AREA CODE

IN CONVERSATION WITH NELCASA, COKZIN AND CON FIELLA

De Joint Production is the collaborative vision of three talented South African music producers and DJs: Cokzin (Collen Ralinala), Kon Fiella (Olsen Nwandula), and Nelcasa (Andre Nhalungo). Together, they have created a vibrant music label that is rapidly becoming synonymous with innovation in the amapiano genre. Each member brings a…

1 Aug 27 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MAYA AMOLO

Maya Amolo is a Kenyan singer-songwriter and producer whose music explores life‘s intricacies through the lens of alternative R&B with afro-pop sensibilities. Maya’s sugary vocals and soft harmonies have amassed her a loyal global listenership and the homegrown support of East Africa‘s creative community.   Her debut project, Leave Me…

1 Aug 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Belinda KAYSER-ECHEOZONJOKU

the Democratic Alliance (DA) briefed the members of the media at the Johannesburg council chamber on the continued failings of the City of Johannesburg (CoJ). With the G20 Summit 3 months away tomorrow, the DA cannot help but wonder what the point of the parallel structures in the form of…

1 Aug 14 min

IN CONVERSATIN WITH XOLANI FIHLA, (spokesperson for the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD))

The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects—including the child’s mother—following a disturbing video that went viral on social media earlier this week. The arrests were made on Tuesday in Newclare after a public tip-off helped JMPD K9 Unit officers locate the individuals involved. The…

31 Jul 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Ms Lerato Motaung & Ms Maureen Mabas

Section 33 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa is one of the most important legal provisions safeguarding the rights of ordinary citizens. It ensures that every person is treated fairly and reasonably by organs of state and anyone performing a public function. What Does Section 33 Say?…

31 Jul 18 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KAAMIL ALLI (Ministerial Spokesperson for the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition) (dtic)

he current standoff between South Africa and the United States reflects a complex mix of geopolitical, domestic, and trade-related factors—making a reset in relations both necessary and inevitable. Despite recent reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States, South Africa has chosen not to retaliate. We remain committed to dialogue and…

31 Jul 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GCINA MADLALA (Member of African Women Chartered Accountants)

One of the most powerful and impactful career pathways in the country today is that of the Chartered Accountant (CA) — a profession that not only ensures financial integrity but also plays a vital role in driving ethical leadership and strategic decision-making across both the private and public sectors. As…

31 Jul 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MR ROGER TUCKELDOE (the Acting DDG: Food Security and Agrarian Reform)

South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to food sovereignty as a cornerstone of national resilience and development. Speaking at the UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Steenhuisen outlined several strategic initiatives aimed at bolstering local food systems and empowering…

31 Jul 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NOMPILO,DIMPHO,TUMISO

Nompilo Khumalo, a 27-year-old filmmaker from Soweto, has earned major acclaim after winning a Special Mention award at the Visions of Freedom Film Festival, which runs as part of the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival held at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg. Her poignant short film, Legae Laka (“My Home”), co-directed with…

30 Jul 26 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MOIRA GERSZT (CEO of the smile foundfation)

Every child deserves the chance to smile with confidence. But for many children born with cleft lip or cleft palate, something as simple as a smile or a meal can be a daily struggle. A cleft lip is a common congenital condition where a baby is born with an opening…

30 Jul 22 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GLYNNIS BREYTENBACH

It’s now been more than a week since President Cyril Ramaphosa suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke — and the silence is growing louder. The Presidency confirmed the decision was made to allow for an independent inquiry into Chauke’s fitness to hold office, following serious allegations…

30 Jul 20 min

In Conversation With Selepe Madisha Motivational speaker

VOW 88.1 is a campus-based community radio station broadcasting from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. The station has a variety of music and talk show that reflect the life of the youth, students, politics and tackles social issues. We are on air 24 hours a day, 7 days…

29 Jul 6 min

In Conversation With Livhuwani Electrical Specialist

Eskom has launched a nationwide campaign aimed at empowering households to claim their right to cleaner, affordable, and sustainable electricity through Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) systems—most commonly solar PV installations. The campaign supports residents in Eskom-supplied areas by helping them comply with the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)…

29 Jul 10 min

In Conversation With Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson

Emergency services transported all the injured students to various hospitals for medical attention. According to Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla, the incident occurred on Westpark Drive and involved a white Toyota Quantum operating as a scholar transport vehicle. Preliminary investigations reveal that the driver of the minibus…

29 Jul 8 min

In Conversation With Tebogo Mashilompane (FOSA national leader)

The Forum for South Africa (FOSA) has strongly criticised the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, following his recent decision to suspend funding for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) in light of allegations of inflated salaries benefiting politically connected individuals. FOSA has condemned the decision as inconsiderate…

29 Jul 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Michael Sun, (DA Gauteng spokesperson for Community Safety)

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng is calling on Premier Panyaza Lesufi to take urgent action against the growing crisis of illegal street racing in Johannesburg’s northern suburbs, warning that the lives of innocent residents are being placed at risk by reckless and criminal behavior on public roads.

28 Jul 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Cassey Chambers SADAG's Operations Director

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Gauteng is investigating a deeply tragic incident in which a police captain allegedly shot and killed his girlfriend and her brother, before turning the firearm on himself. The incident occurred late on Saturday evening, 26 July 2025, in Protea.

28 Jul 25 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SKONZ MAKHATHINI

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 Jul 24 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH : Kingsol Chabalala (DA’s constituency head for Emfuleni North)

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Emfuleni has sharply criticized the local municipality for spending R15 million on outsourced cemetery services over the past five years, accusing officials of reckless expenditure while residents continue to suffer from deteriorating infrastructure and inadequate service delivery.

28 Jul 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THABILE MANDEBELE NGOBESE

Joining us in studio today is a true rising star in South Africa’s music and entertainment scene. Born and raised in the picturesque village of Bergville, nestled under the Drakensberg Mountains — or uKhahlamba, as many know them — Thabile Mandebele Ngobese is a dynamic Afro-pop artist and actress whose…

25 Jul 13 min