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From Desperation to Hope: Boy Seen Collecting Cans at Soccer Match Gets Life-Changing Help

A heart-wrenching video of a young boy collecting empty cans during a high-stakes soccer match between Ngezi Platinum and Scotland FC at Rufaro Stadium on Sunday has sparked nationwide debate and ultimately led to a life-changing intervention.

While thousands of fans were engrossed in the match, the boy was seen fighting for survival, a stark contrast to the joyous atmosphere in the stands.

The viral footage, which made rounds on X (formerly Twitter), ignited an emotional response from citizens, with many calling for urgent assistance for the child and his family.

Some netizens questioned the state of child welfare in the country, while others rallied behind the idea of ensuring that the boy’s right to education, as stated in the Constitution, was upheld.

Touched by the overwhelming response, Member of Parliament for Mabvuku-Tafara and Scotland FC owner, Scott Sakupwanya, stepped in to offer a helping hand.

In an inspiring turn of events, Sakupwanya not only committed to paying for the boy’s education but also extended his generosity to his three siblings, pledging to enroll all four children in a boarding school.

The goodwill gesture did not stop there. Recognizing the family’s struggles, Sakupwanya facilitated their relocation from the crumbling Mbare Matapi flats to a more stable home in Mabvuku.

The boy’s parents, who had been separated due to hardships, have now reunited and secured employment. The mother has been offered a job at Sakupwanya’s restaurant, while the father has been appointed a goalkeeping coach.

In a heartwarming video shared on social media, the family was seen dining at Sakupwanya’s restaurant, with smiles replacing the despair that once clouded their lives.

The parents expressed their gratitude, overwhelmed by the unexpected kindness that has given their children a second chance at life.

“This is something I never imagined. To see my children going to school, to be together again as a family, and to have a job—it’s a blessing,” the mother said, her voice breaking with emotion.

Sakupwanya’s act of generosity has not only changed the course of one boy’s life but has also reignited hope in a system often criticized for failing the vulnerable.

AFROGAZZETE

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