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Ryan O'Connor Breakfast Show

Cape Town wakes up to the Ryan O' Connor Breakfast Show every weekday morning 6am - 9am with a chance to crack Ryan's R 50 000 Noise! Sucess Lekabe on traffic, Ricky Shroeder on sports, Merentia van der Vent on News and Producer Phil De Lange.
Daily English South Africa News Narrated by Success Lekabe, Ricky Schroeder
821 Episodes
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Mo and Asgar running their way into the record books for a good cause

Last year, Asgar Dalvie and Mo Sanglay trained to run 42.2km's in the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in Bokkie, a two metre foam replica of an SPCA vehicle. Then Cape Town's wind arrived with other plans. The 2025 marathon was cancelled before the race even began, leaving the pair with…
22 May 6AM 7 min

David Derman talks about his new single 'Stardust'

Musician David Derman has a brand new single out. 'STARDUST' is available to stream on all platforms. He joined us in studio to tell us how a shower thought and the movie Interstellar helped him pen the new song.
22 May 6AM 4 min

You won't believe who she had a crush on

We were talking about your first crush on the show this morning. While most of the responses were cute and endearing, there was one caller who had a very bizarre confession for us.
21 May 6AM 3 min

FUTURE 50: Supahot Geysers (Episode 16)

On Future 50, powered by FNB Business, we profile Supahot Geysers, a proudly South African manufacturer built on determination, innovation, and a commitment to quality water heating solutions.
19 May 6AM 5 min

Caitlin O'Connor in Cape Town

Caitlin O’Connor is a working LA born actress, model, TV host, and producer - now living in Cape Town, while her movie star fiancé Joe Manganiello shoots his new Netflix series ONE PIECE in the Mother City. Known for her roles on HBO’s Winning Time, Key & Peele, and Two…
18 May 4AM 6 min

A golden retriever that takes uber trips in Cape Town

Relationships don't always work out. That's part of life. But it can get really complicated if you lived together and shared things. But what happens when you can't let go of something? In this case - joint custody of a Golden Retriever…
15 May 5AM 3 min

The Gift of Sight Golf Invitational

We got involved with The Gift of Sight Invitational and broadcast live from De Zalze Golf Estate. It’s more than just a golf day—it’s a powerful event filled with camaraderie, purpose, and impact. Golfers, philanthropists, and supporters will unite for one goal: to restore sight and transform lives. Hosted by…
15 May 4AM 3 min

Gigi K - from Milnerton to the world

Gianna Khusal, known as as Gigi K. At just 11 years old, Gigi has achieved what many seasoned artists dream of: earning South African National Federation Colours in both Piano and Vocals for two years running. Most notably, she is the only representative from Cape Town given the opportunity to…
15 May 4AM 7 min

Reach for A Dream: Jason's story

Our friends from Reach for A Dream told us about Jason who has had some challenges in his young life. He is a is a kind, thoughtful, adventurous, and caring 14 year old with big dreams. He is also an absolute superstar in mountain biking - he was ceded in…
13 May 6AM 10 min

FUTURE 50: The Pole Yard (Episode 15)

On Future 50, where unstoppable business stories take centre stage, we profile The Pole Yard – specialists in timber, fencing, decking, rustic furniture, and more, with five branches and a flagship store.
12 May 4AM 5 min

The Human League's Philip Oakey in studio

Tomorrow legendary British synth-pop pioneers The Human League will bring their iconic sound to the Grand Arena at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World. Joining them as special guests are fellow UK synth-pop favourites Blancmange. Tickets are on sale now from Breakout Events or through Webtickets. Philip Oakey from The Human…
11 May 5AM 5 min

The Little Hero Foundation

The Little Hero Foundation exists to solve one of the biggest root causes of animal suffering in South Africa: uncontrolled dog overpopulation. Rather than focusing only on rescue, we fund large-scale sterilisation programmes that prevent suffering before it starts.
7 May 6AM 8 min

A listeners advice for buying on eBay

Gaming company GameStop has reportedly put in a bid to buy eBay for around R940 billion. South Africans don't seem to use eBay too much but there are a number of users that prefer it to buy things they wouldn't find on our most used online retailers. Sean is a…
5 May 6AM 4 min

FUTURE 50: The Sneaker Shack (Episode 14)

On Future 50, powered by FNB Business, we profile Sneaker Shack, the unstoppable South African business changing the way Mzansi thinks about sneaker care.
5 May 4AM 5 min

Captain Johan Potgieter says this is unlike anything he's ever done

A police Captain's bravery has been applauded after he was involved in a highly dangerous and complex operation along the Komati River over the weekend, in which he hoisted a massive crocodile by helicopter. This amid the search for missing businessman Gabriel Batista, who is believed to have drowned after…
4 May 2AM 8 min

FUTURE 50: Van Ryn Rubber (Episode 13)

This week on Future 50, powered by FNB Business, we’re shining a spotlight on Van Ryn Rubber, one of South Africa’s leading high-volume rubber-moulding specialists.
29 Apr 6AM 5 min
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