Give a Cane 2025: Restoring Independence for the Visually Impaired

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🎙️ This week: Sheila Mercado (SA Guide Dogs) launches their 2025 campaign to provide 1,000 white canes + mobility training. Learn:
• Why R50 matters: How a cane transforms daily life (shopping, campus navigation).
• Doubling the goal: Behind the bold 1,000-cane target.
• Fun fundraising: Dress-up days, gaming marathons, and Mandela Day drives.

🔗 Donate now: www.guidedogs.org.za
🔊 Listen live on 919 FM

22 May English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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