“He’s the Foreman Already”: Toddler Enjoys Pap and Vleis With Construction Workers, SA Touched

• A wholesome lunchtime moment between a toddler and two construction workers warmed Mzansi's hearts
• The short video, posted on TikTok, showed the trio bonding over a hearty meal, eating with their hands
• Social media users praised the unity, calling it true Ubuntu, and applauding the beautiful connection displayed

A cute video of a toddler bonding with construction workers reminded many social media users that small things matter the most. A clip shared on TikTok by user @jacooosthuizen went viral, touching many people online who commented with love and praise.  

The toddler shared lunch with the men

The 20-second video shows a little boy sitting with two men on a lunch break, casually enjoying pap and grilled meat with them. They're seated comfortably around a shared meal, visibly relaxed and vibing like long-time friends.

The toddler, tucked between them, was fully in the mix, grabbing a piece with his hand like a real champ. Even with the busy background of what appears to be a worksite, their bond shines. There's no noise, no flashy edit, just pure connection, food, and chilled vibes.

Mzansi reacts with love

Social media users couldn’t stop gushing over how beautiful and natural the moment was. Many said the moment wasn’t just a lunch break, it was Ubuntu in action. Some pointed out how kids don’t see race and only see people, saying being close with the construction workers will teach him their language. Others were deeply touched and praised the toddler's parents for allowing him to bond with the men, saying he would learn to speak their language.

User @Seipati Edmund Phasha said:

"The South Africa we want. It's a pity we let Elon the racist drag us back, but we will make it work again. The devil has no power over us."

User @motape paul shared:

"Kids know no colour, race. We're all human beings. Salute to this young boy 🙏💯."

User @zhsmsos added:

"To his parents, I hope you're aware you're raising a great young man, let him learn other languages too."

User @MamVundle_Yirhakazi said:

"I am not happy. Where are the little ones' work uniform, safety shoes and all, because he is also on duty?"

User Boltt commented:

"He's going to grow up a hard-working man who understands what hard work is. Thank u guys."

User @Lwazi said:

"He's the foreman already."

Watch the TikTok video below:

Child eats a tasty nutritious meal

The clip was shared on 25 May, and it got 788,000 views. The doting dad regularly shares cute snippets of his little one on his TikTok page. In another viral video, the child is seen trying out pap and spinach with their domestic worker. The adorable interaction had fans gushing about how the child will grow up big and strong from such a healthy meal.

Pap and spinach are a nutritious and affordable meal for children. Pap, made from maize meal, is a rich source of carbohydrates, providing important energy for growth and daily activities. In South Africa, maize meal is often fortified with vitamins and minerals, including iron, folic acid, and vitamin A, to help fight micronutrient deficiencies.

Spinach is packed with essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, and vitamins A, C, and K. These nutrients support healthy bone development, boost the immune system, and promote overall growth in children. Combining pap with spinach creates a balanced meal that satisfies hunger and contributes to a child's nutritional needs.

See the TikTok clip below:

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Hilary Sekgota, Human Interest HOD at Briefly News, contributed to this article.

Source: Briefly News