“Salute”: Takealot Driver Moving From SA to Malawi Plans to Sell Delivery Bike and Start Business

• A Takealot delivery driver shared his plans to sell his motorbike and start a business when he moves back to his home in Malawi
• Facing anti-illegal-immigrant protests fears scheduled for 30 June 2026, the driver explained that he wants to build a sustainable business back home
• The video was posted on TikTok on 18 June 2026, ahead of planned protests in South Africa, sparking a massive debate
• Briefly News spoke with another delivery driver from Cape Town, Karrim Abdul, about his decision to stay off the roads while there’s a planned march looming

A Takealot delivery driver has inspired social media users after sharing his plans upon return to his country, Malawi. The driver was questioned about what he intended to do with his delivery motorcycle as he prepared to return home. His relocation comes at a tense time, as many foreign nationals have expressed fear over planned anti-illegal immigrant protests set for 30 June 2026.

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Takealot driver plans to sell his delivery bike

The driver in TikTok user @kenny.juakali’s video gave a forward-thinking response when asked about the money from selling his motorbike. Instead of using it for daily expenses, he wants to invest the money into launching a brand-new business. He explained that starting a proper business will generate a continuous income to support his family over the long term.

Watch the TikTok video below:

High tension and the choice to prioritise survival

We asked how he and other drivers are planning to stay safe during the planned immigrant protest. He said:

“We are staying off the streets and hiding indoors. Since this march is targeting foreign nationals and demanding that we leave, we are very vulnerable. The tension is far too high, and I am honestly fearing for my life.”

When asked what makes him feel unsafe about the streets of Cape Town for the upcoming march. He responded:

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“When events like this are planned, the atmosphere on the streets changes quickly. As foreign delivery drivers, we are already soft targets for criminals, and a march like this makes us feel even more exposed to targeted anger.”

Mzansi viewers praised his practical mindset and strong work ethic, and agreed that with such a positive attitude and clear vision, he is destined to find great success in Malawi.

User @HL🅰️🅱️ℹ️®️W🅰️_LETSHEDℹ️said:

"This man is very optimistic. Something many do not have. All the best for him👌."

User @Ness shared:

"I salute you. You are a man with a future. Good luck, and I am sorry for your pain of leaving, but you will go far."

User @Bela commented:

"This son will go far in life. My son donated his two bikes in China. Please donate it to someone to start in love in South Africa and see miraculous things happen to you. God's blessing on you."

User @IvSaidwhatIsaid added:

"This is why I love them, they are fighters. All the best to you, king 🥰."

User @KudzieTendy Mamina said:

"This guy is very intelligent."

User @ausbee92 commented:

"The pain on his face 💔."

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• A young Zimbabwean man who has been living in South Africa for 25 years shared an emotional post online, expressing his gratitude towards the country for providing him with shelter and education.
• A South African content creator delivered a powerful, neutral, and clear plea against growing tribalism and prejudice targeting people from Limpopo based on the colour of their skin and accent.
• A Ghanaian repatriate showed off severe physical scars he alleged to have sustained during immigration protests in Mzansi, sparking a massive online debate.

Source: Briefly News