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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 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

“Matriarchs, Meze and the Evil Eye” at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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…
22 May 2025 1 min

"Future Trends" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

Whether it's business, personal or pleasure, we would all love to know what the next few years are going to look like. For more than 2 decades Dion Chang has been exploring the trends that shape our world - helping us understand how to take advantage of them. He's co-authored…
21 May 2025 2 min

"The Paris Muse" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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…
20 May 2025 2 min

"Being There" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

Former DA leader and political heavyweight Tony Leon is pulling back the curtain on some of the most pivotal moments in South African history with his latest book "Being There: Back Stories from the Political Front." The book - which will be featured at this month's Kingsmead Book Fair -…
19 May 2025 2 min

"All Sorts of Junk Food Made Healthy" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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…
16 May 2025 2 min

"The Map of Bones" at the Kingsmead Book Fair

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,…
15 May 2025 2 min
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