A South African father has become a topic of lively discussion after announcing he would not buy Christmas clothes for his son, who recently turned 18.
The man, known as the head of “Mzansi’s Greatest Family,” declared that his financial focus this festive season would solely be on his youngest daughter and his “queen.”
The announcement left his teenage son unhappy and vocal in his disappointment. Reports reveal that the young man complained bitterly about the decision, arguing that he still deserved to partake in the family’s holiday traditions.
However, his father stood firm, stating that reaching adulthood marked a transition where one should begin taking on responsibilities rather than expecting such privileges.
“My youngest daughter is still a child and deserves the joy of new clothes during Christmas. My queen, of course, will always be a priority. But my son? He’s now a man,” the father explained unapologetically.
The incident has tickled many South Africans, with some applauding the father’s stance on instilling responsibility while others sympathize with the son.
Social media has since erupted with varied opinions, with many reflecting on their own childhood experiences of holiday traditions and responsibilities.
By Kenyans