1+ hour, 33+ min ago  (292+ words) This Mandela Day, HOT1027 and HOT Cares will be dedicating our efforts to one of Johannesburg’s most remarkable organisations — a place that has been quietly changing lives for more than a century. The Frida Hartley Women’s Shelter in Yeoville was founded…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (549+ words) For many families, addiction is something that happens “somewhere else” — to other people, in other communities. But experts working on the frontline of South Africa’s substance abuse crisis say the reality is very different. In this latest HOT 1027 News special…...

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (295+ words) A Johannesburg ultra-runner is preparing to push his body and mind to the limit — by running the Comrades Marathon twice. Donovan Shirley from the Pirates Running Club is taking on what he calls the “Get Back Up” challenge — a 185 kilometre…...

4+ mon, 55+ min ago  (181+ words) When you hear the word shebeen, chances are you picture a lively township tavern — somewhere filled with music, laughter, affordable drinks and the unmistakable buzz of community. For generations, shebeens have played an important role in South Africa’s social life....