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A Zambian child who was raped by 4 men is getting the medical help she needsm along with other support here in South Africa – thanks to HOT1027 listeners.

****Now please be advised, the following story is deeply upsetting *****

The 5-year-girl – identified only as “T” for her own protection - was lured away from her family home in Lusaka last month and was handed over to rapists who attacked her for two hours.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
7 Apr 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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