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“Our entire livelihoods are coming to a standstill” says waste picker – News from GroundUp

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“Our entire livelihoods are coming to a standstill” says waste picker: Informal sector workers’ plea to be included in UIF provisions during the lockdown
Source: GroundUp News.

Illegal dumping site stinks in Mfuleni: Residents want wheelie bins, bin bags and regular garbage collection
Source: GroundUp News.

ANC members accused of selling land for illegal occupation: Angered community leader responds by selling sites for just R1
Source: GroundUp News.

A message for police and soldiers: We support what you’re doing but do it gently: Our constitutional democracy should not be placed at risk by the Covid-19 lockdown
Source: GroundUp News.

Academics raise alarm over by-law restricting water testing: The City says research in its nature reserves is allowed but only with permission
Source: GroundUp News.

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