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Just days after receiving her life changing knee replacement through The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility, Dawn joins East Coast Breakfast to share her emotional recovery, the joy of standing on her own again, and the hope she has for the future. Webpage
Spain are the new FIFA World Cup champions, and the East Coast Breakfast team has plenty to say about an unforgettable final. Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala and Carmen Reddy react to Spain's historic victory over Argentina, discuss what made them the best team in the tournament, debate Lionel Messi's legacy, and unpack the talking points from the trophy presentation. Webpage
Former Springbok Steven Kitshoff joins East Coast Breakfast to preview the Springboks' upcoming Nations Championship clash. He shares his thoughts on South Africa's squad depth, the biggest rugby fixtures, and why the new Nations Championship has been a success. Webpage
Kagiso Tiso Holdings CEO Paballo Makosholo joins East Coast Breakfast to share the surprise announcement that ensures the remaining finalists in The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility will receive the treatment they need this Mandela Day. Webpage
Busamed surgeons Dr. Zaheer Molla and Dr. Andrew de Vlieg join East Coast Breakfast to explain why Dawn was selected for surgery and what the future holds for the other finalists in The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility. Webpage
Relive the unforgettable finale of The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility. East Coast Breakfast and Busamed Private Hospital reveal the emotional surprise that all three finalists will receive the life changing surgery they need this Mandela Day. Webpage
After waiting more than five years, Dawn receives the news she's been hoping for. Listen to the emotional moment East Coast Breakfast and Busamed surprise her with the life changing knee replacement that will transform her future through The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility. Webpage
Three finalists share their stories in The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility. In partnership with Busamed, East Coast Breakfast meets the patients hoping to receive life changing surgery this Mandela Day and a chance at a new beginning. Webpage
This week on East Coast Breakfast, the team launched The Big Favour: From Pain to Possibility, giving one deserving person the chance at a life-changing surgery with the help of Busamed. While the Busamed team reviewed the entries, East Coast Breakfast got to know some of the heroes behind the operating theatre, including neurosurgeon Dr Victor Stallenberg, who shared insights into the most complex procedure he has performed, and the biggest misconception people have about surgeons. Webpage
Running out of ideas this school holiday? East Coast Breakfast explores affordable family activities, screen free games, parenting hacks, indoor and outdoor fun, and practical ways to keep kids entertained during the winter school holidays. Webpage
For 15 years, Darren Maule has been the one asking the questions. This time, two loyal East Coast Breakfast listeners turn the tables and put him in the hot seat. From hilarious confessions and behind-the-scenes radio stories to career reflections, life lessons, and his biggest on-air mistake, Darren opens up in one of his most personal conversations yet. If you've ever wondered what happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee, this episode is for you. Webpage
South African producer and DJ Sketchy Bongo joins East Coast Breakfast. He shares why great collaborations are built on genuine connections, how he keeps his sound fresh, and why he believes human creativity will always matter in the age of AI. Webpage
East Coast Breakfast welcomes Bafana Bafana home after their FIFA World Cup exit, celebrating the team's incredible achievement and the pride they've given South Africans. Webpage
Darren celebrated 15 years as East Coast Breakfast host and shared one of the most memorable experiences he's had on radio, and its a tearjerker. Webpage
With uncertainty surrounding planned protest action on 30 June, staying informed is more important than ever. East Coast Radio's Newswatch team will be on the ground across KZN, bringing you verified updates as events unfold. Plus, you'll get live traffic reports, hourly news bulletins, and updates from the air to help you navigate the day with confidence. Tune in to East Coast Breakfast for the latest information you can trust. Webpage
'A big glitterball of happiness for all of us': East Coast Breakfast have the latest reaction to Bafana Bafana's historic win this morning. Webpage
'I've waited my whole life for this' - Carmen on Bafana Bafana's victory over South Korea. Listen to East Coast Breakfast's first reaction early this morning to the 1-0 win in Bafana Bafana's latest 2026 FIFA World Cup match. Webpage
They pulled up in a branded bus and took over the studio. The cast of eGagasini are here, and they're spilling everything about SA's most talked-about new e.tv show. Premieres 29 June, 7:30pm. Webpage
What does it take to turn a small food business into one of Durban's most celebrated culinary brands? Chef Thuladu Ngadi and her daughter, Maluti, join East Coast Breakfast to share the inspiring story behind Fresh Food Daily. From humble beginnings at Durban Station in 2015 to operating from the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium, they reveal how passion, consistency, and authentic South African flavours helped them build a loyal following. Webpage
Fresh off their historic 2026 Comrades Marathon victories, George Kusche and Gerda Steyn joined East Coast Breakfast to unpack their unforgettable performances, share the emotions of crossing the finish line, and relive a race for the history books. Webpage
Most runners dream of completing one Comrades Marathon. Donovan Shirley decided to run it twice in 24 hours. Donovan Shirley joined East Coast Breakfast to talk about his extraordinary "Get Back Up" challenge, running the Comrades route from Pietermaritzburg to Durban before turning around and joining the official race back to Pietermaritzburg. Donovan shares why the 2026 Comrades theme "Ska Fela Moya" resonates so deeply with him, and how this challenge is about much more than kilometres. Through his run, Donovan is raising awareness and funds for mental health organisations SADAG and Matthew and Me, a non-profit created in memory of Matthew Grant, a teenager who lost his battle with depression. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, men's mental health, purpose, and what it means to get back up when life knocks you down. Webpage
Have you ever heard of a Schuko plug? Maybe not … but it has caused an annoyance in your life – every house has a Schuko plug. If it annoys Carmen Reddy, it probably annoys you as well! Find out what a Schuko plug is, and what its point is on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
Did you miss Ladysmith Black Mambazo live on East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning? Then you missed the most amazing performance! Catch up on ecr.co.za, and find out where you can get tickets to their show on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen delved into one of society's most bizarre elements … Community WhatsApp Groups - They asked you to submit your screenshots from bizarre conversations from KZN Community WhatsApp groups, and asked AI to create a song – The result was absolutely hilarious! Streaming now on ecr.co.za, under the East Coast breakfast Blog, or your favourite streaming platform: It's not a Fur Baby, it's a Cat! AND another fan-favourite – What happened to the Umdloti Monkey feeding station! Listen now! Webpage
East Coast Breakfast discusses 38 recipients of South Africa's national orders, awarded for contributions to democracy and improving citizens' lives. The team zone in on Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus receiving an order but being unable to attend due to Springbok alignment camp, reportedly sending his 81-year-old friend Frikkie Erasmus to collect it. Webpage
If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren took a hilarious and slightly terrifying look at the unofficial rules of the road in KZN after learner licence pass rates dropped following South Africa's new computerised testing system. From treating roundabouts like vibes, to believing a yellow robot means “two more cars minimum”. Plus… why do KZN drivers think the yellow lane is a VIP fast lane?! Catch the full flashback now on the East Coast Breakfast page at ecr.co.za Webpage
Think passing your learner's licence is easy? Think again. Since South Africa introduced a new computerised testing system, learner's licence pass rates have dropped dramatically, and many drivers are being caught off guard. KZN Transport spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya joined East Coast Breakfast to explain what's changed, why so many people are failing, and whether experienced drivers would still pass the test today. Webpage
After Durban City's historic 2-1 victory over TS Galaxy in the Nedbank Cup Final, veteran goalkeeper Darren Keet joined East Coast Breakfast to relive the unforgettable win that brought silverware, pride, and hope back to Durban. Keet, alongside goalkeeper coach Rowen Fernandez, chatted to Darren, Sky, and Carmen about the pressure, the passion, and the moments that defined Durban City's incredible cup run. Webpage
Siphamandla Mthiyane won a brand-new BMW M240i in East Coast Radio and Gold Rush's Live Inside and Win the Ride! After living in the car for 10 days, he drove away with the prize. He joined East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to speak about the most difficult thing was about living in a car with 9 other contestants, and what it feels like to drive a brand-new BMW M240i Webpage
A very familiar voice from your mornings on East Coast Radio is stepping into the MasterChef SA kitchen as a surprise guest judge this Sunday at 18:00 on e.tv. But which East Coast Breakfast favourite is it? Before the big reveal on TV, we're spilling all the behind-the-scenes tea, what the experience was really like, and whether the contestants survived the pressure Webpage
“Live Inside & Win a Ride”, brought to you by Goldrush is coming to East Coast Radio! It'. 10 people will live in a car for 10 days and there will be a series of challenges and elimination rounds, and ultimately one person will drive away in a brand-new BMW M240i worth more than a Million Rand! If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Deon Govender reviewed the BMW M240i in great detail – and the car is more impressive than anyone could imagine! Webpage
Sune Luus joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning, and the team asked her what the last thing is she Google … her answer was something NOBODY expected! Webpage
This year on The Big Favour on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen has been on a journey to help eradicate pit toilets in KZN schools! With the help of LottoStar, Breadline Africa, and Envirosan, they have demolished the pit toilets at 3 schools, and replaced them with proper, functioning, safe, clean toilets! Follow the story on ecr.co.za, under the East Coast Breakfast Blog, and find out what it feels like for a child to flush a toilet for the first time in their entire lives! Webpage
This year, East Coast Breakfast has taken on the powerful mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools, with the backing of LottoStar and Breadline Africa, and now in the hands of Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan. In the latest update, Brian checks in with another school principal and reveals that they could be less than a week away from finishing their school! It's a real look at the challenges behind creating safer schools and the determination to push through them. Follow every step of the journey on ecr.co.za under East Coast Breakfast. Webpage
If you missed it on East Coast Breakfast: The Big Favour with LottoStar is well on track with their mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan has announced that the demolition of the old pit toilets at the 3 schools is done, and work has started on building new, safe toilets – But they've already run into their first roadblock. You won't believe how fast the work is progressing! AND there's a video on the WhatsApp channel [On WhatsApp click updates > search East Coast Radio > Hit follow]. You can also follow the progress on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage
If you missed it on East Coast Breakfast: The Big Favour with LottoStar is well on track with their mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan has announced that the demolition of the old pit toilets at the 3 schools is done, and work have already begun on building new, safe toilets – But they've already run into their first roadblock. You won't believe how fast the work is progressing! AND there's a video on the WhatsApp channel [On WhatsApp click updates > search East Coast Radio > Hit follow]. You can also follow the progress on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage
You've been part of a journey with East Coast Breakfast … and it's been nothing short of powerful. Together with LottoStar, YOU raised an incredible R1 847 500 to help eradicate pit toilets in schools, a reality thousands of children still face every single day. Then, on Tuesday morning, Marion Wagner, CEO of Breadline Africa, made an announcement that changes everything: Not two… but THREE schools will now have their pit toilets demolished and replaced with proper, clean, safe facilities. See why this matters. Watch the video now on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast … and imagine your child using that facility. This is real change. This is dignity. This is safety. Webpage
South Africa's longest running and most beloved music festival is turning 35! Splashy Fen is taking place between 2 and 6 April 2026/ Tickets at plashyfen.co.za - There's more than 30 food trucks, stalls & artisan vendors, 6 stages of live music, and more than 300 artists – Including Jemma Kate and Angel M! They took over the East Coast Breakfast studio with an epic live performance on Friday morning! Listen again on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
Darren shared a powerful story about when Carmen Reddy had to use a pit toilet for the first time a daily reality for many children in KZN. Marion Wagner, CEO of Breadline Africa, joined the team for what she thought was a regular update… but then came the big moment. Darren, Sky, and Carmen surprised her with ANOTHER R1 847 500 raised through The Big Favour with LottoStar to continue eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Webpage
What started as a shocking first for Carmen turned into a reality check for all of us. Darren Maule relives the emotional day they visited MaShangase in Inchanga and why it still hits hard today. For many children in KZN, pit toilets aren't a once-off experience… they're everyday life. But thanks to YOU, over R1.8 million was raised during Santa's Stash with LottoStar and now, real change is coming. Find out how lives are about to be transformed. Full plan revealed Thursday at 07:40 on East Coast Breakfast. Webpage
The Kickstands joined Darren, Sky and Carmen ahead of the 35th Splashy Fen! They gave us a stellar performance, reminisced on their years of Splashy & even spoke on a song that East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
After waking up before the rest of KZN for two decades, Natarah Nadesan is signing off from the East Coast Breakfast news desk. We look back at the early mornings, the unforgettable on-air moments, and the life milestones that happened while she kept the province informed. From memorable broadcasts to the occasional on-air slip-up, Natarah reflects on her journey, and reveals what comes next. Webpage
Attorney Ashton Naidoo joined East Coast Breakfast to unpack the Sibling Maintenance Law controversy and how it actually works. He also educated us on other weird laws that exist in South Africa, from witchcraft, dying your dogs, and riding horses while inebriated. Webpage
War erupted after the US and Israel carried out coordinated airstrikes against Iran, shutting down airspace, disrupting flights and rattling global oil markets. The biggest question for South Africans is how this will affect our petrol and Diesel Prices – Marius Van Der Walt, East Coast Radio's Chief news editor joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen to discuss the impact. Get the full conversation on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage
Things got heated (literally) on East Coast Breakfast! Darren, Sky, and Carmen found themselves in a surprisingly serious debate about the studio temperature. Darren insisted the aircon should stay at a crisp 22°C, Carmen argued that 25°C is the perfect cosy setting, and Sky tried to keep the peace with a compromise: 10 minutes at 22 and 10 minutes at 25. But the real judges? You, our listeners. Webpage
On Friday morning on East Coast Breakfast Darren, Sky, and Carmen was looking for a couple who has been dating for less than 3 months, and they sent them on a weekend away to Jozini Tiger Lodge – The catch … they had to leave immediately! The team caught up with the happy couple on Monday morning to find out how it all went – Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
It's the weekend of love on East Coast Radio, and things got real romantic… real fast! On Friday morning, East Coast Breakfast met Calvin and Carina - a couple who only met three months ago on Instagram. Cute, right? Well… it gets better. They won a dreamy getaway to Jozini Tiger Lodge, but there was a twist. They had to drop everything and leave immediately! No packing. No planning. Just vibes. Here's how it went... Webpage
After finding out that Carmen couldn't whistle for all these years, East Coast Breakfast wondered what other "normal" things KZN people couldn't do. YOH - we didn't realise just how abnormal we are. From burping, to drinking water and even parking forwards - these are all the "normal" things KZN people can't do! Webpage
After East Coast Breakfast's returned from Season 2 of My School Rules, the team realised the Carmen Reddy CAN NOT WHISTLE. After many interventions and classes, Carmen Reddy was given 24 hours to learn how to whistle … did she nail it? Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage
Connor Doig from Westville, with Bulgarian partner Dimitar Kisimov, won the boys' doubles title at the Australian Open! Connor joined East Coast Breakfast in studio to share his journey of commitment, sacrifice, and balancing schoolwork while chasing a Grand Slam dream. Webpage