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Mhlungu speak to Founder of Bridge books in Joburg CBD, Griffin Shea to review books themed around freedom namely, Mark Gevisser’s The pink line and Perceval Everett’s - The Trees. 702 WEEKEND BREAKFAST WITH GUGS MHLUNGU PODCAST BOILERPLATE 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live – 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on Saturday and Sunday between 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) on 702. There’s more from the show at https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-weekend-breakfast-with-gugs-mhlungu/ Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-weekend-breakfast-with-gugs-mhlungu/audio-podcasts/the-best-of-702-weekend-breakfast/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugs Mhlungu and Founder of Bridge books in Joburg CBD, Griffin Shea on review Children of Blood and Bone Novel by Tomi Adeyem which is currently being adapted into a movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff shares his unfiltered thoughts on Cyril Ramaphosa's response to the crumbling Joburg CBD, while Leigh-Ann Mol battles an ant invasion of epic proportions. Plus, we unpack Meghan Markle's calculated climb into one of the most powerful families in the world—and how she continues to flaunt it The Real Network

7.3.25 Pt 1 - Join Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski as they unpack just how out of touch President Cyril Ramaphosa seems after his visit to Joburg CBD, dissect the unmistakable look of someone who might just boil your cat, and gear up for an action-packed sports weekend with Ben's colorful preview. The Real Network

In a bid to tackle the heavy traffic congestion that plagues Johannesburg's CBD, Uber has introduced a new service called Uber Moto. Piloted in parts of the western suburbs of the city, Uber Moto allows passengers to ride on motorbikes, offering a faster and more affordable alternative to traditional ride-hailing options. With fares starting at R18, Uber Moto promises to be nearly half the price of an UberGo for similar distances. The service is designed to cater to the needs of passengers looking to navigate the city quickly during peak hours with rides limited to one passenger per trip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The three-storey structure, located in Jeppestown, caught fire during the early hours of Sunday morning, leading to the deaths of four people. Residents told Eyewitness News the building resembled an informal settlement with shacks and partitions erected inside it. Thabiso Gola. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A survivor of the Usindiso building fire says if the firefighters had started extinguishing the blaze earlier, many people from the building would have survived. The commission of inquiry into the deadly fire in the Joburg CBD continued on Wednesday with new witnesses taking the stand. Maditaba Ramotoso moved into the building in 2019. She told the commission things started going wrong when shacks were erected on the ground floor of the building. 

A survivor of the Usindiso building fire says most residents who survived know the City of Johannesburg was aware of what was happening inside the building. The commission of inquiry into the deadly fire in the Joburg CBD continued on Monday, with new witnesses taking the stand. 

The Institute of Race Relations' (IRR) data suggests “all talk of racism and colonialism is by politicians trying to find excuses for their failures”. About 67% of participants in a recent study voted in favour, saying politicians use racism and colonialism as a cover up for their failures. Hermann Pretorius, the IRR's head of strategic communications, warned politicians not to use apartheid, racism and colonialism as political tools as voters are fed up. President Cyril Ramaphosa recently blamed apartheid for the country's lack of well-qualified engineers and town planners. In September social development minister Lindiwe Zulu blamed apartheid for the fire in a Joburg CBD building. Co-operative governance minister Thembi Nkadimeng has blamed apartheid spatial planning for government's service delivery failures.  Pretorius said the blame on apartheid by politicians is worrying. The survey was conducted in a sample size of 604 people last month. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes the BOKS at the union buildings.  The Springbok bus goes through the Joburg CBD, EWN captures the moments as thousands of South Africans welcome home the two-time RWC champs.  JMPD warns motorists that they can expect heavy traffic and major disruptions within the Johannesburg CBD area. This is as the Bokke start their tour.  The African Growth Opportunity Act (Agoa) forum kicks off.  The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues. The man accused of setting Parliament alight, Zandile Mafe, will be back in the Western Cape High Court. Mandy's book of the week:  The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly: Scenarios For South Africa's Uncertain Future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joburg CBD fire: Commission of Inquiry to start in October by Radio Islam

City Power cuts illegal connections in Joburg CBD, and 14 vehicles set alight in Tshwane's capital. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi will announce the terms of reference for the Commission of Inquiry into the Marshalltown fire that left 74 people dead and many injured and homeless. Social grant beneficiaries continue to suffer as glitches in the payout system continue. Sassa beneficiaries starve as payouts are not entirely resolved. The memorial service for Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi is underway. It looks like South Africans celebrated too soon, as cold weather, winds, and rain affect various areas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01.09.23. Pt 1 - Simphiwe has stayed consistent in always finding ways to make money, this time informing Gareth about the latest coming out of OnlyFans. Ben is sleeping better after trying something new since last week's episode. And Gareth has his say about the Joburg CBD fire. www.cliffcentral.com

The Gauteng Department of Health advises families of the Marshalltown fire victims to visit the Diepkloof mortuary to identify their bodies. City officials blaming SERI for the Joburg CBD disaster. Is this warranted? Author Matthew Wilhelm-Solomon wrote a book about Joburg's hijacked buildings, where thousands of immigrants have found refuge. He provides more context on the state of these buildings. SAHRC holds a land conference and notes that it is concerned with SA's slow land restitution process.Sports Wrap with Anthony Teixeira and spreading good news with Brent Lindeque.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Primedia Broadcasting's 947 and 702 have teamed up with Pick n Pay to offer support to families devastated by the recent Bree Street explosion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24.07.23 Pt 1 - Did the Barbie and Oppenheimer movies live up to the hype? Bakh'abantu confirms his prophethood after the events of last week, before taking shots at a certain politician for dismantling the Joburg CBD. www.cliffcentral.com

ASRI Report with Angelo Fick - Response to the Joburg CBD explosions by Radio Islam

Dr Phathutshedzo Rodney Khangale, Senior Lecturer, Department of Chemical Engineering Technology, University of Johannesburg, explained why he believes the explosion on Bree Street in central Johannesburg on Wednesday afternoon could not have been caused by gas and what other possibilities exist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Thabiso Goba, EWN Reporter Orrin Singh, EWN Reporter,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authorities are scrambling to find answers regarding the recent Joburg CBD explosion that killed one person and injured 48 others. The City of Johannesburg's preliminary investigation has identified three possible scenarios that could have led to Wednesday's blast in the CBD. These ongoing explosions have raised serious concern among many that urgent interventions are seriously needed. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to  Hulme Scholes, Director of Melan Scholes Attorney.

20.07.23 Pt 1 - The ‘Nyoape Mayor' strikes again… and Gareth has some things to say about the Joburg CBD explosion. Phumi expands on the two new Nelson Mandela statues that were unveiled on Mandela Day using taxpayers' money. www.cliffcentral.com

Robert Mulaudzi, Spokesperson for the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services, stated that a body was discovered on the aftermath of the explosion that occurred in the Johannesburg CBD, that an investigation is underway to determine what caused the explosion, and that people should avoid the area for their own safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johannesburg City Power Spokesperson Isaac Mangena explained why electricity could not be restored at Bree Substation, putting residents' safety first, and providing an update on the City Power staff injured in the explosion.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Alpha Ramushwana, EWN Reporter David Van Wyk, Lead Researcher Benchmark FoundationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motorist have been advised to use alternative routes as Lilian Ngoyi Street remains closed in central Johannesburg following the explosion where 48 people have been injured, and one person has died. Videos seen on social media showed cars and minibus taxis toppling along Bree Street. Bongiwe Zwane Spoke to JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla   

speculation is rife as some have linked Joburg gas explosion disaster to the illegal mining zama-zamas as an underground gas line explosion could be the main source of this catastrophic ordeal that has left Bree and Rissik Street cracked open. Videos making rounds have depicted huge and lengthy cracks that have pierced through the roads causing what appears to be a large sinkhole and uneven surface in that part of the JHB CBD. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Former employee at Joburg Roads Agency and now an independent Consultant Conel Cassius McKay   

Following the robbery at a Seventh-day Adventist Church  in the Joburg CBD, where 6 armed robbers interrupted a sermon, Africa speaks to Bishop Malusi Mpumlwana, General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches to get their response on the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugu Mhlungu speak to Griffin Shea, Owner of Bridge Books store an independent bookstore and coffee shop situated in the Joburg CBD and Maboneng Precinct on their Online Publishing Workshop and reviews Two Tons O' Fun By Fred Khumalo and Bewilderment by Richard Powers.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has used his track record as the mayor of Johannesburg in his party's final push to lure voters ahead of Monday's municipal elections. The party faced challenges en route to contesting its first elections - the biggest was the controversy over how the party appeared on electoral ballots. It was a battle the party lost in the Electoral Court of SA and had resulted in its name not appearing on ballots to be distributed for ward candidates. Its name would instead appear on proportional representation ballots. At a rally held on Thursday in the Joburg CBD, Mashaba said despite the challenges, the party was well on its way to making inroads in various municipalities. Mashaba told scores of supporters that the party could be trusted. The party is competing for seats in Joburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and in KwaZulu-Natal. The former Johannesburg mayor's speech relied heavily on his track record in the metro. He said when he was mayor, for three years, he was able to expand the metro police department by more than 1 000 officers. He said this saw scores of arrests increase in his term of office than at any other time. He said if he would return to power, the party would produce a CCTV network that would expand the work done by the department. The former mayor also claimed his tenure saw the expansion of clinic hours, electricity was provided to communities and houses were built. He said businesses had operated in comfort while he was in charge and that abandoned buildings were distributed, and plans were in place to build 25 000 affordable housing accommodation. Mashaba said expansion of this work was possible if his party managed to win as many seats as possible in municipalities. He repeated his previous statements that the party would never go into a coalition with the African National Congress (ANC). Mashaba said, "ActionSA will never go into a coalition with the ANC. You cannot fix the problem by partnering with the cause of the problem. Voters want an alternative to the ANC and ActionSA is that party." He added that ActionSA was open and willing to work with other political parties in an open manner. Mashaba said the party's focus was for the national elections in 2024. ActionSA tracking poll ActionSA claimed its internal tracking poll put it ahead in Joburg and with a 3% margin of being the biggest party in Tshwane. The poll was conducted with about 1 000 residents in each metro. Mashaba told News24 that, despite criticism that it was too small a sample size, this poll was accurate and that it also spoke to the threat faced by the Democratic Alliance against the possible rise of ActionSA. "With the numbers that we got; ours (polling) we believe. Yes, the polling can have a margin of error, but I can tell you that an error would be less than 5%. At the end of the day, you can run research and polling, but the decision will be made on Monday by the voters," Mashaba said.

This week the team is back with more carnage, Thabo and Kat go to War over Donda and review the album and of course things get heated. Cancel culture vs Consistency is thrown in the mix because of the recent pictures of Nicki Minaj and Rihanna along with Nicki's Husband. Jacob Zuma's release and what has been happening, plans on gentrifying the Joburg CBD. More craziness coming your way.

Chantal Marx talks to John Loos of FNB on the future of commercial property. Anchor Capital's Nick Dennis discusses how to spot an opportunity in the tech space. Nick Kunze of Sanlam Private Wealth on China's role in the commodity market.

The guys talk paternity results, being mugged in Joburg CBD and more!

South African Police Services (SAPS) are back in the Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD) to conduct raids for counterfeit goods. This is near the same spot where chaos broke out. Last week, police officers were attacked while conducting a raid on counterfeit goods in the city centre. Four police vehicles were damaged in the process to conduct raid in the Joburg CBD.

Joburg Emergency Services have confirmed that one firefighter has died after falling from the Gauteng Health and Human Settlements building in the city center where he was part of a team that was exhinguishing a blaze. Three emergency workers are currently trapped inside the building. Joburg Emergency spokesperson Nana Hadebe says it is unclear at this stage what caused the fire.

Seven people have been wounded, two of them critically, following a shooting outside a block of flats in Braamfontein in the Johannesburg CBD. Details around the shooting are not yet clear, but authorities are investigating. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Police Spokesperson, Captain Kay Makhubele..

Residents evicted from dilapidated flats in Joburg CBD are complaining about overcrowding in the tents provided as temporary shelter. Hundreds of residents from Fattis Mansion and Cape York buildings have been temporarily housed at the Wembley stadium in Turffontein south of the city. At the Cape York building, seven people died after the building caught alight earlier this month. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Nomzamo Zondo, Director of Litigation at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa, who says the City has still done nothing to shelter the residents, and is in breach of a court order and of its constitutional obligations...

The Dept of Health is refuting claims by Francine Ngalula Kalala, the woman from the DRC who gave birth at Park Station in the Joburg CBD last Thursday, allegedly because she was turned away from three hospitals because of her asylum status. The Dept says Kalala refused to deliver her baby via cesarean section and willingly left the Tshwane District Hospital on the day she delivered her baby.