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From the top of K2 to the dusty trails left behind by Heritage series Land Rovers across Africa, the Hot1027 news team is hard at work unearthing the gems among us who are colouring outside the lines and beating the odds. We have a knack for finding the everyday heroes who are making a difference and cutting through red tape... These outstanding stories rarely get the attention they deserve because they"re not considered "Breaking News". That"s why we"re "Not Breaking News".

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1:57

Childhood Matters: Episode 1 : "An involved parent is...

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2025/05/29

We're marking Child Protection Week — and with children being the most vulnerable in our society, the HOT1027 News team is out across Gauteng asking where we’re falling short… and how we can do better. Hot1027’S Tara Penny has more…

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3:02

HOT1027 mourns the death of Darren Scott

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2025/05/27

Hot1027's Darren Scott has died at the age of 61.He lost his battle with cancer early this morning and passed away peacefully in hospital. Hot1027's Tara Penny has more… YouTube link

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2:34

Uncle Jim is celebrating his 105th birthday 😎

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2025/05/26

One of Joburg’s oldest residents is celebrating his 105th birthday this morning. Ernest James Martin — or “ Uncle Jim” - as everyone affectionately calls him – is marking the extraordinary milestone today surrounded by loved ones. HOT1027’s Tara Penny visited him at his retirement home…

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2:22

"What’s Wrong With June?" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/23

In the age of social media , it’s easy to compare your life to everyone else’s highlight reel—and wonder if you’re falling behind. That’s the feeling South African author...Qarnita Loxton captures in her new novel - "What’s Wrong With June?" - which will be featured at the Kingsmead Book Fair. HOT 1027’s Natasha Thorp takes a look...

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2:40

Hot Cares Weekly Roundup : The gift of sight,...

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2025/05/23

A young girl will soon be able to see, a determined single mum is kick-starting her career and a beloved church will be able to repair it's roof - thanks to HOT1027 listeners. It's been another week making a meaningful difference here on HOT1027 with Hot Cares to the tune of R207 000. HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

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2:24

"The Lucky Ones" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/23

"The Lucky Ones" - a new short story collection by South African writer Alistair Mackay is full of stories that make you feel seen, and maybe even a little more hopeful. It's one of the books being featured at this year's Kingsmead Book Fair. HOT 1027's Natasha Thorp has more...

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2:32

"Great Johannesburg" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/22

With all the problems in Johannesburg, you could almost write a book. And that is exactly what Nickolaus Bauer did. The journalist, and now author of ''Great Johannesburg'' is being featured at the Kingsmead Book Fair - in partnership with Hot 1027. HOT 1027's Gareth Edwards has more...

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1:57

“Matriarchs, Meze and the Evil Eye” at the Kingsmead...

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2025/05/22

Author Costa Ayotis says growing up in a home with not one but THREE matriarchs was the perfect recipe for his latest book. His humorous coming of age memoir called “Matriarchs, Meze and the Evil Eye” is just one of the books on offer at this weekend’s Kingsmead Book Fair – powered by HOT1027. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up him…

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2:23

"The Paris Muse" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/20

She’s often remembered as Picasso’s “weeping woman", the muse behind many of Picasso’s famous works of art, but Dora Maar was more than that.We caught up with Louisa Treger, author of the historical novel, "The Paris Muse", which will be featured at this weekend's Kingsmead Book Fair. She says it's time for history to remember Dora as a trailblazer, and a ground-breaking photographer and artist in her own right. HOT 1027's Natasha Thorp takes a look...

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3:09

Hot Cares weekly roundup : Independence for a matric,...

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2025/05/16

A determined young matric student is getting a life-changing electric wheelchair-- a brave little girl with special needs now has transport to therapy - and a young woman is on her way to obtaining a degree - all thanks to the kindness of HOT1027 listeners.It's been another wonderful week making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares - here on Hot1027 to the tune of R386 000. HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look ...

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2:08

"All Sorts of Junk Food Made Healthy" at the...

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2025/05/16

Cookbook author Chantal Lascaris says you don’t have to give up your favourite comfort foods to eat healthily – it just takes a few clever swaps. Her latest book, "All Sorts of Junk Food Made Healthy", is all about finding creative ways to enjoy the treats you love, without the guilt. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with her ahead of this month’s Kingsmead Book Fair, where Chantal will be giving a live cooking demonstration....

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2:25

"The Map of Bones" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/15

Author Kate Mosse has told HOT1027 News that writing "The Map of Bones"— the final chapter in her Joubert Family Chronicles — was an emotional homecoming.Set across France, Amsterdam, the Canary Islands, and ultimately here in South Africa, the sweeping historical series follows a generations-long feud between two families, rooted in the French Wars of Religion. Her latest novel — and the closing chapter — will be featured at this month’s Kingsmead Book Fair. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with

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2:46

"Killer Stories" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/14

Author and podcaster Nicole Engelbrecht says South Africa has a surprisingly strong track record when it comes to catching serial killers.Her latest book, co-authored with Dr. Brin Hodgskiss, is called "Killer Stories: Conversations with South African Serial Killers" and it will be featured at this month’s Kingsmead Book Fair. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with her to find out more...

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2:38

"Spud: The Reunion" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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2025/05/13

Author John van de Ruit says writing the fifth instalment of "Spud" was no easy task — especially when it came to staying true to the voice of the diary-keeping misfit."Spud: The Reunion" is one of the standout titles at this year’s Kingsmead Book Fair, and it pulls readers back to the early 2000s — the Mbeki era, and cellphones that only made calls. But this time, Spud is 28, deep in a “third-life crisis” and dreading his ten-year school reunion. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with John ahead

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2:22

Hot Cares Weekly Round up: fees to finish, dignity...

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2025/05/02

A determined student is closer to her dream, hundreds of elderly residents have received dignity packs and a safe haven for child abuse survivors is now more secure — all thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners.It’s been another impactful week - with Hot Cares here on HOT1027 — delivering hope, healing and support to the value of R131 000. HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

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2:34

Government faces legal action over the ban on safe...

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2025/05/02

A life-saving device that’s helped hundreds of desperate mothers safely surrender their babies here in South Africa is now at the centre of a courtroom battle.This morning, “Baby Savers South Africa” heads to the Pretoria High Court — fighting to keep baby saver boxes legal. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has the story…

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0:57

Hill's Hot News - 24 April 2025

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2025/04/24

From the top of K2 to the dusty trails left behind by Heritage series Land Rovers across Africa, the Hot1027 news team is hard at work unearthing the gems among us who are colouring outside the lines and beating the odds. We have a knack for finding the everyday heroes who are making a difference and cutting through red tape... These outstanding stories rarely get the attention they deserve because they're not considered "Breaking News". That's why we're "Not Breaking News".

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2:48

A new life in Africa for Mannie the Lion

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2025/04/23

A 7 -year-old lion has arrived safely in Limpopo — after being rescued from a theme park in Europe — and thanks to HOT1027 listeners, he’s finally getting the life he deserves.Mannie the lion arrived at OR Tambo International airport overnight after being flown in from the Netherlands. The HOT1027 crew was there to track every step of his journey to his new home in the Waterberg. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more… Hot Cares website link

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3:13

Hot Cares Weekly Roundup: Resources for the N3...

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2025/04/18

The volunteer rescue team along the notorious N3 highway now have more resources , an NGO will be able to feed a hundred more children over the next year, and a home can take better care for it's vulnerable residents - thanks to HOT1027 listeners.. It's been another memorable week - making a meaningful difference here at HOT 1027 with Hot Cares - to the tune of R288 000. HOT1027's Tara Penny has more...

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2:26

The Annapurna Ascent: Episode 15: HOT1027 helps...

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2025/04/16

Adventurer Warren Eva has thanked HOT1027 listeners for their support and for helping him make a real difference now that he's safely back home in Benoni.Warren made history last week as the first South African to summit Annapurna - one of the most dangerous mountains on Earth - and he used the climb to raise funds for vulnerable children right here at home. HOT1027's Tara Penny has been tracking the expedition from the very start ...

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