Hot Cares weekly roundup: New shoes for little feet, help for an abandoned pup and life-saving gear for firefighters

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Dozens of school children are wearing brand new shoes, an abandoned puppy is getting the care she needs, and a group of volunteer firefighters will be getting life-saving equipment - thanks to the kindness of HOT 1027 listeners.

We've had another wonderful week, making a meaningful difference with Hot Cares, here at HOT1027 - to the tune of R257 000.

HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

14 Mar English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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