“We’re Sorry To Hear That”: SA Reacts as Zim Activist Speaks on Life in Zimbabwe in Facebook Video
- Zimbabwean political activist Brett, who lives in South Africa, opened up about life back home in Zimbabwe
- He explained how economic collapse and government corruption have forced millions of Zimbabweans to flee the country
- South Africans reacted with sympathy online, with some admitting their own country is also struggling to cope
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A Zimbabwean political activist living in South Africa shared a Facebook video explaining why many citizens continue leaving their homeland. Posted on 7 July 2026, the clip aimed to help South Africans understand the economic and political hardships he believes millions face daily.
His message quickly attracted attention as people debated Zimbabwe’s situation and the challenges facing neighbouring countries.
The activist, Brett, described an economy where jobs are scarce, public services are struggling, and many families survive because relatives working abroad send money home. He argued that these conditions have forced countless Zimbabweans to seek employment and stability outside their country rather than build their futures there.
Brett explains why many Zimbabweans leave home
Brett painted a picture of daily life shaped by unemployment, unreliable healthcare and deteriorating infrastructure. He described hospitals without enough medical supplies, roads needing repairs and communities dealing with limited electricity and water supplies.
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He also claimed that only a small percentage of Zimbabweans enjoy comfortable lifestyles, while most people struggle to meet their basic needs. According to Brett, many social media posts showing luxury lifestyles do not reflect the reality experienced by the majority of citizens across the country.
The activist further argued that many Zimbabweans living abroad support relatives back home through money sent every month. He believes those financial contributions have become essential for many households trying to survive difficult economic conditions.
Brett also spoke about political freedom, claiming government critics and opposition activists face serious consequences for speaking out. He said these conditions discourage investment and make it difficult for businesses to operate without political influence, leaving many citizens with limited opportunities.
South Africans share mixed reactions
The Facebook video generated hundreds of reactions from South Africans who expressed different opinions about the situation. Several sympathised with ordinary Zimbabweans, saying they were saddened by the struggles described in the video and hoped conditions would improve.
Others encouraged neighbouring countries to stand together against abuses of power and support Zimbabweans seeking a better future.
Watch the Facebook clip below:
More about life in Zimbabwe
- A South African woman travelled from SA to Zimbabwe to attend a family wedding and shared the full experience on TikTok.
- A Bulawayo street vendor has gone viral after being filmed feeding a small animal hidden inside a pouch.
- Zim government has approved new minimum wages for domestic workers and employees in unclassified operations, with the revised pay structure taking immediate effect.
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