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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
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IN CONVERSATION WITH YANDANI

Yandani, South Africa’s fast-rising Pop/R&B star, is set to release his highly anticipated debut EP, About You, this Friday. He recently released his new single, “Touch,” which serves as the lead single ahead of the EP’s release. Yandani carries a rich musical legacy as the grandchild of the founder of…
10 Jul 23 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. STANLEY MAPHOSA

Around the world, it marks the permanent removal of firearms from circulation. In South Africa, the picture looks very different. A new briefing published today by Gun Free South Africa shows that South Africa's firearm relicensing system is collapsing, with applications dropping 74% since 2021/22 – from 213,631 to just…
10 Jul 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MADELEINE HICKLIN

The shortage of government-issued winter clothing is affecting patients at the Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital in Tshwane. The patients are still wearing summer trousers, tops, no socks, and threadbare dressing gowns. Not only is there a shortage of winter clothing, but the facility has only one washing machine on the property…
10 Jul 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Doer Mighty Mabule , UAT National Spokesperson.

The United Africans Transformation (UAT) says the National Treasury's decision to freeze funding to 69 municipalities is a damning indictment of the state of local government in South Africa. It is undeniable proof that financial mismanagement, poor governance, corruption and the absence of accountability have become entrenched in municipalities across…
9 Jul 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Makenosi Maroo , Rand water Spokesperson.

Eskom and Rand Water completed Phase 1 of the planned infrastructure maintenance programme, which commenced on Friday, 29 May 2026 and concluded on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. During this phase, Eskom carried out planned maintenance on critical electrical infrastructure. The work was essential to enhance the reliability and stability of…
9 Jul 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Amos Monyela, COSATU Provincial Chairperson.

COSATU Gauteng notes the successful operation by SAPS, SANDF and Sibanye Protection Services that resulted in the arrest of more than 150 suspected illegal miners at Kloof Mine in Westonaria. Illegal mining is a serious threat to workers, communities and the economy. It destroys infrastructure, threatens the safety of mineworkers,…
9 Jul 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Emma More MPL, ActionSA Member of the Health Committee

ActionSA is deeply appalled, though management De and the sys department of Health reg Rett ably not surprised Temic protection of co , by the carelessness and negligent officials’ failure . In a shocking written legislature reply from the Health and Wellness ME C of consequence within the Gauteng ,…
9 Jul 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Nompumelelo Mpumie Mkhonza, March and March Organising Committee

This serves to formally lodge the grievances of March and March regarding the severe operational restrictions and lack of standard institutional support for our community initiative scheduled to take place tomorrow. We are escalating this to both the Station Commander and the media to ensure full transparency. Our primary grievances…
9 Jul 6 min

In Conversation With Dennis Bloem- Activists & Citizens

During a media briefing on 6 July 2025, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged that criminal elements had infiltrated various parts of South Africa’s criminal justice system. He further claimed that certain politicians and Members of Parliament were interfering in SAPS operations and contributing to instability within the police service. These…
8 Jul 7 min

In Conversation With Innocent Moloi- Paralegal

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has clarified government’s position regarding undocumented foreign nationals who leave South Africa voluntarily or are deported. According to the Minister, the South African government will not provide financial compensation for any property that undocumented migrants leave behind when they exit the country. However, Ntshavheni…
8 Jul 8 min

In Conversation With King Maime

Established in May 2025, The Box House has quickly become one of Tembisa’s most inspiring township success stories. Founded by two young entrepreneurs, Oscar Nkululeko Shongwe and King Kopano Maime, the restaurant marked its one-year celebration on June 27th, 2026. Located at 268 Bram Masuku Street in Igqagqa Section, Tembisa,…
7 Jul 16 min

In Conversation With Dr Elvis Psychologist

South Africa’s men are dying in silence. In townships like Soweto and Alexandra, poverty, unemployment, and rigid expectations of masculinity are fuelling a mental health crisis. With men accounting for nearly 80% of suicides, tomorrow we ask: why are men struggling to speak, and what must change to break this…
7 Jul 6 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego, Political Analyst

South Africa’s democratic institutions are once again under scrutiny as the Madlanga Commission hears evidence about the burglary of journalist Marianne Thamm’s home. What initially appeared to be a routine crime has now been linked to possible abuse of state intelligence structures, raising urgent questions about press freedom and accountability…
7 Jul 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Dennis Bloem- Activists & Citizens

On 6 July 2025, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made explosive allegations that elements within South Africa’s criminal justice system had been infiltrated by organised crime. He alleged that political interference, corruption and criminal syndicates had compromised law enforcement institutions and weakened the fight against organised crime. The…
6 Jul 4 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Prof. Dirk Kotze- political analyst

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to appoint Dina Pule as Minister of Social Development has reignited a national debate about ethics, accountability and political rehabilitation. Pule previously served as Minister of Communications between 2011 and 2013 before being dismissed from Cabinet following findings by Parliament’s Joint Committee on Ethics and Members’…
6 Jul 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GRETT WILSON

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.
3 Jul 23 min
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