBSars Commissioner Edward Kieswetter talks about how SARS has collected R1 355.9 billion in the financial year ending 31 March 2020, and how they are reinvigorating the tax collection system.
Trendspotting Thursdays: Growth of the original content economy
April 02, 2020 04:58 - 7 minutes - 7.09 MBRyan McFadyen Co-founder and Head of Strategy at Have You Heard
Managing mental health in the public sector
April 02, 2020 04:54 - 7 minutes - 6.79 MBDr Kagisho Maaroganye of the South African Society of Psychiatrists talks to Refilwe Moloto about the 21 day lockdown and what it means for those of us who need psychological or psychiatric assistance in the public health system.
Cape Town man to cycle the equivalent of Cape Town Cycle Tour every day
April 01, 2020 07:08 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBRefilwe Moloto speaks to 42-year old Paul Reeves, who has decided to spend up to 5 hours a day on his stationary bike and cycling the equivalent of 109km a day, the same distance as the route for the Cape Town cycle tour. He will be using this project to raise money for the Red Cross Childrens Hospital.
Marie Stopes will continue as they have been deemed an essential service
April 01, 2020 06:42 - 6 minutes - 6.22 MBFamily planning services including the termination of pregnancies will continue to be offered as an essential service during the period of lockdown. Refilwe Moloto speaks to Whitney Chinogwenya, marketing and brand manager for Marie Stopes South Africa.
Santaco & City of CT on taxis and lockdown regulations
April 01, 2020 06:24 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBRefilwe Moloto speaks to the City's Mayco Member for Transport, Felicity Purchase and Santaco's Thembiso Molelekwa about the latest development in negotiations between government and the industry over amending lockdown regulations.
The World View - The World View - Deaths & Tests mixed news across the globe in coronavirus crisis
April 01, 2020 05:59 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBMigrant victims in India complaints they have been unfairly treated. New test for cancer UK & US scientists believe it’s a breakthrough.
#IFQSAT: South Africa continues to impress me in its response to the Coronavirus pandemic
April 01, 2020 05:52 - 5 minutes - 5.07 MBSouth Africa continues to impress me in its response to the Coronavirus pandemic
The behaviour of SAPS during the country’s nationwide lockdown
April 01, 2020 05:38 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MBMicah Reddy Investigative Journalist at AmaBhungane
Ramping up the war on coronavirus ahead of winter
April 01, 2020 05:23 - 8 minutes - 8.27 MBDr Yogan Pillay, the Deputy DG for Health talks to Refilwe Moloto about increasing coronavirus testing and targeting hotspots as South Africa records its fifth death due to the global pandemic.
When are digital signatures legitimate and legally binding?
April 01, 2020 05:14 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBWhile many businesses will strive to continue operating during the period of lockdown in South Africa, the concept of digital signatures will help many deals become legally concluded - but what must one consider when making use of digital signatures? Refilwe Moloto speaks to Maeson Maherry , the Chief Solutions Director at LAWtrust.
South Africans stranded in Indonesia
April 01, 2020 05:05 - 9 minutes - 8.8 MBCandice is part of a group of South Africans stranded on the island of Bali in Indonesia. There is no way for them to get home and money is fast becoming an issue.
WCED's e-Portal updated to help learners during lockdown
March 31, 2020 06:44 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBWith the second term delayed as a result of lockdown measures, the Western Cape Education Department has been updating their e-Portal services to allow learners to learn from home. Refilwe Moloto speaks to Bronagh Hammond, director of communications for the WCED.
SANDF leaving Cape Flats
March 31, 2020 06:28 - 12 minutes - 11 MBEldred De Klerk, the senior policing and community conflict advisor with the African Centre for Security and Intelligence Praxis evaluates the SANDF's peace mission to the Cape Flats' gangland hotspots now that they are set to be withdrawn.
The World View - President Trump’s Virus U-Turn
March 31, 2020 06:04 - 5 minutes - 5.48 MBWorld leaders popularity the impact of the global health crisis. Hungary’s extreme lockdown the President gets extra powers.
#IFQSAT: The response to COVID-19 has been national, whereas the lessons we will be taught by it will make us more global
March 31, 2020 05:42 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBThe response to COVID-19 has been national, whereas the lessons we will be taught by it will make us more global.
How SME's can apply for Rupert relief
March 31, 2020 05:37 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBDavid Morobe of Business Partners Limited, the company appointed to administer a special R1billion fund to keep small and medium businesses afloat during the lockdown explains how the fund can be accessed.
Another EMS attack
March 31, 2020 05:25 - 7 minutes - 6.78 MBDr Shaheem De Vries, the head of the EMS in the Western Cape talks to Refilwe Moloto about a spike in attacks on ambulance crews. Since January there have been 12 attacks.
Tech Tuesday: WACS the hell?
March 31, 2020 04:56 - 4 minutes - 4 MBAnother undersea cable that provides SA with internet connectivity has broken. Again. When will our internet be restored and why does this keep happening?
How South Africa is massively ramping up its Covid-19 testing capability
March 31, 2020 04:52 - 7 minutes - 7.23 MBSouth Africa has thus far been able to conduct about 5000 Covid-19 tests per day. By the end of April the NHLS will be processing 36 000 in 24 hours. How is this possible?
Lease agreements and rental obligations in the midst of Covid-19 lockdown
March 30, 2020 06:28 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MBThe start of a new month usually entails rent needing to be paid and for tenants to vacate or enter a property. But with the whole of South Africa in lockdown to end the spread of Covid-19, how will this affect tenants and landlords? Refilwe Moloto speaks to Marina Constas, specialist sectional title attorney at BBM attorneys.
The World View - India in lockdown
March 30, 2020 05:59 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBUN concerns in Syria fears about the effect of Covid-19 on refugee camps. The exception to the rule it’s a case of “crisis what crisis” in Belarus.
#IFQSAT: The timing of Moody’s downgrade is poor – and not about South Africa
March 30, 2020 05:49 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MBThe timing of Moody’s downgrade is poor – and not about South Africa
Taxi, bus restrictions relaxed for Sassa grant recipients during lockdown
March 30, 2020 05:47 - 10 minutes - 10 MBWestern Cape Transport MEC Bonginkosi Madikizela has pleaded with the minibus taxi industry to stop intimidating alternative transport providers and passengers finding other ways and means of getting to work.
SA's economic double blow
March 30, 2020 05:24 - 6 minutes - 5.84 MBPieter Koekemoer, the head of personal investments at Coronation, talks to Refilwe Moloto about the impact on the economy of Moody's downgrading South Africa to junk status as business is already taking a hit due to the 21 day coronavirus lockdown.
Shared custody under lockdown
March 30, 2020 04:57 - 5 minutes - 5.53 MBVerlie Oosthuizen, the head of Social Media Law, and a labour law specialist at Shepstone and Wylie Attorneys, talks to Refilwe Moloto about the minefield divorced parents face during the 21 day lockdown when it comes to shared custody of children.
Funerals and Covid-19
March 30, 2020 04:52 - 8 minutes - 7.64 MBAdriaan Bester, General Manager for Corporate Affairs at Avbob talks to Refilwe Moloto about readiness to deal with coronavirus related deaths.
Fleet Star donates housing to NSPCA
March 27, 2020 07:02 - 4 minutes - 4.58 MBFleet Star rents out trailers for film sets. Yesterday, they took 4 triple-sized units to the Cape of Good Hope NSPCA for their lockdown staff to have a place to stay as they care for animals around the clock.
The World View - Emergency health systems in Europe under pressure
March 27, 2020 05:59 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBNarco terrorism the US levels major charges against Venezuela’s president. The Russians are coming a NATO military stand off in the north sea.
#IFQSAT: Cabinet needs to regroup, rethink and phone us back only when they’re ready to sing with one voice.
March 27, 2020 05:52 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBConfusing messages from varying cabinet members and departments on the rules and responses to COVID-19 are contributing to anxiety, panic, binge buying and unraveling the positive, definitive call for action we got from the President at the beginning of the week.
Staying mentally strong during lockdown
March 27, 2020 05:36 - 5 minutes - 5.52 MBFor the majority of South Africans, the 21-day lockdown will put them into a space that will test their strength of resolve. Whether it be those who will have to face the same people at home every single day, or those who live on their own, the initial novelty will likely wear off. Refilwe Moloto speaks to psychologist Claire Newton about the chellenges ahead and how to cope with them.
Banking during lockdown
March 27, 2020 05:29 - 9 minutes - 8.43 MBMore details on banking during lockdown emerged yesterday afternoon. It's mostly business as usual, but Saswitch fees are being waived which will make a big difference to millions by allowing South Africans to visit their nearest ATM regardless of bank affiliation.
HelloDoctor helps you and gov during lockdown
March 27, 2020 04:44 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MBMomentum is giving all South Africans access to medical advice on its HelloDoctor platform. Dial *120*394#
Labour law and Covid-19 lockdown
March 26, 2020 06:40 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBMany employers and employees alike have been asking questions on what their rights are given the upcoming 21-day lockdown in South Africa. Refilwe Moloto speaks to labour analyst Mamokgethi Molopyane.
Stellenbosch Municipality offers significant relief to citizens
March 26, 2020 06:36 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MBStellenbosch residents won't be paying property rates for the next 3 months. This is but one of the significant measures passed by its council yesterday. Refilwe finds out the details from Mayor Gesie van Deventer.
The World View - The Spreading Quarantine
March 26, 2020 05:58 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBVirus announcements some sad, some good, some absurd. The Jihadi beatles the U.K. broke the law while 2 of them are in US custody.
#IFQSAT: Spare a thought for the managers and owners of large busines
March 26, 2020 05:47 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBWe extend a great deal of time and empathy to workers and small business owners during periods of economic uncertainty, often with the assumption that medium-to-large business owners are well-to-do enough not to deserve consideration. Edcon CEO Grant Pattison’s emotional reaction to the dire conditions facing his business and suppliers highlights the degree of pressure all managers are under in times like this; and reminds us that they, too, are only human
Pro-bono business rescue
March 26, 2020 05:34 - 5 minutes - 5.3 MBRefilwe Moloto speaks to Maurice Crespi of Schindlers Attorneys, who in partnership with IQBusiness, Agility and Engaged Business Turnaround , have created a pro bono business rescue service for businesses in distress as a result of Covid-19. The initiative is called COBRA (COvid Business Rescue Assistance)
Relief for workers: Dept of Labour weighs in
March 26, 2020 05:25 - 8 minutes - 8 MBDG of the Department of Employment and Labour, Thobile Lamati, talks to Refilwe Moloto about special measures put in place to ease the burden on workers and employers during the 21 day lockdown in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
SANTACO speaks on lockdown transport measures
March 26, 2020 04:44 - 4 minutes - 4.17 MBThabiso Molelekwa, spokesperson for the South African National Taxi Council(Santaco), talks to Refilwe Moloto about the government ruling that they can only transport essential service workers during certain hours in the 21-day lockdown.
Convicted rapist Bob Hewitt granted parole
March 25, 2020 06:44 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MBBob Hewitt is a free man. Convicted of rape and sexual assault in 2015, his third parole application has proven a charm. Refilwe speaks to the lawyer of one of his victims.
Social Development Deputy Minister on plans for our most vulnerable
March 25, 2020 06:41 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MBQuest: Deputy Minister of Social Development, Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu
How MSF is assisting health departments with their Covid- 19 efforts
March 25, 2020 06:33 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBDoctors Without Borders have just started supporting Health Department efforts across the country.
The World View - Death & Doom
March 25, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBLife in lockdown officials have faced a host of quarantine conundrums. The virus myths untangled by the UK’s ministry of disinformation.
#IFQSAT: We need a solution for artists in the lockdown
March 25, 2020 05:38 - 5 minutes - 5.28 MBA government mandated shutdown of events means a government mandated shutdown of earnings for a significant portion of our workforce. We need a solution to this, for the artists. The answers are not forthcoming, quickly enough.
Concerns over hygiene protocol at Cape Town's fresh produce market
March 25, 2020 05:30 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBThe Cape Town Fresh Produce Market will be serving a vital function during the next few weeks while citizens adhere to lockdown regulations, but they were recently called into question over the lack of sanitary practices at the facility. Refilwe Moloto speaks to Sherwyn Thompson, member of the executive committee at the Cape Town Fresh Produce Market.
What lockdown means for restaurants and food delivery
March 25, 2020 05:27 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBNo exceptions. All hospitality food business MUST shut down over the course of the lockdown. The Restaurant Association of SA has been in touch with the Tourism ministry and wants to ensure that all comply.