Clement Manyathela

Radio Talk Show Host & Broadcaster

Meet Clement Manyathela

At The Speakers Firm, we proudly represent Clement Manyathela, one of South Africa’s most influential broadcast journalists, moderators, and public thought leaders. Renowned for his sharp intellect, authenticity, and commanding presence, Clement stands at the intersection of media, leadership, and culture, shaping conversations that inform, challenge, and inspire.

Originally from Vaalbank, Mpumalanga, Clement holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Pretoria, and brings over a decade of experience across South Africa’s leading newsrooms. From his early beginnings at The Pretoria News and SABC News Online, to prominent roles at Power FM, e.tv’s The Morning Show, and Eyewitness News, Clement has built an extraordinary career grounded in credibility, insight, and a rare ability to make complex issues both accessible and relevant.

Today, Clement is the acclaimed host of “The Clement Manyathela Show” on Radio 702, one of South Africa’s most respected and influential talk radio platforms. His ability to connect with audiences, engage leaders, and distill meaning from complexity has positioned him as one of the country’s most sought-after interviewers, speakers, and moderators. His mastery of conversation has elevated dialogues that span politics, leadership, business, and culture, creating a national space for reflection, accountability, and progress.

Clement has conducted powerful interviews with global and national figures including President Cyril Ramaphosa, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng, Sir Richard Branson, Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago, Helen Zille, Romeo Khumalo, Lillian Dube, and Caiphus Semenya. His approach transcends traditional interviewing, he builds conversations that reveal character, challenge assumptions, and inspire action.

As a moderator, keynote speaker, and corporate MC, Clement brings intellectual depth, emotional intelligence, and media sophistication to every engagement. Whether anchoring high-level leadership summits, corporate conferences, or policy dialogues, he transforms ordinary discussions into moments of strategic insight and human connection.

Book Clement Manyathela through The Speakers Firm, Africa’s #1 Strategic Speakers Bureau, for your next leadership dialogue, corporate forum, or executive summit, and experience a world-class host who redefines what meaningful, intelligent conversation looks like.

Do we need a total ban of pit bulls as pets or stronger regulation?

Clement is joined by Spokesperson for Pitbull Federation of South Africa Lehanda Rheeder, Professor of History at Stellenbosch University Sandra Swart and Founder of Sizwe Kupelo Foundation Sizwe Kupelo where they discuss to totally ban pit bulls as pets or should implement stronger regulation.

Health and Wellness – Gout – what causes it and how can you avoid flares?

Clement speaks to family physician Dr Thabo Mnisi where they unpack the causes of gout and how it can be treated.