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Hot Cares Christmas : Unlocking Joshie's Potential

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A bright teenage boy will be getting the education he deserves at a school that teaches autistic pupils practical ways to communicate with everyone around them.

Due to financial constraints , Joshua de Beer has been attending one lesson a week at the school , but he’d benefit significantly from a more regular routine.

And now , thanks to the kindness of Hot1027 listeners , Joshua will get that chance…

Hot1027’s Tara Penny has more…
2 Dec 2022 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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