Here’s when Pikitup expects Johannesburg’s refuse collection backlog to be cleared
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department have been assisting with security to ensure the collection of refuse.
Johannesburg's refuse collection backlog is expected to be cleared by Tuesday, 11 August, according to Pikitup. The city's waste management entity anticipates resolving the issue, except for one depot, by this date. However, the success of this recovery plan hinges on the absence of further disruptions or security threats. Pikitup is working through the backlog during the weekend, including the Monday public holiday, with all 12 of its depots actively involved.
The backlogs primarily affect areas serviced by the Avalon, Marlboro, Randburg, Waterval, and Roodepoort depots. These depots have been particularly impacted by a strike involving contract workers demanding to be absorbed into Pikitup as permanent employees. Bins in these areas have been collected under the supervision of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) to ensure the safety of staff.
Law enforcement agencies have continued to provide security support to protect Pikitup's employees and vehicles. Contract worker impasse negotiations between the officials and protesters have not yet yielded significant results. While some progress has been made, the main sticking point remains the process of recruitment. Pikitup prefers to advertise job opportunities to the broader public, while the workers insist on a process that would allow them to compete among themselves.
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