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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 Lebo Makoka

The Joburg International Transport Interchange was developed by the City of Johannesburg as a major public transport facility intended to improve transport operations in the inner city by providing dedicated infrastructure for taxis and buses. The project reportedly cost more than R400 million and was completed in 2021. Despite the…
15 Jul 8 min

In Conversation with Innocent Moloi

British-Zimbabwean national Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma was arrested by the South African Police Service in Kensington, Johannesburg, on 10 July 2026 following a coordinated operation involving the SAPS Interpol National Central Bureau, Crime Intelligence and the Organised Crime Investigation Unit. Tshuma is wanted by authorities in the United Kingdom in connection…
15 Jul 9 min

In Conversation with Dloze Matooane

The Gauteng Department of Social Development is continuing its community outreach and service delivery programme through an Integrated Service Delivery Blitz aimed at bringing essential government services closer to residents. On 15 July 2026, Gauteng MEC for Social Development Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko will lead the initiative at Daggafontein Sports Ground in…
15 Jul 10 min

In Conversation with Isaac Mangena

On 14 July 2026, residents from Riverpark Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, K206, Extension 9 and the Mahauzana Flats in Alexandra submitted a Memorandum of Demands to City Power following a peaceful march to the Alexandra Service Delivery Centre. The memorandum raised concerns regarding the electrification of the Mahauzana…
15 Jul 10 min

In Conversation With Athlande Mathe, National Spokesperson

British‐Zimbabwean fugitive Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, accused of a triple murder in the United Kingdom, made his first appearance in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on 13 July 2026. Tshuma is wanted in the UK for allegedly killing his wife, Nothabo Zandile Tshuma (42), and their daughters Natalie (15) and Nala (5)…
14 Jul 5 min

In Conversation With Owami Masango

Kurated Brand Biography Kurated is a proudly Black-owned South African haircare brand, founded in October 2023. Drawing inspiration from Ayurvedic, African, and Caribbean traditions, the brand creates products designed to nourish hair back to health, reduce breakage, and support growth. While Kurated places a special focus on textured hair, its…
14 Jul 7 min

In Conversation With Mpumelelo Zikalala, Legal Expert

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, an alleged underworld figure, is at the center of a major corruption case involving a R228‐million SAPS tender linked to Medicare24. He had pleaded guilty to seven counts of fraud, corruption, and money laundering, and entered into a plea deal with the state that proposed an eight‐year…
14 Jul 3 min

In Conversation With JMPD Spokesperson, Xolani Fihla

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has issued a public safety advisory after its primary emergency call-taking and dispatch line became temporarily unavailable due to a technical fault. According to the department, the disruption has been intermittent since Friday, 10 July, affecting the main emergency number 011 375 5918. Technicians…
13 Jul 5 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego- political analyst

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry enters another critical phase this week as it turns its attention to the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC)—the specialised unit within the National Prosecuting Authority responsible for investigating and prosecuting complex corruption and state capture-related crimes. The Commission was established by President Cyril Ramaphosa in…
13 Jul 1 hour

IN CONVERSATION WITH YANDANI

Yandani, South Africa’s fast-rising Pop/R&B star, is set to release his highly anticipated debut EP, About You, this Friday. He recently released his new single, “Touch,” which serves as the lead single ahead of the EP’s release. Yandani carries a rich musical legacy as the grandchild of the founder of…
10 Jul 23 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. STANLEY MAPHOSA

Around the world, it marks the permanent removal of firearms from circulation. In South Africa, the picture looks very different. A new briefing published today by Gun Free South Africa shows that South Africa's firearm relicensing system is collapsing, with applications dropping 74% since 2021/22 – from 213,631 to just…
10 Jul 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MADELEINE HICKLIN

The shortage of government-issued winter clothing is affecting patients at the Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital in Tshwane. The patients are still wearing summer trousers, tops, no socks, and threadbare dressing gowns. Not only is there a shortage of winter clothing, but the facility has only one washing machine on the property…
10 Jul 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Doer Mighty Mabule , UAT National Spokesperson.

The United Africans Transformation (UAT) says the National Treasury's decision to freeze funding to 69 municipalities is a damning indictment of the state of local government in South Africa. It is undeniable proof that financial mismanagement, poor governance, corruption and the absence of accountability have become entrenched in municipalities across…
9 Jul 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Makenosi Maroo , Rand water Spokesperson.

Eskom and Rand Water completed Phase 1 of the planned infrastructure maintenance programme, which commenced on Friday, 29 May 2026 and concluded on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. During this phase, Eskom carried out planned maintenance on critical electrical infrastructure. The work was essential to enhance the reliability and stability of…
9 Jul 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Amos Monyela, COSATU Provincial Chairperson.

COSATU Gauteng notes the successful operation by SAPS, SANDF and Sibanye Protection Services that resulted in the arrest of more than 150 suspected illegal miners at Kloof Mine in Westonaria. Illegal mining is a serious threat to workers, communities and the economy. It destroys infrastructure, threatens the safety of mineworkers,…
9 Jul 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Emma More MPL, ActionSA Member of the Health Committee

ActionSA is deeply appalled, though management De and the sys department of Health reg Rett ably not surprised Temic protection of co , by the carelessness and negligent officials’ failure . In a shocking written legislature reply from the Health and Wellness ME C of consequence within the Gauteng ,…
9 Jul 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Nompumelelo Mpumie Mkhonza, March and March Organising Committee

This serves to formally lodge the grievances of March and March regarding the severe operational restrictions and lack of standard institutional support for our community initiative scheduled to take place tomorrow. We are escalating this to both the Station Commander and the media to ensure full transparency. Our primary grievances…
9 Jul 6 min

In Conversation With Dennis Bloem- Activists & Citizens

During a media briefing on 6 July 2025, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged that criminal elements had infiltrated various parts of South Africa’s criminal justice system. He further claimed that certain politicians and Members of Parliament were interfering in SAPS operations and contributing to instability within the police service. These…
8 Jul 7 min
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