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The Big Favour presents this KZN Gogo with a new electric wheelchair

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After being wheelchair-bound after an tragic accident 15 years ago, this granny had been using the same wheelchair for the past 7 years since.
She happens to be a provider for her family which means she has to commute to certain place to make ends meet.
Her daughter nominated her for The Big Favour for a new wheelchair without her knowing.
Take a listen to her gratitude when she realised what was happening
23 Nov 2021 11PM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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