Inside South Africa's Biggest White Slum

A few years ago I watched a documentary about a group of roughly 300 poor white South Africans living in a place called Coronation Park in Krugersdorp which is located just outside of Johannesburg.

I have seen white South Africans living on the streets before but I have never seen a whole informal settlement of poor white South Africans. I wanted to see this place for myself So I made the journey to Coronation Park in Krugersdorp and when I got there. There was no one there. So I asked some of the locals where they had gone and I was told that they had been moved from coronation park to a small section of a predominantly black township called Pango Camp, Munsieville.

Join us as we uncover the story behind this unique community.

[jancovanderwesthuizen]

Around 6:01 there’s a mistake in the subtitles, that oom isn’t saying “I’m not resisting”, he said “I’m not racist”. In Afrikaans it has one more syllable, rassisties, which is why it came out a bit strange

[nortesur]

I'm from Colombia and I will show this video to my fellow citizens here. They think that outside my country everyone lives in luxury and abundance. Respect to this people for being part of this interview..

[jerryn]

Poverty is so sad. I am African (black) and so sad to these people suffering. I hope as a continent we can pave a new way to prosperity. Everyone is carrying pain from the past but we have to overcome and create the future we need.

[kaylat]

This administration is putting many families in difficult situations. A lot of people are financially struggling to live, put a roof over their head and put food on the table. Things are getting worse these days, if you don't find means of multiplying your money you might wake up a day to realise you didn't plan well for yourself and family…

[FairytalesZA]

this made me realise how grateful i should be for where i am in life and what i have.

[TrevlynWyngard]

Love how respectful you are in your approach, asking for permission to film and speaking in a manner that isn't belittling. Great work.

[oliviergerard]

Watching from France. This is journalism. Didn’t expect to see this tonight. Earth can be a strange place, and what a determination to live, such a lesson. Things are not to be taken for granted. Thanks to the team.

[cameo]

"Our fathers before us did this to South Africa"

Appreciate the man's honesty, ngl

[nicminit]

I’m a white South African from a middle class family, born in 1987. My grandfather was a builder in Durban (RIP Pops) who obvs interacted with black labourers, he learnt fluent Zulu, and so did my dad growing up. It was awesome to see them interact at a meaningful level and the banter was epic. Most conversations were catching people out and ended in hysterical laughter.
Videos like this remind me of that. It also reiterates how our SA politicians from apartheid until now have never done anything different. It’s more a class war than a race war. They dangle carrots getting people to feel like we hate each other for our race when we don’t.
Well done on this interview - it was tactful and demonstrated how caring and important your community is.

[yener]

Such a different doc compared to when foreigners come and interview them. Great job man. Very balanced and sincere.

[halien]

Wow, I knew this guy from school. It's absolutely heartbreaking to see where people end up sometimes from having so much and the dream life and then losing everything. It really makes you appreciate what you do have. 😢

[A_Green_Olive_Tree]

I discovered your podcast just recently !!! I can say it is very educational especially about the reality of South Africa.

Through your channel, I see South Africa in a different eyes, the ignorance is removed from me.

[jeffbland]

BLACK AND WHITE TOGETHER ALL HUMANS AND WORTHY OF LIFE

[bumblebee.]

The camera angles and editing skills are insane!!! Thank you for continuing to open our eyes to what's going on in our country.

[crushmash]

What an excellent respectful interview, the tall lady was very open to share, which is wonderful. Everybody just has a right to be happy be peaceful

[freddyrose]

That couple is actually really sweet, I wish them the best

[DarshanNaidoo]

Josh, these documentaries are world-class. Keep up the amazing content! Thank you for helping us see the world through different lenses

[lisarussell]

This is heartbreaking but I'm relieved to see how they take care of their animals. As it seems to be a constant in humanity, those with the least give the most.

[kiakat]

It’s touching that he still goes out of his way to show compassion and care for the dogs. Really interesting and raw doc.

[hlengiwemasondo]

7:10 I can never blame young white South Africans for what happened years ago ever. I have a 3 year old that I am teaching well and can never blame other people. I hope u know not all black people blame. I have respect for everyone black white, coloured Indian. Poor or rich . Life can change any minute, never look down on anyone ever