IN CONVERSATION WITH MABALANE NZAPEZA

The City of Johannesburg Speaker of Council, Cllr. Margaret Arnolds, has condemned both the fatal shooting that claimed three lives in Eldorado Park on 30 May and the subsequent circulation of graphic video footage across social media platforms. While violent crime remains a pressing concern in many communities, the incident…

Nearly five years after the murder of whistleblower Babita Deokaran, questions remain about accountability, justice and the state’s commitment to protecting those who expose corruption. Deokaran played a pivotal role in uncovering irregularities linked to procurement at Tembisa Hospital, helping expose allegations of large-scale looting of public funds. In November…

Thousands of Gauteng residents are experiencing low water pressure and temporary water interruptions as Rand Water undertakes a major maintenance programme from 29 May to 2 June. The work is aimed at improving the long-term reliability of the province’s water infrastructure, but it has also raised concerns about access to…

With the 2026 Local Government Elections drawing closer, political parties are intensifying their campaigns across Gauteng, a province that remains one of South Africa’s most contested political battlegrounds. The Democratic Alliance has recently urged residents to register to vote, arguing that voter participation will be critical in determining the future…

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.