AREA CODE

IN CONVERSATION WITH MBALI ZULU

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.

9 Apr 11 min

In Conversation With TT Mbha, Public Figure and PMS Diary Author

The PMS Diary is an engaging book that combines storytelling with interactive journaling to support girls as they navigate the often confusing, emotional, and transformative journey of puberty. At the heart of the book is Palesa, a relatable fictional character who documents her experiences after getting her first period. Through…

8 Apr 8 min

In Conversation With Brigadier Donald Mdhluli

A search operation has been launched following the disappearance of a helicopter inside the Kruger National Park. The aircraft went missing on Monday, 06 April 2026 while conducting a routine investigation into a report regarding a discovered carcass. The helicopter was carrying four occupants: a pilot, two SAPS investigators, and…

8 Apr 10 min

In Conversation With Foster Mohale, Health Department spokesperson

The Department of Health welcomes the arrival of the first batch of Lenacapavir in South Africa, consisting of 37 920 doses. This milestone forms part of the country’s integrated, differentiated and people-centred HIV prevention services, aimed at expanding options for individuals who face barriers to existing prevention methods. Lenacapavir is…

8 Apr 15 min

In Conversation With Innocent Moloi, Paralegal

A complex and highly debated maintenance case in South Africa is drawing attention to the legal and social responsibilities within marital relationships, particularly in situations involving children born outside of marriage. The case centres on an unemployed husband who is seeking to compel his wife to provide financial support for…

8 Apr 10 min

In Conversation With Nkululeko Dunga, EFF Provincial Chairperson

The Economic Freedom Fighters Gauteng has noted the official handover between former MEC for Finance, Lebohang Maile, and the newly appointed MEC, Dunga Nkululeko, at the Gauteng Provincial Treasury. The party describes the transition as a watershed moment that reflects institutional maturity and a commitment to a smooth, responsible transfer…

8 Apr 10 min

In Conversation With Hendrick Makaneta Political Activists

An education activist has called on the Department of Basic Education to ensure that schools uphold the constitutional rights and dignity of pregnant learners, amid ongoing challenges in how schools respond to learner pregnancy. In South Africa, policy frameworks are clear: pregnant learners have the right to remain in school…

7 Apr 11 min

In Conversation With Bongani Ramontja- President of Soil Of Africa

A high-level meeting is set to take place in Nkandla between the President of Soil of Africa, Bongani Ramontja, and former President Jacob Zuma, who is also associated with the leadership of the MK Party. While limited details have been made public, the meeting has been framed as a strategic…

7 Apr 13 min

In Conversation With Goodenough Mashego-political analyst

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has reiterated the party’s commitment to defending South Africa’s sovereignty amid growing tensions with the United States, signalling a firm stance against what the party views as external pressure on the country’s domestic and foreign policy positions. This comes within a broader context of strained relations…

7 Apr 8 min

In Conversation With King Bongani Ramontja, Chairperson Soil Of Africa.

Soil Of Africa Responds to Tshwane Multiparty Coalition’s Water Stabilisation Plan Soil Of Africa notes the statement issued by the Tshwane Multiparty Coalition Government regarding the launch of its Water Stabilisation Plan and the commissioning of 15 new municipal water tankers. While the City seeks to present this as progress,…

2 Apr 12 min

In Conversation With Martha Ngoye Acting ED

The Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg on Monday said it did not have the jurisdiction to decide over the application for the dismissal of the application by former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki for Justice Sisi Khampepe to recuse herself from the TRC inquiry. In a majority judgment consented to…

2 Apr 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JACK BLOOM, DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Health

The Cardiothoracic Department at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Hospital is facing a serious crisis, with reports of high surgical mortality rates and systemic mismanagement. Concerns have been raised that heart patients are dying due to poor surgical outcomes, prompting the resignation of a senior surgeon who cited persistently poor outcomes, intimidation…

1 Apr 11 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI

A legal challenge by B Xulu and Partners Incorporated against the appointment of Andy Mothibi as head of the National Prosecuting Authority was recently dismissed by the High Court in Pretoria. The firm argued that President Cyril Ramaphosa had given preferential treatment to Mothibi by appointing him directly, without subjecting…

1 Apr 9 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SIBABALWE MPOFU, Fellowship Programme Officer

The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is inviting high- performing Grade 12 learners with a passion for entrepreneurship to apply for its University Fellowship Programme. The Fellowship provides more than financial support for university studies, it is a transformative programme designed to nurture entrepreneurial mindset development, personal growth, and leadership skills…

1 Apr 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH CLAUDE KAYITARE, Head of Partnerships and Programs (SANIR)

Recent unrest in KuGompo, Buffalo City began as a protest but quickly escalated into violence, including the destruction of property and the targeted looting of businesses, particularly those owned by foreign nationals. Reports indicate assaults, intimidation, and the displacement of migrants, reflecting a recurring pattern of xenophobic violence in South…

1 Apr 12 min

In Conversation With Tiego Khoza Political analyst

At the centre of the dispute is a multi-billion rand wage deal between the City of Johannesburg and municipal workers, often referred to as the Politically Facilitated Agreement. The agreement, valued at over R10 billion, has raised serious concerns about affordability in a city already struggling with service delivery challenges…

31 Mar 13 min

In Conversation With Doer Hlengani Khosa, UAT Limpopo Provincial Secretary

The United Africans Transformation Persons with Disabilities Front is set to host a wheelchair distribution initiative in Limpopo, aimed at improving mobility and restoring dignity for persons living with disabilities. The initiative will take place in Ga-Mathabatha in the Capricorn District and forms part of broader efforts by the organisation…

31 Mar 14 min

In Conversation With Lindokuhle Yende from the Lindokuhle Mfana Foundation

The National Youth Unemployment Movement has strongly criticised the upcoming fuel price increase set to take effect on 1 April 2026, warning that it will disproportionately affect young people and low-income households. South Africa is already grappling with a severe youth unemployment crisis, with rates remaining among the highest globally…

31 Mar 9 min

In Conversation With Cllr Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku- DA Johannesburg Caucus Leader

The Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg has raised concerns over what it describes as a growing imbalance between municipal spending on employee salaries and the delivery of basic services in the city. According to the party, senior executives within municipal entities—including CEOs and managing directors—are receiving high salaries and performance bonuses,…

31 Mar 13 min

In Conversation With Nthabeleng Molefe- Provincial Secretary (POPCRU KZN)

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) in KwaZulu-Natal has welcomed the reappointment of Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service in the province. His return to the role comes at a critical time, as KwaZulu-Natal continues to face persistently high levels of…

30 Mar 11 min