Oscar Pistorius, the former Olympic runner, has been navigating life under strict conditions since his release from prison in January.
Oscar Pistorius sweeps church floors for a living
Pistorius now resides with his uncle in an affluent suburb of Waterkloof, surrounded by high security including armed guards and protective dogs.
This phase of his life is far removed from the Olympic tracks where he once competed.
As part of his parole conditions, Pistorius has taken up voluntary janitorial work at NG Kerk Waterkloof, the church his uncle attends.
His responsibilities include light maintenance and cleaning, providing him with a structured daily routine amid his otherwise isolated life.
”He’s too toxic’: Pistorius rejected after trying to re-enter Paralympics
Efforts by Pistorius to reintegrate into the sports world have been met with resistance.
According to reports, he recently reached out to the International Paralympic Committee, proposing to collaborate in some capacity.
However, his approaches were swiftly rejected, with committee members labelling him as “too toxic” to associate with.
“He’s too toxic to work with now. There’s nothing for him here,” one committee member told the New York Post.
When will the public hear from Oscar Pistorius?
Currently, Pistorius faces numerous restrictions on his ability to communicate with the outside world.
His parole conditions prohibit him from using social media, giving interviews, or writing about his experiences.
Moreover, he is not allowed to contact Reeva Steenkamp’s family and is subject to random checks by a parole officer, as well as mandatory alcohol and drug testing.
According to content editor Barbara Friedman, Pistorius will not be able to make any public statements until 2029, which limits his ability to personally reshape his narrative or engage with the public in any meaningful way.