- A South African woman documents her journey to build her mother a house, replacing the shack they called home for over 20 years
- The emotional video opens with a glimpse of their cramped shack, highlighting the hardships they have endured
- It then showcases the incredible progress that has been made, from laying foundations to raising walls, the determination and love of a daughter for her mother
Source: UGC
In a touching story of resilience and friendly love, a South African woman has captured hearts on TikTok with her journey building her mother a house, finally replacing the shack they called home for over two decades.
From shack to sanctuary
The woman, @lebogangmalebebegan her video with a dark reality: a glimpse into the cramped, corrugated iron shack she and her mother have shared since 2002.
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The hardships etched on the weathered walls resonated deeply with viewers, who saw the physical limitations and emotional toll of such living conditions.
But the video wasn’t just about the past. It was a testament to hope and determination.
Alongside the initial images, the daughter showed off her incredible progress on her ambitious mission.
From laying the foundations for raising solid wallseach clip was one step closer to building not just a house but a shelter for her mother.
Watch it video below:
The peeps congratulate the woman
The daughter’s story is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, dreams can take root and flourish.
In the comments section, many netizens praised @lebogangmalebe’s efforts and showered her with love.
its.laozagirl wrote:
“Congratulations Take this advice from me, post things when they are done and also pray for your mom and yourself, some people are not happy.”
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“All the best ❤️❤️❤️next time o post Hao qeta cause hoka Ema fela kaso as we know hona ledi friends and family tsesa thabang.”
BongaJali said:
“Wayisusa phansi mtakama oghle nomusa kuzokusula.”
sasagp1 replied:
“Congratulations mtase, may the Lord God expand your territory. konke okubiwete nagama lakho naleli lomndeni lushabalele. kuphumulele konke okufisayo.”
Bridgette commented:
“This is not an easy task so good for you and sowuphumele vele ngoba INkosi is there.”
IamwhatGodsayIam said:
“My baby congratulations khutu okahuilaa akusyona into encano inkulu kakhuku jehova akubusise wena and omani wakho.”
Man shows off mobile home on TikTok
YEN.com.gh reported that a Nigerian man showed people a video of a portable house, which could be moved anywhere the owner wanted.
The house, which was beautifully painted, had a tiled floor, bathroom and toilet and could be lifted and placed on the owner’s plot.
TikTok user Oladele, who posted the video, said all one needs to own the house is a plot of land where it could be placed.
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While some said they wanted the house, others said the thieves could steal the entire building.
Source: In short.co.za