Hot Cares weekly roundup: A lifeline for T, help for NW animals & fees for Anton

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A child who was attacked by 4 rapists is getting the medical treatment she needs, an animal welfare organisation in the North West will be able to carry on with its vital work and a social worker will be able to finish his studies - all thanks to HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another week of making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares here on HOT1027 - to the tune of R300 000.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more...

11 Apr English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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