South Africa, July 1 -- What began as an invite to the Hot 102.7FM studio as one of three finalists, turned into a life-changing moment for 18-year-old Isabelle Radford, who was surprised live on air with the announcement that she had been awarded the prestigious 2025 Hot Cares & Guvon Chef's Bursary.

Valued at R360,000, this transformative bursary will enable Isabelle to pursue her dream of becoming a professional chef through a fully funded, three-year qualification at Guvon Academy in Johannesburg.

Radford entered the Hot 102.7FM studio expecting to be interviewed alongside two other finalists, but the morning took an unexpected turn when she was revealed as the bursary winner. Overwhelmed with emotion, she shared her gratitude: "I n...