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
1,396 Episodes
220 – 240

IN CONVERSATION WITH SIBUSISO NDZALAMA

South Africans continue to face rising levels of anxiety, stress, and other mental-health pressures — especially among young people. In this environment, a locally written novel, Farica, has emerged as an unexpected mental-health resource that is gaining traction across social media and within wellness spaces.
2 Dec 2025 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MISS MMATSHIKHIDI REBECCA PHALA - NATIONAL SPOKESPERSON SANTACO

The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has rolled out its 2025 Hlokomela Festive Season Campaign, a nationwide programme aimed at promoting road safety, compliance, commuter protection, and responsible travel across the country during the peak holiday period. With December marking a time of intensified long-distance travel, high road congestion,…
2 Dec 2025 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALAN BEESLEY-ACTION SA MP

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has confirmed the arrest of a Tembisa Hospital employee, Zacharia Tshisele, implicated in alleged procurement corruption at the hospital. Tshisele has already repaid R13.53 million, claimed to be part of unlawful gratification received between 2020 and 2023.
2 Dec 2025 17 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GOODENOUGH MASHEGO - POLITICAL ANALYST

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent national address has put South Africa’s global positioning back in the spotlight — especially in relation to the United States. In his speech, Ramaphosa warned about the growing threat of misinformation and deliberate attempts to distort South Africa’s foreign policy posture. He emphasised that certain groups,…
1 Dec 2025 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NKULULEKO NTSHANGASE (TRYMORE)

Nkululeko Ntshangase, known professionally as Trymore, is a rising South African music artist making waves in the AfroBeats and Afro-Soul scene. Hailing from Durban, Pinetown – Kwasanti, Trymore fuses traditional African rhythms with contemporary beats and heartfelt storytelling, creating a sound that is both globally appealing and authentically African. Influenced…
28 Nov 2025 24 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PEARL THUSI

Pearl Thusi continues to solidify her status as one of South Africa’s most dynamic talents, seamlessly excelling as an actress, model, entrepreneur, and DJ. Known for her captivating presence both on screen and behind the decks, Thusi has recently emerged as a global DJ sensation, enthralling audiences 10:35 and personal…
28 Nov 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TEBOGO MASHILOPANE( national leader of FOSA)

South African authorities have launched an investigation into allegations that one of former president Jacob Zuma’s daughters, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, misled several men into travelling to Russia, where they were allegedly forced to fight in the war in Ukraine. The case was opened by Zuma’s other daughter, Nkosazana Zuma-Mncube, who filed…
28 Nov 2025 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GAKWI Independent Political Analyst

United States President Donald Trump has once again set off diplomatic shockwaves after announcing on social media that South Africa will not be invited to next year’s Group of 20 (G20) summit in Miami, Florida. The declaration, posted on Wednesday, marks a significant escalation in already strained relations between Washington…
27 Nov 2025 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR MBUDE MEHANA Deputy Director General, Transformation Programmes - Department of Basic Education

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has welcomed the commencement of the historic Mother Tongue-based Bilingual Education (MTbBE) Grade 4 assessments, marking a major step in South Africa’s push to strengthen learning foundations and boost educational outcomes. Learners across the country began writing the Natural Science and Technology assessments today, 24…
27 Nov 2025 44 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JAMES DELANEY: Johannesburg-Based Multidisciplinary Artist

Meet James Delaney, a Johannesburg-based multidisciplinary artist and one of the champions of Jozi My Jozi’s Babize Bonke campaign (“let them all come” in 10:10 isiZulu), which invites people to experience the revival of the city through the eyes of its creative citizens. Delaney works from his studio at Victoria…
27 Nov 2025 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NTHABISENG MOKHACHANE

Illegal initiation schools have become prevalent in many parts of South Africa over the past few years. Recently, there have been widespread media reports and public outrage over associated atrocities and fatalities experienced by young men and boys caused by botched circumcisions. These are often assumed to result from unregulated…
26 Nov 2025 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALAN BEESLEY

 ActionSA is demanding the immediate criminal prosecution of Collins Letsoalo, the former CEO of the Road Accident Fund (RAF), after he repeatedly refused to comply with a parliamentary summons from the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA).   The refusal is not just seen as a personal act of…
26 Nov 2025 15 min

In Conversation With VITUS DUNU

Guest name: VITUS DUNU In studio interview Vitus Dunu is a bold and electric performer whose craft lives in his ability to switch worlds in a heartbeat. In Barber Shop Chronicles, he travels the continent through four characters — each delivered with his signature mix of heart, humour and sharp…
25 Nov 2025 20 min

In Conversation With Tshepo Kgadima , Independent Economic & Energy Analyst.

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says government is working to make electricity cheaper. His statement is especially welcome, as many households are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. Ramokgopa unveiled a new Integrated Resource Plan that features ambitious gas and nuclear targets. The minister said South Africa's…
25 Nov 2025 15 min
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