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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.
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IN CONVERSATION WITH STEVIYN VERMEULEN, KWELA FICTION PUBLISHER

Books can offer readers an escape, preserve memories, document history and give voice to experiences that might otherwise remain unheard. But before a book reaches a reader, there is an extensive publishing process behind it — from discovering an author and developing a manuscript to editing, marketing and ultimately bringing…
2 Oct 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ANNE SCHLEBUSCH, AUTHOR, ACTIVIST AND EDUCATOR

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.
1 Oct 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH CREZELDA VENTER,CHIEF DIRECTOR OF THE GAUTENG LIQUOR BOARD

The Gauteng Liquor Board (GLB) strongly condemns all incidents of shootings, violence and criminal activities at liquor outlets across the province. Such incidents pose a serious threat to the safety and lives of patrons, employees, liquor traders and surrounding communities. In relation to the recent West Rand shootings, the GLB…
1 Oct 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MBALI,JOZI MY JOZI

Jozi My Jozi is inviting Johannesburg residents to photograph the people, places, movement and everyday moments that keep our city alive - from midnight to midnight. Professional photographer, student, street storyteller or smartphone explorer: if you see Jozi, you can help tell its story. The international 24HourProject runs from 00:00…
1 Oct 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH HENRIETTA, MARKETING& EVENTS CO- ORDINATOR

Parkhurst is set to turn pink this October as Vuma and PinkDrive join forces to launch Pinkhurst, a community-focused initiative aimed at raising awareness of breast cancer, encouraging early screening and bringing residents together around an important health message. The initiative will form part of the Parkhurst Village Fair, taking…
1 Oct 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TSEPO MAZOLA,THE NATIONAL YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT MOVEMENT

The National Youth Unemployment Movement (NYUM) notes the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics, which indicate that the number of employed persons decreased from 10.439 million in March 2026 to 10.425 million in June 2026 — a decline of approximately 14,000 employed persons. While the numerical decline may appear modest, every job…
1 Oct 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH LINDA CANCA

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.
30 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH HLUBI MAJOLA

A security officer who allegedly guarded the National Prosecuting Authority’s offices in Durban has been arrested after reportedly being linked through DNA evidence to a series of rapes committed between 2014 and 2025. The suspect allegedly targeted women in and around Durban and Pietermaritzburg, including allegedly following women home from…
30 Sep 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JADE MILLER

The Gauteng Legislature’s Pollution Summit has highlighted major challenges affecting the province’s ability to monitor, manage and reduce air pollution. Key concerns include inadequate funding, staff shortages, ageing and faulty monitoring infrastructure, power and maintenance problems, and weak environmental enforcement. The Gauteng Department of Health says poor air quality can…
30 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION MICHAEL WATERS

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced that it will report the Gauteng government's e-Panic Button data breach to the Information Regulator of South Africa, citing concerns that the incident may constitute a violation of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). According to the DA, sensitive information belonging to Gauteng…
29 Sep 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PITSO MOLEMANE

Diabetes is often perceived as a condition that primarily affects older adults, yet the disease is becoming an increasingly urgent public health concern across all age groups, including young people and students. University students and young professionals often face unique health challenges such as poor eating habits, high stress levels,…
29 Sep 6 min

INCONVERSATION WITH MARUMO MKHONTO

South Africa's mining industry remains one of the country's most significant economic sectors, contributing to job creation, industrial development and export earnings. While mining has traditionally been dominated by large corporations and male leadership, there has been increasing emphasis on transformation, inclusivity and the participation of black-owned and women-owned enterprises…
29 Sep 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH VUYISWA RAMOGOPA

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.
28 Sep 19 min

N CONVERSATION WITH GOOD ENOUGH MASHIGO

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.
28 Sep 5 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH REFILWE NTSEKE

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.
23 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DENNIS BLOEM

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.
23 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH AARON MALULEKA

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.
23 Sep 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THEMBELIHLE TANTSI

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.
22 Sep 8 min
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