A deaf teenager is getting the hearing support he desperately needs, a young kidney patient can now move forward with life-saving surgery, and hundreds of children will be walking into school with brand-new shoes — all thanks to the incredible generosity of HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another rewarding week here at HOT1027 making a meaningful difference to the tune of R180 000.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more...

Ahead of Valentine's Day, HOT 1027 News is celebrating a little old-school love - the kind that literally lasts a lifetime.

We sat down with a Johannesburg couple preparing to mark an incredible milestone - their 70th wedding anniversary.

HOT1027's Mathapelo Moloi has the story...

HOT1027 is helping lead radio’s next big leap — and it’s happening right here in Johannesburg.

On World Radio Day, HOT1027 has officially joined South Africa’s first-ever "Digital Radio Mondiale" — or DRM FM trial - becoming one of the pioneers testing what could be the future of broadcasting.

HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

Today marks the 52nd birthday of one of Britain’s most successful - and complicated - pop stars, Robbie Williams.

Williams now holds the record for the most number-one albums by a solo artist in UK chart history.

But behind the bravado of a showman is a story of insecurity, addiction, and perspective.

HOT1027’s Natasha Thorp takes a look...

It’s one of Joburg’s toughest races — a brutal 21-kilometre test of endurance, grit and sheer will.

This weekend’s Pirates 21K – powered by Medshield will send thousands of runners up Northcliff Hill.

But for one man, ONCE just isn’t enough.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…

Joburg runners are getting ready to test their legs – and their lungs – at one of the city’s toughest and most loved races this weekend.

The Pirates 21K – powered by Medshield is back, bigger than ever, promising brutal hills, unbeatable views and a one-of-a-kind party at the top.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look…

Today is Internet Safety Day, when South Africa and the world tries to promote safer and smarter online use.

Here in our country the stats show that about 43% of children have been exposed to violent or inappropriate content online and nearly a quarter of teens report being targeted by cyberbullies.

It's a stark reminder that smart tech and safe choices matter now more than ever.

HOT1027's Gareth Edwards takes a look...

A powerful new student production is on stage in Joburg this week— asking tough questions about masculinity, identity, and the emotional baggage men are taught to carry.

"The 8th Bag" was created by young performers from Wits - who’ve turned a class assignment into a deeply personal production - that will be on stage at the Joburg Theatre for 4 shows this week.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with the students...

Today would have been Bob Marley's 81st birthday.

The reggae legend's music, carried messages of peace, resistance and change around the world.

But behind Marley's unmistakable voice and global success was a far more complex man.

HOT1027’s Natasha Thorp takes a look ...

A five-year-old boy fighting cancer is getting the nutrition he needs to keep going, flood-hit anti-poaching dogs in the Kruger are back on the frontline and a mother caring for her disabled son is getting support... all thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another rewarding week - making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares here on HOT1027 - to the tune of R384 000.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more...