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In case you missed it: Snow to hit Joburg? | 18 KZN councillors assassinated | Deputy mayor on uncollected rubbish

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In case you missed it: Snow to hit Joburg? | 18 KZN councillors assassinated | Deputy mayor on uncollected rubbish

South Africa's weather may bring a surprise this long weekend, with snow possibly falling in Johannesburg. Independent weather forecaster Juandre Vorster predicts snow could occur in the Gauteng capital on Monday, 10 August. Model projections suggest up to 30 centimeters of snow in areas most favorable for the event. Meanwhile, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has revealed that a minimum of 18 councillors have been assassinated in the province since the 2021 local government elections.

Premier Ntuli expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the brutal murder of eThekwini Municipality councillor Sibusiso Khwela, who was shot in his office by a lone gunman. In Joburg, deputy mayor Loyiso Masuku apologized to residents for the city's streets being filled with uncollected rubbish for over a week. The situation was exacerbated by 300 contract workers striking to demand permanent employment.

To ensure continued service, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department had to assist Pikitup in collecting the waste. Pikitup estimates that resolving the backlog will take up to a week, contingent upon the absence of further disruptions or security threats.

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