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Subject: Re: What to bring to South Africa Posted on: Mon, 9 Apr 2007 11:18:16 +1000

For what it's worth, my view on this is that it isn't a good idea, as a
tourist, to be handing out gifts to local children - especially candy bars.

If you want to help the local people there are plenty of organisations out
there that would be happy to use a donation from you, or you could even
donate directly to a local school.

Giving gifts directly to children just fosters a culture of dependence that
encourages the children to skip school and hassle tourists.

Just my 2c. Others may have contrary view.

Regards

Michael