Former ‘Generations’ Actor Roderick Jaftha Appeals for Donations: “I Don’t Have Food for My Kids”
- Roderick Jaftha has taken to social media to request donations as he struggles to provide for his family
- Japhta revealed he can't afford rent or food for his four children, with two still in school
- He also mentioned difficulty getting acting gigs due to his fluency in only English and Afrikaans, while most productions favour vernacular languages
Veteran South African actor Roderick Jaftha has taken to social media to beg for donations from his fans and followers. Popular for playing the role of Glen Majozi on Generations, Japhta said he doesn't even have money to buy food for his four children.
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Roderick Jaftha begs for donations
Former Generations star Roderick Jaftha has revealed that he is struggling to make ends meet. The star, a household name in the South African entertainment industry, hasn't secured a job in a while.
Speaking to ZiMoja, Jaftha shared that he doesn't have money to rent a room for himself and his family. The star said he is even struggling to buy food for his family.
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"I don't even have food for my kids today, so I'm trying to run around. I am struggling to pay rent. I have small kids, and two of them are still at school."
He noted that he contacted Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie for help, but he never received a response.
Roderick Jaftha talks about struggling to get gigs
The star added that he has been struggling to secure jobs because most new productions require people who speak vernacular languages like Zulu or Xhosa. He can only speak English and Afrikaans.
"Since I only speak Afrikaans and English, it is hard for me to get those roles. I have been getting gigs, but nothing significant."
What you need to know about Roderick Jaftha
Celebrated for his role as Glen Majozi on Generations, Roderick Jaftha became a household name known for his distinct flair that made him both admired and disliked.
He left the show in 2002 but continued to act in several productions, including Villa Rosa, where he played Dr. Anthony Jackson until the series ended. Sadly, he found himself out of work after these roles and his life began to unravel.
Roderick shared that his passion for acting ignited long before he saw a South African black actor on television, making him realise his true calling. He acknowledged that his pride may have played a role in his current struggles, admitting that maintaining connections with former colleagues could have helped him escape his "unemployment rut" sooner.
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