South Africa: Johannesburg burdened by 1.3 billion dollars in debt

The Johannesburg municipality, the country's economic capital, has been flagged for its massive 1.3 billion dollar debt that cripples public services.

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This disastrous financial situation seriously affects infrastructure and services to citizens of the country's main city.

The debt crisis illustrates challenges in municipal management and governance in South Africa.

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