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Hot Cares weekly roundup : Independence for a matric, blankets for babies & a life-changing bursary

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A determined young matric student is getting a life-changing electric wheelchair-- a brave little girl with special needs now has transport to therapy - and a young woman is on her way to obtaining a degree - all thanks to the kindness of HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another wonderful week making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares - here on Hot1027 to the tune of R386 000.

HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look ...

16 May 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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