"Askies, Mama": Mzansi Woman Apologises for Becoming a Security Guard, SA Reacts
- A young hun touched the hearts of many people on the internet after a video of her apologising to her mother surfaced online
- The lady expressed how she is a security guard in the TikTok footage, which caught many's attention
- South Africans reacted to the stunner's clip as they flooded the comments section expressing their thoughts
- Briefly News spoke to psychologist and relationship expert Penny Holburn on the importance of a mother-and-daughter relationship
One woman in Mzansi touched the hearts of many people through her heartfelt video, which she shared on social media.
Source: TikTok
Woman apologises for becoming a security guard
The clip of the hun has since gone viral on the internet, gathering loads of views along with thousands of likes and comments within a few hours of its publication.
While taking to her TikTok account under the handle @zazambokane1 took the opportunity to extend her apologies to her mother, saying the following:
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"Askies, I am sorry, mama, I ended up being a security guard."
@zazambokane1 did not envision herself in a security job, but had to take it due to life’s circumstances. Like many, she had dreams of a different career path but ultimately had to make ends meet. Her emotional confession resonated with social media users who understand the struggles of unemployment and the realities of the job market.
People questioned why she felt the need to apologise, arguing that security work is an essential and respectable profession. Some also pointed out that many people in South Africa are forced to take jobs outside their field of study due to limited opportunities.
Watch the heartfelt video below:
Why is a mother and daughter relationship important
While speaking to Briefly News Penny Holburn shared that the foundation for a woman's emotional, social, and psychological development is essential that they have a present mother and form a motherly and daughter bond.
"Mothers are often a daughter’s first source of comfort, guidance, and love. A strong bond helps build emotional resilience and confidence. Daughters often look to their mothers as role models. The way a mom handles relationships, challenges, and self-care can influence her daughter’s own life choices."
She went on to say that open communication in a healthy partnership teaches daughters how to express themselves and deal with difficult emotions.
"Positive reinforcement from a mother can boost a daughter’s self-esteem and help her form a strong sense of identity and self-worth. Mothers often pass down life lessons, cultural values, and practical advice that shape their daughters' perspectives and decision-making."
SA reacts to woman's apology to her mother
Mzansi netizens flooded the comments section as the hun's story sparked an important discussion about job dignity, financial struggles, and the importance of perseverance. Many sympathised with her, encouraging the young woman to embrace her job with pride, while others reminded @zazambokane1 that no work is shameful.
Celeste said:
"Nothing wrong with being a security guard. You have a job and can put food on the table. Be proud of what you do girl."
Mambo Rambo Rampora expressed:
"Better days are yet to come your way Miss CEO or tomorrow."
Chippa shared:
"Worked as a security before, and I enjoyed every moment, embrace it."
Dr. Lamondro commented:
"There is nothing wrong with that. You are getting your own baby girl."
Scotch advised the woman saying:
"Hustle is hustle baby. Mama be putting food on the table. And that's wassup."
SASAP replied:
"That’s just a path you have to walk through, keep going. You definitely will be where you want to be, you will tell your journey one day, (nothing wrong to be a security guard)."
Godwin Manuel commented:
"Never be ashamed of your job and I'm sure your mom is proud of you. I am a guard myself and I make the most of it."
Source: TikTok
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Penny Holburn (Founder of Penny Holburn Coaching) Penny Holburn is a life, career and business coach running her own coaching business since 2010. She has spent 20 years as a consultant in psychological assessment, organisational development, personal and business change, leadership development, coaching and counselling. Penny has majors in psychology and industrial psychology and an MSc Cum Laude in psychology and has completed a Senior Management Development Programme through Wits Business School.
