Diepsloot residents desperate for food amid coronavirus lockdown

Diepsloot residents desperate for food amid coronavirus lockdown

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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In Diepsloot, South Africa, residents face severe food shortages amid a five-week lockdown. People queue from early morning, hoping for food parcels that often don't arrive, leading to anger and blame directed at President Cyril Ramaphosa. The situation has escalated to violence and looting. Community groups attempt to distribute food, but the demand far exceeds supply, causing chaos and desperation. Despite efforts to secure more resources, the need remains critical, overshadowing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.

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