https://hot1027.co.za/ Millions of South Africans are expected to vote in this month’s crucial elections. The 2024 polls are like no other in our country’s 30 years of democracy. For the first time, the outcome of these elections is not already known, and many analysts believe the ANC will lose its majority. Taxpayers are sceptical and service delivery failure is front of mind. For all you need to know about Elections 2024 – stay tuned to HOT1027 News. News en Wed, 08 May 2024 14:48:02 +0200 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:19:57 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 HOT 102.7FM no Daily feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p555/logo_8729_20250908_203843_1400.jpeg https://hot1027.co.za/ Millions of South Africans are expected to vote in this month’s crucial elections. HOT 102.7FM episodic HOT 102.7FM digital@hot1027.co.za false ZA https://iono.fm/e/1652653 https://iono.fm/e/1652653 For the first time, the outcome of these elections is not already known, and many analysts believe the ANC will lose its majority.
Taxpayers are sceptical and service delivery failure is front of mind.
For all you need to know about Elections 2024 – stay tuned to HOT1027 News. ]]> News Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:24:00 +0200 0 0 Monopoly turns 90 — and a world champion says the secret is simple: buy orange 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 3:17 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1445299 https://iono.fm/e/1445299
Millions of South Africans are getting ready to make their mark in crucial polls that could see the ANC lose it’s majority for the first time.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more… ]]> News Mon, 27 May 2024 06:10:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 32 : "An election like no other before" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:57 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1445290 https://iono.fm/e/1445290
Now, experts are urging government to move ahead with plans to let private operators run parts of SA's rail system after years of broken promises.

Hot 1027's Paul Ash has this special report.. ]]> News Fri, 24 May 2024 17:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 31 : Private operators can save SA's rail network 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:10 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444874 https://iono.fm/e/1444874
Every political party HOT1027 news spoke to is opposed to the NHI in it's current form.

They argue government must first prove it can get the basics right, before wading into the private sector. ]]> News Fri, 24 May 2024 13:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 30 : Parties outline their healthcare plans 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:45 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444810 https://iono.fm/e/1444810
South Africans will be voting in a few days time in crucial elections that will shape our future.

And it's a future that needs reliable electricity... ]]> News Fri, 24 May 2024 08:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 29 : Parties weigh in on the energy crisis 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:35 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444785 https://iono.fm/e/1444785
Defence experts are warning that years of underfunding and budget cuts have left the military and our country dangerously exposed.

Hot 1027’s Paul Ash has more … ]]> News Thu, 23 May 2024 18:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 28 : SANDF budget cuts have left SA exposed 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:29 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444405 https://iono.fm/e/1444405
“Rescuing our Republic” is one of the many books looking at our country and the need for all of us to actively participate in democracy.

The book will be featured at the Kingsmead Book Fair this weekend.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more ]]> News Thu, 23 May 2024 08:02:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 27 : Rescuing our Republic 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:11 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444399 https://iono.fm/e/1444399
From mass murders to political killings, hijackings to home invasions, the region has been plagued with a series of heinous crimes.

HOT102.7’s Myron Naicker has this special report from Durban… ]]> News Thu, 23 May 2024 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 26 : "The fear of KZN unrest is lurking in the background" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:13 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1444386 https://iono.fm/e/1444386
Millions of people will be voting in the 2024 general election on Wednesday 29 May, and high school pupils are holding out for good news for their futures..

HOT1027’s Tara Penny visited a few high schools in Joburg to find out how youngsters are feeling ahead of the polls... ]]> News Thu, 23 May 2024 07:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 25 : "You're putting OUR future on the line as well" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:16 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443955 https://iono.fm/e/1443955 News Wed, 22 May 2024 06:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 24 : Opposition parties weigh in on education 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:40 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443942 https://iono.fm/e/1443942
The tourism industry is hoping the political landscape - post the election - will lend itself to rebuilding, after a few challenging years.

HOT102.7's Myron Naicker takes a closer look... ]]> News Tue, 21 May 2024 17:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 23 : The Tourism Industry is hoping to bounce back 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:08 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443930 https://iono.fm/e/1443930
Government's hefty cabinet has come under fire for years now, with many warning our country cannot afford to fund the lavish lifestyles of ineffectual ministers and their deputies. ]]> News Tue, 21 May 2024 16:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 22 : Opposition parties promise to slim down SA's bloated cabinet 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:10 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443524 https://iono.fm/e/1443524 News Tue, 21 May 2024 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 21 : Opposition parties weigh in on SA's water problem 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:55 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443517 https://iono.fm/e/1443517 News Tue, 21 May 2024 07:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 20 : Opposition parties outline their climate change plans 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:47 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1443503 https://iono.fm/e/1443503
One of the books that will be featured at the Kingsmead Book Fair this weekend is “Tipping Point: Turmoil or Reform? South Africa’s Political Economy after 2024.

Editor at large at Business Day Hilary Joffe contributed to the book, by examining monetary policy and the importance of our Reserve Bank.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with her… ]]> News Tue, 21 May 2024 06:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 19 : "Foreign investors are arriving in droves" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:41 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442890 https://iono.fm/e/1442890
Last week it emerged our unemployment rate has risen to a depressing 32.9%. ]]> News Mon, 20 May 2024 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 18 : How the opposition would tackle unemployment 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:28 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442885 https://iono.fm/e/1442885
A book by author and journalist Jonathan Ancer takes a look at our country’s history through the lens of 50 lies South Africans have been told.

It’s one of the books that will be featured at the Kingsmead Book Fair this weekend.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more… ]]> News Mon, 20 May 2024 07:01:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 17 : 50 fibs that made South Africa" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:36 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442722 https://iono.fm/e/1442722
Yesterday thousands queued for hours to cast their ballots.

Almost 25 thousand people are registered to vote in London.

HOT1027's Andrea van Wyk stood in line with fellow South Africans and filed this special report... ]]> News Sun, 19 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 16 : Thousands of South Africans queue for hours in London 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:21 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442718 https://iono.fm/e/1442718
Special voting took place in Algiers, Amman, Cairo, Damascus, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Ramallah, Riyad, and Teheran on Friday with voting taking place at the remaining 102 foreign Commissions today and tomorrow.

Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo says due to a larger voter population in London South Africans will be voting today and tomorrow between 7am and 9 pm.

Extended voting hours are also in place for Washington DC and New York.

HOT1027's Simon Marks reports from Washington.... ]]> News Sat, 18 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 15 : South Africans are voting abroad 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:17 true Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442365 https://iono.fm/e/1442365
Co-author of "Who Will Rule South Africa" Qaanitah Hunter has told HOT1027 News the ruling party is expected to lose its overall majority at the polls on the 29th of May - which means it'll have to rely on coalitions with other parties to govern.

She says these elections will mark the start of a new political landscape for South Africa.

Hot 1027's Paul Ash sat down with Qaanitah to find out more.... ]]> News Fri, 17 May 2024 09:42:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 14 : "South Africa is not the sum of its bad politicians" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:59 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442347 https://iono.fm/e/1442347
With less than 2 weeks to go until the elections, parties are rolling out big promises as millions of South Africans get ready to make their X on the 29th of May.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more ]]> News Fri, 17 May 2024 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 13 : "NOT voting is the worst possible option" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:50 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442203 https://iono.fm/e/1442203
Despite warnings, threats of legal action and valid concerns about corruption, President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the contentious National Health Insurance bill into law.

The South African Medical association has told HOT1027 News that people SHOULD NOT even be thinking of cancelling their medical aid .

Despite warning's , threats of legal action and valid concerns about corruption, President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the contentious National health insurance bill into law.

In theory, it aims to provide universal healthcare coverage to all citizens in the country.

However, given government's dismal track-record around looting, mismanagement and corruption, it's going down like a lead balloon with many taxpayers, opposition parties and organizations.

Dr Mark Human is chair of the South African Medical Association in Gauteng.

We asked him what taxpayer's should be making of the NHI debacle. ]]> News Thu, 16 May 2024 17:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 12 : "Hang onto your medical aid" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:30 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1442020 https://iono.fm/e/1442020
An electorate disappointed and fed up over the lack of service delivery by the ANC led government could spell widespread repercussions at the polls.

HOT102.7’s Myron Naicker has this special report from KZN… ]]> News Thu, 16 May 2024 11:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 11 : KZN on the brink of political change 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:33 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1441983 https://iono.fm/e/1441983
Our official unemployment rate is now at 32.9 percent and South Africa's economy is projected to grow this year at a paltry one percent.

We also have another problem, concerned citizens increasingly placing their money offshore, or simply quitting the country and taking it with them.

HOT 1027 Business presenter Jeremy Maggs takes a look ... ]]> News Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 10 : Many concerned citizens are placing their money offshore 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:34 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1441959 https://iono.fm/e/1441959
Government’s inability to provide reliable electricity over the long term is expected to have a bearing on how South African’s vote on the 29th of May.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look … ]]> News Thu, 16 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 9: "They've played a trick on us by keeping the power on" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:13 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1441942 https://iono.fm/e/1441942
Some of our older listeners who voted in 1994 have given us insight into their concerns with these elections.

Hot 1027's Paul Ash has this special report ... ]]> News Wed, 15 May 2024 15:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 8 : "It's up to the younger voters to get us back on track" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:29 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1441199 https://iono.fm/e/1441199
Next to electricity, water is one of the major issues that could sway voters at the ballot box.

HOT102.7’s Myron Naicker has more from Durban… ]]> News Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 7 : KZN residents hold out hope for running taps 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:04 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1441195 https://iono.fm/e/1441195
Millions will be going to the polls on the 29th of May and the watchdog body is warning we’re not out of the “state capture woods” just yet.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look … ]]> News Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 6 : We've seen no accountability from the state capture 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 3:02 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1440823 https://iono.fm/e/1440823
Sadly, experts say state capture is far from over…

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look back at the Zondo commission’s attempts to find out what happened ]]> News Tue, 14 May 2024 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 5 : The state of capture in SA 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:55 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1440752 https://iono.fm/e/1440752
About 78 000 people are registered to cast their ballots around the world.

HOT1027's Andrea van Wyk reports from Reading in the UK... ]]> News Mon, 13 May 2024 15:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 4 : Saffers are getting ready to vote abroad 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:29 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1440314 https://iono.fm/e/1440314
We've had over 40 days without state-controlled power outages. While officials insist it’s the result of maintenance, many taxpayers aren’t buying it.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look... ]]> News Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 3 : The pre-election suspension of loadshedding 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:29 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1440185 https://iono.fm/e/1440185
And they don't believe politicians are running for the right reasons.

Some of our older listeners have given us insight into their concerns around these elections.

Hot 1027's Paul Ash has this special report ... ]]> News Mon, 13 May 2024 06:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 2 : Pensioners outline their worries ahead of the polls 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 2:31 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027 https://iono.fm/e/1439347 https://iono.fm/e/1439347
The province’s top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says individuals need to choose between being a police officer or a politician.

HOT102.7’s Myron Naicker has more from KZN… ]]> News Wed, 08 May 2024 13:00:00 +0200 0 0 Elections 2024 : Episode 1 : "Politics & law enforcement don't mix" 0 0 HOT 102.7FM full 1:28 Elections 2024 with HOT 1027