Providing some comfort on World Kidney Day

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On World Kidney Day , many vulnerable children awaiting transplants or going through dialysis will be getting a bit of comfort and support, thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners.

Through the “Zane Project”, patients here in Gauteng are given a unicorn teddy to keep them company on their journey.

They’re called “Mini- Zanes” , and the thing that makes these unicorns so special , is that they’ve all got one zebra leg.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
9 Mar 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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