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As part of the Kruger National Park Centenary celebrations, we spoke to SABC broadcaster and Morning Live presenter Liezle Wilson about the significance of the milestone and her experience on the centenary game drive.
May 31, 20265 min
Motoring journalist Nico Smit joins us to unpack the best off-road vehicles, SUVs and bakkies currently dominating South Africa’s adventure and lifestyle motoring market as The Alternative Breakfast broadcasts live from the Kruger National Park
May 31, 202613 min
We unpack how the Kruger National Park became a global tourism icon — and whether South Africa is doing enough to preserve and modernise that legacy for future generations. - Mr Willie Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
May 31, 202613 min
Political analyst Ralph Mathekga joins us to unpack the week’s biggest political stories, from the intensifying immigration debate and rising cost-of-living pressures to the growing governance crisis at NSFAS.
May 31, 202612 min
Sanparks - CEO, Hapiloe Sello joins us for a conversation as Kruger National Park marks 100 years, we explore how conservation can meaningfully benefit the communities living closest to protected land.
May 31, 202613 min
As South Africa marks Africa Month, The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Nobuzwe Dumisa Mabona about 20 years of turning African storytelling, textile innovation and skills development into a vehicle for cultural pride, jobs and community impact.
May 24, 20267 min
Motoring commentator Nico Smit joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the latest motoring trends shaping South African driving culture, consumer habits and vehicle preferences in 2026.
May 24, 202613 min
The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Dr Ralph Mathekga as he unpacks the week's biggest political developments, from the revived Phala Phala impeachment process to local government challenges and the growing political impact of economic pressure.
May 24, 202615 min
Music legend Joe Nina pays tribute to the late Maria McCloy, reflecting on her impact on South African media, music culture, storytelling and the generations of artists and audiences she inspired throughout her career.
May 17, 20265 min
On The Alternative Breakfast, we speak to Darius Jones, founder of the National Black Empowerment Council (NBEC), about a gathering in Johannesburg that brings together Black business leaders from the U.S., Africa, and the wider diaspora to explore what real economic collaboration looks like beyond conferences and speeches.
May 17, 202621 min
Motoring commentator Nico Smit joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the latest motoring trends shaping South African driving culture, consumer habits and vehicle preferences in 2026
May 17, 202617 min
Attorney and founder of B. Msweli Inc, Bongiwe Msweli joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack what legally constitutes lying under oath, how perjury cases are handled in South Africa, and the real-world consequences of misleading the courts or official proceedings.
May 17, 202614 min
Political analyst and social commentator Tessa Dooms joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack rising political fatigue and growing public anger in South Africa, and what these shifts reveal about the country’s democratic health and social stability.
May 17, 202620 min
AFRICA MONTH: Professor Abeer R.Y. Abazeed joins us to unpack the meaning of African unity today, exploring whether the dream of continental solidarity can survive ongoing challenges such as xenophobia, economic inequality, migration tensions and cultural disconnection across Africa
May 17, 202620 min
Money: Bronwyn Rodrigues joins us to unpack the growing debate around Fidelity Fund Certificates, online property platforms, consumer protection and whether South Africa’s property regulations are being enforced consistently across the industry.
May 17, 202610 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: Social commentator and writer, Nco Dube joins us to unpack the emotional, political and psychological question facing South Africa: if the ANC eventually loses its dominant hold on power, what remains of the liberation dream, national identity and the country’s political future?
May 17, 202624 min
PARENTING: On The Alternative Breakfast, clinical psychologist Zekhethelo Ngobese joins us for a parenting conversation about why apologising to your children matters, and how accountability inside the home can shape trust, emotional security, and healthy relationships later in life
May 17, 202624 min
Precious Hlazo, COO of the Women in Sport South African Initiative (WISSAI), joins The Alternative Breakfast to discuss the urgent push for equality, representation, and structural transformation for women in South African sport ahead of the organisation’s official launch.
May 11, 20269 min
Festival curator Carlo Mombelli joins The Alternative Breakfast to discuss how the 2026 Wits Standard Bank Piano Festival is celebrating South Africa’s rich jazz piano heritage while connecting local musical traditions to the global history and future of the instrument.
May 11, 202620 min
Motoring analyst Nico Smit joins the conversation to unpack the latest pressures facing South African motorists, from rising fuel prices to shifting consumer behaviour and the real cost of keeping cars on the road in 2026.
May 11, 202610 min
Bongiwe Msweli joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the legal responsibilities of municipalities and Eskom as paying residents increasingly face the threat of electricity cuts despite settling their accounts.
May 11, 202615 min
Sibongile Walaza joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the 2026 flu season, the mutated Influenza A (H3N2) subclade K strain, and why seasonal influenza continues to remain one of the world’s most underestimated public health threats.
May 11, 202616 min
Ralph Mathekga joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack growing ideological tensions inside the Government of National Unity and what early political positioning ahead of the 2026 municipal elections reveals about the future of coalition politics in South Africa.
May 11, 202617 min
ON SOCIALS OceanEL: Ocean EL unpacks the week’s biggest trending conversations — from football rivalry drama and Mother’s Day memories to social media pressure, “soft life” culture, and the hilarious everyday signs that someone is secretly rich in South Africa
May 11, 20266 min
ON SCREENS – with Wenzile Albert takes a nostalgic look at iconic South African television and unpacks the excitement, memories and cultural significance surrounding the return of Top Billing
May 11, 20268 min
ALTERNATIVE FAMILY MEETING: This Mother’s Day, the Alternative Family Meeting asks a deeply emotional question: “When did you start to realise that you didn’t know your mother as just a human being?”
May 11, 20266 min
PARENTING: Parenting Part 2: Gareth Carter joins survivors Bruce and Khulu for a powerful conversation about addiction, recovery and the difficult realities of intervention
May 11, 202633 min
THOUGHTS: Political economist Siyabonga Hadebe joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack how South Africa’s modern anti-immigrant tensions are deeply connected to centuries of labour exploitation, colonial extraction, and a global economic system that continues to divide vulnerable workers against one another.
May 11, 202615 min
NEWS ROUND UP: NCO Dube joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the Constitutional Court’s explosive Phala Phala judgment and what it reveals about parliamentary accountability, presidential power, and the state of South Africa’s democracy
May 11, 202626 min
FEATURE: The Alternative Family Meeting - We open up a complex and deeply personal conversation about domestic workers in South Africa — exploring trust, power dynamics, labour rights, and whether households are truly treating the people who care for their homes and children with dignity and fairness
May 10, 202634 min
TRAVEL: Travel Content Creator, Pumeza Cingo, joins us to share three incredible local winter travel destinations — from the mountains of Lesotho to the forests of Hogsback and the wild beauty of Kruger National Park.
May 4, 20269 min
NEWS ROUND UP WITH NCO DUBE: A conversation with Nco Dube unpacking his argument that the ANC’s renewal project has effectively collapsed, using the Tolashe saga as a case study of failed accountability and deeper internal power struggles
May 4, 202619 min
PARENTING: A conversation with Gareth Carter, Certified Case Manager Interventionist and Director at Change Addiction Rehab, on how families can intervene when a loved one is struggling with drug use in a way that shows love, sets boundaries, and leads toward recovery
May 4, 202617 min
A conversation with Mamela Nyamza on her bold new production Herdless at the Baxter Theatre Centre, exploring identity, individuality, and the courage to exist beyond the collective.
May 3, 202615 min
A conversation with Nico Smit exploring the latest trends shaping the motoring industry, including consumer rights around “genuine” car parts, evolving service warranties, and key regulatory updates affecting drivers and dealerships in South Africa.
May 3, 202612 min
A conversation with Attorney Bongiwe Msweli of B. Msweli Inc unpacking the SIU’s R2 billion Tembisa Hospital investigation and other major corruption probes, and examining why recovering public funds does not always lead to individuals being criminally held accountable.
May 3, 202614 min
A conversation with Mbali Mapholi, Registered Dietitian, unpacking the surge in Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs, exploring their long-term effects, nutritional risks, and whether they offer a sustainable path to health.
May 3, 202615 min
A conversation with political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga unpacking the announcement of South Africa’s local government election date, rising tensions at the Madlanga Commission, and protests against illegal immigration in Gauteng.
May 3, 202619 min
OceanEL: Ocean El takes us through what’s trending on social media right now, breaking down the biggest conversations, viral moments, and what people are talking about online
May 3, 20266 min
ON THE SOCIALS: In this week’s On Socials segment, Ocean EL unpacks the biggest conversations dominating timelines — from the passing of Cynthia Shange and corruption debates to streaming culture, music drops, and the build-up to the legendary rivalry between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.
Apr 28, 202616 min
The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Mandifeze about how their collaboration with The Centre for the Less Good Idea is reimagining opera through African storytelling, ritual performance, and the sounds of Maskandi in Maskandalification of Opera.
Apr 28, 202614 min
Motoring expert Nico Smit joins The Alternative Breakfast for a fast-paced motoring roundup unpacking the latest automotive trends, consumer concerns, industry news, and practical car advice for listeners.
Apr 28, 202617 min
The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Bongiwe Msweli from B.Msweli Attorneys Inc about whether employers have the right to monitor employees’ private lives in the age of social media, remote work, and digital surveillance.
Apr 28, 202616 min
The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Dr Marlin McKay about the growing culture of online self-diagnosis and whether social media and “Dr Google” are making people more informed about their health — or more anxious and misinformed.
Apr 28, 202611 min
FEATURE: The Alternative Family Meeting: Freedom day - do you remember casting your first vote in 1994. We ask the listeners to recall their experience on the road to Democracy.
Apr 28, 202618 min
MONEY: In this week’s Money feature, The Alternative Breakfast explores whether it makes more financial sense to rent or buy property in 2026 as rising living costs, interest rates, lifestyle shifts, and economic uncertainty continue reshaping how people think about home ownership with Cindy Kruger is a real estate agent at eXp South Africa
Apr 28, 202610 min
PARENTING: The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Boitumelo Aphane about whether modern parenting styles are raising emotionally aware but less resilient children — and whether society is protecting young people too much from failure, discomfort, and real-world challenges
Apr 28, 202622 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: The Alternative Breakfast speaks to Nco Dube about why expecting poor people to always make “rational” decisions ignores the psychological, historical, and structural realities of living under constant scarcity and inequality
Apr 28, 202611 min
As ballet collides with skateboarding, BMX, and hip hop in a bold new performance at Fourways, Dirk Badenhorst tells us more about how this unexpected fusion is pushing the boundaries of movement, creativity, and what we define as art.
Apr 20, 20265 min
LEGAL: We increasingly sign contracts, agreements, and financial documents online, this conversation with Cyberlex’s Avathar Soni-Naidoo breaks down the legal power of electronic signatures, the risks of digital fraud, and what it really means to “sign” in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Apr 20, 202613 min