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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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The "Chair-ished" project gets a lifeline for Hot Cares Christmas

An organisation that provides life-changing buggies to severely disabled children in rural areas is getting help with it's December initiative - thanks to HOT1027 listeners. The "Chair-ished Children's project" is the flagship programme of The Boikanyo - Dion Herson Foundation". This one-of-a-kind organisation focuses on distributing specialised buggies to impoverished…
2 Dec 2024 3 min

Manie gets the gift of sight this Hot Cares Christmas

A 51--old Blairgowrie man has been given the gift of sight, thanks to the generosity of Hot1027 listeners. Manie Hendricks is a programmer at the Justice Department in Pretoria and – with just 5 % vision – he relies on magnifying technology to do his job. But Hot Cares, here…
2 Dec 2024 3 min

HOT1027's Radio Academy trainees are graduating

Trainees who’ve completed our HOT1027 Radio Academy course say they’ll never listen to the radio the same way again. Over 8 weeks HOT1027 presenters – and other industry experts - gave around 80 women and men a front row seat to the exciting world of radio... free of charge. This…
16 Nov 2024 2 min

HOT1027 supporters raise an incredible R27.5 million for Hot Cares!

Having raised a jaw-dropping R27 565 000 for Hot Cares, we’re giving every donor the assurance that every cent will be spent making a meaningful difference to the lives of those around us. Over 12 and a half hours on Friday 1 November, we surpassed our target at our annual…
4 Nov 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 58: "Hold onto hope"

Having spent an entire month focusing on mental health in our country, ''Hope'' remains the one overarching theme that continues to come up time and time again. For the past 31 days, we've roped in the experts and brave South Africans to help us shine the spotlight on mental health…
31 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 57: "A return to the dinner table"

As we look at ways to improve our mental health, experts say we should never underestimate the power of being present – and the benefits of genuinely connecting with others. Having spent the past 31 days looking at mental health here in South Africa, healthcare providers say simple changes –…
31 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 56: "Having support makes all the difference"

South Africans who've made it out of dark mental heath situations say the genuine concern and kindness of a loved one – or a support group - makes all the difference when it comes to recovery. As we wrap up our special month-long series on mental health today, we're looking…
31 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 55: "Getting back to basics can do wonders for mental health"

While some of us might need professional intervention when it comes to our mental health, experts say getting back to basics' can do wonders for day-to-day maintenance. Having spent October examining mental health here in our country, healthcare providers are reminding us of the need to "Get back to basics"…
30 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 54: "Making the decision to get better is the first step"

Recovering addicts say making the decision to get better is the first step towards healing. This October we've looked at mental health and the battles many are waging - but most importantly - we've examined the life changing help that’s available to those who reach out. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has…
30 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 53: "More loved ones are coming forward"

Healthcare providers say they've noticed that more family members are reaching out to try and get help for a loved one whose grappling with their mental health. As part of our special mental health feature, we've spent October highlighting the resources available to anyone whose feeling stressed, depressed or overwhelmed…
29 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 52: "The TikTok ticks"

Healthcare providers have noticed an increase in youngsters trying to ''fake'' the symptoms of mental health conditions. As we near the end of our month long mental health series, we've roped in experts to help us warn parents about worrying online trends. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has more… Anyone wanting to…
28 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 50 : "There's still too much fear"

As we examine the state of mental health here in South Africa, Experts say..there’s still far too much fear, guilt and embarrassment around asking for help. This month, we're focusing on how we can better look after ourselves.. and our loved ones. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
27 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 49: Abusing prescription meds is risky business

Experts are warning many people are taking risks with their mental health by abusing their prescription medication. This October we’re examining what people are doing to cope and more importantly where they can get help. Hot1027’S Tara Penny has more.. Anyone wanting to reach out for help can contact SADAG's…
27 Oct 2024 2 min

Derailed: Episode 48: "A ticking dagga timebomb"

The availability of dagga products in South Africa is setting off major alarm bells in the medical fraternity. As we put mental health under the microscope this October, we're looking at some of the substances that are being abused - like dagga. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has more…
25 Oct 2024 2 min
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