Chasing Smiles In Zimbabwe Ep. 1
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- Опубліковано 30 січ 2023
- In this episode I am invited to visit the Drummond Farm 80km from Beitbridge on the Bulawayo road where we hand out some soccer balls to a local school. From there I visit Sebakwe Recreational park where I stay for the night before heading to Zvimba to a community run tennis coaching clinic where I hand out some tennis rackets and tennis balls and then head for Harare for a get together.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank you Bruce for Rackets,tennis balls,soccer balls and not forgetting the smiles you brought us here in Zvimba, Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe. This episode will go down the memory lane and thank you so much once again
Hey Tinashe. It's a pleasure my friend. Thank you for organising and doing what you do for the community. You and all those that supported me are the one that deserves the thanks.
Hope to see you again soon.
Amazing work Tinashe, am inspired!
Murikuita zvakanaka vakomana dai zvikaramba zvakadaro. Next thing is to organise tournaments which Im sure you are already doing
I was coming to say the same thing
@@tamukachikanyairo9792 chero paine rutsigiro zvicharamba zvakadaro
What a fresh approach to overlanding, combining overlanding with the Chasing Smiles. I'm inspired, thank you Bruce! Keep up the good work!
its a pleasure and thank you for watching and commenting.
Once a Zimbabwean will always be a Zimbabwean,till end of time. blood is in you Bruce.good work for your work,inspiration like this is needed for all the Zimbabweans who are in Diaspora who wished to come back home and you are in the calling your fellows.let the spirit of Zimbabwe strengthen you and your family always.
Thank you very much and it’s my pleasure.
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hello Bruice, i dont normally comment on Social media, but the World need more Bruces, and im moved i will be a tiny Bruce in my own way.
May whatever you believe in keeps you going and be protected from evils of this world. let there be no mistake you might be doing this journey for funny but, these memories will stick in kids' mind forever. We love you Bruce you our Zimbabwean Star.
Wow thank you so much for the awesome message Ron. Really appreciate it
Thank you
Thanks for sharing Bruce. Great to see such happy kids, very heartwarming. One of the many things I miss about Zim are the friendly people.
It's a pleasure and thank you for watching and commenting John. Yes people are still very friendly in Zim. I think this is half the reason its such a great place to visit.
Thank you sir
This is amazing Bruce. Thank you for loving Zimbabwe
It’s a pleasure and thank you for watching
Thank you Bruce for putting smiles on all those kids faces. Also thank you for showing me Zvishavane, Mashava and Sebakwe (my dad was a miner). Places I grew up in. Being so far away from home this brought a smile to my face.
That's so awesome to read Gerald. Thank you for letting me know. I hope you get to go back and visit one day.
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When she said "Mombie", I couldn't help but laugh. Reminds me of my friend. Great video and all you are doing for these rural kids. It's always nice to see how beautiful my country is.
Thank you Clem. Yes it’s such a unique name. Very happy this video bought a smile to you.
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I have not cried in a very long time but this made me weep. I'm watching for the 3rd time i just can't believe what i'm seeing. i'm declaring you a true son of the soil. This is ubuntu.
I’m sorry it made you cry. Thank you so much.
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@@OverlandingwithBruce Anytime brother.
Oh was tearing up!! Thank you so much Bruce for all you did for those kids...their smiles are so heartwarming...the love you have for Zimbabwe is undeniable ❤️🇿🇼🙌🏾
It’s a pleasure Fadzy. I’m only just starting :)
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ah well
Great stuff Bruce.. and to all those who supported you on such an amazing initiative. That farm looks stunning…. Please go back there because sadly I no longer can.
Thank you Steve. Yes all that supported me deserve accolades too.
I hope to go back to that amazing farm soon.
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The community support for those countries who went through difficult and tough times, is so important and the people will benefit enormously. Thank you Bruce, the Drummond family and others who support this course.
Absolutely Werner and we can all make a difference no matter how small.
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Those 2 first boys gratitude was heart warming. Bless them , Bless you too Bruce
It’s awesome to experience. Thank you so much for the support.
Just love Zim, the people, culture and nature, i used to live at Kariba back in the early 90'ties when i was just a kid - what a wonderland to grow up in amazing! was back in 2017 and are planning a month long motorbike trip in some years.
What a brilliant place to grow up. Love Kariba and can’t wait to go back.
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Wow good people still exist in this world ...I thought I knew Zimbabwe but NO,your work Bruce I'm touched...May God bless you,this is amazing 👏 🙏 ❤.
Thanks so much Tinashe and same to you. It’s an amazing country with amazing country and hopefully by spreading this in my videos we can all make a difference.
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Welcome back to Zimbabwe🇿🇼Thank you so much for making those kids smile 😃
Thanks so much Shelly. I can not wait to visit again.
I must say watching the children's reactions and seeing their smiles is very rewarding.
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The first boys you gave the soccer ball reminded me of how happy I was when some cyclist who were passing through our village in chipinge town taking a break gave us a ball, yooh the excitement was too much unfortunately it was stolen after a few days 😂 I cried a river🤣
Haha shame man. Hopefully they still have their ball
Thank you for sharing the memory and for watching
Another fantastic video
Excellent scenery
Providing the soccer balls & tennis racquets etc, is a great thing for the kids
#chasingsmiles
Thanks Bruce. 👍
Its a pleasure Stephen and thank you for watching and commenting again
My Home town Zvimba , woooow close to Manyame River😍😍.l even saw our house😅thank you very much. You made me cry with happiness
I’m sorry I made you cry but very happy you saw your house.
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As usual fantastic video. The best overlanding video by far.
Thank you so much Neil. Really appreciate that comment. Thank you for the support
Ah epic! Keep up the good work 👏🏿
Thank you and thank you for watching
Well done Bruce. Awesome to see you doing this. Great work. Cheers.
Thanks so much Fanie. Thank you for your support and I am so pleased to hear you enjoyed it
Welcome back l love your content is absolutely amazing you are making a huge difference welldone 🙏
Thank you so much Leeroy I really hope so.
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Ooooh that generous of you....a soccerball is the best gift you can give village boys and girls
Thank you. It’s all about #chasingsmiles and I certainly got lots of those.
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Good footage. Love the trips and details.
Thanks so much Michelle. Im learning all the time. Thank you for watching and commenting
What an inspiring video. It has healed my soul and spirit after being attacked and tortured for 3 hours with my son by Zimbabwe staff members last year. I wept whilst watching this. You are a good man. Wow, wow, wow. Game me hope in humanity. Would love to visit the Drummond farm.
Thank you Vanessa. I’m so sorry to hear about your ordeal but I would like to say these terrible things happen everywhere and no that doesn’t excuse it at all but please don’t hold everyone in Zimbabwe responsible. I also believe that those that did this to you were will pay one day as the wheel of justice always turns eventually.
Thank you for your very kind message and I wish you all the best with the healing process.
Must come
Wow that's impressive, good job Bruce God bless you for ever
Thank you very much and thank you for your support.
Great video. My fiancé..who is from Zim..was in tears at the end of the video reliving old memories of home
Shame man. I’m sorry about that.
Thank you for watching and commenting and all the best to your fiancé.
Wonderful video Bruce, so well done! Thank you for making so many people happy. I loved it. ❤
Thank you and thanks for watching xx
Thank you very much Bruce for taking me home and the great work you are doing for the less privileged in my home country. Am based here in SA. This makes me appreciate my country much more.
It’s a pleasure Edwin and thank you for watching and commenting
Great Job you doing there buddy. May the lord continue to extend your territories while CHASIN😊S
Thanks very much Addie and thank you for your support and comment.
i love it.welcome back
Thanks so much and thank you for watching
Great job Brucy Bruce. You are a legend. Love from Harare
Thank you Chief. Not a legend just enjoy chasing smiles. 😀
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Another amazing masterpiece. Fantastic video, kept me glued, thanks Bruce. AKOMA.
Thanks very much Casper and thank you for commenting and watching. Appreciate the support
Amazing as always. Then there is twitter where people are just angry. Probably didn’t even watch the videos. Keep at it Bruce 🎉
Thank you so much. You are probably right but I have just discovered the “block” button and will be using it for all the negative stuff.
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Man, I am back to watch this for the 4th time. Something about this video that brings tears to my eyes. That Drummond ranch at the beginning is absolutely magical. You captured it well Bruce. I like what the owners have done to the place. Such citizens in a country like our Zim are a treasure. They do so much to protect the natural beauty of our country. Well done to them.
Absolutely Raymond and they have some awesome initiatives for the communities in the area.
Thank you so much for watching it 4 times 😂 and for commenting. So happy to hear you enjoyed it
What a beautiful video! The landscape is out of this world, excellent for a high budget movie 😊
Thanks so much Noleen. That's a big compliment.
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What a great episode 👏👌❤🙌😍. Thank you 😊. Keep up the amazing work 💪
Thanks so much Bright and thank you for the support
I have just subscribed. Great adventures Bruce.
Thanks so much Marshall
Great to see children playing outside and not on devices
That’s true but most of these children can’t afford shoes never mind devices but you are right it’s so nice to see good old fashioned fun
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Been lovely watching your footages on Zim and Botswana.
You Bless me with your lovely Attitude in communicating your trips, not mixing it with "cheep talk " and Swearing .
We planing touring in future Vehicle is already rigged out and ready for touring.
Hope one day we can join you in one off your future tours.
Regards,
James Twine
Thanks so much James. Really appreciate the kind words and praise although I still have much to learn and improve on.
Have a look at my website. There maybe opportunity in future for tag along type trips.
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well.....I haven't stopped smiling from the moment I started watching
Yessssss! That's what it's all about. keep smiling Tinashe and thank you for watching and commenting
Bruce! You’re a legend for making a difference with your initiative! Good on you for bringing out those smiles! And as always, thanks for sharing your adventures with us! Great production quality! 👏👏
Thanks so much Andrew. Really appreciate the compliment.
Thank you for watching again and commenting mate
Always the best...Thanks Bruce, I always learn something new on each and every upload of yours
That’s awesome. Thank you for your support and comment
Well done Bruce, excellent initiative!!! Chasing a ball as a child is something i will always treasure, as loved it a lot, well done for achieving and creating those smiles!!!
Thanks so much Ian and thank you for your support as always
Well done Bruce and keep up the great support. Absolutely amazing making the young ones smile. God bless 😁👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you Dorothy. Hopefully I will continue to be in the position to do so.
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This has instantly become my favourite overlanding channel. I came across your youtube link on the 4x4 community page. I drive an Amarok 132kW 4x2 D/C and God willing once I can afford a good 4x4, I definitely want to start my overlanding journey. My wife is from Bulawayo and we thoroughly enjoyed watching this. Keep up the awesome content!
Thank you so much. I really appreciate that. Use the Amarok. They are great vehicles and will get you just about everywhere I have been on all my trips. Only places you may have problems is some of the river crossings where there was deep sand.
Thank you so much for your support and please send my regards to your wife.
Another fantastic episode Bruce. Love this journey through Zimbabwe and all the smiles on the children's faces
Thank you Karan. Very happy you enjoyed it. It was very rewarding seeing all the smiles for sure.
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Thank you Bruce! Well done. I am addicted to your channel!
Thanks so much Sonny. So happy to hear that. I hope you continue to enjoy the future episodes
Aaaw, you left all the kids smiling. Thank you so much. I was also smiling as i watched you pass through Sebakwe Recreational Park and Kwekwe ..my home town. You doing a great job.
Thanks so much Patience. #chasingsmiles is what it’s about
Thank you for watching and keep smiling
Fantastic work, Bruce. Looking at those beautiful smiles just warmed my heart!
Thank you Selby
amazing buddy ❤ it was great meeting you at the meet and greet 🙏 you the legend
MUFUSA!! how are you bud. Great to hear from you and hope to see you again soon mate. It was great meeting you too.
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I have been following your videos for some time now Bruce but today I had to subscribe, thank you very much for making those kids smile. I love what you are doing.
Thank you so much for subscribing. The more subscribers the more I can do with #chasingsmiles
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With each upload the filming and editing is getting amazing and amazing
Thank you so much 😀
Well done Bruce! Travel, with purpose....
Thank you Paul and thank you for watching and commenting
Great video Bruce. Zimbabwe is so beautiful. Love the look on the kids faces. We took school supplies and soccer balls to a school in Livingstone. Great feeling.
Thank you. Brilliant. Nice one Doug.
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It is so inspiring to see what you do and to follow your journeys across Africa. Well done and save travels.
Thank you so much Deon. I’m very fortunate that I can do it.
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Tears of joy I'm so happy may God bless you in everything especially healthy wise
Thanks very much. All the best and thank you for your support
As with all your episodes I’ve watched another awesome trip! Thanks Bruce for sharing the journey🙂 I love the chasing smiles initiative and wouldn’t mind tagging along on a trip like this. 🤪
Thanks so much for the support and comment Lionel.
Thank you so much for bringing smiles to these young people and also showing us the beautiful country we so love…… even though it’s making me homesick, I love love the video😊, Tatenda 🙏🏼
It’s a pleasure Rachael and thank you for watching and commenting, so happy you enjoyed it
Really enjoyed this one. My Zimbabwe
Great job Bruce.keeping Zimbabwe memories alive.looking forward to more zim videos
Thanks very much Bernard. Really appreciate that and happy to hear you enjoyed it.
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Thank you very much Bruce ,I just can't stop crying,to see those kids smile,may God bless you
Thank you Mary. I hope they are tears of joy. :) Thank you for watching
The best video yet!! Attendance for all your support you give Zim, my fave African country
Thanks so much. I am always trying to improve so very happy to get comments like this.
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Heaven is for pple like you Bruce and everyone that donated and supported this initiative. You see those 2 boys that you gave the ball to first. That could have been me growing up in rural Zim. You never can tell where someone's life will end from humble beginnings.
Bless you Bruce
Thanks so much Raymond. I will forever wonder and think about these children and where they end up. At the very least at least there is a bit of excitement and happiness and hopefully will bring the communities together for a soccer match or two also. Hopefully I get invited one day. :)
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Great adventure Bruce.
Absolutely. Thank you Vusa
This is lekker hey Bruce! I love how those two (orange & yellow t-shirts) couldn't believe their luck. Thank you for bringing some cheer & smiles to these kids
I was so sorry I missed the best part where they were cheering and skipping up the road but at least I got some of it. Hopefully this will inspire others to do the same.
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Thank you Bruce for this great work, this is indeed heartwarming and soul touching. Be Blessed
Thanks so much and thank you for watching
Thanks for the awesome work Bruce, Your influence and impact is way more than you can imagine. I think of the ripple effect of these good deeds that bring smiles in the lives of the kids/people you meet and us who watch. I am inspired!
Thank you Farai, really happy to read your comment. Your comment and others like it are why I keep going.
I have no agenda and the only aim I have is to create a bit of happiness in areas where life is tough.
Thank you so much for your message and support. It’s honestly appreciated sir.
This is awesome thank you so much Bruce for your chasing smiles initiative and also showcasing beautiful Zim landscapes
It's my pleasure and privilege. Hope you enjoyed the episode.
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Heart of gold Bruce. Thank you for your charitable deeds, tinotenda.
Thank you Manatsa.usarega kutenda uye kutarisira mberi . Thank you for watching and commenting
Thank you I really enjoyed this episode and I'm watching from Botswana. I really liked that part of interviewing the couches....
Thank you very much and it’s my pleasure.
Thank you very much for watching. Did you see my recent Botswana videos? We are very lucky to have these places in Southern Africa.
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Wow ! What a wonderful initiative, thank you Bruce - maita bass ! God bless you !
It’s a pleasure and thank you for your support and for taking the time to comment
Kidz smile priceless. Bruce all i can say is thanks thanks for sharing great episode as always
It’s a please Shaun and thank you for watching again. Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome Bruce.
Thank you very much Joseph
You hve won my heart sir I was watching this episode little did I know you are such a blessed soul ,from now on will follow you through your channel
Ah that’s so nice of you to say. Thank you so much for that. Really appreciate the support
You’re doing a good job!Don’t stop.
Thank you so much. I appreciate your comment very much. Thank you for watching
What a beautiful place, and a a great charitable initiative. Good on you, Bruce!
Thanks so much Chris and thanks for the support.
It’s a stunning country to explore. Wait until you see the eastern highlands I travel through in this series.
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cannot wait for the next episode
Thank you.
Bless you Mr Bruce.great works of kindness
Thank you very much and thank you for your support
Top adventures top initiative top bloke
Thanks so much Fungai. Really appreciate your support
Ū really are chasing smiles 😊 Bruce!! coz half way through the video I was smiling_-_ 😁kk. What an adventure Bruce u never disappoint 😛. Yah Zimbabwe is now focusing on conservancy n I think 💬 this is going to benefit the country economically through "tourists"--....👍👍to the Drummond farm team, and the near conservancies e.g. Bubye valley conservancy 🐆🦛🦁🦓. I like the fact tt u took the adventure route from West Nicholson touching Zvishavane road 🛣️ dodging the tarred road passing thru Gwanda and Mbalabala towns. Spectacular scenery throughout the 🛣️ 👍👍... I am just short of words this is so epic Bruce. U are living 🤩👍 Thank u for the donation God 🙏 bless. Waiting for the next episode n I'm certain tt it will leave a smile 😊 on my face again. #Chasingsmiles!!!
Ah thanks so much Thabiso. Really appreciate the message and compliments. Zim is an amazing place to travel in. I’m very fortunate to be able to do so.
Thank you for such a nice message and for watching.
Thank you Bruce from the bottom of my heart I really enjoy your vlogs and ever positive energy having taught in the rural areas of Zimbabwe once upon a time gestures like this go a long way in the children's lives God bless you and safe travels
Thanks so much Tauya. I’m so happy to hear that.
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Wow this is touching. You're are God sent Bruce.Thank you for putting smiles on those lovely kids.
It’s a pleasure. It is quite rewarding to see their reactions and I hope that others will be inspired to do the same.
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Thanks Bruce! With tears in my eyes. CHEERS TO A BETTER ZIM AND WORLD!
Its a pleasure. And here is hoping.
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Fantastic episode Bruce .. you did a fantastic job of making a difference to one’s life .. how wonderful it is to see their happiness shining through their smiles .. beautiful people of Zimbabwe.. and a beautiful country .. .. hamba gashle Shamwari ! Stay well !
Thanks so much for watching and commenting again. Really appreciate the compliments and support. Go well.
I grew up in Kadoma, thank you so much for all the work and love you showing for Zimbabwe. God bless you.
Awesome it’s a pleasure Sarah and thank you for watching and commenting. All the best to you too.
Keep up the beautiful work sir Bruce 💯
Thanks so much, I will certainly try to.
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Loved it !
So glad. Thank you Tendayi
Great video again. Those boys you gave the balls randomly won't ever forget you.
Thank you Tichaona. That is a really nice thought.
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Well done Bruce. The road from West Nic to Mberengwe was a dirt road we often travelled on in the 60's. 100kms of rough riding. Great video. Keep up the good work of exposing the inner lands of Zimbabwe.
Thank you Mike. They are working on the first section and have tarred it but majority is still dirt.
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Bruce may the Almighty God keep you, and your supporters, patrions blessed in all your endeavours. I'm speechless and humbled by your love
Thank you Adolf. Appreciate the support
Wonderful great job indeed thanks for the donations
You welcome and thank you for watching
I just discovered you and your channel Bruce. ❤ beautiful deeds and awesome adventures
Thank you Tatenda. I hope you enjoy the channel and thank you for your support
Nice one Bruce 🙌🙌👏👏
Thanks so much and thank you for watching. Very happy you enjoyed it.
Thank you Bruce for the effort you put into this. Not only do we love the videos but they inspire people to do more. Thanks😀
Its a pleasure Mike and I really hope that they do.
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Thanks Bruce. I miss home more when I see the landscapes. Thank you for being a blessing to my people back home.
It’s a pleasure sir and thank you for watching and commenting. I hope you are able to visit home soon again . All the best
Hi I need to thank you for loving my country my u keep up good work to love us as we are not now by our leaders thank you ❤❤❤😢
It’s a pleasure and thank you for watching. All the best to you
thank you for such a wonderful gesture. God's love be with you and your supporters
It’s a pleasure and thank you for the support and for commenting
Great job.
Thank you Lloyd and thank you for watching
U never disappoint Bruce , love u all
Thank you so much and thank you for your support