East Coast Breakfast with Darren Maule

It's December but the beaches aren't coming out to play. These Durban beaches are closed (again) due to high amounts of pollution. Webpage

The Betway SA 20 returns from the 26th of December 2025 to the 25th of January 2026. The first match in Durban is on the 28th with Durban's Super Giants taking on MI Cape Town - Tickets are available on ticketpro - Durban Super Giants Coach, Lance Kleusner is joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen on East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

JP Pietersen joined East Coast Breakfast to talk strategy ahead of the epic clash against the Blue Bulls, what fans can expect and the real reason behind the limited GOLD jersey! Oh, and you won't believe the scariest thing he's ever done! Webpage

The tragic news of the death of Warrick Stock spread through the nation on Tuesday, 16 December 2025. The 40-year-old media personality, known as DJ Warras, died Tuesday afternoon near Johannesburg's Carlton Centre. Police say he was armed but couldn't fire back as a gunman hit him four times in the chest and once in the chin; nothing was stolen from him. Webpage

After a week and a half of non-stop wins, festive chaos, and jaw-dropping moments, Lottostar's Santa's Stash wrapped up in the BIGGEST way possible all in support of The Big Favour. East Coast Radio Managing Director Mzuvele Mthethwa joins Darren, Sky, and Carmen to reflect on just how powerful this year's Big Favour campaigns have been… before Lottostar CMO Maria Pavli drops the number that stopped everyone in their tracks. R1 847 500 raised because of YOU. This isn't just a campaign recap, it's proof of what happens when KZN shows up, shows love, and shows heart. Webpage

KZN remembers Paige Bell, a 20-year-old South African woman whose life was tragically taken while working abroad. As we close off 16 Days of Activism, we reflect on her story and share a listener-written tribute song honouring her life, raising awareness, and reminding us why saying her name still matters. Webpage

This December, KZN is more than just beaches and braais! Darren, Sky, and Carmen dive into the ultimate guide for non-beach festive adventures across the province, from juicy litchis and magical light trails to adrenaline-packed game reserves, festive markets, and dinosaur-filled wonderlands! We've got every East Coaster covered. Tune in for tips, laughs, and everything you need to December like a local - sand-free but full of fun! Webpage

Experience the profound impact of the Big Favour Season of Sharing. With your support, R3.1-million was raised, providing enough essential food items to fill a wheelbarrow with rice, sugar, beans, samp, flour, onions, potatoes, butternut, maize meal, and oil. This contribution will sustain a family of four for up to six weeks with three nutritious meals a day. Darren, Sky, and Carmen visited Buhlebethu High School to witness the difference your generosity is making, and the encounter transformed their perspective in ways they never expected. Webpage

Tis the season we've all been waiting for, and the question that remains is simple: When is the right time to put up your Christmas tree? Is there even a right time? Well, Darren, Sky and Carmen took to KZN to find out when the perfect time is, and it turns out, you might be late to the party... Webpage

If you missed it this week on East Coast Breakfast, South Africa's most famous cartoonist Zapiro joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of the launch of his 30th annual collection What Else Could Go Wrong? He's unveiling it this Sunday, 30 November, at Gateway Mall, at the food court near the glass floor, starting at Noon featuring his most iconic cartoons from the year. Catch the full conversation now on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

If you missed it this week on East Coast Breakfast, Celeste Ntuli, South Africa's undefeated, undisputed Queen of Zulu Comedy joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of her Celeste N Da Big Dudes Comedy Special. After a sold-out smash hit in Johannesburg, the show is coming to Durban for the very first time at the playTSOGO Globe on Thursday, 4 December. Tickets are available on TicketPro. Listen back now on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

Darren Maule announced that he has been diagnosed with YEF … Year-End-Fatigue … Darren, Sky, and Carmen called their sports correspondent, Cobus, who said we should phone his cousin…KOLIN with a K from Cape Town, because Cape Town has an ocean, not a Sea! Webpage

Michael Ngema - the director of the Umlazi Film Festival - joined Darren, Sky and Carmen ahead of this epic meet of local and international filmmakers. He shares the journey the festival has taken, what it's all about, what you can expect and how you can get involved. Webpage

The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 weather warning which has affected roads all over the province. Here's what you need to know as you make your morning commute. Webpage

The G20 is taking place in Joburg this weekend, and East Coast Breakfast are putting together South Africa's PERFECT delegation! Who would you include? Carmen Reddy said General Mkhwanazi, Sky Tshabalala wants Rassie Erasmus, and Darren Maule wants to send someone who is actually already at the G20! You'll never guess who Webpage

The G20 Summit is taking place in Joburg this weekend – Filled with important people – But you are just as important! East Coast Breakfast wanted to know what you would say at the G20 Summit if you had just 10 seconds. Webpage

Darren Maule has bagged a nomination for Best Breakfast Show Presenter in the Telkom Radio Awards, but why should he have all the glory? This morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen turned the spotlight on you, the real heroes of the workplace! We asked KZN: What award should YOU win at work? From an e-hailing driver with a jaw-dropping 34,000 trips, to Katie, whose voice notes are so long they need their own data bundle - the entries were pure gold. Webpage

Those jobs only YOU can do at home, from dishwashers to potato-mashing to Carmen being the only person who can operate that infamously confusing Umhlanga lift. Darren, Sky, and Carmen even spoke to the actual elevator technician to find out WHAT THEY WERE THINKING! Webpage

We spilled the beans on KZN with a pretty higher grade problem sum and most of you got it! If you didn't though, this is the answer. A very significant number! Webpage

A tragic flash flood hid the town of Newcastle with the Factory Plaza being affected. East Coast Breakfast spoke to Dina Tseng, a Factory Plaza business owner, who shared the real stories behind those affected. Webpage

As we wrapped our Season of Sharing Telethon on Friday where you helped us raise R1.8M, we thought the surprises were over. However, Pick n Pay decided it wasn't enough and they dropped a huge bombshell that had us shocked and grateful! Webpage

Christmas is around the corner and families everywhere have already started planning for the big day! Darren, Sky and Carmen had a bit of a debate on East Coast Breakfast on which traditional Christmas foods should go. Trifle? Jelly and Custard? The BRAAI?? Well, we asked KZN and the debate was polarising! Take a listen Webpage

Sky Tshabalala has learned something new about the origins of surnames … So, on Tuesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen explored some cultural phenomenon that nobody knew – Like some cultures only eat soup in Winter, and that Zulus have no “R” Webpage

The Comrades Marathon 2026 made history selling out in under 10 hours! East Coast Breakfast's Darren, Sky, and Carmen chat with Comrades Marathon General Manager Alain Delay to unpack how this record-breaking rush happened, what role social media played, and what's next for those who missed out. Webpage

It's the week of our annual Season of Sharing Telethon and Carmen Reddy is offering a deluxe Spa experience as she raises funds for the Season of Sharing. Send through your pledges on Thursday between 8 and 9AM to 087 087 9495 and this is what you could win! Webpage

After weeks of quizzes and hundreds of entries, we finally have a WINNER! R25,000 - gone in 30 seconds Webpage

Carmen Reddy is the Clue Fairy today! She found 2 clues that will help you win R24 000 in cash in Darren Maule's Quick Quiz on Thursday morning! It's the end of October, and these clues might be the difference between 4 out of 5 and 5 out of 5. Webpage

The CSA T20 Challenge is back this weekend and the Hollywoodbets Dolphins are taking on the Moothee Ram Tuskers this Saturday! If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, CEO of Dolphins Cricket, Heinrich Strydom, and newly signed Dolphins player, Anrich Nortje, joined the team ahead of the big clash. Webpage

Darren shared a weird and unusual instruction he was given that completely melted his brain! "I'm befuddled, I'm confused and I'm dumbfounded" Webpage

Durban City Coach Gavin Hunt joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of their big clash against Kaizer Chiefs. He shared what makes coaching in Durban unique, the biggest challenges when taking on a giant like Chiefs, and his thoughts on Bafana Bafana's World Cup chances. Webpage

The Gauteng High Court has ordered Jacob Zuma to pay back the money in 60 days and The Oyster Box Hotel unveiled a bronze statue in memory of Skabenga The Cat Webpage

Payday is around the corner - so close, yet sooo far! And Darren, Sky and Carmen wanted to know from you if you prefer getting paid monthly, or would you rather get paid weekly or once a year (a lumpsum). KZN had some pretty valid arguments... Webpage

Ding Dong Darren is making a comeback for one day only and you can have him at your kid's birthday party this year! Here's how you can make their dream come true Webpage

Matric exam season has officially commenced and YOH - the stress has started! Don't you just wish a few subjects would be open book exams? Well, Darren, Sky and Carmen asked KZN to share their suggestions and the responses were valid and hilarious! Webpage

We know Marc Lottering for his sharp wit and laugh-out-loud comedy—but this time, he joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen with his husband, Anwar McKay, to share a very different story. Anwar has just written a best-selling book about his own life, and together they opened up about love, resilience, and what it means to tell your truth. Webpage

The incredible Ndlovu Youth Choir joined Darren, Sky and Carmen on East Coast Breakfast ahead of their big show at the Durban Playhouse! Darren also aked them for a HUGE favour Webpage

A search and rescue operation unfolded dramatically in the skies over KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday (15 October) after two light aircraft sent out MAYDAY calls, sparking an urgent response from emergency services. The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) confirmed after the distress signal came through to air traffic control. East Coast Breakfast unpacked this Webpage

The festive season is around the corner and ECR is looking forward to feeding more families this year with YOUR help! Whether its R100, R100,000 or a wheelbarrow, every donation helps to make a difference in a family's life during the festive season. Here's how you can help feed smiles with East Coast Radio. Webpage

Celebrity chef and MasterChef SA judge Katlego Mlambo joins Darren, Sky, and Carmen to dish on the sizzling return of MasterChef South Africa for its sixth season! From what it really takes to be a contestant, to juicy behind-the-scenes secrets, this episode serves up everything you need to know before entering the competition yourself. Could YOU be the next MasterChef? Webpage

Darren's daughter Mouse is looking to get her first job and Darren didn't know where to start. So, he asked KZN for help and boy did they have some fun suggestions... Webpage

Darren had an awkward family quagmire this past weekend where his mother and his wife couldn't agree on who gets to be passenger princess. Turns out, he's not the only one who goes through this. So we asked KZN to help settle this - who gets the front seat in this situation? Webpage

We're turning 29 years young and to celebrate, we're giving YOU 29 litres of fuel - courtesy of Engen - to thank you for being with us all these years! This Thursday (9 October), East Coast Radio will be live at Engen's all across KZN to fill your tank up 29 times over! Webpage