Today, April 20th, marks exactly two months since we arrived in the United States as refugees fleeing South Africa.

We came with nothing but determination. Today, we stand on our own two feet: SSC, EAD, and US driver’s licenses secured. My son and I both have full-time jobs,…

— Makeitstop (@Makeitstop73699) April 20, 2026
Today, April 20th, marks exactly two months since we arrived in the United States as refugees fleeing South Africa.

We came with nothing but determination. Today, we stand on our own two feet: SSC, EAD, and US driver’s licenses secured. My son and I both have full-time jobs, reliable transport, and we’re about to move into our own place — paying our own rent and utilities with zero burden on American taxpayers.

Every single day, we get closer to full self-sufficiency. We are not here to take — we are here to build, contribute, and repay the extraordinary privilege of calling America home.

To the United States government and the American people: thank you. Thank you for the opportunity to escape violence and chaos, and for giving us the chance to become proud, productive members of the greatest nation on Earth.

We will not waste this gift. .....