The Best of Early Breakfast

Yesterday we received a call from a Netcare employee regarding communication to the staff about COVID-19, etc. He works at Netcare Waterfall. This morning we're joined by Netcare's Regional Director for Gauteng South West, Sandile Mbele, to respond to the issues raised by Sipho. Guest: Sandile Mbele, Regional Director: Gauteng South West at Netcare Topics: Right of reply: Netcare responding to employee call Host: Africa Melane See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ANC NEC has instructed the economic cluster to look into the feasibility of a basic income grant for the unemployed. The party says this is important to tackle the poverty that has been exacerbated by the pandemic. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a historic emergency package to deal with the coronavirus crisis in South Africa. It is historic because it is the largest such spending package yet. Child support grant beneficiaries will receive an extra R300 in May and from June to October they will receive an additional R500 each month. Unemployed South Africans not already receiving a grant or not receiving a UIF payment will be eligible for R350 per month. Guest: Ivor Chipkin, Director of the think-tank on Government and Public Policy Topics: Basic income grant beyond Covid-19 relief fund Host: Africa Melane, Early Breakfast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Been speculating about which fitness brand is the hottest? Want to follow the worlds most powerful fitness influencer? This morning, Africa and Liezel discuss the results of this report, as well as looking at what safety measures gyms in SA have put into place for when they reopen. Guest: Liezel van der Westhuizen, KFM early mornings Host, TV, MC & Motivational Speaker Topic: Fitness Friday’s with Liezel V – Fitness Index Report See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In January, the South African Policing Union called on Police Minister Bheki Cele to cancel the firearm amnesty calling it problematic, adding that it undermines accountability. However, in April some firearm owners petitioned the Minister to consider extending the amnesty. Topic: Another firearm amnesty period approved Guest: Claire Taylor, Researcher at Gun Free SA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said Gauteng would emerge with the highest number of cases in the coming days, overtaking the Western Cape. Mkhize has also warned that South Africa is on the verge of facing a spike in coronavirus cases and related deaths which means another hard lockdown "may become necessary". Mkhize said the infection rate in Gauteng, in particular, had increased faster than had been anticipated. He added that the so-called "hard lockdown" – Level 5 – had helped prepare the healthcare sector for the anticipated surge in infections. Guest: Professor Alex van den Heever, WITS School of Governance Topics: What Gauteng can learn from the Western Cape See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi said the commitment to pay the Ters benefits till June, 2020 is per the initial Directive of March 26, 2020. In total, UIF has disbursed close to R28 billion since 16 April 2020. It says R770 million has been paid directly into the bank accounts of the workers instead of being paid through their employers even though the employers lodged the claims on behalf of workers. The cumulative figure since April that has been paid as relief payments to domestic workers stands at R135 million while a total of R639 million has been paid to workers of foreign nationality. Guest: Melitta Ngalonkulu, Financial Journalist at Moneyweb Topic: The UIF will not pay out from July Host: Africa Melane See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nomkhitha Gysman, Independent gender specialist spoke to Wasanga Mehana on how representation in parliament is important and ways in which this could ultimately fight injustices on problems like Gender based violence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Himal Parbhoo, CEO of FNB savings and cash investments had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on how senior citizens can manage the financial impact caused by the pandemic and record low-interest rates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Song-writer, musician and producer, Nani 'INANI' Matthew had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on how the pandemic is affecting artists, what inspired him to write a song focused on gender based violence and who he would like to collaborate with in future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giulia Criscuolo, Pharmacist complimentary medicines expert and life chats with Wasanga Mehana on the vitamin's that may be essential for optimal immune function and protecting against viral illness such as respiratory tract infections a common feature of covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khotso Rams, Television host and entertainment enthusiast chats with Wasanga Mehana on the latest entertainment news from Maphorisa reportedly firing South African influencer, model and entrepreneur Faith Nkesi, musician Sho Majozi exposing Burna Boy and Moonchild Sanelly signed to international label Transgressive records. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phuti Kgomo,Senior Tax adviser at Bowmans analyzes the supplementary budget speech by the minister of finance Tito Mboweni. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital specialist, Dirk Visser chats with Wasanga Mehana on ways to proactively manage your reputation online, as negative opinions about your business can scare off potential hire, influencer partnerships and customers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Livia Dyer, Partner at Bowmans chats with Wasanga Mehana explaining what it means for businesses/organisations now that the President has announced that the majority of the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) will commence on 1 July 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicholas Riemer, FNB head of investment education chats with Wasanga Mehana on how and why government bonds work and ways to gain assess this asset class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christelle Colman, Insurance expert at Old Mutual insure chats with Wasanga Mehana on how parents can have a critical "insurance talk" which enable young adults to successfully leverage opportunities without falling into debt or suffering crippling loss in their early lives and career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senzo Nsibande, FNB head of card fraud chats with Wasanga Mehana on how fraudsters have increased their attempts to defraud consumers through card not present shopping activity's and tips to protect yourself from such crimes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillip Rosenthal, Christian View network Spokesperson chats with Wasanga Mehana on why they are against the draft 'Gender identity' policy by the Western Cape education department, to allow boys into girls changing rooms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Siphokazi Jonas, Poet, co-writer and director of #wearedyinghere chats with Wasanga Mehana on gender based violence worsening in the country and whether it is important to center messaging around hope when it comes to GBV. She also spoke as to what inspired them to take a theatrical play focusing on the prevalence of gender based violence in South Africa to now be streamed online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Trishun Singh, Leading local cardiologist practicing at Netcare St Augustine hospital in Durban chats with Wasanga Mehana on the dangers of not monitoring and treating chronic diseases adequately during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khotso Rams, Television host and entertainment enthusiast chats with Wasanga Mehana on South Africans cancelling international musician and actor Tyrese Gibson on outlandish claims about South Africa, Fondo Bronco coming back with a 2020 reboot, the Ferguson's refute actor Mlami Mangcala ill treatment allegation and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mannie Jnr. Ramos, CEO at of Abeco Tanks chats with Wasanga Mehana on why water tanks and water hygiene should become top priority as the Coronavirus pandemic is impacting the poorest communities in Africa who have limited access to water for basic sanitation, hygiene and health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Mirriam Close, Specialist psychiatrist at Crescent clinic had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on the impact of emotional/psychological trauma caused by gender based violence towards the victim and the importance of getting out of an abusive relationship and seeking medical assistance, she also broke down the dark motivation behind an abusive perpetrators. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maurice Smithers, Southern Africa Alcohol Policy Alliance director chats with Wasanga Mehana on how safer roads and communities will only be achieved if there is a better alcohol related legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tasneem Ismail, South African youth Black Lives Matter organizer had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on how the youth in South Africa can take a stand when it comes to #Black Lives Matter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reggae and dancehall Musician, Mphikeli "Bongo Riot" Zungu had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on the challenges of being a reggae musician in South Africa, the transition of being in a popular group like "Gang instrumentals" to having a solo career and the financial problems he experienced when he paused his career. He also gave advise to people who want a career in the music industry and his return in the music industry with a dancehall battle with Black Dellinger via Facebook live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rioma Cominelli, Director at First Loyalty Plus chats with Wasanga Mehana on how the internet has unlocked our communication superpowers by providing a variety of opportunities to connect through multiple social activities during lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khotso Rams, Television host and entertainment enthusiast had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on the latest entertainment news from Refilwe Modiselle winning an international award, the Ferguson's involved in another drama with their on of their actor, Babes Wodumo shares the struggles of being in the industry and DJ Zinhle speaks on the cyber bullying her child is experiencing pleading the public to stop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sonja Simak, Master transformation coach, facilitator and trainer for systemic healing with integral background in trauma and owner of HealingPoint chats with Wasanga Mehana on how children who grow up in households where abuse is being perpetrated affects them in the long run and how they can be rehabilitated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital specialist, Dirk Visser chats with Wasanga Mehana as to why Mark Zuckenburg decided to review Facebook's content policies after the site received backlash particularly from its own employees, over the decision to not remove controversial post from US president Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Yusuf Dasoo, Director of the BIOART fertility centre and fertility specialist chats with Wasanga Mehana on the misconception and stigma around infertility and how to measure readiness especially with females who want to have kids at later stage of their life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dhashni Naidoo, FNB consumer education programme manager chats with Wasanga Mehana on ways to stretch your rands and cents during lockdown as the challenges of income instability require consumers to cultivate good money management habits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Durrant, Bluegrass digital CEO chats with Wasanga Mehana on how companies need to rethink the way they do business and try to adapt to the ‘new normal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Kayser, Fluid CEO chats with Wasanga Mehana on how to conduct a productive virtual meeting within a company, especially now that many businesses work remotely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrain Zanetti, General manager at Hey Jude chats with Wasanga Mehana on how important it is for businesses to keep staff motivated and mentally connected as many of them are still working remotely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridgette Vermaak, Xperien IT Asset Disposal expert chats with Wasanga Mehana on how to combat e-waste as it is becoming a growing problem due to a large number of IT assets improperly recycled annually, exposing the environment to toxic waste. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mc Loughlin, Cyber-security expert and J2 software CEO chats with Nickolaus Bauer on the importance of cyber security and privacy risks in businesses whilst they are accommodating remote working for their employees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khotso Rams, Television host and entertainment enthusiast chats with Nickolus Bauer on the latest entertainment news from John Boyega's "Black Lives matter" inspiring speech, Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi apologizing for her old social media tweets, L'Oréal facing backlash for supporting the Black Lives Matter movement and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy Gluckman, Director at Cohesion collective an equality, diversity and inclusion consulting and training firm had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on people around the world who have rallied in solidarity with anti-racism protests in the United States following the police killing of George Floyd. He spoke on the reason behind why people focus on reporting on the looting and protests instead as to why people have taken to the streets in the first place. He discussed the role in which leaders could take to serve the outcry of people and try to meet the protesters needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital Specialist, Dirk Visser had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on the global protests sparked by the death in police custody of George Floyd in Minneapolis, he explained the meaning behind #Blackout Tuesday and whether brands should join in such social issues. He also spoke on the insensitive challenges on Black Lives Matter made on social media and the pledges people have made to support organizations seeking to address the injustice happening in the US and the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manzo Khulu,Owner and director at Khuluma language services and Abram Mashatole, Academic focusing on linguistics had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on the development potential within South Africa if indigenous black languages are same stature as English and Afrikaans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bianca Viljoen, director at Agility Channel had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on how to focus on our personal healthy achievements and steps towards our fitness goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nola Payne, Head of faculty of Information and communications technology at the IIE had a conversation with Wasanga Mehana on how matrics should aim to re-create their own exam experience. As there will not be an official mid-year exam this year due to the pandemic as this will provide valuable practice and opportunity to improve their performance later year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catherine Clark, Owner and Founder of the Harvest Table offers tips on how to eat well and maintain a healthy immune system that is not only inexpensive but will see you back in tip toe shape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racey Muchilwa, Head of Norvartis Sub-Saharan Africa had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on the reason behind the stigma on certain diseases like Multiple Sclerosis and the importance of communicating and educating people on the different types to diseases to eliminate people spreading misinformation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kenneth Coster, Partner at Webber Wentzel chats with Nickoluas Bauer on the legal standpoint of the employer to ensure the workplace is safe to go back to. He also touched on whether the employee has the right to refuse to go back to work if they feel it is not safe and the importance of a Covid-19 compliance officer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selina Beiber,Senior regional director for Turkey, MENA and south Africa at GoDaddy chats with Nickolaus Bauer on ways in which freelancers and small business owners can accelerate their digital journey to help stay active during the covid-19 pandemic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khotso Rams, Television host and entertainment enthusiast had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on the latest entertainment news discussing Hip Hop artist being signed by urban culture label "Def Jam", Ricky Rick issuing an apology to Sizwe Dhlomo, Why #SomiziMustFall was trending and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ceri Von Ludwig, Family law expert had a conversation with Nickolaus Bauer on whether this is the right time to get a divorce and what will the divorce rate look like probably after the lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital specialist, Dirk Visser chats with Nickolaus Bauer on how people can avoid falling into the "Dunning-Kruger effect" which is a cognitive bias in which people believe that they are smarter and more capable than they really are, unable to posses skills needed to recognize their own incompetence. He explained on how this has become more prevalent on social media making it more dangerous especially when people write posts on covid-19 without doing proper research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.