Nearly three quarters of GCC refuse fleet grounded

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

In session: Waste collection has been a perennial thorn in the side for city fathers. PIC: KAGISO ONKATSWITSE

Only eight of the 28 vehicles in the Gaborone City Council’s refuse fleet are operating, with the mayor saying the situation has led to poor collections and unpleasant smells.

In his second full council address yesterday, Kagiso Thutlwe described the situation as a major challenge that residents have complained about for months.

“It must be an indictment on the council leadership that the city is often plagued with unpleasant smells due to the failure to collect waste in time.

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Nearly three quarters of GCC refuse fleet grounded

Only eight of the 28 vehicles in the Gaborone City Council’s refuse fleet are operating, with the mayor saying the situation has led to poor collections and unpleasant smells.

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