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Hot Cares Weekly Roundup: Peace of mind, safety & support

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From children living with epilepsy to premature babies and their moms — and even a safe haven for women and children here in Gauteng — lives have been changed this week thanks to HOT1027 listeners.

It’s been another powerful week with Hot Cares here on HOT1027, making a difference to the value of R155,000.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look…
5 Sep English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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