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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.
Weekly English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews
1,768 Episodes
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IN CONVERSATION WITH THABZERO

South African rapper, producer and songwriter Thabiso Mkhize, better known as Thabzero, is entering a new chapter in his career after appearing in the recently released Netflix drama series Umthetho. The appearance adds acting to a career that has already spanned music, production and songwriting. Umthetho premiered on Netflix on…
21 Aug 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH HERMAN MOLOI

Businessman Stuart James Scharnick, an associate of suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya, was arrested yesterday after a journalist covering the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry opened a case of intimidation against him. The incident happened on the sidelines of the Commission’s hearings at the Bridgette Mabandla Justice…
21 Aug 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SARA HALLAT-CEO OF META FOUNDATION

Johannesburg’s creative spaces will once again become the centre of the city’s visual arts scene when Contra.Joburg returns on 29 and 30 August 2026, bringing artists, galleries, studios and members of the public together for an immersive weekend of art and conversation. Now in its 2026 edition, Contra.Joburg describes itself…
20 Aug 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GORDON MAETA-DIRECTOR OF RIXFORENSICA

South Africa has recorded the highest number of occupational fraud cases in Sub-Saharan Africa in the latest global study by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in workplace controls, procurement systems and organisational governance. The ACFE's Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations recorded 123…
20 Aug 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THAKHANI KHOROMMBI

Health experts and government officials are calling for a stronger focus on prevention, healthier lifestyle choices and harm reduction as South Africa continues to face a growing burden of chronic diseases. The call was made at the Wellness Collective Summit, hosted by WomenCan at Pere House on Tuesday. The event…
19 Aug 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI

A Muslim social worker’s firearm licence application was reportedly rejected after she was allegedly told that her application photograph, in which she was wearing a hijab, “may not be accepted”. The incident has raised questions about whether South African law allows religious head coverings in firearm licence photographs and whether…
19 Aug 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH REFILOE NT'SEKHE

The Gauteng Department of Social Development has 170 critical frontline posts currently vacant, including 102 social worker positions and 74 child and youth care worker positions. These professionals provide essential services to vulnerable residents, including children affected by abuse and neglect, victims of gender-based violence, older people and communities dealing…
19 Aug 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Onwabile Lubhelwana

The Gauteng Department of Education is investigating allegations of sexual harassment involving an educator and a 17-year-old Grade 12 learner at Minerva Secondary School. According to the department, the alleged inappropriate communication between the educator and the learner began in June 2026 and reportedly continued through WhatsApp and other interactions…
19 Aug 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TIEGO KHOZA- POLITICAL ANALYST

Today’s proceedings at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry placed alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala firmly in the spotlight. Appearing under subpoena at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria, Matlala repeatedly invoked his constitutional right against self-incrimination when questioned about the controversial R360 million SAPS Medicare24 tender, a contract…
18 Aug 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PHUTHANANG MOTSIELWA- TAX EXPERT

South Africa’s gig economy is expanding rapidly, with more people earning money outside their monthly salaries through Uber driving, freelancing, content creation, tutoring, or selling products online. SARS requires all of this income to be declared, regardless of the amount. Failure to declare can lead to audits, penalties, and backdated…
18 Aug 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Priscilla Molepo

Today, we’re talking about something that affects almost every part of our lives money. From budgeting and saving to debt, financial pressure and planning for the future, financial wellness is not just about how much money you make, but how you manage, understand and feel about your money. 13:10 Joining…
17 Aug 19 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TIEGO KHOZA- POLITICAL ANALYST

Jacob Zuma is back on the campaign trail — and he is not pulling his punches. Speaking in the Eastern Cape, Zuma attacked President Cyril Ramaphosa, calling him a “crook” and questioning his leadership of the country. But the interesting story isn’t simply “Zuma attacks Ramaphosa.” The bigger question is:…
17 Aug 5 min

IN CONVERSATION KEVIN CHAPLIN- MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE AMY FOUNDATION

What if changing one young person’s life could change an entire family? That is the philosophy behind Kevin Chaplin’s work with the South African Ubuntu Foundation and the Amy Foundation — organisations focused on youth skills, employment, entrepreneurship and social cohesion. But his story starts somewhere unexpected: a successful career…
17 Aug 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TARZAN

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.
14 Aug 17 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH HERMAN MASHABA

ActionSA has raised concerns over the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey figures from Statistics South Africa, which show that Johannesburg lost 28,000 jobs between April and June 2026. The party says the figures point to a broader failure by government to address unemployment, poverty and economic insecurity. ActionSA argues that…
12 Aug 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH LUNGELO MKAMBA

The South African Social Security Agency in Gauteng has clarified the qualifying criteria and assessment process for Disability Grant applications, particularly the role of the means test. The Disability Grant is intended to provide financial assistance to qualifying South African citizens, permanent residents and recognised refugees between the ages of…
12 Aug 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI

South Africa has a strong legal framework aimed at protecting women against discrimination and promoting equality in the workplace. Despite these protections, women continue to face challenges such as unequal pay, pregnancy discrimination, harassment and unfair treatment when returning from maternity leave. The Employment Equity Act prohibits unfair discrimination in…
12 Aug 9 min
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