Hot Cares Weekly Wrap: Resources for a grieving daughter, soup kitchen support & help for kids

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Children recovering from life-changing reconstructive surgery are getting vital support, a 12-year-old girl grieving the murder of her mother now has resources to rebuild her life, and vulnerable families will continue receiving warm meals — all thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners.

It's been another rewarding week making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares here on HOT1027 to the tune of R121 000.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look...
15 May English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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