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Thousands of HOT1027 listeners celebrate 40 Years of Mango Groove

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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 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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