Free State Road Repairs Led by Elderly Women

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In Free State’s Metsi-Matsho village, frustrated residents, led by older women are filling potholes and digging trenches to fix roads neglected for decades. With taxis, buses, and even ambulances avoiding the area, the community has taken matters into their own hands while awaiting municipal action. POV spoke to journalist Tladi Moloi

3 Sep 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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