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Not every story worth telling is breaking news.

At HOT1027 News, we look beyond the headlines to find the people, moments and ideas that deserve to be heard. From extraordinary South Africans changing lives in their own communities to remarkable journeys, inspiring breakthroughs, forgotten history and fascinating conversations, we tell the stories that often slip beneath the news cycle.

Our team believes journalism should do more than inform. It should inspire, challenge, connect and occasionally restore your faith in humanity.

These are the stories that make us laugh, think, wonder and hope. They're the stories that remind us that ordinary people are capable of extraordinary things.

Because sometimes, the stories that matter most... are Not Breaking News.
Weekly English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary
1,010 Episodes
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The rich history behind the Witkoppen Clinic

If you’ve driven down Winnie Mandela Drive in Fourways, you might have passed a medical landmark without even realising it. The Witkoppen clinic" boasts a rich history of triumph during apartheid, with our very own "Florence Nightingale" at it's centre. HOT1027’s Al Prodgers has the story…
18 Aug 2025 1 min

Lord of the Dance: A thunderous standing ovation on opening night

The cast of Lord of the Dance say bringing the iconic show to South Africa is a dream come true. They earned a thunderous standing ovation on opening night in Cape Town — where audiences were swept up in a dazzling Irish dance spectacular. HOT1027’s Tara Penny was there…
15 Aug 2025 2 min

Women Under Pressure: Chasing the new thin

As South Africa marks Women’s Month, experts are warning of a growing "well-being" crisis. According to the World Health Organisation, up to 84% of females say, they're unhappy with their bodies. Now, the rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, combined with the relentless influence of social media is adding new…
13 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 6: Saving tiny lives. The big impact of donor milk

"Exclusive breastfeeding" rates in South Africa have dropped to just 22% — well below global targets — and a growing concern as child malnutrition rises. But in neonatal wards across Gauteng, donor milk banks are helping bridge the gap — collecting and distributing breast milk to feed the tiniest and…
8 Aug 2025 2 min

An all-female racing showdown for Women's Day

In a first for motorsport on the continent , Zwartkops Raceway will be hosting an all-female showdown for Women's Day tomorrow. The unique event is putting women front and centre — celebrating the trailblazers, pit-lane pros, and the female drivers who keep the wheels turning in South African motorsport. HOT1027's…
8 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 5: Breastfeeding on the clock. The working mom's dilemma

As we mark Breastfeeding Awareness Week, we’re looking at the challenges many moms face when they return to work — and how pressure, poor support, and ignored workplace protections, often make breastfeeding harder than it should be. When it comes to breastfeeding and work — healthcare experts say what moms…
7 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 4: Empowered to breastfeed. The right support matters

Breastfeeding is often seen as instinctive — but for many moms, the real surprise is how overwhelming it can feel once baby arrives. It's Breastfeeding Awareness Week, and HOT 1027’s Natasha Thorp looks at how better preparation and the right kind of support can change everything, and why moms shouldn’t…
6 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 3: Beyond the bottle. Bonding in any form

Feeding your baby is one of the most personal — and pressured — parts of becoming a parent and when breastfeeding doesn’t go to plan, many moms are left feeling like they’ve failed. It's world Breastfeeding Awareness Week and HOT 1027’s Natasha Thorp, speaks to a child development expert who…
5 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 2: We all have different stories to tell

It's World Breastfeeding Awareness Week and for many, this important part of motherhood isn't always as simple as it seems. From pain, to medical issues, or lack of support, South African mothers are opening up about their feeding journeys — and they say the first step to helping any mom…
4 Aug 2025 2 min

The Letdown: Episode 1: Breastfeeding, it’s not as simple as it sounds

It's "World Breastfeeding Awareness Week" — a time when we’re reminded of the many benefits breastfeeding offers: essential nutrition, bonding, and immune protection for babies. Here on HOT 1027, we're looking into the kind of support every mother needs, while hearing from experts, advocates, and moms who've shared their stories…
1 Aug 2025 2 min

"Adrenaline, Thrills & Horsepower" at the 2025 Ferrari Club Festival

More than 50 Ferraris were unleashed on Red Star Raceway - showing spectators and passengers exactly what they’re made of. The Ferrari Club Festival, powered by HOT102.7 and Tiger Wheel and Tyre drew massive crowds to Delmas today. HOT1027’s Tara Penny is there:
26 Jul 2025 1 min

The Children's Flight 2025 : More than a thousand children earned their wings

It was a rollercoaster of a day in Pretoria where over a thousand children boarded a flight for the first time – and earned their wings. Pilots from around the country generously volunteered their time for the 10th edition of the Children’s Flight at the Wonderboom airport, where boys and…
25 Jul 2025 2 min

"I Remember These Hallways": One Man’s Moving Return to St Mary’s

A man who used to visit his 5 sisters at St Mary’s Children’s Home says HOT1027’s major revamp of the 123 year old sanctuary has restored his faith in humanity. Over the course of 11 hours on Friday, the HOT1027 crew and our friends from Jet Ubunye installed a water…
21 Jul 2025 3 min

A major makeover at St Mary's Children's Home for Mandela Day

It's been a race against the clock, but the HOT 1027 team has managed to wrap up the mammoth revamp of St Mary’s Children’s Home in Rosettenville. The crew and our friends from Jet Ubunye started the Mandela Day project just before sunrise this morning – to make a meaningful…
18 Jul 2025 2 min

Celebrating World Chocolate Day: We salute the chocolate lovers!

It’s "World Chocolate Day" and while some celebrate with a square or two, others take it, a little more seriously. Turns out, South Africans have made "chocolate hoarding" a national pastime. HOT 1027's Natasha Thorp, dug deep, into pantries, drawers, and secret tins to find out just how far people…
7 Jul 2025 2 min

Sinatra, Elvis & the South African starlet who stole their hearts

The incredible story of a South African dancer who turned heads in Hollywood, broke off an engagement to Frank Sinatra, and caught the eye of Elvis Presley, has been brought to life in a new memoir. With the help of 640 letters, hundreds of articles, and input from family, Juliet…
4 Jul 2025 2 min
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