Homeless brothers survive Ondangwa streets

A life overshadowed by fear and constant hunger
Aged between nine and 12, the brothers were kicked out of their home and now survive on scraps from the streets while living in an abandoned building. 
Enzo Amuele
  • 10 Month Ago - 2023-06-21 01:00:00
Three minor boys claim to have been abandoned on the streets of Ondangwa as a result of a family confrontation that left them destitute and alone.Their struggle to survive in the a
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