Gauteng Hostel Renovations Progress

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The Gauteng Human Settlements Department says it’s satisfied with progress on hostel renovations worth half a billion rand in Johannesburg. MEC Tasneem Motara says the three-year project aims to transform hostels into family units, with some residents already living in refurbished spaces. POV spoke to MEC Tasneem Motara

3 Sep 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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