Best With Several Causes Podcasts (2025)

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What makes Bluey so popular that there are dedicated podcasts discussing each episode? 11:44

13h ago11:44

11:44

Bluey is an award-winning animated television series which has captivated audiences across the globe, and there are now numerous podcasts dedicated to discussing each episode after airing. Lester Kiewit speaks to the family behind the “Dinner with the Heelers” podcast series. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk br…

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Bluey is coming to Artscape! 8:16

14h ago8:16

8:16

The Emmy award-winning children’s television series Bluey is coming to South Africa in the form of a theatrical performance at the Artscape Opera House from 26 June to 6 July 2025. Rehearsals are currently underway and director Jacob Williams, one of Australia’s premier puppeteers and puppetry directors, spoke to Lester Kiewit about what audiences …

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What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos 9:40

15h ago9:40

9:40

Lester Kiewit speaks to Tara Roos, a researcher and political analyst, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and a…

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A World View from London: A Devastating Airline Crash in India 7:18

14h ago7:18

7:18

A Devastating Airline Crash in India, Israel’s Impending Action in Iran and The Labubu Doll Craze. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewi…

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Why does Department of Education not collect data on sex offender teachers? 10:33

15h ago10:33

10:33

Lester Kiewit speaks to Elijah Mhlanga, the spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education, about why they do not keep up to date information on sex offender teachers. Currently the department leaves it up to the SA Council for Educators and individual provinces to keep track of offending teachers and carry out the necessary screening processes…

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Security company boss and underworld figure shot dead in broad daylight 9:00

15h ago9:00

9:00

Lester Kiewit speaks to Aron Hyman, a senior analyst at Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (Gitoc) about the murder of underworld figure and security company boss Andre Naude. Naude had been facing murder charges relating to the death of Brian Wainstein, known as the steroid king. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a …

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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: AUKUS Doubts, Mushroom Trial, and Uber Oddities 6:48

15h ago6:48

6:48

Lester Kiewit speaks to Katie Macdonald in this week’s Pacific Dispatch. They discuss fresh uncertainty surrounding Australia’s AUKUS submarine deal after a U.S. review raised concerns, and the high-profile mushroom poisoning trial of Erin Patterson, who denies charges related to the deaths of three family members. Plus, they end on a lighter note …

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Investigation underway into deadly Air India crash 5:47

16h ago5:47

5:47

Lester Kiewit speaks to veteran aviation analyst Ahmed Bassa about the horrific crash of Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner, which slammed into a building in Ahmedabad, shortly after take-off. The Air India flight was headed for London, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. …

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Exploring social media’s positive role in romance 7:26

15h ago7:26

7:26

Clinical psychology graduate Lauren Maytham spoke to Lester Kiewit about her research into the positive role social media can play in romantic relationships. Drawing from her Master’s work at Nelson Mandela University, Lauren challenged the usual doom-and-gloom narratives around platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp, instead highlighting how they c…

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Cape Town man gifted a Hilux to Ukraine cause 7:03

1d ago7:03

7:03

When Cape Town businessman Hector Elliot heard about a friend in Britain delivering vehicles to Ukraine to be used for humanitarian aid purposes, he decided to purchase a vehicle and drive it there himself. The journey was full of challenges, and he shares the experience with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of …

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Emerging economies – Focus on India: All-party mission to garner international support 5:34

1d ago5:34

5:34

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University, about: India’s all-party mission following the India-Pakistan war; a thaw in Indo-Canada relations; and how Indian student visas to the USA have been affected. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Ca…

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A call to reform South Africa’s prisons by ending mass incarceration and focusing on rehabilitation 13:46

1d ago13:46

13:46

Justice Edwin Cameron’s latest book, “Behind Prison Walls” (co-written with Rebecca Gore and Sohela Surajpal), takes a look at our current correctional service system, and why it needs to be overhauled. Lester Kiewit speaks to criminal justice analyst and co-author Rebecca Gore. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk…

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A World View from London: R.I.P. Brian Wilson 7:17

1d ago7:17

7:17

One of the greats of pop has died; South Korea ends its speaker war; undersea treasure photos causing excitement in Colombia. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning …

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Might our unemployment rate be closer to 10%? 12:07

1d ago12:07

12:07

According to Gerrie Fourie, CEO of Capitec, South Africa’s unemployment rate might be closer to 10% than 32.9%, due to many people engaged in the informal economy and not included in official statistics. Lester Kiewit explores this notion with Marc Lubner, Group Chief Executive Officer of Afrika Tikkun and Exec Chairman. Good Morning Cape Town with…

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Should SA brace for more political assassinations as local elections approach? 8:56

1d ago8:56

8:56

Lester Kiewit speaks to violence monitor Mary De Haas about a spike in political assassinations in Stellenbosch and whether it is an indicator that KZN is no longer the preserve of political killings. They discuss if the country should brace itself for more hits as local government elections approach in 2026. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiew…

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SA needs a climate change mitigation plan to save lives 4:42

1d ago4:42

4:42

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Nomhle Ngwenya, independent climate change researcher and member of National Advisory Council on Innovation of SA, about how the government needs to take urgent action to mitigate the brutal effects of climate change and extreme weather conditions. This after 49 lives were lost in flood and rain hit Eastern Cape. Good Mor…

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Private firefighting services rolled out across SA 7:44

1d ago7:44

7:44

The Fidelity Services Group has launched a fleet of private fire trucks in major cities across the country to bolster fire services. Lester Kiewit speaks to Fidelity CEO Wahl Bartmann about their SecureFire service. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake…

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Samkeliso “Sam Sam” Thubane: from Mbombela streets to Red Bull pro spinner 8:47

1d ago8:47

8:47

Samkeliso “Sam Sam” Thubane speaks to Lester Kiewit about his journey from the streets of Mbombela to becoming Red Bull’s first professional spinner athlete — a milestone that takes South Africa’s street car culture to a global stage. He reflected on the key moments that shaped his path, what it means to see Spinning formally recognised as a sport,…

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Tranexamic Acid: How to Use It for Hyperpigmentation 8:03

2d ago8:03

8:03

In this episode of The SKIN Report, Dr. Simran Sethi takes a deep dive into tranexamic acid, a powerful and increasingly popular ingredient for treating hyperpigmentation. Learn what tranexamic acid is, how it works to reduce melanin production, and why it’s considered a safer alternative to hydroquinone. Dr. Sethi explains how to pair it with othe…

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INTERVIEWS: Two eyewitness accounts of UFOs that altered their view of this world/ Two people, one from Melbourne, Australia and one from Regina, Canada. 43:18

2d ago43:18

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Send us a text Summer repeat series. In this episode that originally aired on October 4, 2023 (Season 2 Episode 5) two eyewitness accounts of UFOs that were closer than 30 feet away. Each sighting has changed the witness and the way they view the world. Julie is from Melbourne, Australia and she talks about her encounter that was witnessed by her a…

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Severe weather and flooding leaves Eastern Cape reeling 5:55

3d ago5:55

5:55

A cut-off low pressure system has resulted in heavy rain, wind and snowfall in large portions of the country, especially the Eastern Cape where at least nine people have lost their lives and an unconfirmed number missing. Lester Kiewit speaks to Khuselwa Rantjie, spokesperson for the Eastern Cape Government. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewi…

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John Maytham reflects on two major events: Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter and ICC World Test Championship 10:54

3d ago10:54

10:54

John Maytham is in London to cover the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s between South Africa and Australia and also got to enjoy Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter live tour. He shares his thoughts with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wa…

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Hitting the wall — what ‘bonking’ means for endurance athletes and how to avoid it 6:45

3d ago6:45

6:45

Registered dietician Marie McGregor from the Sport Science Institute of South Africa joins Lester Kiewit to discuss “bonking” — the sudden energy crash that can affect endurance athletes during tough events like the Comrades Marathon. Following recent reports of runner Moira Harding going missing near the finish line, there has been speculation abo…

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A World View from London: Mass shooting in Austria 7:12

3d ago7:12

7:12

Shock and horror at a school in Graz; more drone attacks targeting Ukraine; Beyoncé’s concerts not selling out. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with…

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Western Cape Health seeks to make use of private sector resources 5:54

3d ago5:54

5:54

Lester Kiewit speaks to Mireille Wenger, the Western Cape MEC for Health and Wellness, about how the department is trying to find ways of using private sector resources for the benefit of state patients. They’ve set up a think tank to explore how this can be achieved. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast …

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Ramaphosa to meet Batohi over NPA “infiltration” claims 12:33

3d ago12:33

12:33

Lester Kiewit speaks to OpenSecrets Director, Hennie van Vuuren, about comments made by Shamila Batohi, the national director of Public Prosecutions, that the NPA has been infiltrated and compromised. She is now set to meet with President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss her statement. This raises the question: Is a wide-ranging probe into the NDPP’s fun…

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GroundUp News: Concerns over African Penguin numbers 10:38

3d ago10:38

10:38

The African Penguin is critically endangered, and it is feared that by 2035 there might be fewer than 50 breeding pairs remaining; And a public park in Dunoon, that for years stood as a symbol of municipal neglect, is undergoing a long-awaited upgrade thanks to a private sector initiative in partnership with the City of Cape Town. Lester Kiewit spe…

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Volvo green tip of the week 2:56

3d ago2:56

2:56

Lester Kiewit speaks to Thinus Booysen, who is a Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. Th…

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RMB Africa Focus Season 4: Africa’s just transition 10:23

4d ago10:23

10:23

The RMB Africa Focus series is back on CapeTalk to give insights into Africa’s economic resilience and why the continent remains central to global investment conversations. Lester Kiewit speaks to Crystal Orderson about Africa’s just transition and energy mix, addressing issues such as access to finance and mobilising resources for climate action p…

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The Africa Report with The Continent: Former Liberian speaker arrested on arson charges 6:35

4d ago6:35

6:35

Lester Kiewit gets The Africa Report with Kiri Rupiah of The Continent. They discuss the former Liberian speaker arrested on arson charges; the Kenyan coder arrested for creating a tool to hold government accountable; and Chad's reciprocal visa ban on US citizens. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show…

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Vernon Philander on South Africa’s WTC Final chances against Australia 10:09

4d ago10:09

10:09

Vernon Philander, former Proteas seamer and Lord’s honours board inductee, speaks to Lester Kiewit about what South Africa needs to nail in the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord’s from June 11. He breaks down his thoughts on the match conditions, the tough challenge ahead, and shares his personal insights on what it takes …

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A World View from London: Legal action taken against Trump 7:28

4d ago7:28

7:28

The Los Angeles protests and crackdown has led to legal action being taken against the US President; a house invitation by a world boxing champion to President Trump; no dog walking in Iran. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This …

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Are drug users smoking your stolen fibre cables? 10:29

4d ago10:29

10:29

Lester Kiewit speaks to Shaun Shelley, Executive Director of Harm Reduction International to find out if there is any truth to the speculation that drug users are stealing fibre cables, to crush the glass and smoke it as part of a drug cocktail. Experts are not convinced. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakf…

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Perfect storm” will see SA’s meat prices spike 8:45

4d ago8:45

8:45

Lester Kiewit speaks to Thabile Nkunjana, Senior Economist in the Trade Research Unit for Markets and Economic Research Division of the National Agricultural Marketing Council. They discuss what is being described as a perfect storm, hitting meat prices in South Africa. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfas…

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What the Hack! Auto Sapiens, AI Agents, and Kindle Hacks 9:46

4d ago9:46

9:46

On this week’s episode of What the Hack! Arthur Goldstuck speaks to Lester Kiewit from San Diego, where he's attending Cisco Live to explore how AI is both defending and threatening global networks. Fresh from the SAPHILA conference in Sun City, he unpacks the rise of “Auto Sapiens” as the next big digital evolution and reports back from Salesforce…

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Making sense of the Los Angeles riots as Trump edges closer to martial law 6:17

4d ago6:17

6:17

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Henry Brady, former dean of the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley, about the riots in Los Angeles in opposition to President Trump’s clampdown on immigrants using U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials. Residents have taken to the streets in clashes with the National G…

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Fibromyalgia Success Stories 38:45

4d ago38:45

38:45

This episode is special. Here we have 4 women discussing their journey of Thriving with Fibro while following the Purser Protocols for Fibromyalgia. Over the years, a community has grown and support each other. We don't want you to have pain your entire life. Your body has not had the ability to properly mobilize and utilize Copper leading to a nea…

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159. Radiation for skin cancer - with Dr. Jacob Scott! - Lipedema - not just for social media (?) - Inebilizumab for IgG4 disease - HTN and PWS 1:00:01

4d ago1:00:01

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Radiation for skin cancer - with Dr. Jacob Scott! - Lipedema - not just for social media (?) - Inebilizumab for IgG4 disease - HTN and PWS - Learn more about radiation therapy and other non-surgical options for skin cancer treatment at The Dermatology Association of Radiation Therapy: https://dermassociationrt.org/ Join Luke's CME experience on Jak…

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How this small business got boosted by Nedbank Business Ignite on CapeTalk 7:21

5d ago7:21

7:21

Do you have a small business which you’ve been growing but looking for ways to expand even further? You should be entering Nedbank Business Ignite on Cape Talk and, with the help of Thuli Magubane of Mint Fresh, we could be giving you the tools to grow even more. But don’t just take our word for it, but hear what last year’s winner Clint Crowster o…

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George runner is first to achieve 50 Comrades Marathon medals 6:24

5d ago6:24

6:24

74-year old Louis Massyn of George is the first person to have earned 50 Comrades Marathon medals, having run his first Comrades back in 1973, and completing all the subsequent races he participated in. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about this amazing achievement. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. T…

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No booze, just beats: Sober raves hit Cape Town 8:05

5d ago8:05

8:05

Back in 2015, sober morning raves start popping up globally — and now the trend is taking off in Cape Town. Dylan Da Silva, Head of Food & Beverage at Neighbourgood & Nice, speaks to Lester Kiewit about how Nice Cafe at Church House becomes the first venue in the city to host a substance-free morning rave. Since launching about three months ago, th…

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Could standing be the new sitting in low-cost flight? 9:16

5d ago9:16

9:16

Could standing be the new sitting in low-cost flight? Aviation expert Linden Burns, Managing Director of Plane Talking, speaks to Lester Kiewit to explore how far budget airlines might go to cut costs — and what legal, safety, and comfort challenges would need to be tackled to make standing seats a reality. They unpack the Skyrider concept and ask:…

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A World View from London: Israel out to scupper Greta’s Gaza crusade 6:04

5d ago6:04

6:04

Greta’s Gaza Aid crusade under fire from Israel; Trump’s troops in L.A. in an anti-protest move; and the Poo Pill which could be a remedy for internal bacterial bugs. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authen…

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Parents urged to take their school pick 13:02

5d ago13:02

13:02

Parents who have received more than one positive response to their school applications for the 2026 academic year are being urged to make their choice as quickly as possible so that spaces can be opened up for families still waiting for a place for their child. Lester Kiewit speaks to Bronagh Hammond, Director of Communication at the Western Cape E…

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Money on a Monday: How to stay tax compliant when you have side hustles 9:07

5d ago9:07

9:07

Lester Kiewit speaks to Nicolas Botha, Tax Team Compliance Manager at Tax Consulting SA, on how to ensure you are tax compliant when you have multiple jobs or sources of income or when you want to do part time work after retirement. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authent…

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What's the difference between COVID and the flu in 2025? 6:51

5d ago6:51

6:51

Is that cough the flu or COVID? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Sibongile Walaza, epidemiologist at the Centre for Respiratory Diseases and Meningitis, to learn the difference. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester…

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Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra brings free community concert to Grassy Park 7:19

8d ago7:19

7:19

David Langford, Orchestra Manager of the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the CPO’s free community concert taking place in Grassy Park on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 4:00 PM. He shares details of the programme — which includes District Six, Jerusalema, and music from The Lion King — and explains how the initiative forms …

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Tinned fish, TikTok and taste tests: Marcus Ansell is hooked on the art of the tin 9:55

8d ago9:55

9:55

From sardines in olive oil to smoked oysters in brine, UK-based TikToker Marcus Ansell is hooked — not just on seafood, but on the joys of cracking open a perfectly packed tin. His TikTok channel, reviewing tinned fish and other seafood, reels in thousands of curious viewers who come for the reviews and stay for the passion. He chats to Lester Kiew…

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Parliament: Week in Review – Fuel Levy Battles, Budget Alignments, and Police Corruption Concerns 6:12

8d ago6:12

6:12

In this week’s Parliament: Week in Review, Tara Roos and Lester Kiewit unpack a range of critical developments, from legal battles to budget decisions and police accountability. The Western Cape High Court dismissed the EFF’s urgent application to halt a fuel levy hike, a ruling the party denounced as undermining democratic checks on taxation. The …

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A World View from London: NATO’s Call to Arms, Rhinos on the Move, and Starmer’s Waxwork Snub 7:18

8d ago7:18

7:18

With warnings of a potential Russian attack within four years, NATO defence chiefs are meeting to boost readiness and counter an escalating threat. Meanwhile in Nepal, a video of a one-horned rhino strolling through town is raising questions about the shifting boundaries between wildlife and urban life. And back in London, Madame Tussauds has given…

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