Dikgatlong Municipality in the Northern Cape has received a backlash from residents of Smithsmine near Barkley West after failing to provide them with basic services. The former mining area which comprises of more than 100 households has had no water, proper sanitation and electricity for more than twenty four years. The residents claim all they have received are empty promises from the municipality. Neria Hlakotsa filed tthis report...

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