The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

Clement Manyathela speaks with Adam Gilchrist about the latest global headlines, including Bangladesh's worsening measles outbreak, the surprise gift of firearms from Türkiye's president to NATO leaders following the summit, and how Taylor Swift fans have snapped up hundreds of miniature "trash sculptures" created from debris collected outside Madison Square Garden on the day of her wedding t...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Jacob Moshokoa, 702 Correspondent, about what to expect from today's Africa Unlocked conference, hosted by Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking. As one of the continent's leading business gatherings, the event brings together influential leaders from business, government and finance to discuss practical solutions for accelerating economic growth across Afric...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Jonathan "Khabazela" Fairbairn about this week's viral moments, including a humorous video comparing how a man and a woman unpack after returning from holiday with the woman even washing her suitcase. They also discuss a funny clip of a man filming himself eating chicken in a taxi, joking that he looks like the "bad guy" for enjoying his meal in front of everyone. &n...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Khathutshelo Rasilingwane, the DA's Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate, about the arrest of four senior Ekurhuleni officials, including former City Manager Imogen Mashazi. They discuss the municipality's leadership and appointment failures, the systemic challenges facing the city, and what needs to be done to improve service delivery.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bing...

Clement Manyathela is joined by Alpha Ramushwana, EWN Reporter, for this week's Political Desk, unpacking the biggest political stories making headlines. The discussion covers the court appearance of former Ekurhuleni City Manager Imogen Mashazi and other senior municipal officials on corruption-related charges, explosive testimony before the Madlanga Commission regarding the alleged relationship...

Clement Manyathela speaks with award-winning vocalist Brenda Mtambo about Amahubo Ka Gogo , her new live theatre production inspired by the hymns, prayers and songs that shaped her childhood, and the enduring influence of the grandmother who raised her.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the news...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Adam Gilchrist about the latest global headlines, including United States president DonaldTrump threatens more strikes on Iran as Tehran warns of 'fearless' response and Australian dock workers fight against AI rollout.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the news, i...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Jonathan "Khabazela" Fairbairn about a viral clip in which Canadian businessman and television personality Kevin O'Leary shares his views on gift-giving etiquette, arguing that whether you bring an inexpensive bottle of wine or a $5,000 bottle depends entirely on the host.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio s...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Dr Terence McNamee, Senior Fellow at the Montreal Institute for Global Security and international relations and security analyst, and Frank Blackmore, Lead Economist at KPMG South Africa, about United States President Donald Trump's declaration that the ceasefire agreement with Iran is "over." They discuss what this could mean for regional stability, the global econo...

Clement Manyathela speaks with Bill Blackie, CEO of Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank Group, about the Africa Unlocked Conference 2026. Hosted by Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking, the conference brings together business leaders, policymakers, investors and entrepreneurs from across the continent to explore the opportunities, challenges and partnerships needed to unlock...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Seiphemo Motswiri, writer and performer of  Words & Nightmares , about his production, which follows a journalist researching and writing a book on geopolitical conflicts.   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, an...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about the latest global headlines, including the Monaco bombing attack suspect being found dead from a gunshot wound in Ukraine, at least 11 people killed after severe thunderstorms swept through central China's Hubei province, and President Donald Trump's renewed comments about Greenland at the NATO summit.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broa...

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  Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa  Listen live on Prim...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jonathan "Khabazela" Fairbairn about a viral video of a man sharing his views on sending people direct messages.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jerome September, President of the South African Association of Senior Student Affairs Professionals and Dean of Student Affairs at Wits University, about growing concerns over online gambling among university students and what can be done to better regulate and address the issue.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk rad...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Siyaya Koos, actor and performer in the role of Advocate Gwantyu, about a new theatre production that puts history on trial while calling for the restoration of African Indigenous Law and identity.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmake...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jonathan ‘Khabazela’ Fairbairn about a viral video appearing to show England footballer Jordan Henderson breaking his arm during his team's World Cup celebrations, and NBA superstar LeBron James revealing that he didn't know what a pantry was until he reached high school.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about global headlines, including detectives investigating possible links between the murder of a Thai teenager and three bodies found in suitcases, the remarkable story of a Venezuelan girl who survived beneath earthquake rubble, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's apology for "inappropriate" comments about Kylie Minogue.   702 Breakfast...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tembinkosi Bonakele, the newly appointed chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) board, about his appointment and the priorities for the commission under his leadership.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Mark Heywood, health and human rights activist and co-founder of the Treatment Action Campaign and SECTION27, about the Constitutional Court's involvement in one of the most significant legal challenges to the National Health Insurance scheme.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with comedian, actor and television personality Trevor Gumbi about becoming the first celebrity to be unmasked on Season 3 of The Masked Singer South Africa . Gumbi reveals what it was like performing inside the iconic Ponte City Apartments costume, inspired by Johannesburg's famous skyscraper, as the hit reality series returns to S2.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist on the international stories making headlines, including Iran's Supreme Leader missing a prominent ayatollah's funeral, and  a Delta Air Lines aircraft hit by fireworks while landing in Chicago.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jonathan "Khabazela" Fairbairn about a viral video of a woman who insists she would never share a spoon with her significant other, and the debate it has sparked online.   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 tho...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with former diplomat and international relations expert Dr Kingsley Makhubela about the controversy surrounding former president Jacob Zuma's visit to the Gupta brothers in India last month, despite the brothers remaining fugitives from South African justice.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bon...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Litshani Matsila, Chief Financial Officer of Pikitup, about the ongoing refuse collection delays that have left some residents without waste removal for weeks, growing frustration across Johannesburg suburbs, and the financial challenges facing the entity.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   B...