Hot Cares Weekly Wrap: Dialysis, a Wheelchair & Vet care

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A former paramedic battling kidney failure can now continue his life-saving dialysis, a nine-year-old girl with cerebral palsy will soon move independently in her own wheelchair and a hardworking grandmother raising her grandchild has the tools to keep her small business going — all thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another rewarding week here at HOT1027making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares to the tune of R226 000.

HOT 1027's Tara Penny takes a look...
13 Mar English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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