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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
499 Episodes
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IN CONVERSATION WITH JODECIFEENIN, ARTIST/PRODUCER

Jodecifeenin is a South African ar2st and producer bringing groovy, nostalgic vibes to the world. Originally from Polokwane, he started as a producer in 2017, craDing beats that blended emo2on and energy. When ar2sts struggled to hop on his beats, he took maFers into his own hands—star2ng his journey as…
4 Apr 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ZANELE POTELWA, AWARD WINNING TELEVISION AND RADIO PERSONALITY

Zanele Potelwa, is constantly proving that hard work really does pay off. With the critically acclaimed South African Style Awards having recently named her ‘The Next Big Thing’, the award proves Zanele’s undeniable impact and recognisable mark within the South African entertainment industry. Last year saw Zanele not only host…
4 Apr 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MOTSEKI MABUYA, BOITUMELO MEDIA'S FOUNDER

The Community Radio Awards will honour stations, programmes, and individual contributors who have gone above and beyond in promoting community engagement, social justice, and local storytelling. Key Highlights of the Event: – Awards Presentation: Categories will include Best Community Program, Outstanding Volunteer, and Special Recognition, among others. – Networking Opportunities:…
4 Apr 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALAN BEESLEY, ACTIONSA MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT

ActionSA met with the ANC on Sunday evening, 30 March 2025, to discuss the approach to the 2025/26 national budget, which we centred on ensuring it protects every South African from excessive taxation, worsening economic pressures, and declining service delivery. Recognising the imperfect nature of the budget and the crisis…
3 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH WCCO & LYNETTE JOHNSON, NGOs working in various fields

The NGO Fair brings together NGOs working in various fields, including education, youth mentorship, skills development, social justice, and community upliftment. It offers students a unique opportunity to engage with organizations, learn about their initiatives, and discover ways to contribute through volunteering, internships, or collaborations. Students attending the fair can…
3 Apr 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MELOJANEY, SINGER SONGWRITER

Her music journey truly began in grade 2, being sent to detention for belting out song during class hours. As much as MeloJaney was disruptive in class, her school mistress made her parents know that “your daughter is talented and has a voice to take notice too”. Fast forward to…
28 Mar 26 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THABO TSOLO, CEO AND GAME DESIGNER AT SPACESALAD

Given the competitive nature of today’s business landscape, decision-makers are continuously looking for more innovative ways of keeping customers engaged, enhance employee productivity, and drive revenue. This is where gamification comes in. By applying game-like elements such as rewards, challenges, and leader boards to non-gaming contexts, the opportunity to transform…
28 Mar 4 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH OBETT MOTAUNG, THE DIRECTOR OF DEAR FUTURE WIFE

He is a multidisciplinary artist and scholar who was honoured as one of Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans in 2022. First alumnus from the School of Arts, and I hold a master’s degree. I was part of the Golden Key Honour Society and won the Loen Gluckman Award…
28 Mar 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KOKETSO MANO, FNB SENIOR ECONOMIST

According to the latest figures from the Quarterly Employment Statistics report released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), employment in this sector rose slightly by 12 000 jobs, bringing the total to 10.64 million by December 2024. Employment in the formal non-agricultural sectors of the economy, as reflected in the Quarterly…
27 Mar 14 min

In Conversation with Khanyi Mthimunye, No Name Initiative

Examining 31 Years of Democracy in South Africa and Its Impact on Citizens We take a look at the typical individual perspective/expression to collective expression by Identifying Systemic Voices, Illuminating underlying power blocks and stuck energy and Temporarily suspending the status quo. As the marginalised perspectives and feelings become more…
20 Mar 12 min

In Conversation with Mametlwe Sebei, The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) President.

Background info: The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) vehemently rejects Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2025 Budget Speech, which imposes increased burdens on the working class, entrenches neoliberal austerity, and continue redistribution of wealth from the working class to the elite, whilst leaving intact neocolonial extractivism, and the…
20 Mar 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NANETTE MBILI, SINGER & SONGWRITER

South African Singer-songwriter Nanette Mbili—better known as Nanette—hails from Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Following her high school graduation in 2020, Nanette took to cultivating a career in music, while studying towards a law degree. Shaped by a childhood immersed in the sounds of Whitney Houston, Brandy, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé, Nanette's songwriting…
14 Mar 32 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH AYANDA JIYA, SINGER & SONGWRITER

Ayanda Jiya is a sultry singer and songwriter from the North West Province in South Africa. She was born in small town called Klerksdorp back in 1987. Musically she is influenced by a lot of genres she grew up listening to, mostly Gospel, Jazz, Neo Soul and RnB. With a…
14 Mar 18 min
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