VOW 88.1 AREA CODE

AREA CODE

Area Code is a fun and interactive mid-morning show on VOW, which airs weekdays from 09:00-12:00. This show aims to ease listeners into their mornings by keeping them up-to-date with the latest news and trends, while also serving as a student’s “go-to” for campus-related events and information.
Weekly English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews
1,182 Episodes
160 – 180

IN CONVERSATION WITH NOZUKO NTSHANGASE AND KHANYISA MNYAKA

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Nozuko Ntshangase and Khanyisa Mnyaka to the studio—two powerhouse South African coaches, speakers, and change-makers whose work in personal development and empowerment has touched thousands. Nozuko Ntshangase, born Nozuko Ncayiyane in KwaZulu-Natal, has spent over a decade captivating audiences with her performances on iconic…
10 Oct 28 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH COMMISSIONER TSHEPO MADLINGOZI

he South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has formally instructed media personality Ngizwe Mchunu to immediately stop posting or promoting any content that incites violence or discrimination against the LGBTQI+ community. According to the Commission, Mchunu’s comments constitute a prima facie violation of the Equality Act. This action follows several…
10 Oct 7 min

TRACY FEINSTEINV (SADAG Call Center Manager )

Today, on World Mental Health Day, it’s worth reflecting on how our workplaces impact not just productivity, but the mental well-being of employees. Toxic work environments don’t just hurt staff—they also hurt business. Research shows that employees often hold middle and senior management accountable for creating toxic cultures. Poor communication,…
10 Oct 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR ZAKHELE KHUZWAYO (he is project managing this pilot project)

Johannesburg Water, in partnership with Wits University, has launched an innovative pilot project aimed at providing reliable water access to informal settlements by tapping into underground water sources. This initiative — the first of its kind in the city — seeks to enhance water supply systems for communities that have…
9 Oct 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SMANGA SELEMENI (GEPF Communications Manager)

The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) has announced a temporary suspension of the Two-Pot savings withdrawal system. The suspension will be in effect from 7 October to 21 October 2025. During this period, members will not be able to submit new withdrawal applications through the Fund’s self-service platforms. According to…
9 Oct 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PROF BONKE DUMISANI

The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) has announced a temporary suspension of the Two-Pot savings withdrawal system. The suspension will be in effect from 7 October to 21 October 2025. During this period, members will not be able to submit new withdrawal applications through the Fund’s self-service platforms. According to…
9 Oct 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH HOPEWELL RADEBE: (Office and Projects Manager at SANEF)

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lt-Gen. Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has named journalists he claims are being used by rogue Crime Intelligence officers to advance specific agendas through their reporting. He said such journalists should face stringent consequences for spreading misinformation. Speaking before Parliament’s ad hoc committee probing police criminality on Wednesday, Mkhwanazi singled…
9 Oct 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH APHELELE KHALAKAHLA (NEC for SAUS)

The South African Union of Students (SAUS) strongly condemns the escalating and coordinated victimisation, suspension, and intimidation of student leaders and ordinary students at multiple public universities in South Africa. This alarming trend constitutes a direct attack on democratic student governance, academic freedom, and the constitutional rights of students to…
9 Oct 12 min

In Conversation With Mbabali Mkhontwana Popcru Northern Cape

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) in the Northern Cape strongly condemns the senseless and brutal attack on a female police officer who was assaulted while performing her lawful duties. This deplorable act is not only an attack on an individual, but also a direct assault on the…
8 Oct 11 min

In Conversation With Katherine Sutherland, Equal Education Law Centre Senior Researcher.

Equal Education (EE) and the Equal Education Law Centre (EELC) welcome the Department of Basic Education’s (DBE) decision to extend the deadline for public comment for the Draft Regulations on the Admission of Learners to Public Schools and the Draft Regulations on Minimum Uniform Norms and Standards for the Capacity of Ordinary Public Schools (the Draft…
8 Oct 8 min

In Conversation With Innocent Moloi ( paralegal)

 In South Africa, new regulations under the National Land Transport Act have officially recognized e-hailing services like Uber and Bolt as public transport, requiring drivers to obtain specific e-hailing operating licenses, display company branding, and install panic buttons in vehicles. These changes, driven by a need to formalize the sector and address conflicts with…
8 Oct 12 min

In Conversation With Ofentse Morwane Gauteng Community Safety

More than 347 suspects have been arrested across Gauteng Province in the various law enforcement operations conducted by Gauteng Traffic Police (GTP), Gauteng Traffic Wardens (GTWs), South African Police Service (SAPS), and Metro Police Departments (MPDs). High-density operations and Operation Shanela were conducted from Friday, 03 October 202, 5 to…
8 Oct 10 min

In Conversation With DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Roads and Logistics, Evert Du Plessis

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng will conduct an oversight inspection at the Randburg Licensing Department as part of its Infrastructure Campaign. The inspection follows reports about the state of collapse and total lack of maintenance at the facility despite Premier Panyaza Lesufi promising a wide range of clean-ups, repairs…
8 Oct 8 min

In Conversation With Minki Thokoane, founder of Lepogo Protection Services.

they researched solutions to rural challenges and successfully launched a company that provides IoT livestock tracking solutions. Using GPS collars and ear tags, farmers can now monitor their animals in real time, drastically reducing theft and protecting livelihoods. Livestock theft costs South Africa millions every year. For rural families, the…
7 Oct 13 min

In Conversation With Zama Ntshona - ATM National Spokesperson.

The African Transformation Movement (ATM) stands resolutely against the heinous corruption unveiled in the recent interim report by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) regarding the Tembisa Hospital scandal, where a staggering R2 billion has been siphoned off from funds meant for essential healthcare services. This egregious betrayal not only highlights…
7 Oct 12 min
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