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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
1,396 Episodes
280 – 300

IN CONVERSATION WITH SHARON | Jonathan Ball Publishers

Founded in 1976, Jonathan Ball Publishers has become synonymous with authoritative non-fiction, political biographies, and thought-provoking works that shape national conversation. They’ve published titles by Desmond Tutu, Helen Zille, and Redi Tlhabi, while also distributing international literary powerhouses like HarperCollins and Simon & Schuster in South Africa. Under CEO Eugene…
11 Nov 2025 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TERRY MORRIS | Managing Director, Pan Macmillan South Africa

Pan Macmillan South Africa, led by Terry Morris, is celebrating 21 years of local publishing in 2025. Known for powerful fiction, children’s books, and transformative non-fiction, the imprint has helped position African literature on the global stage. Pan Macmillan is home to iconic authors such as Trevor Noah, Zakes Mda,…
11 Nov 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JAMES URDANG | Author( It Always Seems Impossible)

James Urdang is a South African humanitarian, education advocate, and author. His memoir, It Always Seems Impossible: The Journey of James Urdang, chronicles his work as the founder and CEO of Education Africa, a nonprofit providing access to quality education for disadvantaged communities. Through his book, Urdang reveals his personal…
11 Nov 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GRATTAN KIRK | CEO, Exclusive Books

As CEO, Grattan Kirk has repositioned Exclusive Books as more than a retailer — it’s now a cultural experience. The company continues to grow its reach through digital expansion, loyalty programmes, and flagship stores that serve as literary community hubs. Under his leadership, Exclusive Books champions South African voices while…
11 Nov 2025 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MANDY WEINER

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.
11 Nov 2025 8 min

In Conversation with Goodenough Mashego , Independent political Analyst.

Thabo Mbeki thinks South Africans should rethink how we elect our president. Currently, voters elect parliamentarians via the parties they vote for. The party with the most seats select a president, typically its leader. Our former president spoke on Saturday at a National Dialogue event in Gqeberha. He noted parliamentary…
10 Nov 2025 15 min

In Conversation With Peter Rafferty (Interim COJ Regional Chair

The African Independent Congress (AIC) strongly condemns the irresponsible and misleading social media posts circulating on various platforms, falsely alleging that its deployee to the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Councillor Margaret Arnolds, who currently serves as the Speaker of Council, instructed the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) and the…
10 Nov 2025 16 min

In Conversation With Professor Glen Snedden Professor of Aerospace Engineering at UKZN

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is marking a new chapter in South Africa’s aerospace innovation journey with the launch of its Advanced Manufacturing Facility (AMF) and the new offices of the Aerospace Systems Research Institute (ASRI). Officiated by Dr Mlungisi Cele, Director-General for Science, Technology and Innovation, this milestone strengthens…
10 Nov 2025 20 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SAI HLE

There is a pulse to South Africa’s sound that refuses to be contained, and few embody it more vividly than SAI HLE. The sister duo of Amahle and Siphosethu Koom have arrived with UBUMNND, a radiant new single that celebrates joy, freedom, and the beauty of shared moments. The song…
7 Nov 2025 22 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH REFILWE SEDITI

The North West province continues to be a wellspring of artistic excellence in South Africa, and among its brightest stars shines Refilwe Sediti — a singer, songwriter, actor, producer, and entrepreneur whose creative journey bridges music, theatre, and film. Born in Kanana, near Klerksdorp, Refilwe’s love affair with performance began…
7 Nov 2025 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NOMCEBO DLAMINI ( Campaign Director for SAAPA South Africa’s Alcohol Taxation initiative)

The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance (SAAPA), a regional network of civil society organizations, is committed to advocating for evidence-based alcohol policies that protect public health, promote social justice, and reduce alcohol-related harm across Southern Africa. Through research, advocacy, and collaboration, SAAPA supports communities in creating safer environments and addressing…
7 Nov 2025 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TEBOGO MASHILOPANE (FOSA’s national leader)

The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) has expressed outrage over reports that 17 South African men, including 16 from KwaZulu-Natal, are trapped in the war-torn Donbas region of Ukraine and are pleading for help to return home. According to FOSA, the men — aged between 20 and 39 — are…
7 Nov 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH BONGO WITBOOI

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.
6 Nov 2025 2 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PHYLLIS QIBI (AUTHOR)

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.
6 Nov 2025 24 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. WONGANI NYANGULU AND YAMIKANI MAKANGA

Dr. Wongani Nyangulu PhD Candidate, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine Dr. Wongani Nyangulu is a public health researcher and PhD candidate at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. His work focuses on the intersection of health communication, data transparency, and the role of media in advancing public health accountability in…
6 Nov 2025 12 min
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