Seychelles, Heroin and Me - BBC Africa Eye Documentary

[@BBCAfrica]

🎞You can watch this film in FRENCH here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIrSeqh7mJx_j5I

[@emptyhad2571]

Oh.

[@emptyhad2571]

My cousin could do this because he knows French unlike me ;(

[@hush2071]

Why do they smoke it in a cigarette instead of cooking foil aluminum foil instead of having to smoke with tobacco all the time

[@hush2071]

Stopping the small drug dealer and user won’t stop it u need to stop the import of it if u don’t stop the import u are just arresting the small fish that are stuck in the cycle

[@hush2071]

Her son come to the visit high on heroine

[@TayoAinaFilms]

I was in Seychelles in 2021. Never would I have imagined that there was a story like this to be told. Thanks for telling it and I wish Fady good luck in Life.

[@kasaggadavid1061]

God bless you ma dear friend I love ur content man

[@geraldpoterai5615]

You thought everything was roses?.

[@valchung296]

You should use your platform to cover stories about the uprise in drug use among the youth in Africa. Your platform is pretty big. Perhaps it might be an eye opener for some. And keep them away from drugs.

[@herbertmacaulay8987]

No one asked

[@Tamara-xp9nx]

He doesn’t need to use his platform for anything beyond what he wishes to.

[@donwilliams8564]

Excellent documentary. I don't know Fady personally but I think he should win some sort of award for presenting this documentary. This is arguably the best documentary or the best piece of journalism that has come out of the Seychelles for a very long time if not ever. Definitely enlightening, sad and provides a good illustration of the breakdown of society and it's sociological impact. I see users as victims of such breakdown. I also see users as patients in most parts. Well done Fady et al.

[@Veronica-qn4ri]

Well said

[@briogetonserio4961]

I agree with you!

[@Nick-ix4cs]

I have so much admiration for Fady. He should be tremendously proud of himself not only for what he is doing within the community, but for getting himself clean in the first place. No easy task and a phenomenal achievement in itself. I am so touched by what he is doing.

[@pienjopienjo7697]

Hear hear.

[@jenipherasiimwe7199]

Ohhhh! What an award winning documentary! Thank you so much Fady for this. I love the Seychelles.

[@davidpool1171]

Being here in Seychelles and being a citizen of Seychelles this documentary really hit hard , I take my hat off to the creators of this documentary, really opens up reality we face in this small island nation .

[@hawkins7000]

Why were the rehab centres closed??🤔

[@brahimbmzo490]

Unthinkable for a beautiful country that is known to be a 5-star holiday destination in the world.

[@truthbtoldwright6411]

​@@hawkins7000to keep the citizens smashed up. Government can do what they like when strong men and women become addicts cos addicts have no voice and are to busy looking for drugs to fight the government and their policy's.

[@liveandletlive7152]

@@hawkins7000 I think the answer is obvious without saying much. Whoever knows the history will know.

[@liveandletlive7152]

@@brahimbmzo490 yes true but the beauty of the islands is most definitely still very much present. I have hope Seychelles will get better with the new government. They are there barely 3 yrs. Those rehabilitation centres will be back up soon

[@khanyi_zulu]

Drugs are becoming a big problem all over Africa, it's like someone wants to deliberately destroy our youth. I'm South African and it really breaks my heart to see my fellow youngsters rotting away on the streets due to drug addiction. 💔

[@islandbbbuoy7680]

You are right!! 100% we are the target!!! Destroy, divide and conquer. It is a sad truth.

[@khanyi_zulu]

​@@islandbbbuoy7680 very sad 😭💔 and our leaders don't give a damn!

[@ntombizethugebashe1067]

I’m also South African😊, I think that everyone should take responsibility. If it affects one person in the neighbourhood and nothing is being done then it’ll surely affect our friends, siblings and the community. We need to stop turning a blind eye to such things.

[@khanyi_zulu]

​@@ntombizethugebashe1067 true, it takes a village to raise a child.

[@Realhumanitey]

Its the gloobolists for sure...the kapitalits, New Woorld Ordar....

[@Evostar1986]

As a seychellois i am very proud to see faddy i have known him for years since we live close in the same district,i know his family and son, he motivtes nd inspires me to do the same and become a good father and son to my own family, thank you faddy

[@bluediamond1414]

As a recovering addict from the UK, this epidemic breaks my heart. Humans, all over the world, are trying to heal. Heroin robs you of your life. Paradoxically, it really took me hitting rock bottom before I felt the strength to change.

[@scovyaporsha]

Congrarulations my lovely. Sending Love and good health to you. Muah.❤❤❤

[@zebibtekietekie6072]

Keep praying never give up and don't look back, 🙏🏽 and wish you all the best in life🙏🏽

[@Alex-hd6ek]

I don't believe in praying or sending love. I believe in neuronal networks and synapses, in the dopamine reward center, in particular, which is a substrate of the vicious circle of addiction. I deem that Bluediamond could have taught the addicts how to restore the working of the center.

[@jethrotuakilii2474]

Oh my God!! I tried for ten years to leave heroine, over and over, but finally drop the addiction February 2022. I feel for nations that are😢 exposed and battle with this pandemic, I also think about the lives of our innocent kids. We need to do something as a people.

[@kulwinderkaurrandhawa8416]

Hey i am here with you, ride on brother, love you.

[@LadyGodiva0611]

Fady connecting with his son really touched my heart. His son is so smart, beautiful and with a great head on his shoulders. I wish them so many blessings on this path of healing and sobriety. Ronel's future is so bright! Good luck to you both!

[@richieogun3093]

How he can abstain, with contacts with friends who still use is beyond easy conception. Big respect to him for exposing himself, just to highlight the problem and help others

[@suziebest6871]

There's nothing like a praying mother. Well done mom! My heart breaks for Mimi. I can feel her pain.

[@TakePrayersSayVitamins]

I’m the a product of a praying mother. I should be dead 10,0000 times over from my foolish & selfish days. My mom praying humbly praying on her knees can be the _only_ reason I am alive. I thank her & Gods grace for my ability to still be breathing & being an able bodied today & being a mommy to my two gifts. God bless each of u watching & reading. ❤❤❤

[@sayiddahbey4718]

This documentary was exceptional. Fady's vulnerability as well as those that were were willing to share their stories was just, heart wrenching. My heart goes out. I had an uncle who was a heroin addict from the age of 16 and he died of an overdose at the age of 53. Heroin addiction, I think, is worse, than crack cocaine. Thank you.

[@thedrflo4558]

Give this gentleman a Nobel Prize. He deserves it.

[@JohnK-pp1oj]

Am a Kenyan, I lived in Baie Lazare and Anse Boileau in Seychelles in 2010, I can attest that the level of drug usage is quite high. Great story by Faddy, thumbs up.

[@shukriaawale1099]

When I saw Jude’s mum crying it broke my heart …such a beautiful lady inside and out …Sending Fady. Jude and everyone affected love and strength …

[@KatKall3107]

This documentary is very well done, and unfortunately, this problem is not limited only to Seychelles, but to most of Africa too. The end of the documentary brought tears to my eyes, to see Fady and his son. Fady, your son is a beautiful, intelligent and mature young man, very articulate and wise for his young age. Fady, your humility throughout the documentary is evident, and I commend you for doing this, as I am sure it was very painful to revisit what must have been very difficult to break away from. God bless you.

[@usa7530]

Me too cried

[@stevosapaya434]

hi

[@acajudi100]

THE WORLD!

[@elizabethjackson7262]

I wondered when co I'd failed, what they would use next

[@Albertonification]

There is nothing more touching and fascinating than a son looking at his mother .No matter how old he is, he immediately turns into a child, he looks at her with love, attention , gult and anxiety. I wish health to all people who are faced with the sore temptation of drugs. And thanks for creating this movie!

[@kelvinmulei7442]

I know this guy personally, I have worked with him for a while,I never knew he had such a deep story...Big up man,but truth be told all he is saying about the beautiful Seychelles islands is true both the beauty and the drugs,its a sad state of affairs

[@elizabethjackson7262]

Get rid of the colonizers

[@LetitGolazziter-uk9xi]

As someone who has recovered from opiate addiction this is a reality check of how easy it is to fall back into it if I don’t stay aware of the pitfalls.

[@dianeconnors4483]

Stay safe, stay aware and positive never forget where you were and where you are now good luck 🤗

[@lcm2351]

The moment with his son was so beautiful. And he’s so HANDSOME 😍

[@philipotwagirayezu3263]

My advice for young people is pls don't try any drugs learn from them

[@DavidLoveJanet]

Young and old people!! All people!!!

[@emptyhad2571]

Yes sir.

[@masroorahmedkhan5028]

Learn from drug's how u learn from drug's other than trying it

[@205west8]

@@masroorahmedkhan5028 wise people lean from other’s mistakes. We just saw a whole documentary about the horrors of drugs and you ask such a dumb question ? Your name suggests you’re a Muslim and if you are , you should know better.

[@richardredmond1480]

Go to Nyamirambo there’s plenty young kids destroying themselves

[@wambuimburu939]

Best wishes Fady and all those struggling with addiction. It was beautiful at the end , seeing father and son making up for the lost past. I wish you light.

[@fiankolarbi]

I lived in Seychelles from 2014 to 2019 as a Missionary. We did our best to help and had some impact. Hopefully things get better and better

[@lynettetobin2015]

I watched this documentary for the first time today. So sad how some people profit from other peoples pain. I was so proud of Joseph Fanie and his strength. I have worked with addictions, Hepatitis C and the challlenges.. the struggle is real. My heart bleed for Mini... Life is tough!!! Wish I working and supporting there Lynette❤️ Wish I could talk to

[@lifehacks1019]

Fady is a hero for his community! Doing outreach to try change the other addicts is such a courageous and selfless act. The Seychelles is one of the last natural beauties on the planet,let not drugs ruin this paradise 🙏

[@NONS1024]

Thank you for Fady , family and friends and all involved for being so open and showing us how difficult, it is to overcome the drug epidemic in different parts of the world. Fady surely does have a gift in telling stories, we hope he can continue to uplift and help where he can.

[@madmama1804]

This is so unfair it's very difficult to get out in using drugs you have to have a lots of help and our gouvernment is not helping at all there are criticised our users of drugs ...The president own son is bringing drugs in seychelles

[@hieudang3511]

My fellow drug addict, let me be the first to tell you that to stop drug use has to start and end with U and no body else. I was an addict for over 30 years and it took for me to look in the mirror and not like the person in front 9f me. Once I accept that I was ready to change for me, everything was easy. I hope that U can find Ur own path to recovery, I will leave with U that hope is all we have and never give up on trying, it gets easier with every try. God bless 🙏

[@skqq3250]

This is so hard for me to watch!! I also had a relative who was an addict until he died and I simply can not thank Fady enough for being strong. This documentary should be taught in all middle schools but it will also give curiosity to our young children who may start when we are trying to educate the masses about this sh*t while drug kingpins live in luxury!!! Who is doing this to our humans/families?

[@michaelmeme8054]

Fady, I’m so proud of you coming out and also showing us of what is really happening. You have illustrated the suffering of what the victims of drug go through. You are right that we cannot tackle or fight drugs with only the law but robust rehabilitation. I hope that soon enough there will be this option to help those that want to reset their life. I wish you well. Michael

[@patriciarowe6685]

I am 28 years free from addiction. Since then I have been diagnosed with mental illnesses. I truly believe I took heroin to self medicate because no Dr diagnosed me for years. My prayers go out to all the families and all people struggling with addiction. It's a fight we fight every day but it gets easier and easier.

[@missmannydxb]

Hugs 🤗

[@patriciarowe6685]

​@@missmannydxb Thank you xxx

[@walterhartwellwhitereal]

Take care

[@theworkethic]

Congratulations on your recovery. Seek doctors how you can for your mental illness.

[@ahronrichards9611]

Thank you very much Fady for highlighting the heroin problem in your country. Also for the personal aspects that came out in your documentary. As a regular viewer of these Africa Eye documentaries, this was very moving on a different level for me. It's hard watching your homeland, and especially the youth, being destroyed by drugs. I also liked that you highlighted the importance of rehabilitation. It does wonders for the recovering user. More emphasis needs to be placed on that, so hopefully the rehab centre gets to be built. We don't have a lot (if any) of such centres in the Caribbean (where drugs is also a major issue) and most addicts end up in prison, where they don't get the help they need, and graduate from petty to very serious crimes. Here's hoping the scourge of drug addiction could be removed from our regions. Wishing you continued success in your advocacy, sobriety and in your relationships with your family. Keep up the good work. Watching from St. Vincent 🇻🇨

[@anwabone7]

This was exceptional Mr Faday 💐. You took us on a journey with many layers of loss, struggle, survival, health, family, power dynamics, leadership and policy issues. At the core of this work, we saw your world and we saw ourselves without judgement. Bravo! Light and more light to individuals and families recovering and yet to recover from the grip of Heroine.

[@skmwirabua]

Well said. This is quite enlighting

[@theafricanjumbee1197]

There is no love like a mothers love.

[@BBCAfrica]

💞

[@Highly_Favoured_]

Wonderful son and dad bonding moment at the end ❤️. Super son!!!

[@verochinz7325]

Mad respect for you Fady.....keep on supporting your community. It shall be well

[@Kamau1865]

The presenter's 20 year old son is very impressive with his intelligence and insight. I wish him all the best for the future.

[@b3l3ma42]

this is so sad,but im glad bbc is putting all these struggles in Africa for people to see and understand

[@Irida24]

Joseph’s son broke my heart. He was so sweet and was trying real hard to rationalise the situation. There was so much more to be anticipated in the attempted rekindling with the son. The acknowledgement, the expression of an honest apology and the discussion of how he was going to be present in the future. At the very least that boy deserved a hug.. Overall it was great content and exposed a side of Seychelles that not many of us knew. I hope that they all find healing and the state comes through with the scheduled support as a matter of urgency.

[@onyekaenwesi7216]

I'm surprised this is happening in Seychelles. I lived in Mauritius and drugs were a felony in Mauritius. If you're caught with any form of drugs, you'll go for 14 years. They are effectively battling it. I'm really sad that this is happening in somewhere we thought was paradise.

[@waarisaboobaker6492]

Yup, ADSU is wild. But they're also known for getting information in an illegal matter.

[@sarahdixon6011]

There is NO paradise on earth! No matter how hard we try to close our eyes.

[@georgfriedrichhandel4390]

This is very sad. The Seychelles is my favorite nation and favorite tourist destination. But like most tourists staying in luxury hotels and resorts, I seldom mingled with the locals to see how they live so this video was a real eye-opener for me. I just hope that tourists don't start coming the the Seychelles thinking it's an easy place to get drugs.

[@obrightmanemyotabor9358]

His brief chat with his son put me to tears...

[@tendayiification]

very heartbreaking. much respect to the presenter, im sure it was difficult to be around drugs as a recovery addict.

[@apparently2972]

My heart goes out to anyone struggling with drugs.... I hate what our beautiful African has turned into...expecially the coastal areas...

[@fawziaabdurrahman2251]

True also lamu, malindi and mombasa coastal tourist towns in kenya. Same story

[@muchit3629]

This does not grow without corrupt politicians, military , judges, police turning a blind eye. Pretty sad whats going on. To be honest it is a worldwide problem but drugs in the past was a thing of the rich. Africa has too many problems to add on the drugs issues on top of everything.

[@avion44690]

My heart breaks for every victim….from the users to the family members. Such a superbly executed documentary and an eye opener to those who think that this could not happen in their neighborhood. Anyone of us can fall victim to this monster…specially our young ones.

[@amosokoth8213]

Faddy, this documentary is great. i lived in Seychelles in year 2020 and saw many young persons engage in drugs. I believe your efforts to get the generation change their desire for drug will go along way to save Seychelles as a whole. well done, keep it up.

[@sethsamuel6357]

The disturbing part of Seychelles many are unaware of. Thanks for this documentary. It is really, really educative and I wish quick recovery and safe transition on those caught in this deadly web of opioids addiction.

[@emekaakude6448]

Heartbreaking stuff! BBC Africa eye never disappoints

[@puravidahoy]

This is heartbreaking! I wanted to hug June’s mom… what unconditional love😢 And what a remarkable and kind hearted man Fady is… he feels their pain, understands their struggles but does not judge any of them…Sadly this reality is everywhere where that all inclusive “ gated paradise” tourism is sold… the revenue from that tourism does not benefit the locals and is certainly not used to improve their lives or help them out of poverty. Thank you for this excellent documentary

[@secondopinion89]

I couldn't stop tears as I watched that interaction during Jude's prison visit. What a great mother... Broken hearted but still loving and hopeful. I truly hope Fady inspires Jude to be a changed man. Love from India to all who were involved in this important documentary 👏👏 Fady was so brave to let us in on his vulnerability and to go back to his community and tell their story too.. if you're watching this and struggling with any addiction.. wishing you much courage and a new dawn ❤️

[@patienceasambu2371]

Drug addiction is the worst menace ever. Recovery is not easy but very achievable. Fady is a living testimony. Anyone struggling with any kind of addiction, please seek help. One day at a time.

[@liveandletlive7152]

This is heartbreaking for me to watch as i love my country fiercely. Despite what you see here, the beauty of the islands can not be overlooked. It is magnificent, undeniable and it's everywhere. It's in the kindness of the people, the food ,the culture,the calmness and quietness of the islands,the breeze that blows through the palm leaves. The drugs problem in Seychelles is just one part you willI probably see. I hope that one day this 'rough diamond' of a country will be transformed into the perfectly cut diamond that i know she is capable of being.

[@charleshoang566]

Your country is dying it's just another Haiti in the making.

[@liveandletlive7152]

@@charleshoang566 The current government in place now, barely 3 yrs, after a long battle that has taken them decades to finally get a fair election result is not going to allow this. There is a big improvement in drug seizing already during this time. Haiti is on a completely different level. You don't see gang rivals shooting at eachother like you will see in Haiti. If a fight happens it's not even made known to the ordinary public. Guns are not something floating about,intact there's zero gun violence in Seychelles. Not many countries can say their drug problem is under control. Look what Tranq is doing to even big cities like Philadelphia? Every one of them is battling and the 'tiny dot on the world map' of a country which is Seychelles is no different. Like I said, I love my country fiercely and no she will not go down at this time because there will be rehabilitation centres that the old government closed down. What you saw was footage from mostly drug ghettos. You did not see the beautiful booming tourism part of Seychelles. I don't think you have even been to this country have you? Because if you did you would not say something so utterly clueless. Come talk to me in a few more years, by then there will be those centres in place,less drugs floating about and a better Seychelles.

[@DeeDerry]

Wow...I pray his son reaches his ambition...Even the way they walked off, u can tell they are father and son ❤

[@annasamwel1463]

I hope this documentary reach as many people as possible, especially those caught up on drugs addiction. They might find a purpose and hope after watching it.

[@sandrathulambo508]

Jude's mother...unconditional love, the love of a mother. I'm not crying, you are 😢😢😢

[@fatimaahmed7249]

Your 19 year old son...will be just fine. ...He obviously had a good upbringing despite your not being there.... You are both in my prayers and I wish you both all the very best and much❤❤❤❤❤❤.

[@PearlyPearl.]

How do I hug everybody in this video😪😪, sending all you much much much love 💔 Thank you Fady!

[@starlightvalerie]

As a Seychellois This Moved me to tears.

[@joaoleiA]

You have an amazing son. I live in a tourist area in Mozambique and am so worried about my kids one day getting involved in drugs... ❤️

[@johnworld3954]

Fady, God is your strength, may God guide you and be with your son, tears were rolling out of my eyes when I watched you talk to your soon, may the work never departs

[@banjiegirl2001]

❤thank you Joseph Fady for this very well produced video.

[@AllDayRodgers]

Fady and his son bonding brought a tear to my eye, wonderful moment.

[@aishaaisha9653]

How is Jude? Did he make it? Thanks Fady for taking your time to do this documentary and being vulnerable with the world about your addiction too. God bless you.❤❤❤❤. Much love from Nairobi.

[@billowabdi6346]

I enjoyed this story, I learnt alot about drugs, addiction and recovery pathways or struggles. Fady deserves an Oscar award for his excellent work and openess. I will love to hear again about the addicts mentioned in the story.

[@amarteybruce6590]

Am from Ghana, west Africa. Jude mom cry broke my heart…. I cried 😢😢😢.. I pray everyone going through this situations. It’s really saddens my heart. God strengthen them to come out from this drugs .I can see how emotionally fady Is. He really want to help this youth …

[@arabaemelife7810]

Well done, brother! You made a wonderful , touching documentary. Good luck on your own journey of recovery too! You are a strong man, brother, well done!!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿🙌🏿❤

[@musokescovia9630]

Usually there is a catalyst. In Faddy's case his business was struggling, financial hardships, job loss, unemployment, poverty lead to anxiety and depression and one thinks if I smoke this I'll numb the pain and feelings of desperation. This is when counselling and psychotherapy comes in handy in helping distressed individuals deal with life issues. In this documentary I see poverty and lack of resources in a country marketed as flourishing, as the main cause of susceptibility to drug addiction, I'm not in anyway downplaying the other issues like the country being a strategic transit point due to it's proximity to the ocean. The point is humans succumb to drug addiction as a result of underlying pyschological issues and this is what should be dealt with first.

[@damongray-hr4jc]

Depression is not real

[@BrydeliCorven]

Thank you Fady for saying truthfully that you started drugs because "I can" that's all it takes sometimes. Not all drug addicts are from traumatic, fragmented backgrounds. Some are from genuinely very good homes. Some homes appear good but have toxic underpinnings that need sorting out one way or another. Could I also mention the ex-addict who has done all to reconcile with family, has asked forgiveness, has spoken out in tears the harm that they have caused. The family says they forgive but they show hurtful disrespect in their words and actions, their eyes. This shows they have come to see the Ex-addict as a low life, unrespectable, unhonourable, someone to be crushed for the misery they have caused in the past. Discussions bring no changes, just denials and a look on the faces that says, "what else do you expect after all you've done?" So, they won't allow you to move on. They block you. They resent it when you show any sign of happiness. This is an extremely toxic environment to be in-you begin to get sick. Get out by; 1. Stop hoping for their approval-seeing yourself through their eyes. 2. Move away from such people physically OR mentally. If mentally, it's obvious that mentally will lead to leaving physically as mentally can only work for a while. Thank you for this documentary.

[@ruthmelicharles5062]

In my diary, I penned in Seychelles as the destination for my honeymoon. I'll still come once I'm married. It's heartbreaking to see the pain of drug use. Let's pray and hope for positive change. 🙏🏾 I edited to add that Fady seems like a decent man. His son seems focused, driven, and sincere. I wish them both the best.

[@juliew1426]

His son is so handsome and I know he remembers. Kids that little have a gift for moving on to the next thing. They can’t process what is wrong…they just know there is something off.

[@MAKAVELLI207]

My only question is, why would any leader want the only rehabilitation centre closed? Unless they are part of the trade of course.

[@charlespatricketienne]

The one is closed down but there is another center building up not shown in this footage. Their will be a cold turkey program also.

[@maureenjonaantat960]

The president didn't closed the center it was during COVID it was closed by the previous govt but than during election same year country was bankrupt no money to support that program so a new center is being built, anyway did the president asked them to used drugs the previous govt allowed these dealer to do what they want in our country now the new govt is fighting to eliminate drugs and some are not happy now they are blaming the new govt it's thanks to the new govt baddy can do this program to film for the word to see with the previous govt baddy could have just disappear instead he should have said since October 2020 he now make a film to show and still be alive

[@sammiemohammed476]

This is the Best Documentary I have ever seen in my life and I am a connoisseur of biographies! Man I have watched this bio x 2 in less than 24 hours because it’s the most honest and transparent! To show paradise is only a frame of mind! If you have personal demons from upbringing, childhood trauma and turn to self medicating it matters not about how privileged you were! But knowledge is power and must outweigh desire to destroy one’s life to a point of no return! This I never heard of this country prior to this bio! But I plan on becoming a tourist and exploring other options. P.s. they definitely need a transparent aggressive drug rehab program in place or ultimately if drugs take over there will be no tourists to help offset economic cost and growth ❤❤❤❤

[@dorotealicata5221]

Congratulations Mr Banane on your excellent piece. The best documentary I have watched when it comes to Seychellois reporting. Interesting to say the least ... awfully frightening and touching. I sincerely hope that your work is rewarded. Very best wishes.

[@TheIsaacbangi]

This man is stronger than a whole battalion of soldiers. That is pure strength...

[@vandyvick2903]

His son made me cry cuz 😢😢😢really true sincerity and love ❤. Intelligent boy and handsome

[@gobariinyorne]

For the love of God, this island was a destination for me anytime I decide to live elsewhere outside my home country. I have always has the notion of a beautiful island and hospitable people, from trading reading the 5 AM CLUB by Robin Sharma and other online materials. Getting to watch this documentary was not my plan, but the title SEYCHELLES, HEROIN AND ME broke my initial plans to watch something else. Now, I am like "WOW!" It could not have strike were it to be a regular KZbin channel, but BBC Africa Eye? It is a legitimate documentary. I thank the narrator. I appreciate the guts of his son. I wish Mr. Jude get to live again outside the Walls.

[@Dpraslin]

All the best Faddy on your journey. Long way to go still. The passion is there. Heartbreaking to watch and a great reminder to be open minded to everyone’s journey.

[@jeanetteatwellnash3616]

I've have a trio of Seychelles canvas paintings on my wall and now they have an even more beautiful meaning after this documentary. I wish each and every person a wonderful Day of Life in sobriety with Love and Light to guide each step. May Jude keep seeking counseling and recovery to keep his promise, one day at a time. Thank you Fady 💙🙏🤗

[@janeegreene963]

Can we get an update on Jude? Keep fighting don’t stop. EVER. I’ve been clean for three months it’s been the hardest three months.

[@daudimwaka5240]

Brave son, really appreciate his maturity

[@koimajepngetich]

I'm still shocked how the reporter did all the interviews and remained sober. That was too close

[@loriannrichardson7644]

I hope he is, but he doesn't look sober

[@benjaminnargeteyoyinka5424]

I think he doesn't look sober

[@Sawdust-f4p]

@@loriannrichardson7644negative energy

[@Lena-Anna-Bockbier]

Well done Fady!❤👍 what a great documentary although it is very shocking! Fady I wish you all the best!

[@Veronica-qn4ri]

Well done Fady! On your ongoing recovery and the reporting too. God bless. It's great that you are highlighting this very sad issue in the Seychelles, especially with the young... I pray that the Seychelles government will now step in with some form of recovery programme. And although the documentary focused on the ghettos I think this drug doesn't discriminate. It can catch anyone rich or poor..

[@uoyebut2151]

They are a very gentle people facing a lot pf hardship and adversity. Happy for him and his son. Great Documenatary.

[@angelinemwikali3691]

This is soo inspiring.Good job Fady and God bless as you continue touching people's lives through change.

[@jillc7697]

Well done Fady for this amazing documentary on the drug epidemic in the Seychelles. I just don't understand why any government would close down all the rehabilitation centres and then criticise the addicts for using when they are not doing anything to help them to get off the drugs. I don't believe the president will do anything to address the issue. I'm so glad Fady's son said nobody will make him to anything he doesn't want to do.

[@MsJayski]

These governments are puppets, it's not them in control of their own countries. Slavery has not ended and control over Africa and African territories is real

[@codeosagie]

I'm touched. Fady's son is so handsome.

[@songsaboutj]

'We will just stick by each other and do what we usually do'... his son is so wise beyond his years :) Fady, you are very lucky! Hold on to your blessings! All the best :)

[@zwer2707]

His son is a friend of mine Really good soul and a very educated guy... ✨

[@kornado8833]

@@zwer2707 i could sense

[@teekolinski491]

Oh wow, they are speaking a version of French Creole, just like Haitians. Beautiful.

[@Akinwalesegun]

formerly french colony then British hemce they sound carribbean and not african accent

[@sylviahkinyangi9892]

Yeah,they sound like Jamaicans, l'm shocked

[@islandbbbuoy7680]

@@Akinwalesegun what is African Accent?

[@lizlovesafrobeats]

@@Akinwalesegun there's nothing like African accent!!! Africa is a huge continent with over 53+ countries it's extremely diverse both in culture and language which affect the accents of several ethnic group, seeing that you're nigerian I'm surprised by your ignorance

[@stephanieelizabeth7306]

Its called kreol seselwa meaning seychellois creole. It's sad my country has come to this.

[@michawilliams1521]

I love this documentary. You can see in the reporters face how how hard it is and I'm so glad he's trying to beat his addiction. It is a one day at a time strugle. Great reporting on this topic and I commend him on his openness about his past struggles and also facing those that he wronged in the past. I truly wish him nothing but the best.

[@newgirl6982]

This documentary is the sad reality that is actually happening right now in seychelles and not much is being done for rehabilitation of these addicts.Its the children that are suffering from addict parents and parents suffering from addict children.The problem is affecting the whole seychelles population because the addicts are a menace to the society and not much is being done about it.I hope that with time all this will change especially for the sake of the children suffering as a consequence of this.This methadone program does not work at all just a waste of tax payers money.The addicts go for methadone in the morning and still go for heroin during the day.As a mental health nurse I know what is happening here.So many things need to change

[@donwilliams8564]

I believe that the divide between the rich and poor is now much greater. When you stretch the two areas, you end up with a vacuum midway. Taking into account that Seychelles society is some sort of Top-Down society, dealers, criminals etc will fill that vacuum. Children/teenagers will then look up to these dealers and have them as them as their role models. Unfortunately, once you have a drug dealer as a role model, then you'll be most likely to become a distributor for them and then a user. You become a victim. Whoever is in charge needs to appreciate this great divide in the Seychelles' society, break the cycle by getting rid of that vacuum that exist or try and replace it. Easier said that done as drug issues are complex but I believe that it is doable. Sometimes and this happens in a lot of countries across the world irrespective of size, that this vacuum may be filled/occupied by some in the top echelon of society. It wouldn't surprise me if there are people other than the dealers and traffickers benefitting from this. It just seems 'too easy' to get drugs in..!

[@DorothyObwocha]

Your son is handsome and quite informed for his age. I like when he said no one can influence his decisions. My heart goes out to all who've lost loved ones to drugs. Its painful. I also hope all addicts will accept to reform like you did Fady.

[@DorothyObwocha]

@Oscar Landrum very fine thank you, how about you?

[@DorothyObwocha]

@Oscar Landrum am Kenyan and you?

[@kkadam96]

Addiction is hard to stop. However if my mom sits beside me and cry because of my addiction, that will be the end of it. I will never cause pain to my mom. This is heart breaking.

[@Beatrice.Ndungu]

Wow! A well done documentary. I wish Jude recovery and for you Fady may sobriety be your portion.

[@mghazale3046]

I wish i had a caring mum like jude🙏❤️❤️❤️. Jude plz jst try your level best.. Pick up your self man. Its not too late.. All the best man🙏🙏

[@Matoakas]

For a previous user mysel, it's first of all sad to see how widespread it is, but also how different it can be. Even if it comes from the same place - Afghanistan. In Norway too, Heroin is on the rise. Not in numbers maybe, but in terms of who are using. It's interesting to see how relatable it is, although it across the planet. Wanna give a shoutout to all the awesome moms out there! btw. I just found BBC Africa, and gotta say there's so many great docs. Like A LOT of them. On topics so different than the West. I really like it.

[@margyiphillips4931]

I didn't imagine Seychelles as this. Sad

[@teekolinski491]

Its still paradise, for the tourists and the upper class (just like any country/island)

[@Nikkinoonie]

I can’t even watch this mess. The obvious is there and BBC should address that . The people are a small part of the problem . The smuggling that’s allowed is the problem. What is this a scene from Bad Boys 2 the extended cut . Signing off from this depressing video. I pray for Seychelles and it’s People ‼️ Don’t fall for the Setup , it’s Real ‼️

[@UmvimvaniT]

My beautiful Seychelles. How could this sadness have taken over.

[@kukuakukua]

I have never watched any documentary that made me cry this much tears. 😢 Addiction is a cruel disease🥺🥺ooooh how I wish I could save each one of them

[@orangeninja912]

Addiction has a way of robbing you of your life. Keep fighting, life rewards those who are determined. Best of luck to everyone

[@judyngina2330]

Fady, you are a force to wreckon with. Your story alone, and to see what a great personality you've become will encourage someone to make better choices

[@kevinphilipsmomanyi]

Good story my brother Banane.You educated the world and in the same breath made peace with your mum and son. Exceptional story telling!

[@gabriel82030]

Heartbreaking to see young people perish like this! The narrator - a former heroin-user himself- is examplary. In his own words, 9 years on he's been off drug dependency and that's where I can see a glimmer of hope flickering for those trapped in this cycle of horrible addictions. Fady meeting his son is encouraging.

[@LebenzonTravel]

I was in Seyshels for 1 week. After watching this film I was surprised that so many people use heroin in those heaven islands.