Peter Francis: My worst Christmas gift was a regifted deodorant set that I, in fact, gave to a friend for his birthday in that year. He clearly did not like it or even forgot I gave it to him. Photo: Peter Francis
Everyone has received at least one Christmas present that totally missed the mark – from odd gadgets to clothes that don’t fit. They may disappoint in the moment but often turn into the funniest stories told year after year.
Louise Schaap:For Christmas, I bought my sister an amazing gift to the value of R4 000 and she gifted me a slab of chocolate. Photo: Louise Schaap
Nicky Meiring:Those who know me know I’m firmly Team Buy the Bakes. I once got a cocktail muffin recipe book as part of a work Secret Santa. Photo: Nicky Meiring
Lauren Webber-Froneman: My worst Christmas gift was a combined one for my birthday and Christmas. My parents gave me new tyres for my car. Photo: Lauren Webber-Froneman
Pauline Houghton: Many years ago, my mom gave me a musical ashtray for Christmas and I don't smoke so I was left puzzled by the gift. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
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Zamokuhle Ndawonde is a journalist who loves community-based stories. She covers stories within the community, ranging from good news to hard news and sport, using skills such as video editing and photography to engage people in different ways.
