Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis intends to initiate legal proceedings aimed at removing 'illegal occupants' who have built homes atop municipal infrastructure.
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis plans to remove "illegal occupants" from municipal infrastructure, which is exacerbating the city's flooding issues
An analyst told Briefly News that there was an urgent need for long-term solutions and humane relocation handling while humanitarian aid efforts continuedCape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said illegal informal settlements blocked drains and exacerbated flooding issues. Images: Shaun Roy and Per-Anders Pettersson.
The mayor's announcement has sparked various experts' and activists' responses, highlighting the situation's complexity and urgency.that while the mayor's intention to clear infrastructure blockages was understandable, the focus must also be on long-term solutions, especially with"These include improved urban planning and the development of sustainable housing alternatives.
"Especially when alternative accommodations are not adequately prepared. We urge the city to ensure that any removals are conducted humanely, respecting the dignity and rights of the affected individuals.
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