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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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Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 11: "Caregiver burnout is a real thing"

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming — emotionally, physically, and mentally. As cognitive decline progresses, patients often struggle to express their needs, follow instructions, or even recognise loved ones — which can lead to frustration, aggression, and ultimately caregiver burnout. So how do families know when…
25 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 9: "Sundowning"

September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month — and experts are urging families to understand one of the most challenging symptoms of dementia. It's called “sundowning”. It’s when patients become more agitated or confused as evening approaches. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
25 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 8 : Travelling this journey alone is dangerous"

September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month — and experts are urging families not to walk this journey alone. Dementia is one of the most difficult diagnoses a family can face, and social workers say support for caregivers is just as important as care for the patient. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
24 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 7: "Seeing the wood for the trees"

Dementia doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed – it turns life upside down for the whole family. This Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we’re looking at the stress, costs, and tough decisions that come with the condition – and how to plan for the unexpected. Hot 1027’s Gareth Edwards has more…
23 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 6: "Remember the person behind the diagnosis"

Dementia is one of the most difficult diseases for families to face — but experts say kindness, patience, and understanding can make all the difference. As part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, HOT1027 News is bringing you a special series on navigating dementia — with expert advice on how to support…
23 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 5: "Let them believe... what they believe"

Dementia is one of the toughest diseases for any family to face — but experts say kindness, patience, and understanding can make all the difference. It’s an umbrella term for conditions that affect memory, thinking, and behaviour — and Alzheimer’s is the most common form. Because September is Alzheimer’s Awareness…
23 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 4: "With care comes grief"

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be both heartbreaking and exhausting. This Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, doctors are urging South Africans to have the tough conversations about a condition that’s now one of the leading causes of disability in older people. Hot 1027’s Gareth Edwards spoke to a daughter-turned-caregiver,…
22 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 3: "We need to do much more"

Healthcare workers say South Africa is not doing nearly enough to support families navigating dementia — leaving many carers to cope with overwhelming stress, and in some cases exposing vulnerable older people to abuse. September is Alzheimer’s awareness month and we’re bringing in healthcare workers and families to help us…
22 Sep 2025 2 min

SA Rhino Horns Get a Safe Glow to Outsmart Smugglers

It’s World Rhino Day – and a groundbreaking South African project could be a game-changer in the fight against poaching. Scientists have found a way to make rhino horns lightly radioactive – not enough to harm the animal, but enough to scare off buyers and set off radiation detectors at…
22 Sep 2025 1 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 2: "Accurate diagnosis is crucial"

The 21st of September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Day— and experts say accurate diagnosis is crucial in treating the most common form of dementia. For the rest of this month, HOT1027 News is looking at dementia – which is the umbrella term for several diseases that affect memory, cognitive ability and…
21 Sep 2025 2 min

Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 1: "Dementia is chronic brain failure"

The 21st of September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Day – and doctors say it’s time to have tough but important conversations about dementia, which remains one of the leading causes of disability and dependency among older South Africans. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
21 Sep 2025 1 min

Hot Cares Weekly Round Up: Support for matrics, volunteers and animals

From helping animals in need, to honouring a fallen hero, giving a mom her confidence back, and making sure matric pupils have the fuel they need to tackle their exams – it's been another incredible week making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares , here on HOT1027, Thanks to the…
19 Sep 2025 2 min

Thousands of HOT1027 listeners celebrate 40 Years of Mango Groove

Mango Groove reminded thousands of HOT1027 listeners exactly why their music has stood the test of time. To mark their 40-year anniversary, the band performed to a massive crowd at the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens in Roodepoort – In partnership with Breakout Events and HOT1027. HOT1027’s Tara Penny was there…
15 Sep 2025 2 min

The lesser known anniversary of Joburg's history with "Satyagraha"

Today marks a little-known anniversary in Johannesburg’s history — one that went on to inspire peaceful resistance movements across the world. It all began on the corner of Commissioner and Ferreira Streets, where Joburg hosted the very first act of "Satyagraha". HOT1027's AL Prodgers reports…
11 Sep 2025 1 min

How Firemen Beat the Bookies in Joburg's early history

Turffontein may be known for its racecourse and century-old horse racing tradition...but it also holds a quirky piece of Joburg history. It involves firemen, tall gum trees, and a betting scam that gave them the perfect view of the action. HOT1027’s Al Prodgers has the story…
10 Sep 2025 1 min

The legend of the Witpoortjie waterfall treasure lives on

For more than a century, rumours have swirled about a hidden stash of Boer War gold buried near Krugersdorp. Some believe it still lies at the base of a waterfall in Witpoortjie. HOT1027’s Al Prodgers takes us back to where the legend began…
9 Sep 2025 1 min

Hot Cares Weekly Roundup: Peace of mind, safety & support

From children living with epilepsy to premature babies and their moms — and even a safe haven for women and children here in Gauteng — lives have been changed this week thanks to HOT1027 listeners. It’s been another powerful week with Hot Cares here on HOT1027, making a difference to…
5 Sep 2025 2 min

Joburg marks a major milestone : "97 years a city"

Johannesburg turns the spotlight on its own history this week — and it’s quite a story. Ninety-seven years ago today, the mining camp-turned-metropolis officially became a city. HOT1027’s Al Prodgers takes us back to where it all began…
5 Sep 2025 2 min

Soapie madness: The one with the hourglass

And finally... After our stroll down memory lane with "The Bold and the Beautiful", we've been inundated with messages from HOT1027 listeners adding their 'soapie madness' memories to the mix. If you thought Brooke marrying all the men in ONE family was wild, wait until you hear what we dug…
2 Sep 2025 2 min
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