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Hot Cares Christmas : Helping Tayla Get Back On Her Feet

A young woman who survived a deadly car crash will finally be able to build up muscle strength , thanks to the generosity of Hot 1027 listeners. Tayla Ashford sustained serious brain injuries and had to learn to walk again after the accident 2 years ago that claimed the life…

2 Dec 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : Unlocking Joshie's Potential

A bright teenage boy will be getting the education he deserves at a school that teaches autistic pupils practical ways to communicate with everyone around them. Due to financial constraints , Joshua de Beer has been attending one lesson a week at the school , but he’d benefit significantly from…

2 Dec 2022 3 min

Hot Cares Christmas : An Overdue Family Reunion

A recently widowed mother will be reunited with her family here in Gauteng, just in time for Christmas. 72 year old Linette van der Lingen’s husband was killed in a car accident in June. She was also seriously injured in that crash and has been in and out of hospital…

1 Dec 2022 2 min

Hot Cares Christmas : A Bursary Waits For No Pandemic

A bright young student is back on course to finish her Microbiology PHD at the University of Pretoria, and its all thanks to generous Hot 1027 listeners. Semakaleng Munyai was awarded a 3 year bursary to obtain her doctorate , and she was making excellent progress. But then the pandemic…

1 Dec 2022 3 min

Hot Cares Christmas : "A Love Worth Seeing Through To The End"

A Gauteng pensioner who miraculously survived being shot while protecting his wife in a home invasion, is in for another miracle ... and this one’s just in time for Christmas. Johan de Bruyn was shot 3 times when robbers attacked his wife Wendy at the couple’s Kensington home a few…

30 Nov 2022 2 min

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