24 hours in pictures: SAMWU marches in Johannesburg, Haiti searches through rubble and more
Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.
On October 27, 2026, the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) held a march in Johannesburg, demanding the immediate payment of Political Facilitated Agreements (PFA) benefits that were agreed upon in 2016. These benefits were intended to address historical salary disparities among municipal workers. The march took place at the City Manager’s Office, where the workers sought immediate action on their unpaid salary claims.
In Mexico City, members of the community were preparing a massive Day of the Dead altar. This annual tradition serves as a tribute to deceased loved ones and is a significant cultural celebration in Mexico.
Meanwhile, in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince, rescue efforts were underway as people searched through the debris of buildings affected by a devastating earthquake. The images captured the grim reality of the aftermath and the ongoing struggle to save lives and rebuild.
In Seoul, South Korea, a fire broke out in the Guryong shanty village, located on the outskirts of the Gangnam district. The scene showed the cross tower of a church amidst the smoke and flames, highlighting the vulnerability of the area’s makeshift housing structures. The fire prompted immediate response efforts to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of the residents.
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