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
1,206 Episodes
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IN CONVERSATION WITH KAMOGELO AARON TSHABALALA

Kamogelo Aaron Tshabalala from Acudeo College, Kirkney (Gauteng Province) emerged as one of the standout performers of the year, achieving 8 distinctions. Kamogelo’s academic dedication earned them recognition as one of the top achievers in the country, reinforcing Gauteng’s strong showing.
15 Jan 4 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MUTSHIDZI AUDREY RAMOVHA

Mutshidzi Audrey Ramovha, a learner at Khwevha Commercial School in Limpopo, also stood out among the province’s top performers. Her consistent hard work and discipline throughout the school year resulted in excellent final results that her teachers and community are incredibly proud of.
15 Jan 5 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THABANG MCHUCHUMA MASHIGO

Thabang Mchuchuma Mashigo from Khutsalani Secondary School (Mpumalanga) delivered a stellar performance, achieving 7 of 7 possible distinctions — an extraordinary academic feat that speaks to focus, preparation and unmatched dedication.
15 Jan 4 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH WANDILE MATHE (AUTHOR)

Wandile Mathe is a South African writer whose work uses the power of storytelling to inspire and empower young people. Known for his sharp teen flash fiction, Mathe’s writing is deeply rooted in real-life African youth experiences, offering authentic and relatable narratives that reflect the challenges, hopes and resilience of…
15 Jan 20 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH QUEEN NESENGANE (Student liaison Safe Study)

Safe Study South Africa is a Johannesburg-based non-profit organisation providing educational enrichment and creative development programmes for children from marginalised communities. Founded in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, the initiative was established in response to the learning disruptions faced by young people with limited access to formal schooling and academic…
15 Jan 18 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MIDDAY MALI (SANTACO spokesperson)

Police have launched an investigation after a disturbing video circulated on social media showing a group of taxi patrollers assaulting a motorist in Vanderbijlpark, allegedly over a passenger-related dispute. The footage, which has drawn widespread outrage, shows several men believed to be affiliated with the Civic Centre Taxi Association confronting…
15 Jan 12 min

In Conversation With DA Gauteng Shadow MEC of Agriculture Bronwynn Engelbrecht

South Africa is facing a serious outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) — a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hooved animals such as cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. In response, Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has declared what he calls a “war” on the disease, calling for urgent action…
14 Jan 12 min

In Conversation With Micheal Beaumont- National Chairperson (ActionSA)

ActionSA has begun preparing legal action to challenge the decision by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) to classify the Phala Phala investigation report as “Top Secret.” The report involves conduct by members of the Presidential Protection Unit linked to the Phala Phala farm scandal — a politically charged matter…
14 Jan 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Innocent Moloi Paralegal.

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) convened a subpoena hearing against the Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, Councillor Fikile Mahlophe, this week after months of non response to an investigation into allegations that the municipality withheld free paraffin from qualifying indigent households in several rural and unelectrified…
14 Jan 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH BASIL MANUEL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF NAPTOSA

South Africa has recorded its highest ever National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rate for the Class of 2025 — 88%, announced by the Basic Education Minister this week. This marks a slight improvement on 2024 and comes as the largest cohort ever to sit the matric exams, with over 927,000…
13 Jan 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MISS MMATSHIKHIDI REBECCA PHALA THE NATIONAL SPOKESPERSON

The Gauteng Department of Transport has warned that unroadworthy taxis are compromising public safety, highlighting widespread concerns over vehicle conditions and driver compliance in the minibus taxi sector. Officials say some vehicles are held together with makeshift repairs, pose serious mechanical risks, and put commuters’ lives on the line. Commuters…
13 Jan 18 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PIETER DUVENAGE POLITICAL ANALYST

U.S. President Donald Trump has ignited international controversy by declaring that the United States will acquire Greenland “one way or the other,” warning that if Washington doesn’t act, Russia or China might take over the strategic Arctic territory.
13 Jan 16 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego

The South African Communist Party (SACP) has publicly stated that it wants to enter government to help the African National Congress (ANC) accelerate land reform and economic redistribution in South Africa. This declaration came during an ANC rally marking the party’s 114th anniversary in the North West, where the SACP…
12 Jan 15 min

In Conversation With Alan Beesley (ActionSA MP)

ActionSA has publicly criticised the Government of National Unity (GNU) over what it calls excessive spending on travel and accommodation by cabinet ministers. According to ActionSA MP Alan Beesley, ministers in the GNU have spent nearly R450 million on official travel in their first 18 months in office — a…
12 Jan 12 min
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