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
530 Episodes
20 – 40

IN CONVERSATION WITH JACK BLOOM, DEMOCRATIC ALLIES GAUTENG SHADOW HEALTH MEC

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.
7 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JODECIFEENIN, ARTIST/PRODUCER

Jodecifeenin is a South African ar2st and producer bringing groovy, nostalgic vibes to the world. Originally from Polokwane, he started as a producer in 2017, craDing beats that blended emo2on and energy. When ar2sts struggled to hop on his beats, he took maFers into his own hands—star2ng his journey as…
4 Apr 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ZANELE POTELWA, AWARD WINNING TELEVISION AND RADIO PERSONALITY

Zanele Potelwa, is constantly proving that hard work really does pay off. With the critically acclaimed South African Style Awards having recently named her ‘The Next Big Thing’, the award proves Zanele’s undeniable impact and recognisable mark within the South African entertainment industry. Last year saw Zanele not only host…
4 Apr 15 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MOTSEKI MABUYA, BOITUMELO MEDIA'S FOUNDER

The Community Radio Awards will honour stations, programmes, and individual contributors who have gone above and beyond in promoting community engagement, social justice, and local storytelling. Key Highlights of the Event: – Awards Presentation: Categories will include Best Community Program, Outstanding Volunteer, and Special Recognition, among others. – Networking Opportunities:…
4 Apr 8 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALAN BEESLEY, ACTIONSA MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT

ActionSA met with the ANC on Sunday evening, 30 March 2025, to discuss the approach to the 2025/26 national budget, which we centred on ensuring it protects every South African from excessive taxation, worsening economic pressures, and declining service delivery. Recognising the imperfect nature of the budget and the crisis…
3 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH WCCO & LYNETTE JOHNSON, NGOs working in various fields

The NGO Fair brings together NGOs working in various fields, including education, youth mentorship, skills development, social justice, and community upliftment. It offers students a unique opportunity to engage with organizations, learn about their initiatives, and discover ways to contribute through volunteering, internships, or collaborations. Students attending the fair can…
3 Apr 16 min

IN CONVERSATIO WITH LOYISI MBINDA

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.
2 Apr 15 min

IN CONVERSATIO WITH MAKASHULE GANAM, chief organiser for RISE Mzansi

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.
2 Apr 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALD. PELISA NKUNJANA, ANC CHEIF WHIP IN EKURHULENI

The ANC Caucus in the City of Ekurhuleni welcomes the conclusion of the Council meeting that was held today, the 31st of March 2025, via hydrid, following its postponement of processes of the Council meeting of 27 March 2025. The inability of Council to conclude its business emanated from the…
1 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SANDILE SWANA, political analyst.

AfriForum, strongly criticized the judiciary after the Constitutional Court dismissed its application for leave to appeal a ruling that the chant “Kill the Boer” did not amount to hate speech. The group has threatened to take its legal fight against the chant overseas. Swana says an expression does not become hate…
1 Apr 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SERGIO ISSA DOS SANTOS, DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Education.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng is calling for the immediate suspension of Hulisani Tshikovhi, the Chairperson of the Tender Evaluation Committee at the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), along with others implicated in the R9 billion feeding scheme tender. This scheme has left over 1.6 million Gauteng learners, primarily…
1 Apr 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH AYNDA ALLIE MEMBER OF THE MULTI PARTY WOMEN'S CAUCUS

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.
1 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NOBUHLE MTHEMBU

The Speaker of Council, Cllr Nobuhle Mthembu, led the first City of Johannesburg Integrated Development Plan (IDP) session at the Roodepoort City Hall in Region C on Saturday, 29 March 2025. The session marked the beginning of a critical engagement process aimed at ensuring that the City’s development plans align…
1 Apr 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MELOJANEY, SINGER SONGWRITER

Her music journey truly began in grade 2, being sent to detention for belting out song during class hours. As much as MeloJaney was disruptive in class, her school mistress made her parents know that “your daughter is talented and has a voice to take notice too”. Fast forward to…
28 Mar 26 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH THABO TSOLO, CEO AND GAME DESIGNER AT SPACESALAD

Given the competitive nature of today’s business landscape, decision-makers are continuously looking for more innovative ways of keeping customers engaged, enhance employee productivity, and drive revenue. This is where gamification comes in. By applying game-like elements such as rewards, challenges, and leader boards to non-gaming contexts, the opportunity to transform…
28 Mar 4 min
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