South Africa: in Johannesburg, residents reclaim their streets

Residents of Johannesburg, South Africa's largest metropolis, are mobilizing to reclaim the city's public spaces.

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The fact

This initiative responds to years of urban decay and insecurity affecting residents' quality of life.

The movement illustrates a local civic dynamic of restoring social bonds in neighborhoods.

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