AREA CODE

IN CONVERSATION WITH TUMELO PHOFI ( FULL TIME THEATRE MAKING STUDENT)

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.

12 Sep 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH CHERAE HALLEY

Cheráé Halley is a distinguished actor, theatre maker, lecturer, and applied theatre facilitator, currently serving as Head of the Market Theatre Laboratory in Newtown, Johannesburg. Her appointment in 2023 marked a new chapter for The Lab — one rooted in social relevance, experimentation, and deep community engagement. She holds both…

12 Sep 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TEBOGO MASHILOMPANE

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.

11 Sep 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Manyaiyi Vuma (Director of SMV attorneys inc)

Every year, South Africa observes National Wills Week, a campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance of drafting a valid will. The initiative, driven by the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA) and supported by participating attorneys, highlights the critical role that wills play in protecting families, assets, and…

11 Sep 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ROLAND

Every September, South Africa celebrates Heritage Month — a time to reflect on the country’s rich cultural diversity and identity. But beyond the cultural pride, heritage also fuels economic opportunities, and nowhere is this more visible than at Design Week South Africa (DWSA). Curated by creative leaders such as Roland…

11 Sep 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH FATIMA SEEDAT

Wednesday 10 September, the world observed World Suicide Prevention Day, and the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) marked the occasion by launching a comprehensive online toolkit filled with valuable information and resources to support mental health and suicide prevention. As part of the commemoration, SADAG hosted an interactive…

11 Sep 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Advocate MICHAEL MSIZA.

Human trafficking remains a growing crisis in South Africa, where the country is regarded as a source, transit, and destination for victims of exploitation. Vulnerable migrants, particularly from neighboring countries such as Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, are often lured into South Africa under the promise of employment but end up…

11 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MODISE SEKGOTHE

Through the memoirs of a boy anxiously journeying towards manhood unsupervised by the very man he needs, ‘Gabo Legwala’ takes us into the psychology of children growing up without present fathers. Set in the township of Soweto, the script further refutes the burden of performative heroism placed on boys, asserting…

10 Sep 24 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI

National Wills Week (15-19 September) into the official Wills Month. South Africa's wills and estates specialists are debunking myths, addressing stereotypes, and showing that leaving a legacy isn't reserved only for older or wealthy people. Capital Legacy data reveals the following: Mid-lifers leading the charge – Ages 39 to 45…

10 Sep 19 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DONALD SELAMOLELA

In a direct response to escalating violence against e-hailing drivers in Soweto and KwaZulu-Natal, Parliament has fast-tracked new regulatory measures under the National Land Transport Amendment Act. Transport Committee chair Donald Selamolela emphasized the urgent need for legislation that specifically governs platforms such as Uber, Bolt, and inDrive. These regulations…

10 Sep 13 min

In Conversation With Colin Browne

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.

9 Sep 7 min

In Conversation With Zanele Sabela, National Spokesperson of the Congress of South African Trade Unions

South Africans continue to grapple with rising electricity costs, as the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) recently approved further tariff hikes for Eskom. These increases stem from a R54 billion settlement error, conceded by NERSA through a court process, which now allows Eskom to recover lost revenue from…

9 Sep 12 min

In Conversation With Seago Maapola Educational Psychologist.

According to UNESCO, children in Africa who learn to read in a familiar language are 30% more likely to read with understanding before they start high school. This is significant for South Africa where, as revealed by the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS 2021), 81% of Grade 4…

9 Sep 22 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Lieutenant Colonel Amanda van Wyk SAPS Media Liaison Officer.

In August, which is observed annually as Women’s Month, 2284 suspects were arrested for sexually related offences, including rape, sexual assault, abduction, and attempted rape. Police say there’s also been some notable convictions, including this week’s sentencing of Mozambican national Phethe Simiao to two life terms for the rape and…

8 Sep 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Mervyn Cirota , MPL DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Human Settlements.

Gauteng residents in informal settlements have been left confused and disappointed following the mixed messages sent by Premier Panyaza Lesufi and the Gauteng Human Settlements MEC, Tasneem Motara, on the upgrading of informal settlements. The mixed signals affirm that the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) is not only out of sync…

8 Sep 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Mike Bolhuis

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.

8 Sep 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Phakamile Hlubi-Majola NUMSA National Spokesperson.

Recently, NUMSA joined SAGA and international actor unions, SAG-AFTRA from the U.S. and ACTRA from Canada, in a conference to confront the harsh realities facing workers in the creative sector. We heard devastating accounts of abuse and exploitation in a space that remains dangerously unregulated. SAGA expressed a strong commitment…

8 Sep 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SIINAYE

Rising Afro-pop sensation Zamo has made a powerful return with her latest single, Buyelekhaya, featuring acclaimed artist Big Dreamz. Released on 22 August 2025, the track is already making waves across streaming platforms, drawing listeners in with its heartfelt storytelling and rich musicality. Buyelekhaya—which translates to “Return Home”—is a soulful…

5 Sep 22 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ZAMO

Rising Afro-pop sensation Zamo has made a powerful return with her latest single, Buyelekhaya, featuring acclaimed artist Big Dreamz. Released on 22 August 2025, the track is already making waves across streaming platforms, drawing listeners in with its heartfelt storytelling and rich musicality. Buyelekhaya—which translates to “Return Home”—is a soulful…

5 Sep 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ROSHNI PARBHOO-SEETHA

September is recognized as **Suicide Prevention Month**, a time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide, promoting mental health, and providing support for those struggling with thoughts of self-harm. The observance serves as a reminder that suicide is preventable and that communities play a critical role in fostering hope and resilience…

4 Sep 15 min