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The National Youth Unemployment Movement (NYUM) notes the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics, which indicate that the number of employed persons decreased from 10.439 million in March 2026 to 10.425 million in June 2026 — a decline of approximately 14,000 employed persons. While the numerical decline may appear modest, every job lost represents an individual whose income, livelihood and econom...

Now we’re joined by Wits Activate Treasurer Jonathan Gasarasi and Deputy Chairperson Nomvuselelo Phoswa. They’re here to tell us more about what Wits Activate is, the work they do within the Wits community, and what they have coming up. Jonathan and Nomvuselelo, welcome to That Lunch Show! Instagram · Twitter

Second-year Wits Theatre and Performance student with training in acting, voice, physical theatre, devised theatre and singing, plus earlier dance/gymnastics training. Submitted debut claim: professional musical-theatre debut. Best PR angles: young Wits performer; favourite-musical dream; movement and music; Dynamites as strength, sisterhood and powerhouse vocals. Twitter · Instagram

Mzamo J. Mkhatshwa is a South African actor, director, poet and creative entrepreneur from Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, now based in Johannesburg. A graduate of The Market Theatre Laboratory, he developed a strong appreciation for theatre as a powerful space for storytelling, social reflection and human connection. His acting credits include Isitha: The Enemy Seasons 3 and 4, Skeem Saam, Showmax’s Soft...

Tonight on Breaking Ground, we are joined by Dr Naledi Pandor, a distinguished South African leader whose career has taken her from education and academia to Parliament, Cabinet and senior public leadership. Dr Pandor served as a Member of Parliament for 30 years and held several Cabinet portfolios, including Education, Science and Technology, Higher Education and Training, and International Relat...

Nomawonga Khumalo is an award-winning South African writer, director and producer whose work explores identity, heritage and memory across contemporary and historical African contexts. As Co-Founder and CEO of Grapefruit Gardens, she is focused on creating opportunities for African storytellers to move beyond simply creating content and towards building sustainable careers around their work. Her c...

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. Instagram · Twitter

A security officer who allegedly guarded the National Prosecuting Authority’s offices in Durban has been arrested after reportedly being linked through DNA evidence to a series of rapes committed between 2014 and 2025. The suspect allegedly targeted women in and around Durban and Pietermaritzburg, including allegedly following women home from taverns and breaking into the homes of women living alo...

The Gauteng Legislature’s Pollution Summit has highlighted major challenges affecting the province’s ability to monitor, manage and reduce air pollution. Key concerns include inadequate funding, staff shortages, ageing and faulty monitoring infrastructure, power and maintenance problems, and weak environmental enforcement. The Gauteng Department of Health says poor air quality can contribute to re...

Joining us on the show today is a young woman who has recently reached an incredible milestone. After months of rigorous training, discipline, and determination, Katleho Maduna has officially graduated from Joint Basic Military Training. From overcoming challenges to developing resilience and leadership skills, her journey is one of commitment and perseverance. Today, she’ll be sharing her experie...

VOW Breakfast airs from Monday to Friday. The show covers a variety of issues from youth development, unemployment, entertainment news, trending topics, and music. It sets the tone for the day with a news update. If you are looking for a recap of what happened during the weekday and what will take place in the new week, then this show is for you. Twitter · Instagram

VOW Breakfast airs from Monday to Friday. The show covers a variety of issues from youth development, unemployment, entertainment news, trending topics, and music. It sets the tone for the day with a news update. If you are looking for a recap of what happened during the weekday and what will take place in the new week, then this show is for you. Twitter · Instagram

VOW Breakfast airs from Monday to Friday. The show covers a variety of issues from youth development, unemployment, entertainment news, trending topics, and music. It sets the tone for the day with a news update. If you are looking for a recap of what happened during the weekday and what will take place in the new week, then this show is for you. Twitter · Instagram

We are five weeks away from officially electing Johannesburg’s next mayor in the 2026 Local Government Elections, a race filled with uncertainty and growing expectations for a new dawn in South Africa’s most important city. Vuyolwethu (Vuyo) Zungula has been selected to contest the Johannesburg mayoral position under the African Transformation Movement. Zungula was a founding member of the party,...

The Constitutional Court has declared the Public Procurement Act unconstitutional and invalid, finding that Parliament failed to fulfil its constitutional obligation to facilitate reasonable public participation in the law-making process. AmaBhungane was directly involved in the litigation as a second applicant in the Constitutional Court case, after intervening in the challenge brought by the Wes...

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

That Lunch Show is one of VOW 88.1's Award Winning shows. The show is about inspiring, informing and empowering listeners with hard-hitting topics. It tackles unemployment, current affairs, health, cultural, technology, and entertainment news. The aim is to keep the listeners informed and entertained. The show airs weekdays at 12:00-15:00. Instagram · Twitter

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced that it will report the Gauteng government's e-Panic Button data breach to the Information Regulator of South Africa, citing concerns that the incident may constitute a violation of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). According to the DA, sensitive information belonging to Gauteng residents who used the provincial government's crime-report...

Diabetes is often perceived as a condition that primarily affects older adults, yet the disease is becoming an increasingly urgent public health concern across all age groups, including young people and students. University students and young professionals often face unique health challenges such as poor eating habits, high stress levels, limited physical activity and irregular sleep patterns, all...

South Africa's mining industry remains one of the country's most significant economic sectors, contributing to job creation, industrial development and export earnings. While mining has traditionally been dominated by large corporations and male leadership, there has been increasing emphasis on transformation, inclusivity and the participation of black-owned and women-owned enterprises within the...

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In conversation with Hendrick Makaneta an educational activist , as South Africans prepare for the 2027 academic year, both school learners and prospective tertiary students are facing an increasingly competitive education landscape. Gauteng has seen hundreds of thousands of Grade 1 and Grade 8 applications, while NSFAS has opened its 2027 funding window, with applications closing on 31 October 20...

HENDRIK MARAIS: THE SOUTH AFRICAN AUTHOR REDEFINING THE CARNIVORE LIFESTYLE Hendrik Marais is a South African entrepreneur, sports enthusiast and former practising criminal defence attorney who has turned his personal health journey into a platform that has reached tens of thousands of people. In 2017, he founded the Keto Lifestyle® brand after using ketogenic eating, intermittent fasting and prac...

Joining us is Khanyisa, an author, podcaster and legacy coach. Her work explores the journey of understanding who we are, navigating expectations, leading with emotional intelligence, finding purpose in our ambitions and building a legacy that is meaningful and authentic. Instagram · Twitter