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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.
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Childhood Matters: Episode 13: "We have perpetrators training other perpetrators"

As law enforcement ramps up its fight against online child abuse, predators are getting smarter—and more dangerous. During our investigation this Child Protection Week, we've heard graphic details about how criminals are staying one step ahead - turning consumers of child abuse content into producers - and even spreading their…
3 Jun 2025 2 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 12: "Skipping the sex talk is dangerous"

This Child Protection Week, experts are sounding the alarm: if parents aren’t talking to their kids about sex, someone else is—and it’s often the wrong someone. From online predators to playground gossip, children are learning about sex from all the wrong places. And by the time most parents decide to…
3 Jun 2025 2 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 11: Most child deaths are preventable

Researchers and healthcare workers are warning a staggering number of child deaths here in South Africa over the past 10 years could have been prevented. As part of our investigation this "Child Protection Week", we've roped in the healthcare workers at the coalface of emergencies involving children between the ages…
3 Jun 2025 1 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 10: Raising children in a digital world

It’s Child Protection Week here in South Africa and in today’s world, there are multiple threats that face our children, and these aren’t just physical. From "AI-deep-fakes", to online predators, children are at risk in ways many parents can’t even see. HOT 1027's Natasha Thorp looks at what it takes…
2 Jun 2025 2 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 9: A last resort for desperate mothers

An organisation that rescues abandoned babies here in Joburg is getting a much-needed boost this Child Protection week – thanks to Hot 1027 listeners. 25 years ago, “Door of Hope” installed the world’s first modern day “Baby Saver” at the Berea Baptist Church. Since then, almost 2,000 babies have been…
2 Jun 2025 2 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 7: When "gaming" is no longer about the game

As part of our focus this Child Protection Week, an innocent past-time for children can hide dangers you might not even know about. Bullying, stalking and intimidation in online gaming are becoming more frequent, putting the most vulnerable in harm’s way. So, we're asking , what happens when it stops…
30 May 2025 2 min

Childhood Matters: Episode 3: Support for the Teddybear Foundation

A lifeline for traumatised children is getting a much-needed boost—thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners. This Child Protection Week, we’re spotlighting organisations doing the hard work on the ground—starting with The Teddy Bear Foundation in Parktown. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more …
29 May 2025 3 min

HOT1027 mourns the death of Darren Scott

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…
27 May 2025 3 min

Uncle Jim is celebrating his 105th birthday 😎

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…
26 May 2025 2 min

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

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…
23 May 2025 2 min

"The Lucky Ones" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

"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…
23 May 2025 2 min

"Great Johannesburg" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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…
22 May 2025 2 min
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