A broke TikToker has posted a video showcasing her life before payday, and it’s causing quite a stir online.
The video has struck a chord with many viewers, who see their pre-payday struggles mirrored in her experience.
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TikTok user @katlego_wamopedi shared a candid look at her life before payday, resonating deeply with many South Africans.
In her video, she revealed her nearly empty electricity box and the last bit of toothpaste she was using sparingly. Her raw honesty resonated with viewers, who empathised with her struggles and praised her for shedding light on a common reality.
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She went on to reveal her half-washing soap. She later, in the video, replaced her empty toilet paper with a roll of serviette paper. The video pans to an empty fridge and ends with a bowl of cornflakes to emphasise the end of the month’s struggles.
The TikTok video touched many people online, as the high cost of groceries is a daily contest for many South Africans.
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