Watch: Bougee the Bougainvillaea brings smiles to Krugersdorp
What started with a stolen pot has blossomed into a viral community story, as The Potfather and Bougee the Bougainvillaea bring humour, kindness and smiles to residents.
A potted bougainvillaea on Paul Kruger Avenue in Monument has become an unexpected local sensation, thanks to Richard Oosthuizen, better known as ‘The Potfather’.
Dubbed Bougee the Bougainvillaea, the plant became the star of a viral CCTV video series after its pot was stolen and later returned. Richard and his family decided to share the footage online, turning the unusual incidents into a light-hearted story that has captured the community’s attention.
Watch the first episode here
Spreading local kindness
Bougee has since inspired acts of kindness, including two children who stopped to water the plant and leave a note for The Potfather.
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Richard says the positive response shows how something as simple as a plant can bring people together and spread a little happiness. He also hinted that more kindness initiatives are planned for the Krugersdorp community.
Make sure to get your hands on a copy of the Krugersdorp News’ November 13 edition for the full story.
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