Radio Al Ansaar THE BREAKFAST RUSH

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

The Breakfast Rush is your energetic morning companion, broadcasting live from Radio Al Ansaar, one of Durban’s leading community radio stations.

Hosted by Nichal Sarawan and Nazmeera Cassim, the show brings together engaging conversations, entertainment, audience interaction and the stories that matter to the community. From thought-provoking discussions and relatable moments to interactive features and exciting branded segments, The Breakfast Rush keeps listeners informed, entertained and connected throughout the morning.

With Content Producer Thabile Duma driving the creative direction, the show delivers a dynamic mix of conversations, features and interactive experiences — including live Vodacom games that bring listeners together across radio, digital and social platforms.

Behind the scenes, Visual Producer Zakaria Omar and Technical Producer Mondli Thusi help bring the show to life across its visual and technical platforms, extending the Breakfast Rush experience beyond traditional radio.

Whether you're tuning in for the conversations, the laughs, the games or simply some positive energy to start your day, The Breakfast Rush is where connection meets conversation, entertainment and a rush of energy.

🎙️ Host: Nichal Sarawan & Nazmeera Cassim
🎨 Content Producer: Thabile Duma
🎥 Visual Producer: Zakaria Omar Christopher
🎛️ Technical Producer: Mondli Thusi

Start your day with connection, conversation, and a rush of energy.

Monday - Friday
06:00 Am - 08:00 Am
Daily English South Africa Arts · Entertainment News Narrated by Thabile Duma, Mondli Thusi, Zakaria Omar Christopher
48 Episodes
20 – 40

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic- The Amazing Race by Islamic Relief Guest- Hamza Kharsany Designation- Community Fundraiser
13 Aug 5AM 6 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

TOPIC- Cosatu Calls Out Department of Social Development for Wastage GUEST- Zanele Sabela DESIGNATION- Cosatu Spokesperson
11 Aug 3AM 9 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic-Eskom records highest daily Energy Availability Factor since 2017 Guest- Daphne Mokoena Designation- Eskom spokesperson
7 Aug 3AM 12 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic- Establishment of the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Guest- Lisa Vetten Designation- Gender violence specialist, Researcher and policy analyst
6 Aug 4AM 10 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic- CALLS FOR IDAC DISBANDMENT Guest- JANINE ERASMUS Designation- CORRUPTION WATCH SPOKESPERSON
5 Aug 3AM 9 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Nichal Sarawan A mix of relevant, up to date, exciting and engaging, well packaged and well presented edutainment
31 Jul 3AM 58 min

13th Annual Muslimah Today Conference

The 13th Annual Muslimah Today conference hosted by ILM for Women, a branch of ILM-SA, takes place on Saturday, 29th August at the NMJ Islamic Centre
29 Jul 2AM 8 min

Implementation of AARTO Phase 2

Motorists in KwaZulu-Natal are being urged to familiarise themselves with the new Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences, better known as AARTO, as Phase 2 of its national rollout is now underway across 62 municipalities. The new system changes how most traffic infringements are handled, moving them from the criminal…
29 Jul 2AM 12 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

TOPIC- PICKET BY CIVIL SOCIETY AS DURBAN HOSTS SADC GUEST- Dr Nora Saneka DESIGNATION- Active Citizens Movement
28 Jul 3AM 9 min

Heart & Health Centre

Dr Rakesh Mohanlall is a Clinical Technologist specialising in Cardiovascular Perfusion and Non-Invasive Integrated Healthcare. With over thirty year's experience in cardiovascular healthcare, Dr Mohanlall has worked as a perfusionist in cardiac surgery, nationally and internationally and has now dedicated his career to advancing non-invasive cardiovascular diagnosis, prevention and treatment…
27 Jul 2AM 14 min

ATM TO APPROACH CONSTITUTIONAL COURT REGARDING THE IMPEACHMENT PROCESS

The African Transformation Movement says it will approach the Constitutional Court to seek clarity on the implementation of the Section 89 impeachment process, following a Western Cape High Court ruling that temporarily halted Parliament's planned public hearings into the Phala Phala matter. The party argues that the judgment has created…
27 Jul 2AM 9 min

Overport March Against Employment Of Foreign Nationals

Employment remains one of South Africa's biggest challenges, and debates around who should be hired often spark strong emotions. This morning, an organisation calling itself Labour Law Enforcement is embarking on a march calling for companies to prioritise the employment of South Africans, while also urging compliance with labour laws…
23 Jul 2AM 13 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic- Ramaphosa Pledges Billions to tackle SA’s water crisis Guest- Dr Ferrial Adam Designation- Executive Director of Water CAN.
22 Jul 2AM 7 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

TOPIC- Slim-ologists GUEST- Shantal DESIGNATION- Slim-ologists
22 Jul 2AM 5 min

Siyafana Sonke demands urgent intervention as refugees remain stranded on Che Guevara Road

South Africa continues to grapple with growing tensions around migration, unemployment and service delivery, but behind the political debate is a humanitarian crisis affecting hundreds of vulnerable people. For more than two months, over 400 refugees, including children, women, elderly people and those with chronic illnesses, have reportedly been sleeping…
20 Jul 2AM 13 min

THE BREAKFAST RUSH

Topic- Walk for Gaza Guest- Farhana Malek Designation- Islamic Relief Regional Fundraising Coordinator
16 Jul 4AM 7 min
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