The Best of Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Dr Mxolisi Mathebula, a crime and policing expert, as they revisit the explosive media briefing held by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on 6 July 2025. During the briefing, Mkhwanazi accused senior figures in policing and politics of interfering in criminal investigations, questioned the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team, and alleged th...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Elroy Fillis-Bell, CEO of Joburg Ballet , about this bold new production, how it brings an ancient story into a contemporary African context, and what audiences can expect when  The Bacchae: An African Choral Ballet takes to the stage.   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thuli Magubane, Nelson Bassog, ChrisnelSA (Pty) Ltd about his entrepreneurial journeys.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about America’s big birthday, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce may wed today and Russian missile & drone attacks.   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 beh...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about In a relationship, do you want to be the better looking, or do you want to be on the same level. What's it like dating someone more attractive than you, and vice versa?   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 to Thembisa Fakude the senior researcher and director at Africa Asia Dialogues as the United States marks 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, the celebrations are as grand as they are controversial. From record-breaking fireworks to political rallies, is this a celebration of America's founding ideals or a reflection of a nation more divided than ever?   702 B...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sam Mkokeli, journalist and political commentator , about an eventful week in South African politics, with developments that could have significant implications for the country's political landscape. From former President Jacob Zuma's controversial visit to India and reported meeting with Ajay Gupta, to President Cyril Ramaphosa's Cabinet reshuffle, and growing t...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Reshoketjoe "Shoki" Ramontja about her experience on MasterChef SA, the lessons she takes away from the competition, the highs and lows of competing under pressure, and what comes next in her culinary journey.     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 to Adam Gilchrist about Mexico’s fatal celebrations, a miracle escape in Venezuela and Adolf Hitler’s bunker, should it be destroyed or preserved?    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 powe...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thuli Magubane, founder and director of MintFresh Technology Solutions, and finalist Martin Lamberti, founder of  Level180 (Pty) Ltd, about his entrepreneurial journeys.    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 hol...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about have you ever experienced an unexpected act of kindness and How are aware are you of your surroundings? Situational awareness. Do you have a story of something that happened around you, but you didn't even notice, until it was pointed out to you?    702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.&nbs...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to SARS Commissioner Dr Johnstone Makhubu about tax season, refunds, compliance, the latest filing changes, and what taxpayers need to know to avoid delays and stay on the right side of the law.    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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Colonel Adéle Myburgh, Northwest police spokesperson, about the reported cases, what police know so far, and what communities should do if they suspect someone has been abducted or taken to an illegal initiation school.    702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the...

Bongani quizzes 12-year-old Bonolo in this daily Wiz Quiz feature. Kids aged 10 to 13 stand a chance to win R10,000 if they answer 10 questions correctly. Young Bonolo got all 10 right and walked away with the grand prize. 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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about judges have overruled him again, drivers are feeling the consequences of war and prices slump with a surfeit of durians.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Maryke Haywood, Chief Marketing Officer of Lottoland, as part of the “Corporates That Care” series. The discussion highlights how Lottoland is positioning itself as a socially responsible corporate by supporting community-focused initiatives and contributing to programmes aimed at making a positive impact. It also explores the broader role of businesses in givi...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thuli Magubane, founder and director of MintFresh Technology Solutions, and finalist Malebo Moloto, founder of Thumbchef, about his entrepreneurial journeys.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about what do you do on your birthday if it falls during the week, do you take the day off?   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 y...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with PSA spokesperson Reuben Maleka and Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Ntuthuko Mbongiseni Jomo Sibiya about moves to cancel the registration of the Public Servants Association (PSA) and allegations of non-compliance with labour laws. The discussion also covers government’s position on undocumented workers in the workplace, focusing on enforcement of labour re...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to economist Duma Gqubule, research associate at the Social Policy Initiative, discusses growing calls for mass deportations following the “March and March” protests. He explains that while governments have the legal right to enforce immigration laws, large-scale deportations could raise serious constitutional and international law concerns. The conversation focus...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Vongani Mageza, Retail Marketing Head at FNB, about the 702 Jozi My Jozi Walk The Talk event taking place on Sunday, 26 July. The conversation highlights how the initiative brings together people from across Johannesburg to walk through the iconic CBD while celebrating the positive impact of ongoing urban renewal efforts. As a partner, FNB reflects on the importance of c...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Thuli Magubane, founder and director of MintFresh Technology Solution, and finalist Bryan Thomas founder of Universal Clubmaster, about their entrepreneurial journeys.   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...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about 6 killed in a baby custody dispute, hot weather is accounting for hundreds and an invasion of “silver cheeked toadfish”.   Bongani Bingwa speaks to world news correspondent Adam Gilchrist about major global stories, including a shooting in Germany, Europe's deadly heatwave, and Greece's toxic toothy fairy.  702 Breakfast with Bong...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about what are the things your partner does that really annoys you, but you still love them regardless and growing up, who told the best stories, and what made their stories so good? What makes a good storyteller?   702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.   Bongani makes sense of the news, int...

In this segment, Bongani Bingwa speaks with Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi about the “March and March” protest, concerns around illegal immigration, and government’s response to the planned action. The discussion focuses on balancing constitutional rights to protest with maintaining public order, government’s approach to monitoring developm...