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
1,052 Episodes
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IN CONVERSATION WITH Mpho Makhubela, Lawyers For Human Rights (LHR)

Lawyers For Human Rights (LHR) condemns in the strongest possible terms the brutal and targeted assassination of Tebogo Shawn ‘Paps’ Lethoko, a respected and courageous leader of the National Association of Artisanal Miners (NAAM). We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and the entire artisanal mining community…
20 Oct 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Pretty Kubyane, Tech Lead & Co- Founder of eFama App

Ten South African startups tackling challenges ranging from healthcare to law and agritech. Aimed at early-growth technology companies – from seed stage through to Series A – that are already in the market and gaining traction, the programme supports startups using AI to address pressing challenges.
20 Oct 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH zama Ntshona, spokesperson for ATM

The African Transformation Movement (ATM) expresses its deep sorrow and outrage regarding the tragic incident in Philippi East, where seven lives were senselessly lost to gun violence. This horrific act not only highlights the escalating crime crisis in our communities but also underscores the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to…
20 Oct 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH STARR HEALER

Born Minenhle Kwanele Sibiya on 29 September 2002 in the sugarcane township of KwaMashu, Durban, Starr Healer has emerged as one of South Africa’s most promising Afro-Pop vocalists. Discovering her love for music at the age of 10, she has since developed a versatile sound that blends Afro- Pop, Amapiano,…
17 Oct 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KEYYWAV AND ENOCS MAE

Keyywav and Enocs Mae: Johannesburg’s Soulful Musical Duo Making Waves Johannesburg-based duo Keyywav and Enocs Mae, also known as KeyyNocs or the Isigaba Twins, are rapidly carving out a unique space in South Africa’s music scene. The duo comprises Keyywav, the producer, and Enocs Mae, the vocalist. Together, they have…
17 Oct 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Lulamani Makwarela (Founder and managing director)

In a country where youth unemployment remains one of the most pressing social challenges, Lulamani Makwarela, a young South African entrepreneur, is making a tangible difference in his community through his company, Smatilo Trading Enterprise (Pty) Ltd. Founded in 2020, Smatilo specializes in commercial, residential, and automotive cleaning services. But…
16 Oct 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PHUMELELE KUBEKA

Discovery Vitality, in partnership with Nando’s, is set to bring the city to life with the Vitality Chicken Run on Saturday, 8 November 2025. The event, designed for everyone from seasoned runners to first-time participants, celebrates the everyday athlete and the vibrant spirit of Johannesburg. The race will take participants…
16 Oct 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH : Minister Isaac Sileku (MEC for Mobility in the Western Cape

The Western Cape Department of Mobility, in collaboration with the Breede Valley Municipality and the National Institute for the Deaf (NID), showcased a major step toward inclusivity on 14 October 2025 — hosting a Computerised Learner’s Licence Testing (CLLT) demonstration for a Deaf learner at the Breede Valley Traffic Department…
16 Oct 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH APHELELE MATINISE

Final-year students at the University of Fort Hare (UFH) say they are deeply anxious about the uncertainty surrounding their academic year after violent protests led to the suspension of all classes. “The recent suspension of classes is negatively affecting our future and delaying our completion of a degree. With this…
16 Oct 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THEMBELIHLE DLAMINI

The University of the Witwatersrand will host its Vice-Chancellor’s Annual Concert on Tonight the 16 October 2025, promising an evening of musical excellence and cultural celebration at the Seabrooke Music Concert Hall in Braamfontein. The prestigious event, conducted by Dr Musa Nkuna, brings together some of South Africa’s most talented…
16 Oct 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITHCASSEY CHAMBERS, (Operations Director at  SADAG)

Toxic work environments are taking a serious toll on South African employees’ mental health, with one in four workers diagnosed with depression. Professor Renata Schoeman from the Stellenbosch Business School says workplace bullying and harassment often go unreported because many victims choose resignation over risking retaliation. According to Professor Schoeman, over a…
15 Oct 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TEDDY GOMBA

The Gauteng Social Development MEC Faith Mazibuko has announced two weeks of reprieve for Non-Profit Organisations funding applications. The old closing date of 15 October has been moved to 30 October 2025. MEC Mazibuko made the announcement today at Orlando Communal Hall in Soweto after concluding her quarterly meeting with…
15 Oct 11 min
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