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In the capital, Antananarivo, the traveler observed severe inequality, with the city only boasting a handful of modern establishments like KFC, which is perceived as a luxury dining option due to its cost. The stark realities of poverty were evident, as locals struggled to make ends meet in a city littered with beggars.
The Struggles of Daily Life
Venturing further into the daily lives of the locals, the traveler encountered individuals engaged in backbreaking work merely to survive. From a woman hand-washing clothes in a public place to children bathing at the side of a gutter, the scenarios were heart-wrenching. The traveler visited a family living in a cramped room meant for six people, underscoring the dire conditions faced by the locals.