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Los Angeles – Reflection on Violence and Looting: A Call for Change

In a shocking display of lawlessness, a recent video captured scenes of violent looting in various locations throughout Los Angeles. The footage shows groups of individuals ransacking a gas station, a beauty shop, and a cellphone store, leaving destruction and chaos in their wake. Such incidents evoke a sense of despair and alarm about the state of humanity in the face of unchecked criminal behavior.

As someone who has seen similar chaos unfold in South Africa, it is disheartening to witness this kind of lawlessness take root in the United States—a country that I hold dear. What is noticeable in these instances of looting is that crime recognizes no color or ethnicity; it is simply that—crime. The looters in these videos were comprised of diverse backgrounds, illustrating that the roots of criminal behavior are not confined to one race but span across all communities.

This violence and vandalism raise an essential question: What has happened to our sense of humanity? As we grapple with social injustice and its consequences, we must strive for peaceful avenues for expression and dissent. I firmly believe that everyone has the right to peacefully demonstrate their grievances without resorting to theft, violence, or harm to others. When we approach our problems peacefully, we can communicate our messages effectively and foster dialogue instead of division.

Humanity’s strength lies in our ability to lift each other up in times of need, to stand together against social evils rather than succumb to them. As I reflect on the values we must uphold, I call on individuals to embrace responsibility and maturity in our actions and engagements.

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In my own journey, I am committed to fighting social evils not just in the United States but also in Zimbabwe and South Africa. I am launching a self-sufficient farming business with the intent to create employment opportunities and contribute positively to my community. However, starting this venture requires capital, and I am reaching out for support. If you can spare any amount—whether it be $20, $50, $100, $250, $500, or even $1,000—I would be incredibly grateful for your generosity. Every contribution will aid in the creation of jobs and sustainability for those affected by socio-economic struggles.

You can support my cause through PayPal at donations@makumbirofafarms.co.za. Your contributions will not only empower my business but also play a part in fighting the social evils that plague us all.

Finally, let us come together in solidarity and pray for communities like Los Angeles and beyond. In moments of turmoil, let us choose to be voices of reason and harbingers of change.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to my heartfelt message.

Sincerely, 
Collen Makumbirofa 
www.makumbirofafarms.co.za 
cmcm74420@gmail.com 
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