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HOT 1027 NOT BREAKING NEWS

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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797 Episodes
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Getting Delmas ready for Ferrari Track Day

We're carrying out our final sound checks ahead of our First ever Ferrari Track day in Delmas. As the official radio station to the Ferrari Club of South Africa , we'll be hosting Hot1027 listeners at Red Star Raceway tomorrow , where guests will be able to buy a R100…
23 Jun 2023 1 min

"I want to see more women behind the wheel" : Countdown to Ferrari Track Day

More than 50 Ferraris are being buffed and polished ahead of track day in Delmas. The Ferrari Owners club of SA will be hosting the public at Red Star Raceway this Saturday morning, for an unforgettable day of “petrol-head heaven”. And as the official radio station to the club, HOT1027…
22 Jun 2023 1 min

The Ferraris are gearing up for Track Day

Over 50 Ferraris will be converging on Delmas this weekend for a one of a kind track day. The oldest recognised Ferrari club in the world will be hosting the public at Red Star Raceway from 8am on Saturday – and as the club’s official radio station, HOT1027 will be…
19 Jun 2023 1 min

"It's loud!" : Hot Cares gives the gift of hearing

Two special needs children have been given the gift of hearing this youth day , thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners. Shaylee and Kwanele attend the Muriel Brand school in Brakpan where they receive specialised lessons from dedicated and caring teachers. But neither of them were suitable candidates for…
16 Jun 2023 2 min

Warming up for the Youth Day concert

Almost a hundred girls and young women will be showcasing their musical talent at the Lyric theatre this Youth Day. The “Sing in Harmonie” National Girl’s Choir is made up of pupils from grade 2 all the way up to matric The concert starts at noon tomorrow and tickets are…
15 Jun 2023 1 min

The Ferrari Owners Club : Now Powered by HOT1027

The HOT1027 family just got a bit bigger ... and a lot faster. We’ve become the official radio station to the Ferrari owners club of South Africa, which is the world’s oldest club recognised by Ferrari. HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look…
14 Jun 2023 1 min

Hot Cares lightens the load on Jed's single mum

A single mother will be getting some much needed help to care for her disabled child thanks to Hot Cares and C.E Mobility. Jedidiah was born with a condition called hydrocephalus almost 3 years ago. He’s also blind which makes it harder for his Mum to communicate with him. HOT1027’s…
12 Jun 2023 1 min

Paying tribute to Mark at the Pilgrimage Party

Mark Pilgrim’s loved ones and fans have left their loving memories on a massive wall of remembrance for the man who formed the soundtrack to so many of our lives. Hundreds of revellers packed the sound Room on Saturday night for the “Pilgrimage party" to honour Mark’s life and legacy…
11 Jun 2023 2 min

"Geordies on Bikes" head to Glastonbury

Two friends in their 60’s who are cycling from the bottom of England to the top of Scotland are on track to reach Glastonbury by this afternoon. Stewart Romanis and Steven Bolton set off on the adventure last week , as they try to raise money for hospice and dementia…
8 Jun 2023 1 min

"Madiba would have been proud" : Jeppe Girls host the "Local is Lekker" roadshow

Girls from Jeppe High say hosting the Joburg leg of the “Local Blankets is Lekker tour” at their school was an honour that would have made former president Nelson Mandela proud. Pupils, parents ,knitwits , community members and HOT1027 converged on the school on Saturday where thousands of carefully knitted…
5 Jun 2023 1 min

The "Local Blankets is Lekker" roadshow heads for Joburg 💗

With temperatures dipping across the country, The “Local Blankets is Lekker” Roadshow will converge on Joburg tomorrow to spread some much needed warmth and comfort. Knitwits, pupils, community members and HOT1027 will be at Jeppe High School for Girls , where hundreds of blankets will be handed over for distribution…
2 Jun 2023 1 min

SA's Musa Motha : Dancing his way to the first group golden buzzer

South African dancer Musa Motha has told HOT1027 he’s still trying to wrap his head and his heart around his whirlwind performance on Britain’s got Talent. Over the weekend Musa wowed the audience and judges with his moving dance to such an extent that he got the first group golden…
1 Jun 2023 2 min

From Edenvale to the Isle of Man TT

Edenvale resident AJ Venter is gearing up to take on this year’s Isle of Mann T.T which is considered one of the most dangerous races in the world. Every May and June, the tiny country between England and Ireland, turns into a motorcycle nirvana as the world's greatest road racers…
26 May 2023 2 min

"Thrive" at the Kingsmead College Book Fair

Using her own struggles with weight management, South African author Nicci Robertson is trying to guide girls and women in particular away from the dangerous culture of deprivation that’s so pervasive in our country. Her book “Thrive” is packed with healthy recipes that break the conventional diet rules and its…
26 May 2023 2 min

"Dance Me to the End of Love" at the Lyric Theatre

Organisers of a one of a kind rock 'n roll variety show are doing their final soundchecks before the 20-piece symphony orchestra gets on stage tomorrow night. The production called “Dance me to the end of love” will ignite the Lyric theatre at Gold Reef City for a “one night…
25 May 2023 2 min

Mpumi's adventures at the Kingsmead College Book Fair

Using child friendly spaces in Johannesburg as the setting for her children’s stories, South African author Lebohang Masango is captivating the imaginations of youngsters, one book at a time. Her “Mpumi series” will be among the many offerings at this weekend’s Kingsmead College book Fair in partnership with HOT1027. Tara…
25 May 2023 1 min

"Celebrations" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

Drawing on her decades of experience in the kitchen , South African cook Jan Kohler is sharing her family recipes in her new offering called “Celebrations”. It’s just one of the Cookbooks that will be featured at this Saturday’s Kingsmead Book Fair in partnership with HOT1027. Tara Penny caught up…
25 May 2023 1 min
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