VOW 88.1 AREA CODE

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.
Weekly English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews
1,370 Episodes
60 – 80

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI, PARALEGAL

In Springs, Gauteng, residents of a local informal settlement have taken matters into their own hands, digging up land in search of gold despite repeated warnings from authorities. What started as rumours of a gold deposit has turned into a chaotic scene, with people paying small fees to dig and,…
18 Feb 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SOLLY MSINGA,Democratic Alliance

Gauteng is South Africa’s economic hub, but residents increasingly describe the province as being in visible decline, with daily-life issues becoming more severe across municipalities — from Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane, to Emfuleni and the West Rand. In recent months alone, Gauteng has been hit by:  Power infrastructure failures…
18 Feb 17 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MABINE SEABE,NATIONAL COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR

In the aftermath of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), political parties have begun responding not only to what was said, but to what they believe is still missing: real accountability, real prosecutions, and real consequences for those accused of undermining the state. RISE Mzansi leader…
18 Feb 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ZANELE SABELA (COSATU SPOKESPERSON)

Workers at Northwest Transport Investment (NTI) — a bus company jointly owned by the North West and Gauteng provincial governments — have once again been pushed to the edge, after ongoing salary disruptions that have left many employees financially devastated.
17 Feb 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PETER RAFFERTY – INTERIM COJ REGIONAL CHAIR

Residents of Eldorado Park, a suburb southwest of Johannesburg, have voiced deep frustration and fear as gang violence continues to grip the community. Eyewitness News reporting from the area shows ordinary residents living “in constant fear” as gangs allegedly target schoolchildren, extort businesses and intimidate families, leaving many feeling abandoned…
17 Feb 14 min

In Conversation With Milton Mgoveni- Care Reach Connect

Youth organisation Care Reach Connect is driving initiatives that benefit communities by addressing social cohesion, wellness, and intergenerational engagement. One of their upcoming projects is a 5km Fun Walk for elderly residents in Mamelodi, organised in partnership with the Peu Entle Senior Citizen Club. Scheduled for 25 March 2026, the…
16 Feb 18 min

In Conversation With King Bongani Ramontja - president of Soil of Africa.

A civic organisation known as Soil of Africa, led by its chairperson King Bongani Ramontja, has issued a strong public statement following an action taken on 12 February 2026, where they claim to have formally and lawfully served a Notice of Demand to General Rudzani Maphwanya, the Chief of the…
16 Feb 15 min

In Conversation With Phumelelani Mshumi- Media Liaison (EFF Youth Command)

As the 2026 academic year gets underway, thousands of students across South Africa are facing a familiar barrier: arriving at universities ready to register, only to be blocked due to outstanding historical debt. The issue sits at the intersection of: ● youth unemployment and household poverty, ● rising cost of…
16 Feb 14 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego- political analyst

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) comes amid scrutiny of a presidency criticised for “over-promising and under-delivering”. Since taking office in 2018, analysts argue that many high-profile commitments — from the creation of a Lanseria Smart City to the establishment of a University of Science and…
16 Feb 12 min

In Conversation With Matthew George Action SA Communication Director

ActionSA’s Central Candidate Selection Committee (CSC) will meet on Monday, 16 February 2026, to finalise its choice of a mayoral candidate for Johannesburg. The announcement of the party’s official candidate is scheduled for Saturday, 21 February 2026. This selection follows a rigorous vetting and consultation process, which included interviews, presentations…
16 Feb 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH EGOR ARKHIPOV, Sputnik in Russia.

Sputnik, established in 2014 under Rossiya Segodnya, operates as a global 11:10 multimedia news agency and radio broadcast service. With its international footprint and multilingual platforms, Sputnik plays a role in shaping global news conversations across radio and digital broadcasting. As the world commemorates World Radio Day under the theme…
13 Feb 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALULUTHO NTAPANE & SIVE NDODANA

Rhodes Music Radio (RMR) is Rhodes University’s campus radio station, serving as a vibrant platform for student voices, creative expression, and skills development. The station plays a vital role in training aspiring broadcasters while reflecting student life, youth culture, and community issues. As part of Radio Day, RMR highlights the…
13 Feb 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TRACY FEINSTEIN, CALL CENTER MANAGER

ADAG is preventing Teen suicide by taking Mental Health education directly into classrooms, reaching learners and educators class by class, creating safe spaces for teens to speak openly, and equipping schools to identify and respond to 11:10 warning signs early. For more information, access to resources, interviews, expert comments, or…
12 Feb 6 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH VUTOMI MTANA, CHAIRPERSON OF GREATER TZANEN

As South Africa approaches the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), United Africans Transformation (UAT) expects President Cyril Ramaphosa to move decisively beyond repetition, symbolism, and recycled commitments. This SONA must present clear, time-bound undertakings that signal a genuine break from the governance failures that continue to burden the…
12 Feb 6 min
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