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Hot Cares Christmas : Dennis Can Breathe A Bit Easier Now

An emphysemic man whose been unable to use his oxygen machine during the constant bouts of loadshedding will be breathing a little easier this Christmas, thanks to Hot1027 listeners. Debbie and Dennis Nel have been doing their best to cover their expenses on their meagre pensions , but there's no…

30 Nov 2022 1 min

Hot Cares Christmas : A Break From The Pain For Noku

Imagine being in a state of constant pain because the cost of an injection is just out of your reach? Well, that’s what a young woman here in Joburg has had to contend with for over a year, since she was injured on the job. But that’s all about to…

30 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 39 : "I Found Myself In Me"

Many Children who’ve been bullied at school here in South Africa are finding solace in sport, volunteer work and music. We’ve spent the month examining bullying from every possible angle and roping in the experts to advise us on what to do … We’ve also been providing a platform for…

30 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain: Episode 38 : Bullies CAN Be Prosecuted

The crisis of anonymity continues to provide fertile ground for bullies to attack people online. We’ve spent the month of November examining bullying from every possible angle to try and get practical advice from the experts on what we should be doing about it. Today, we’ve got the Digital Law…

29 Nov 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : "A Little Help For Deidre and Milan"

A Germiston mother caring for her 15 year old son with cerebral palsy will finally be able to take a load off… thanks to the kindness of Hot 1027 listeners. Milan’s physio nominated his mother Deidre for Hot Cares' Christmas. All she asked for was a hoist to help lift…

29 Nov 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : Stepping Up To The Parenting Plate

A woman who NEVER wanted children but stepped up to the plate to care for her 2-year-old niece and 15-year-old nephew has been given an early Christmas present and lifeline, thanks to Hot 1027 listeners. Claudia’s drug-addict sister has been in and out of rehab for about a decade now,…

29 Nov 2022 1 min

The Bully Chain: Episode 37 : "Block, Screenshots, Tell"

If you, or your children are being bullied online, there ARE a few things you can do to strengthen your case against the abuser. Many people jump the gun by hitting the report button which deletes key evidence. As part of our anti-bullying campaign this November, we roped in the…

29 Nov 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : Breathing Room For Sally & Jane

Two women who have spent the better part of the last two years on the streets of Benoni say they’re overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers who are helping them rebuild their lives. The pair were nominated by a Hot 1027 listener for Hot Care’s Christmas and this morning ,…

28 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 36 : A Soapie Star's Stand

7de Laan actress Ingrid Vraagom has told Hot 1027 news she was bullied by cruel strangers online, mainly about her postpartum appearance. After being subjected to vile and hateful comments the actress says she decided to stand up for herself in a very public way. Hot1027’s Tara Penny has more

28 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 35 : Emily Is Smiling Again

The mother of a Gauteng teenage girl who tried to take her own life after being bullied has told Hot1027 news she’s doing MUCH better now. Last week , we brought you the story of Emily , the 15 year old girl who took a copious amount of pills after…

25 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 34 : The Psychological Blame Game

Many among us are being psychologically and emotionally bullied, with serious consequences.. This month, we're taking a close look at bullying wherever its found.. Experts tell us there are five weapons in an emotional abuser's arsenal.. They are: 1. Intimidation 2. Accusing and Blaming 3. Isolation 4. Humiliation 5. Denial…

24 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain - Episode 33 - LISTEN To Your Children

School counsellors are calling on parents to keep open lines of communication with their children at all times , so they’re able to talk about bullying as soon as it starts happening. Often these counsellors become the first line of defence when a child is being mistreated at school or…

24 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 32 : There's An App For That

The anxiety and fear related to reporting bullying has given rise to technology aimed at helping a victim, while keeping their identity anonymous. Many among us are battling bullying in the school yard , in the workplace and even in the family… This November, Hot1027 news is trying to rope…

23 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain: Episode 31 : The Karate Kid

With no end to bullying on the horizon, some children are finding confidence and companionship by taking up martial arts . This month, Hot 1027 News is focusing on bullying wherever it’s found by looking at real-life experiences and how people have managed to get out of the cycle of…

22 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 30 : It Might Not Be All In Your Head

Many among us are being psychologically and emotionally bullied, with serious consequences. This month, we're taking a close look at bullying wherever its found, and the experts tell us there are five weapons in an emotional abuser's arsenal. They are intimidation, constant criticism, isolation, humiliation , and last but certainly…

21 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 29 : You Have Rights At Work

Do you even know what the procedure is for reporting bullying at your workplace? Many are walking around unaware of their rights , and the avenues available to lodge grievances when someone at work steps out of line. For the month of November, Hot1027 news is looking at bullying from…

21 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 28 : Parental Tug Of War

When it comes to one parent bullying another, sadly its the child that usually bears the brunt of the abuse. This November, Hot 1027 News is zooming in on bullying wherever it happens , and we're roping in the experts to guide us through what's happening in our schools, workplaces…

18 Nov 2022 2 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 27 : Fitting In Is Key

Parents are being warned not to underestimate the need for acceptance at all levels of schooling. This November, Hot 1027 news is examining bullying wherever its found , to try and understand why the abuse happens, and more importantly to give insight into what we can do about it. Hot…

18 Nov 2022 2 min

The "Softest" Iron Man in Fourways 😎

A Fourways Man is getting ready to do not just ONE, but TWO Iron Mans back-to-back to raise money for people with disabilities. Co-founder of the “Paige Project” Theo Bierman is putting his body on the line in the Cradle of Human Kind this morning .. as part of his…

17 Nov 2022 1 min

The Bully Chain : Episode 26 : I Couldn't Protect Her

The mother of a teenager who tried to take her own life says she’s racked with guilt over not being able to protect her daughter from schoolyard bullies. The 15 year old overdosed on pills on Saturday afternoon. She was rushed to a Gauteng hospital where a medical team managed…

17 Nov 2022 2 min