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
1,211 Episodes
220 – 240

IN CONVERSATION WITH CARLOTA BAPTISTA

Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) welcomes a newly announced agreement to provide ground-breaking injectable PrEP at $40 in 2027, but warns that global plans need to prioritise key populations and include the low- and middle-income countries currently excluded from the licensing agreement. On Wednesday, two Indian generic…
1 Oct 2025 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH BUCHULE RABA

The Cosmo City Residents Association (CCRA) is a community-driven organisation dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of Cosmo City through sustainable development, civic engagement, and innovative social initiatives. Established to address local challenges and unlock opportunities, CCRA focuses on areas such as healthcare access, leadership education, and…
1 Oct 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI

We are discussing the major change affecting uber and bolt drivers as part of South Africa's new national transport amendment act which mandates e-hailing operating licenses visible vehicle branding, professional driving permits, and mandatory panic buttons for safety.
1 Oct 2025 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KAMOGELO MMAMABOLO ( VOW 88.1 NEWS REPORTER)

Madlanga Commision Daily summary: Day 6 (25 September):Major-General Petronella van Rooyen testified on the legality of Minister Mchunu’s decision to disband the PKTT, stating that the minister overstepped his authority and that no member of the police may obey a manifestly illegal order. She emphasised that the closure of the…
1 Oct 2025 3 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DUDU SHABA ( DEPUTY PRESIDENT ,AZAPO)

As we reflect on Albinism Awareness Month, the Azanian Organisation (AZAPO) proudly stands in solidarity with persons with albinism, affirming that all human beings are _Equal in Every Way_. Despite facing numerous challenges, persons with albinism deserve respect, dignity, and equal opportunities. Persons with albinism in South Africa face significant…
1 Oct 2025 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Dr Alicia Cloete, State Veterinian Diseas Control Animal Health.

As South Africa approaches World Rabies Day on 28 September 2025, the Department of Agriculture is urging the nation to support the theme “Act Now: You, Me, Community” in the fight against rabies, a deadly but preventable disease affecting humans and animals. Minister John Steenhuisen, alongside the National Rabies Advisory…
29 Sep 2025 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Vanessa Sekati ,Owlag

Vanessa Sekati is a dynamic and results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with extensive experience managing complex security operations across leading organizations in the financial and telecommunications sectors. Currently serving as a Cyber Security Services Manager at Standard Bank Group, she leads strategic initiatives to strengthen cyber resilience, manage security operations, and implement…
29 Sep 2025 22 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Goodenough Mashego , Independent political Analyst.

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie said he would not be resigning as minister because of problems within the Government of National Unity (GNU). He says his resignation on Tuesday will be because of a failed relationship with the African National Congress (ANC) at local government level, like in…
29 Sep 2025 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH RETHABILE KHUMALO

This October, fans of South African music will come together to celebrate a monumental milestone — “30 Years of Winnie Khumalo” — taking place at Soweto Meat Lovers on Saturday, 04 October 2025. Tickets are available now via Computicket and Webticket, and early booking is strongly encouraged as they are…
26 Sep 2025 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THANDO JAY

Johannesburg-based singer-songwriter Thando Jay (real name Thando Ntlakanipho Juqu) is making waves with his soulful blend of Afro-pop and soul. Born in Kokstad and rooted in the amaHlubi community, Thando discovered his passion for music as a child, later refining his craft through piano and performance studies. In 2015, he…
26 Sep 2025 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ESMERELDA

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.
25 Sep 2025 7 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MABALANE

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.
25 Sep 2025 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH LARNCE PAULSER

St. George’s University (SGU) is the largest source of doctors for the entire US workforce, offering the unique opportunity to begin your medical studies in Grenada or the UK. An accredited medical school in Grenada, West Indies, SGU has contributed over 23,000 physicians to the global physician workforce. They have…
25 Sep 2025 6 min
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