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[@jaystan233]

Your journalist is very compassionate, Well done.

[@annettesteynviljoen1911]

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[@annettesteynviljoen1911]

Where is the father? Where is social welfare? We need mobile clinics to service and care for our people.

[@sueelliott4793]

Sux to know,it's sad that in other countries like NZ you can go on a dole and they will help you buy a washing machine or vacuum cleaner,that is what taxes are used for. Govt should do more as that is what taxes should be used for. If a country of 5 million like NZ can do it,then a country of 60 million can do better.

[@NorthBag777]

Can cartel Blanche open an email where we can pledge food/money for these people ? .

[@elsabadenhorst9746]

I removed my lawn and planted a garden to feed my self. I have 3 hens for eggs. I have 3 female and 1 male rabbit to feed my self. The rabbits have between 4 to 9 babies. I let the male visit one female once a month. I never go hungry. I planted 200 banana plants, 200 patata plants, 200 amadumbe plants, 200 cassava plants, 2 passion frute vines, 2 grinadella vines, 4 pawpaw trees, small vegtable pach with green beens, carrots, spinich and beetroot. I have one peach tree. Then i also have 3 bee hives and a sall pach of shugar cane. My house is small and my land is 40x40 metres including my house, rainwater tanks and chicken run and rabetery. I have some solar power. I am now turning 76 years old and i still can survive living and working alone.

[@bozzibozziana5366]

You are the best person on this list, news makers is creating stories for them to use against ANC, rather than teaching people how to make food for themselves. if everyone was like you SA will not be hungry

[@ravenblack7052]

@@bozzibozziana5366 I think you take for granted that everyone thinks on the same level. During apartheid all our vegetables came from our garden. We also had a few fruit trees that our vegetables were grown around. I had my own little patch that I tended. All we did once a month was buy our dry staples. I can tell you that most of our neighbours did not do the same. Whenever our garden yielded more than we could consume (like potatoes, tomatoes and mielies) we shared these with our neighbour's. My father was forthright to the point of rudeness. He asked our neighbour's why they did not plant. All he got were excuses. Fortunately back then, everyone was working and no one was starving. Today when I go back home, most people are unemployed and they are making more of an effort at growing their own food gardens. It's been over 20 years since my father has passed but they all say that they learnt from him. Perhaps we should get Afriforum to help these areas and teach them to plant, how to use save seeds from the current crops for replanting and how to harvest and store water. There's no point in berating people without teaching them. We therefore step in and help by whatever means we are able to.

[@ravenblack7052]

@@bozzibozziana5366 Further to my comment above, it is ludicrous that you even attempt to absolve the ANC of their responsibility after 30 years of failures. They've killed our economy, driven away most of the investment which has resulted in the hunger problems our country faces. It's therefore disingenuous of you to accuse the creators of this piece that is highlighting a gross failure by government which is not only hurting but killing our people. Sadly, you miss the mark. Had government not interfered with their reverse racist laws, our country would be prosperous. It would have surpassed its potential. We would not have children dying of starvation. This should wound you deeply. It bothers me that it doesn't. It shows a complete lack of humanity and empathy.

[@ayanda130]

@@bozzibozziana5366 they are news makers its not their responsibility to buy seeds and JoJo tanks and teach people to plant vegetables.

[@fawziaabdurrahman2251]

Wow 200 banana tree Is that 40km x 40km? SQ meters seems small for all those plants

[@maggie81180]

Thank you for making these stories available to the general public. An educated nation can vote wisely.

[@ts-jus-differen]

Agree, however, only the few who can afford will see this (not taking anything away from Carte Blanche - I'm a fan and applaud them), majority of people out there are in the dark (figuratively and literally) and will forever be in the dark kuba they are not informed or do not know the things happening around them and politicians take advantage of that. come election period you'll find them everywhere whereas they are nowhere to be found ngoku when they are needed most - wish everyone could see your stories

[@lillybianca4185]

So true. This was heartbreaking to watch😢

[@ZKhweziN]

EC will vote ANC again next year

[@respect8312]

No it is beyond heartbreaking.

[@avuyanyangani460]

I'm struggling to understand how can someone experience hunger in such wealth land.

[@CharlieC738]

This is heartbreaking! Our government is busy fighting for the rights of the Palestinian people, the EFF is fighting for the rights of foreigners. All this, while the people of this country, the children of this country are dying of malnutrition! People! We need to hold our government accountable. Stand together and fight for your rights

[@mbalisikhakhane4859]

Exactly. Their values are so construed. Imagine giving your neighbor your last plate of food in turn sacrificing your own. It doesn't make any sense.

[@YouTubeGlobalAdminstrator]

"Don't come here with your white logic! You just want to oppress us again you racist!" /s

[@antonjoubert6980]

The ANC doesn't care 😂 Welcome to Southbabwe

[@Spoken-e5p]

Don't forget about DA only taking care of the areas where white people live in cape town. Let's talk about the oil they found and they sold the cape town to the English people. AMC, EFF, DA is the same person

[@zn6471]

What/who is DA, VF, Inkatha, Action SA, BOSA, Kiss and others fighting for?

[@brucebosch9362]

This is breaking my heart. As a South African I am appalled at this - we are not that poor of a country. Why is this happening?

[@eisbeinGermany]

south africa is a very rich country, with all the gold diamonds coal iron ore copper tin platunuim exports, not to speak of all the car companies, it gets all stolen by anc, i worked 40 years on gold mines and know how much gold the mine i worked at dispatched every week, i worked in the smelt house and know how much gold was poured most weeks, thats just on one mine, there are so mnay gold mines in SA

[@NatalieBarends-uj3de]

​@@eisbeinGermanythe thief's are stealing everyday living luxury's.

[@mandlas.4305]

This makes South Africa look like South Sudan

[@retha6504]

Ask the people of our country who are in government positions.

[@thedevine7963]

There are jobs in the Eastern Cape but they hire immigrants. If these people sit back and watch their children die of malnutrition then they can't be taken seriously. I feel bad for them but only to a point. South Africans have first preference in all industries in SA. This makes no sense to me.

[@someoneelse1895]

The same guy who sent back 2/3 of the budget just smiled and said there's no money for food.. Yet he looks well fed.. Wow😊

[@alberttesla8632]

right? lol, ahhh the irony

[@adnel4142]

They could have helped these people plant fruit trees, perennial vegetables and start community gardens. Do not wait for the government! What are all the unemployed doing to improve the situation? They have time on their hands to turn their area into a place of bounty.

[@glenniswilliams]

This is very disturbing. I'm feeling so helpless. GOVERNMENT please step up If i dont eat for half a day. How does these people survive for a week??.

[@Bjm365]

Wait until you see how 'fresh' his own kids look whist there's no money 😩🙆🏾‍♂️🚮

[@tafadzwamubvakure3488]

It's sad

[@pradeevdhora3650]

This is heartbreaking 😭. Not long ago we were called on, as South Africans to support the national rugby team at the world cup. Apparently it was the patriotic thing to do. People took to the streets waving pro Palestine flags and anti Israel flags. Apparently we as South Africans had to give our 2 bits worth regarding these matters. But, at home, for our fellow South Africans, we have no voice. Ramaphosa, was on TV standing in solidarity with Palestine but his very own people are dying of starvation. Can someone please tell me how this is acceptable. How can this make sense?😢

[@rohanlalbakool8113]

While we were winning the world with all the glory people were and are starving in south africa.

[@pradeevdhora3650]

What has the sa rugby team done for the less fortunate in South Africa?

[@noluthandonyandeni7882]

​​@@pradeevdhora3650Soya Kolisi is Sthe current Springbok Captain i involved in many Charity Organisations and I am sure so are many of his team mates,if not all. The bottom line is that the long / medium term solution is for these rural people to plant veggies ,& fruit for the sake of their children. Where are their Community leaders to motivate and encourage them .

[@adaliantsiki]

@@pradeevdhora3650 this country is very hypocritical

[@peterpooe3145]

ANC you have blood in your hands, whatever you do 2024, DO NOT vote ANC , vote any other party I could care less. This story has destroyed the rest of my life, a hungry child dying of malnutrition breaks a person's heart, we soldier on and help where we can, we keep trying.

[@fransmosia5880]

It was nice seeing a smile on the lady's face at the end of the episode. Thank you for helping this community, carte blanche.

[@marimuller9530]

Isn't it a SHAME that they used millions to change the name of PORT ELIZABETH , instead of feeding the poor......it is INSANE !!!

[@RhythmAndRibs]

I have a near 9 month old daughter and the first few minutes broke me. Wow!

[@justang762]

This is a tragedy, I'm just completely heartbroken. I'm in tears watching this.

[@chrisjpndala7576]

Shout out 🎉 to gift of the givers ...they are changing lives ❤

[@pulengphatedi8153]

The Gift of the Givers ❤❤❤,🙏🙏😭

[@leratolegoabe8397]

They are an ethical organization. So refreshing. They give me hope❤

[@chrisjpndala7576]

@@leratolegoabe8397 most definitely

[@satravisingh1]

The officials in that province should have their salaries cut...

[@thabisosikhumbuzomazibuko3209]

True or best be arrested for these crimes

[@kaltimoktober]

No. Taken away.

[@mookimoves9469]

Criminally charged

[@stewarthoward2371]

They should be fired without any compensation and left to deal with poverty

[@natashamarume2563]

exactly how can they receive fat pay checks knowing the majority of people are suffering

[@luthermahoney5867]

This is the legacy of the anc 😢 All the funds stolen could massively help to not only feed but create opportunity to return dignity to people.

[@1gerard47]

Exactly, so sad meanwhile the guptas are living the life of luxury at S A s expense in cahoots with we all know who.😊

[@boi9643]

Gift of the givers is truly heaven sent

[@Ash-so6qn]

There is a lot of grassy land around... can Carte Blanche help them grow food? Perhaps with seeds/ potting soil/ water storage containers? Giving food is only a temporary solution :(

[@mantombikgaka8792]

My thoughts exactly!

[@satravisingh1]

Not that easy

[@TSnyman]

Great idea, but I'm sure the water shortages in that area will be challenging.

[@tumi7381]

.. useless thoughts🚮

[@tumi7381]

🚮🚮🚮🚮🚮people are hungry now. the kids must eat now. growing food does not always bring out food. and how long does a seed take before it can sprout, before it can eventually be ready for consumption 😩😭

[@sekaa1234]

Carte Blanche, please startup a go-funding in order to donate whatever little we may have.. this might also help other families that never had an opportunity for aid in SA😢

[@KFM197]

Very sad useless government register to vote people and vote this useless government out they really don't care about it us

[@nkanyezisithole7381]

I shed a tear watching this. Thank you Gift of the Givers, Cart Blanche for showing this.

[@SiyabongaKhoza-x8g]

There is no government that despises its own people more than the ANC. So many of the problems we confront in this country are the result of the state of our economy, and our leaders have repeatedly demonstrated that they are uninterested in establishing a safer and more stable environment in which their citizens can thrive. I agree with the assertion that "we can't waste time looking at what government does or doesn't do," but we can't ignore the fact that proper governance is critical to the development of a nation. Thank you to the Carte Blanche team for shedding some light. I'm confident that this broadcast will reach all of the people who can help.

[@laurencemunro]

This is truly shocking ANC - you are not even able to look after the poorest of the poor amongst your own people, yet you have resources to fly first class and many honourables receiving fat cheques and still stealing from state coffers too. Despicable and a disgrace this government is!!

[@theSANewsnow]

This was such a heartbreaking episode to watch

[@gruesomeloki]

Crazy how local government has failed small communities like this.

[@ravenblack7052]

Not crazy at all. After all this years under ANC rule, we know that they have zero empathy, zero conscience, zero humanity. It's about the self with this lot. Notice how they dress? What they drive? How they live? The size of them?

[@marcebresler1842]

Under the cANCer of South Africa thousands upon thousands have lost their lives, dignity and dreams but change will come. It always does but unfortunately enough people first need to suffer to will that change.@@ravenblack7052

[@splashafrica]

It's not a local government mandate you are looking at a national and Provincial government failures

[@Ayla_3.3]

Only those that have truly gone hungry, can understand how hard it is to keep mentally stable. Thats not to mention emotionally and eventually physically. My heart bleeds for our people who are starving.

[@matthewssibiya69]

I have nothing to add or say thank you Carte Blanche thank you

[@sudonym5356]

What's crazy is that E.C is still an ANC stronghold 😢

[@AWT3D]

ANC should be ashamed of themselves. Ruling government failed the people of EC. Voting 🗳 ANC out is thee only option

[@BatsiraiMusuka]

I… couldn’t finish watching. I’m heartbroken. Just heartbroken. I’m not even South African… but l have heard this same story in my own country. 💔💔💔

[@sallysmitgeddes2270]

How is this still happening.. This is so cruel and heartbreaking 😢😢

[@jaimevanderwalt369]

Thank you for posting on relatively accessible sites, having always valued your news I was rather disappointed with having to forego DSTV. Seeing that wome's smile at the end of this video was both heartening and tragic

[@andilemajiki2203]

Not take take aways from the struggles of the people being interviewed but I just want to say I hope Govan is getting the appropriate Trauma Debriefing and emotional support after each episode to help him deal with what he witnesses on these reports. To try and prevent psychological repurcussions and burnout.... Just a suggestion. Not implying anything.

[@lillybianca4185]

You know, that's also something that struck me while I watched this episode. This is emotionally taxing. I hope all journalists get the help they need🙏🏽💕

[@irlonconstantine8793]

Yes. Its true. One needs support for the trauma....

[@debbieangel9376]

@andilemajiki2203 Wow Andile, Thank you, you just wrote what many of us thought of when Govan held his head in his hands I broke down some more, this was hard, raw journalism, He will def need some Therapy afterward

[@andilemajiki2203]

@@debbieangel9376 honestly, it can't be healthy. Especially if it's repeatedly. Over time it can be affecting. I'm still being haunted by the images of the Special needs school.-He went there twice. I really hope those concerned do provide that kind of help.

[@andilemajiki2203]

@@lillybianca4185 Very taxing. You feel it beyond the screen. How much more with the person who see these with their eyes

[@Princess_Lehlohonolo]

May Allah'talah bless gift of the givers sponsors and volunteers, and everyone who assisted

[@siyamthandaphiri9102]

Can we teach our people to plant food. We need more programs that teaches people to grow their own food..

[@MissLindz19]

I couldn’t agree with you more, people need to be taught how to work with their hands and go back to agriculture!!! People are so dependent in such a way that they can’t even think

[@JesseDeMeyer-b7f]

If the ANC actually cared about any South African, this would not be the situation. But they don't care. You are seeing the fruits of them not caring.

[@sandilemsibi]

Starving with all that green land, no single veggitable garden? no chickens in the yard? no ducks? aw ngeke this is just weird now..... It must be hard being the Government of South Africa, leading people who are sitting on their areses and expecting political miracles all the time...

[@russellstoffberg6331]

​@@sandilemsibii agree. I grew up with the sound of chicken in the morning. We have become lazy. All this vacant land. Let the people feed themselves.

[@u-Dramatic_avocado5867]

@@sandilemsibi Okay but suddenly there are no costs to farming or raising chickens?

[@niloluthers3296]

And eff is more worried about foreigners while their own are starving

[@russellstoffberg6331]

@@niloluthers3296 Anc, Da, Eff, they all care more about their parties then then rest of us.

[@nompumelelosimelane3008]

This is absolutely heartbreaking 😢😢

[@ksmjuqu]

As for the Gov, they have really caused irreparable harm to South Africans and more so in the Eastern Cape

[@Valkyrie271]

To our politicians sitting and eating like fat cats, open your eyes and feed our children, feed our people, feed our country!

[@ravenblack7052]

And with this problem which is not new, they've introduced new laws for the agri industry forcing farmers to take on BEE partners. Pretty soon, the entire country will be facing starvation. These racist policies only help the connected cadres. It cannot be that we ended one racist government to be replaced by another! It's high time that we started fighting back with civil disobedience.

[@GranvilleRoedolph]

Lol they lied about apartheid

[@patrickbalfour9607]

Unfortunately you asking the impossible where you go politicians are career criminals. They all about how much can they steal from national coffers and proclaim that they serving you

[@johanvermeulen3629]

​@@ravenblack7052change goverment and stop the fat cats stealing our economy and our future. Lawlessness will help nobody. The only way is to vote them out. This is truly sad to see chidren suffering because of a useless goverment. My heart breaks seeing this happening and seeing the goverment just increasing their pay and stealing more and more and some people still vote for them. Truly a sad day in SA.

[@Bee-dp3st]

@@GranvilleRoedolphOnly you believe that

[@gayletheunissen5054]

I was heartbroken watching this programme. How can we help knowing that what we might contribute will go directly to these starving families.

[@gabriellarvlahopoulospolisco]

The ANC MUST GO!!!

[@asemahlenonyati3008]

People in the Eastern Cape need to vote them out. This was truly heartbreaking!

[@mfanakithi2002]

This is heartbreaking 💔. It’s not just heartbreaking, it’s inhumane

[@fancyIOP]

🥺This is beyond heartbreaking 💔, I don’t have a kid yet but it brought tears to my eyes🥺. I would like for Gift of the Givers to also give these people vegetable seeds as some security while they still get food parcels 📦 . Veggies usually grow in 3 months. They have big yards, fertile soil and I think it rains a lot that side. Yes this was about babies but also the entire families should be given a task to start growing something which would help in the long run. I am so heartbroken I can’t believe this is SA, wow😢.

[@ankevanzyl2629]

😢😢😢... My heart... These poor people!!! Thank you gift of the givers!!!!

[@leonardbreetzke1135]

Broke my heart. Thanks for getting these stories out there.

[@tamarinrichardson4348]

This is heart breaking! We need more people out teaching these people how to grow their own food, saving seeds and being self sufficient. The government has made it blatantly clear, they do not care about these people.

[@mondliedwin4857]

I feel for those who haven't heard them

[@ysteffbanda9596]

Your documentaries never disappoint thank you so much....sadly, unimaginable poverty in the land of plenty

[@seanprinsen7265]

Well done ANC! Great job you're doing! I guess this is still Apartheids fault...

[@ravenblack7052]

Undoubtedly, Cyril will be shocked first and then blame apartheid!

[@bonganiyou]

Tier 1. This is systematic keep then hungry and bring out the food and shirts during voting season. Tier 2 Pay the corruptible ones who have jobs. Tier 3 Elect and promote those who support the oppression of others via these mechanics. Tier 4 MPs NEC and president level … we all know the story here.

[@GSGLondon92]

Proudly brought to you by the ANC

[@regaogetswechuene9591]

This is so heartbreaking 💔. Our government is literally killing the people😭😭.

[@SonicAlcholic]

They Are terrorist what did you expect

[@governormadea5937]

This is one of the most heartbreaking things I’ve ever watched.

[@annatjiekruger77]

Is there not a farmer that can give her a few chickens and help her to build a chicken coop. Maybe somebody can teach her to grow veggies. At least then she can provide for her family. If she are able to grow fresh food, I will help her health as well!

[@avelile]

Eastern Cape needs a lot of attention, Food shortage, skills shortage, economic decline, and stagnant governance are some of the things that need resolving in the province and unfortunately, all the skilled and brilliant minds of EC end up being exported to other provinces where there are better opportunities. The other issue is crime.

[@LYNETTEWUCHERPFENNIG]

Yet they in EC R the biggest ANC supporters u get what U vote for

[@isharahammond600]

Devastating and heartbreaking 💔

[@annatjiekruger77]

Don't just GIVE food, teach the people to grow their own food! Give them seed, water, fertilizer. If you give them a food parcel they eat for a month, if you teach them to grow their own, you feed them for the rest of their lives!

[@Lala97]

This is sooo painful to watch

[@eisbeinGermany]

the bible teaches us that

[@markanthonytavaries5031]

It’s so easy to speak neh? You judgmental entitled human being

[@Lee_807]

Give them food and teach them how to make their own. Realistically it will take weeks and months for crops to be ready for harvest

[@Zangettsu_ZA]

As hard as it is to say this, the truth is that the ANC government wants and needs people to be dependent on them. That is why they have ruined the education system so that people do not think for themselves anymore. The ANC thinks it is an achievement to have 27.3 mil + people on grants. It is a way for them to secure their vote. If people fear losing their grants they will keep voting ANC. Instead of teaching people new skills and empowering them so that they can look after themselves. But this causes people not to be dependent on the sate anymore and as they become more aware of what is going on they will see the African National Criminal organization for what they truly are.

[@chuxch7293]

Theres no money while he has a fat belly with his expensive clothes, ai ANC ya gana shem, why should our people go hungry while politicians live like kings

[@glennborrageiro6257]

Ja but who are you voting for???

[@raynolings217]

I also looked at his full belly

[@GwabiniMfwethu]

Thank you for covering this. Please do a follow up episode on the report to EC government by HRC. In the mean time… please let us know how we can donate whatever we have to these families.

[@RoseHlabane]

I really thank you so much for those people who stand up to discover such stories, and thanks to give of the givers for responding quickly whereby our government officials give an excuse for no money.

[@nmsingh72]

And yet millions of people will again vote for the same people that does this to them

[@moniquedefranca5759]

They get selected and not elected. If voting worked it would have been ilegal.

[@MrKris1965]

I'm watching and crying. Incompetence of authorities in South Africa is just beyond belief. People dying of hunger 😪 😢 😔. Shame

[@makhosazanenkatidube1919]

I'm in tears. This is really sad.

[@Wherehopelives167]

This is heartbreaking 💔..the world cannot turn a blind eye to this !

[@Nedankinde93]

The tragedy is that they keep voting for the ANC and supporting a government which has failed them.

[@katzkhaydo9597]

Thank you,for you help,it really shows that a little does go a long way.

[@avuazahc1966]

So called ANC strongholds are also the hardest hit in terms of underdeveloped underserved in everything

[@klean_upguyza6461]

Thank you for brining this to light.

[@fmakura12]

This is sad , how is the soil in the area , watching I saw a lot of land , it got me thinking about food gardens , helping these mothers teaching them how to plant and grow vegetables , or having community gardens that help feed

[@fmakura12]

Providing seeds , is there water skills , empowering them to supplement their grants and the food parecels

[@AAustin777]

How about adding seed packets per care package? Then they can plant their own food. Add a 'how to plant' pamphlet. Teach the nation how to sustain themselves aswell.

[@adaliantsiki]

Charities are part of the problem there needs to be more self sustainability programs which educate them and give them the tools and resources neasesary

[@Boipelo_Lekwane]

This is too heartbreaking. I work with children running an after school care programme in Garankuwa - 11 year old in grade 2, still can't read; the parent doesn't appear bothered, the system will soon ostracise this child and his future is bleak. We hear stats but when we put face to number it's devastating. I can't even begin to talk about our government

[@objectivelyobserving6434]

OR Tambo district. The man was a genius. His statues are found in London , Kempton Park airport and one in Mbizana that was vandalized. Tambo did warn against the ANC in the future becoming irrelevant to the masses. If Carte Blanche would stop the selective turning off of comments for its stories, the national debate would be very advanced. Thanks for airing.

[@joancurrie4539]

Thank you to Gift of the Givers! Thank you Carte blanche for the expose. How will the new NHI improve the rural communities' access to health care with the required medical assistance and consumables to save these lives. Why is the rural communities always treated so badly! This is devastating to see the kids aren't getting the help that is needed!

[@shamillahpetersen7327]

It's sad that government officials are round and shiny but the people is dying of hunger. 😢

[@ya-eeshabrahams4867]

Please get that money to the gift of the givers as they are the only people that will make a difference in SA.

[@beewest5704]

True they are really doing a great job & they do not discriminate. They help everyone.

[@Martini0hitz]

This broke my heart, sad that our government lets this happen. Gift of the givers are awesome, I will definitely donate to them.

[@Da_JanRil]

We need to teach people to farm for themselves and focus on community uplifting.

[@kabeloshikwane7671]

i Won't lie. I watched this in tears. Count your blessings to those who have even have 2 meals a day. It is time to change our government comrades.

[@johanlotter5197]

I am in tears.

[@yolandetheresa7146]

😢Govan you're a real one!

[@marthinusbyleveld5012]

To grow food sustainably you need water , seed , and proper planing . Sometimes you need soil tests , fertiliser and know how to control pests or pesticides . Succession plantilng and diversity is needed . To live 12 months and through winter from a garden alone , with no finances to support your garden... definitely not that easy .

[@beulahviljoen9046]

Not easy, but it help. It's better than nothing.😢

[@dudungidi9151]

Need fence to keep livestock out

[@marchamarais8322]

Wow my heart just dropped to know that so many lives have already been lost to hunger. 😢

[@ThobileMakinyane]

The poverty is at rife however people as hungry as they are, they do not stop giving birth to more children which is so unnecessary. Are they giving birth for government. i think the poverty is more in the brain than life. This might sound insincere however i feel we put ourselves to more problems.

[@tshepotsekedi1681]

Absolutely

[@sammy420_71]

This litterally made me cry

[@joney654]

"We can't wait nd argue on what government does and does not do, the reality is people are dying" 😢😢 black child wake up

[@devendraramanna5193]

This is heartbreaking, and unacceptable. I can't believe this. Where is all the money going for our social programs????ANC you are a disgrace, our people are dying and you eat and eat.

[@emilysimelane6376]

Sad part is that the very same mothers will be voting the ANC. Cry our beloved Country

[@thabanesutu79]

It’s absolutely heartbreaking, especially with kids involved. I’m originally from Lesotho but now a US citizen. My daughter helps a few high schools kids back home with sanitary pads and toiletries etc. if she can as an individual then the South African government surely has to! It’s a crime what’s happening!

[@AndreDMalan1966]

I have lived abroad for a long while but I studied social work in the Eastern Cape. One of the main tenets of social work is community development and grass roots development includes supplying the resources and skills to plant vegetable gardens in rural areas or wherever people are hungry. I applaud the delivery of food parcels, but it would be cheaper and more sustainable to grow vegetables. It also gives the community a sense of purpose (maintaining the gardens). Abantwana kufanelekile ukutya. I sommer want to go back and grow gardens.

[@dragon_ways]

One would need to invest in very, very sturdy fences against cattle and goats first. That is the big problem.

[@raynolings217]

You need money and support for these things. These people doesn't have money. It looks very simple from the outside.

[@AndreDMalan1966]

@@raynolings217 I agree. But I have the means to set up a garden and I do well at drumming up support.

[@luz3335]

There is nothing more cruel and more sad than a child dying of hunger. I wish the South African government would get their priorities straight and really start caring about human rights. The rights of these innocent children. This was heartbreaking to watch.

[@catharinasteyn1786]

This is unacceptable, now you know why the people in government is so nice round, they are eating these childrens food.

[@JustSaying02]

It deeply saddens me to see the ongoing struggle with hunger in our country. I'd like to propose that @Carte Blanche consider raising donations and sponsors for seeds, specifically for various vegetables and fruits. This initiative could significantly impact communities in villages, especially those with available land on their properties. By providing seeds, we empower these communities to start their own gardens, cultivating a sustainable source of food. This not only addresses immediate hunger concerns but also fosters self-reliance. Extending this initiative to schools could further enhance food security for children. This way, we can contribute to building a foundation for these communities to grow their own produce, ensuring a more stable and long-term solution to the pervasive issue of hunger. The focus on local solutions and community empowerment aligns with the context of our nation, addressing the specific needs of those who need it the most.

[@kobusvanstaden3747]

"when the ANC does to you what the apartheid government did to you, you must do to them what you did to the apartheid government" - Nelson Mandela

[@sandilemsibi]

Starving with all that green land, no single vegetable garden? no chickens in the yard? no ducks? aw ngeke this is just weird now..... It must be hard being the Government of South Africa, leading people who are sitting on their areses and expecting political miracles all the time...

[@noluthandonyandeni7882]

100%True

[@lesliemanuel6971]

Really felt the pain,Govan,so sad to see,in this day and age!!!!

[@divinetherevival777]

Really love what you guys are doing keep pushing ❤

[@HoneyBunRoad]

Absolutely heart breaking. I balled my eyes out, to think I went food shopping this morning while there was still had a lot in the fridge and pantry :(

[@MoegsienAriefdien]

Honestly this BROKE me and has to be the worst, saddest and infuriating story I watched for 2023 😭

[@nomvulandlovukazi9045]

We need to start teaching agriculture concepts in communities. Most homes in SA have a yard... even 10% of the yard can be dedicated to growing something. It's such a heartbreaking thing to see... there shouldn't be any hunger in the times we live in...

[@raynolings217]

You need money for these plans of yours. It's not that simple and these people don't have money. I wish everyone who shouts planting and feeding yourself can understand, that in order for you to start , You need money

[@REV738]

And the people of this nation will carry on voting for their glorious ANC..

[@zanelemonyatsi1581]

This is really heartbreaking

[@ksmjuqu]

The fact that we are still dealing with malnutrition in South Africa in 2023! Can these political delinquents please be voted out

[@samanthaleroux3205]

This is so heartbreaking😢😢

[@Eddie-tn2om]

The child support grant encouraged more litter. No one bears children for someone else to look after.

[@charmainesmith6132]

Unfortunately in S.A. the poor and ignorant are sheep following the incorrect shepard. Lead by example the famous saying. So why can our government leaders have up to 11 or 12 wives and various leaders have between 6 to 15 children but the people cannot...these are poor non-educated ignorant people that do not have access to hospitals only clinics that do not have food never mind contaceptives or birth control or Dr's. Think outside the box mate!!

[@ChristinaLopez80]

Have we as people forgotten we are capable of fedding ourselves. When did community's stop growing their own food. Explain why this government isnt helping people to support themselves!