Are these people really cutting off their big toes for money?
Times are tough and people will resort to anything to make ends meet...
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This viral phenomenon has us in complete shock. It has been shared that several residents in Zimbabwe are cutting off their toes and selling them due to the high cost of living in their country.
This has started to become a norm in the country as many do not know what else to do to make ends meet.
See some of the heartbreaking images of their feet below:
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In Zimbabwe, people have started selling their toes for thousands of dollars. This is due to the high cost of living and failure for the government to create jobs. The toes is being bought at $40,000 dollars (N16m) While the smaller ones at $20,000 dollars (N8m) pic.twitter.com/WfyphuYred
— The 9 (@InnocentZikky) May 30, 2022
It is a commonly known fact that a big toe and toes in general are essential.
The big toe plays an essential role in arch stabilisation during a mid-stance and during the take-off phase when walking and running. Without this stabilisation, the foot would have limited-to-no shock absorption capability, and very limited propulsive force.
The pinkie toe is the smallest toe but it's still crucial in helping you to maintain your balance.
These two toes are the common toes that are being sold.
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Due to a lack of job creation, this is what the people have ultimately resorted to.
The market for these body parts is large, with some toes going for R320,000 to R620,000 ($20,000 to $40,000).
The difference in cost is directly proportional to the size.
Sadly, People don't even know that each Toe, is MAJORLY tied to a part of the Body, by neural activities.
— Petra's BodyWorks 🎐 (@Petra_BodyWorks) May 31, 2022
The big Toe...?
It has a lot to do with your brain function
If some Toes are cut, they'll CERTAINLY affect A PART OF your Lungs and Stomach and Liver.
This is Unfortunate
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What sparked this phenomenon is a group of people who are from the Ximex Mall. This whole conversation started with social media posts.
Although we are unable to verify exactly what's going on in this area, a source has confirmed that the story is just something which one guy jokingly shared with his colleagues and has now been blown out of proportion.
“I can’t really deny or confirm such activity at Ximex Mall but what I have gathered is that this whole issue was blown out of proportion after a few guys shared it as a joke."
Many users have opted for a humorous response, saying that people are doing "cryptoe to foot their bills", while others are distraught that someone would resort to this for money.
More will be shared on this developing story if available.
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Image courtesy of @InnocentZikky / Twitter