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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 MA MATSHELENG MOGODI, Executive Life Coach

The transition from high school to university is one of the most significant and 11:10 disruptive shifts in a young person’s life. For many first-year students at Wits, this transition comes with academic pressure, independence for the first time, financial stress, identity exploration, and the emotional weight of expectations from…
29 Jan 20 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NYELETI MAGADZE

Johannesburg’s inner city has long grappled with a growing homelessness challenge, shaped by unemployment, rapid urbanisation, high living costs and intersecting social issues such as substance dependency and mental health needs. Recent local data — including the first standalone Point-in-Time Count coordinated by Jozi My Jozi with partners such as…
29 Jan 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH LWANA CHIRWA

The Wits Fencing Club is one of the oldest sports clubs at the University of the Witwatersrand, contributing skilled athletes to South African fencing for over 85 years. It welcomes students of all interests — whether they want fun, fitness, camaraderie, or competitive sport.  Members train with peers, develop tactical…
29 Jan 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MARCO SALVADO

The Wits Squash Club is part of Wits Sport’s diverse sporting community that supports over 20 sports codes available to students on campus. The club is known for being welcoming and inclusive, providing a space for members of all ability levels — from total beginners to experienced players — to…
29 Jan 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KOKETSO POHO

The suspension of Rea Vaya feeder buses in parts of Soweto has triggered sharp political and public backlash, with the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng accusing the City of Johannesburg of making a unilateral and profit- driven decision that undermines access to affordable public transport. According to the EFF,…
29 Jan 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MS KAMOGELO MOGOTSI, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Police

The South African Police Service has announced enhanced and permanent safety interventions in the Sporong informal settlement near Randfontein in Gauteng, following recent displacement of residents linked to illegal mining activities. The announcement comes after a joint visit by the Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, and…
29 Jan 13 min

In Conversation With Reamogetse Molapisi Boxing Club Chairperson

The Wits Boxing Club is one of the university’s competitive and developmental sports structures, offering students an opportunity to engage in boxing both as a competitive sport and as a fitness and discipline-focused activity. Operating under Wits Sport, the club caters for students with varying levels of experience — from…
28 Jan 12 min

In Conversation With Innocent Moloi- Paralegal

As schools reopened in early 2026, intensified enforcement operations by provincial transport authorities — particularly in Gauteng — targeted unroadworthy and unlicensed scholar transport vehicles, prompting significant disruptions to learner routines and renewed debate about scholar transport regulation. In cities such as Lenasia and Benoni, authorities impounded dozens of vehicles…
28 Jan 18 min

In Conversation With Thikho Mudau & Lulutho Mabo Wits E-Sport Club

The Wits E-Sport Club officially represents the University of the Witwatersrand in the rapidly growing world of competitive gaming and digital sports. E-sports — short for electronic sports — involves organized, multiplayer video game competitions that combine strategy, teamwork, reflexes and communication. While video games have long been a popular…
28 Jan 18 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Tammy Mhlanga- Vice Captain Wits cheer club

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.
27 Jan 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Dale T McKinley- economist

South Africa’s economic reform agenda appears to be gaining positive attention on the global stage, with Team South Africa reporting that its engagement at the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos has resonated more effectively with international investors than in previous years. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said…
27 Jan 10 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego - political analyst

South Africa’s local government landscape is rapidly evolving. Since the 2021 municipal elections, many municipalities have ended up with hung councils — where no single party wins an outright majority — making coalitions a necessity rather than the exception. Analysts expect this trend to continue into the 2026 local government…
26 Jan 22 min

In Conversation With Thomas Mbombi & Keneilwe Sekwale Wits Tang SOO DO Club

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
26 Jan 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH BENLAY

Born Banele Mngadi in 1999, Benlay is a rising star in the South African music scene, known for his vibrant blend of Afro Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, Kwaito, and Amapiano. Hailing from KwaZulu-Natal, this young artist, songwriter, and performer has been steadily building a name for himself since moving to Johannesburg…
23 Jan 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MCBEEDEGHOST

South African music is witnessing a new wave of genre-defying talent, and at the forefront is McBeeDeGhost, a dynamic vocalist and recording artist celebrated for his soulful tone, experimental creativity, and cultural depth. McBeeDeGhost effortlessly navigates multiple genres, including Afrobeats, R&B, Gospel, and Amapiano, reflecting a generation of artists driven…
23 Jan 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NAVILLE VAN ROOY (Community Outreach Coordinator at The Green Connection)

Environmental justice organisation The Green Connection has urged the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to reject further electricity tariff increases proposed under Eskom’s Sixth Multi-Year Price Determination (MYPD6), warning that rising power prices could deepen poverty and worsen inequality across the country. The organisation submitted its formal response…
23 Jan 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SUPRISE MANYAI Director of SMV Attorneys

The Constitutional Court’s ruling this week that antenuptial contracts entered into after a customary marriage are legally valid will impact thousands of couples. Family law expert Bertus Preller noted that couples who followed a similar pattern — first entering into a customary marriage, then signing an antenuptial contract, and finally…
23 Jan 13 min
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