I Spent a Day in The Dominican Republic’s Most Dangerous Slum!

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In this video, I visit The Dominican Republic's Most Dangerous hood, LA 42 de CAPOTILLO. Many locals warned me not to see this area in Santo Domingo due to safety issues, but I wanted to experience both sides of this country. I explore and meet with the community to discover what happens here.
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[@Im-a-student]

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[@esthervanda7401]

Nobody is with you 😅. Wode maya

[@christianmpassi3450]

Tayo is the best documentary maker in Africa. Way above most of the KZbinrs crowd (and the many clowns found in "content" creation)

[@techwithtee8721]

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[@PhreeVSD]

True, he’s currently the best!

[@alpha_vision]

​@@techwithtee8721Both are two good friends and we loved their contents. Don't mind the haters

[@LinhJones-LifeinAfrica]

*_Love it, it’s amazing to keep up the good work!_* 😍😍

[@soukainamartin7243]

I live in Santo `Domingo and after seeing your first video, which I loved, my first thought was that this video was unnecessary. all cities have low income areas where security is an issue. but after watching this video, I have to say this was the most thoughtful portrayal of a low income neighborhood I've ever seen anywhere, portraying in equal measure the challenges, the beauty of the culture where it's allowed to shine, and the power of hope and change.

[@davidrobinson5265]

It looks ok to me, as long as you treat people with respect and don’t go in looking for trouble, I would feel safe even as a white man.

[@rkt9137]

It’s good to see all parts of a country this is necessary to bring awareness that Dominican Republic has hoods just like everywhere else.

[@VillaJuana2.0-wc4oy]

Videos like this are not welcome from a forainer, especially someone that comes from a african country, no country in Africa where he's from has better lowlife areas than DR, do not belive you will get good response from any dominican wathcing this video.

[@mtp715]

​@@VillaJuana2.0-wc4oyyou are pained cuz an African exposed your bad hoods 😂

[@pingueeh]

Tayo Aina, I'm not worried about you showing poor neighborhood, I'm outrage that you point out lies and do not show the sources.you specifically point out things that might be far worst where you come from.honestly if you spect to get some money out of this video, won't be from Dominicans.

[@laberli4434]

Gracias por visitarnos y mostrar nuestra gente amable 😊 🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@reginahuber]

These are the neighborhoods that teach you the truth about a country. Visited them in places like Brazil (where I lived about 5 years), South Africa (where I spent several months in Joburg and elsewhere), Ghana (Accra seemed quite safe to me, even in vey humble neighborhoods), Cameroon, and also when I spent time in the Dominican Republic many decades ago.

[@berthekabwe871]

Majority of African countries are quite safe. Only problem is pickpocketing or petty theft which is common on the continent. With the exception of S. Africa where gun violence is an issue.

[@kinglanzy3665]

Gotta Salute Tayo for taking the risk to visit there…..But we gotta remember Tayo is Nigerian 😂😂 ain’t no one have heart of stone than a Nigerian.

[@dave-000]

😂😂😂

[@ChukwujiGodstime]

That's true bro 😂

[@Tashas_Travels]

This is true. Even i fear Nigerians lol 😂😂😂

[@koladejoseph3118]

Okan alagidi

[@Claraberl]

😂😂😂

[@howardcash8301]

Tayo! This is DEEP! POVERTY is a challenge in life, The need to better oneself is a must! Thanks for going DEEP into their community; into their humanity! Yeah!

[@storytime.820]

One day l will wake up and this man will be at 1M🚀

[@godwinjoseph2125]

Hello Tayo, I watched one of your video where you talk about buy a passport that can grant to access to the UK ,USA,Canada etc. Please how can I start the process and approximate how much would the cost me? Please this urgent so I will need an urgent reply with details please. Thanks you and waiting to hearing from you. Joseph Godwin Tochukwu is my name.

[@phillyop338]

As I always say, I like Tayo's videos before watching them and I wish I could subscribe over and over again.

[@DonArmandoRobles]

Much respect to you Viva República Dominicana 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@richmondbaiden2644]

Does Tayo have a background in Journalism because he effortlessly delivers a professional presentation on his videos. Always soft spoken yet detailed, articulate and spot on narrations about the hardcore events that he reports. He and Wode Maya are my fav youtubers.

[@mymindandyours8128]

I love the fact that you highlight the beauty in places...I respect that

[@elutolulope]

Respect to Tayo for taking this risk to make this video. You keep outdoing yourself and i must say this documentary is top notch, it's definitely a mainstream media standard

[@neliathen638]

We speak spanish, no french or english. No everyones use drugs. If they don't have to buy food, less will have to buy drugs! Do not exagerate your comments, it is a poor neighborhood only. Being poor does not mean they are the worst of Dominicans, from there, good people come out from barrios.

[@jubernardi23]

Yeah! And close the poor in Latin America countries is better much more than African and ME and even same case in Asia. Favlas in my country(Brazil) have everthing but the biggest problem is because sometimes are dangerously. And also a very small percentage live there about 8%

[@itsjvstBen]

That’s another banger right there.. I’m obsessed with Tayo’s every time.

[@juliatripp2010]

I tol found myself going from fear for you to wishing I could visit and understanding how people who grew up there would choose to stay; why they felt deeply connected. It felt like 'home.' Great reporting ❤

[@habofanoemabathoana9861]

I watch your videos all the time because I want to travel the world cost effectively. I did not expect this. This for me is your best video by far. An absolute classic. Well done 👏🏿👏🏿

[@adedoyinogunnowo2829]

lovely Tayo, there is never a dull video from you. The scripting and content put together are always on point.

[@piusnagba374]

wow! Tayo really went above and beyond on this one. I commend your relentless effort and sacrifices to showcase different parts of the world that don't make to big screen.

[@storyzamtaa]

I’m such a fan of Tayo👌🏽❤🎉 from Kenya 🇰🇪 with love.

[@Mi_ke042]

Damn. Man we really needed this video. More enlightenment to the world. Thanks man

[@pianomusiccentury]

It's wonderful, I wish you and your friends happiness and peace❤

[@derickesong9039]

Amazing video! That transition in 7:50 was too smooth 🔥🔥 Keep doing your things 💪🏽

[@Justflyaway7]

BELIEVE N JESUS CHRIST Dominican 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴 I Pray ThankU Jesus hallelujah and amen ❤❤❤ from auckland new zealand 🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@OloRishaCreole504]

Fairytales

[@jorgeduran7168]

amen

[@jackthegod9988]

LOL

[@Hi_8664]

Amen

[@PashaOCE]

Amen

[@ehimaosama8490]

Thanks Tayo for giving us contents like this constantly.

[@yinka.africa]

This is the only way we will see the real. One of our own showing us without bias or pre planned narrative. It's powerful.

[@BusayoOgunlaja]

Takes alot of gut and passion to do what you do tayo. Much respect bro

[@kelechiitiba7799]

Wow!!!! Tayo, you are indeed a courageous person,Thanks for always taking us along even when it’s so dangerous.

[@redbullvodka5696]

Bruh getting that 2nd passport smashed it for you 🔥🔥

[@kemikemi]

Just BRILLIANT! ...Thank you! Tayo for all these adventures vicariously through you. God bless!

[@alexisantoniolopez1002]

As a Dominican I have to say that it is a good video although many of the information given is not entirely true, starting with the fact that there are not 100k people living in Capotillo but around 40k according to the last census, and although sexual tourism and prostitution are problems real in Rd it is not true that it is the one that has the highest rate of this in the Caribbean you have Cuba, even all the small islands in the Caribbean have this same problem, the same thing about teenage pregnancy is very recurrent throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, Capotillo in terms of crime is Disney Land compared to the dangerous neighborhoods of Puerto Rico, Jamaica, even Tirnidad and Tobago, which surpass the DR in homicides and by many

[@Aric_1]

I don’t understand why you have the need to bring other islands into this documentary . The documentary is based on the tiny island of Santo Domingo and the problems that the island is facing today with prostitution, poverty and violence. There is no need for you to mention the island of Cuba and any other islands since this documentary is based on the island of Santo Domingo. This documentary is not based on the islands that you are mentioning or any other countries, we don’t have nothing to do with this documentary. Seems like the truth hurts and you want to put all the other islands and countries in the same boat.

[@VillaJuana2.0-wc4oy]

​@@Aric_1 agree with you, this video has a lot of inconsistencies and is not welcome from someone coming from a far worst country then ours. i did not enjoy this video, not acurate.

[@VillaJuana2.0-wc4oy]

Agree with you 100%, this video has a lot of lies and is not welcome from someone coming from a far worst country then ours. i did not enjoy this video, not acurate.

[@alexisantoniolopez1002]

@@Aric_1 I didn't bring the other islands into the conversation to throw hate, what happens is that the same video makes a comparison between the DR and the other Caribbean islands, an example of this when he says that it is a Caribbean country, with prostitution he is indirectly making a comparison. and nowhere in the video did it hint that any of the problems discussed in the video are not real

[@jubernardi23]

For sure he is wrong! Your situation economic is much better than them and is the most economic stable in Caribbean region

[@nestamax]

Thank u Tayo. It was different and gave me a whole perspective of life

[@SuperVexal]

The rule you skimmed over reads " Do not Urinate in public spaces or streets" the rule you meant to highlight is the one under it, first time watching great content!

[@MyFashionManual]

Wow Tayo, great job. Salute to your courage. Keep up the good work. I can’t wait to see your show on an international network soon.

[@LukaMutyaba]

That was brave buddy. Keep up the good work.

[@greyjourneyman1135]

you're the real deal big respect for putting together this masterpiece of a video

[@_Swill_]

That water so clean, you’ve got someone bathing right into it.

[@desmondagbale6632]

This is 'heart in mouth' stuff, Tayo. That was some serious risk you took going into La 42. I admire your courage, and at the same time my heart melted seeing people live in such a place. I wish the government of the DR would show its presence not just in crime prevention, but also in real development. Well done, Tayo. Well done.

[@emmanuelehisojo808]

The fact that they had power(electricity),that's a plus.

[@TheBeautyofAfrica]

You're doing a good job with your contents. I love it

[@femifasusi453]

@TayoAinaFilms, this was a bold move. I love the transition from the luxury to the 'getho' side of the DR. I just wonder, how come those who have escaped this danger and hardship are not working with the authorities to give back to the communities, especially the most deprived part s of the DR?

[@diaryofagaman]

Thank you for this insightful video. Support from Ghana

[@fideliaokonkwo6782]

I just started following and subscribed. Stay safe, Bro 🙏🏿

[@Slaybylace]

This is very informative. Another great video and the level journalism is amazing. I love that they protected you while you were there.

[@Raq457]

Thank you for the great video Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 is growing rapidly from probity to a middle class country.

[@kanadiankorner]

This! This is the way! Your content, the care you take. The respect you give. Your approach and your personality and dedication. All this! You sir deserve all the success comingyour way. Other YTers should take note. All the clout chasers, the algorythm slaves making content often carelessly. You sir are the template of how things should be done. Blurring faces, asking permission, not taking advantage, the humainity, your humbleness. I wish others could be 75 percent of what you do. I love your approach and look forward to all of your videos. Amazing. Thank you for all of your hard work. Looking forward to what's to come in the future. I am glad to have been following you and seeing your growth and success. 👍

[@dancehallleagueja]

Dung a Town - Definitely reminds me of downtown Jamaica. It's not always pretty, it's important to see the gritty as well.

[@sabrinafree1261]

Great video, thanks for doing the hard work and sharing.

[@calylao8668]

Just subscribed & I love the content. Great way to show parts of countries that we normally don’t

[@olajideakinpelu3495]

Great video as always brother! 🙂

[@kgee1576]

Once again, great content. Thank you for sharing both sides of the coin, Tayo. Big love and respect to the people you always connect with who are willing to grant you access into their most scared spaces for the world to see.

[@Indaami]

Boss, I really consider you as my guiding angel, and I eagerly anticipate meeting you.

[@loladealonge8503]

This great video God will guide and be your Alfa and Omega Amen 🙏, wish you best of luck ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Kal-El207]

That’s my country. Thats my people. Always and forever. 🇩🇴 ❤

[@ofu_rhay3349]

At the beginning of the video I was so scared for Tayo 😫. Thank God nothing bad happened to you

[@Teddyirumva]

Thank You bro❤ for sharing! And make sure that you are not going to be arrested like shooting what they do not want to be exposed😮 Chris Must has arrested..

[@73tydy]

Good informative video 👍🏽

[@lakebafondren5868]

I saw a lot of young people (under 45 years) in this video. Where do the elderly go? What is their standard of life? What is their fate?

[@princenikki]

Great video, I always commend the research and story telling you do! Sets you apart.

[@dayronbon]

Thanks for sharing respect ❤👊🏾💯

[@keechiO]

Hmm Tayo, be careful o! Sometimes it's not worth it but thanks for showcasing anyways

[@Bofsteel-e7y]

Good content, charity begins at home,it time you show us something about Nigeria such as borno state ,just to see exactly what goes on there or AJE GUNLE city

[@joye5761]

Absolutely correct and nothing stops you from making a video, showing us your sh**h**e country. If you feel there are good places there, show us too in addition 😊☺️.

[@testimonyadeyemi4640]

Thank you Tayo, we love you. ❤& 💡

[@nickm2294]

I’m Dominican and yes this is probably the most “dangerous” hood in the DR but DR overall isn’t dangerous. There’s hoods in the US more dangerous than this. If you have no jewelry or lots of cash and don’t disrespect nobody you’ll be alright.

[@JohnIsaac-dg4oc]

Boss, it's the security that normally open gate for you at monada apartments, I forgot to tell you that am your biggest fan.

[@belemasworld1106]

Thank you Tayo for going the extra lenght.

[@kapillantigua1504]

The concept of La 42 rn is changing the most dangerous hood in DR it to a safe and turisty place.

[@reimonpaula1106]

It's not a tourist place

[@loktstar-kongotronix]

Yo this Area Looks a Proper Party Place Bro !!! Nice....Nice Gyal everywhere 🔥🔥🔥

[@biaebaa8345]

Finally. Been checking for day's

[@tekkeyV]

This is very good. Msy Gid continue to bless you for such sn insightful job you're doing

[@ejehaminat999]

MAY GOD ALMIGHTY CONTINUE TO PROTECT AND GUIDE YOU TAYO FOR YOUR BRAVE AND SELFLESS ACTS. STAY BLESSED🤍🤲🏾✨️

[@jessicasanes9424]

This was amazing!! 🎉

[@DonJose86]

Something seems wierd about the guy who brought him in the 42 i never heard a dominican local with the accent he had

[@proud_african]

Road to 1million subscribers!!!!🎉

[@thefutureproduction485]

My bro. Your such a an inspiration

[@_____David]

Big ups 💪 man. Keep going 👍👏

[@Mrvamvam]

Tayo is just the best

[@albertsteiner1111]

I lived in Los Mina long time ago I visited Gualey and El Mercado

[@DjPathingranking]

1M subscribers soon ❤🎉😊

[@Airic]

this was very very very well put together... salute. *subbed and liked*

[@valentineike2163]

Bro please be careful we still love you 💞

[@el_kay155]

Can’t wait for you to reach 1m subscribers mehn!

[@IsraelKalu-ji7dk]

Mr Tayo try and visit Kuala Lumpur Malaysia trust me you will have your best time. Theirs other part of Malaysia to visit like penage Langkawi. Along of place bro

[@jaymaniak407]

8:38 thats the sound of a Suzuki Ax100

[@FasanAyomideOpeyemi]

Thanks for this video, it will englithen us more, and please be careful.

[@Its_superdave09]

Quite a shocking & revealing episode Big ups Egbon Tayo for the bravery of being able to document this, I literally could imagine your heartrate, it'd been so irregular 😂 Well done!

[@dave-000]

7:50 best transition I've seen today 👌

[@mahngoboy5311]

That shot laced it

[@reimonpaula1106]

The 42 It's not a tourist place 😅😅 I am Dominican

[@nkemgift]

This is so in depth . Thank you

[@Abbyozie]

This Is Journalism. Give it up for the best to ever do it. TAYO AINNNNAAA

[@Thrive..3]

you should definitely go to Nepal to explore its culture....

[@riri4219]

It’s nice you portrayed both sides of DR! But be careful it’s not everywhere you should go and take a camera and make a video! Especially when they don’t want to be recorded!! Not worth it to risk your life just for a KZbin video

[@Welltraveled8732]

Love this channel

[@adegokeaiki1842]

Well done Tayo, I was really scared for you at the beginning mehn💯😂

[@MadzibaNgaubokwe]

La 42, that's a real gangster name right there.

[@RA-qb4gl]

Excellent video. Thanks you

[@jentrelyfrankson6829]

I think they sing over some of Jamaican music in Spanish language and they sound pretty good. I would love to speak Spanish soo I can travel to other Caribbean.🇯🇲

[@greyfox3931]

Looks fun! People that are not from the hood see it a bit different.

[@Officialbutterfrog]

a little fun fact from someone that was born in Dominican Republic, the government doesn't care about its people now here me out he doesn't care about the people of Santiago that live in the countryside and Ama give you some examples.fisrt of all the food quality for school are ABSOLUTE GARBAGE my friend one time when he ate at the cafeteria got food poisoning from some scrambled eggs and rice and he quoted(the eggs taste artificial)another thing is that the food derived from a dinner that infamous for having a rat infestation and not approved by the fad or the law bc they simply don't care, the second part is the power outages and the power company scamming the population and not keeping there promise now you may ask what is this promise well to put it short the promise is when pay to have electricity in your home its seposed to be 24h7 now from this you should assume that its like that but no there are constant power outages to a extend where it comeback after 3 days even and according to the United States law( this can count as breech of contract)the worse part of this is that they don't compensate people for this and I know some people that had there electronics damaged from this heck my grandpas fridge stoped working and he had to by a new one.and the last part is the police and the hospitals, the police here are absolute garbage they are simply not equipped for a job like this especially in the country side where I have seen multiple people getting mugged or even shot and the criminals GET AWAY WITH IT BC THEY DONT BOTHER INVESTIGATING.Not only this but the police even beg people to give them money bc they sometimes don't even get payed from the higher ups and the hospitals ohhh boy, some of the hospitals are know to false diagnose patients to export money out of them or there are cases where the hospitals are not placed in every city so some people who get sick which the majority of the time is old people they either get there in time or they actually end up dying which I have seen in happen in sanjuan be honest the majority of the country money goes to corrupt politicians and the republica Dominicana instead of the other parts of the countryside almost like there trying to hide the poor part of the country by making a illusion this is honestly disgusting and the reason why I hate my own country🙁

[@mikecowan-tu6up]

Road to 1 million subscribers bro