Not only is this practice a punishable offence, but this negligent behaviour creates health risks and the spread of diseases in their areas is relatively high.
It costs the city approximately R170m per annum to clean up street littering and illegal dump sites - money that could be far better utilised in building 7,350 RDP houses, acquiring 588 new ambulances or any other projects to bring the city up to world-class standards and providing basic services.
"It is imperative that businesses and residents work with us to ensure that all our waste is disposed of in the proper manner," says Musa Jack, executive director of waste minimisation strategy and programmes. "Pikitup has various garden and landfill sites where residents can dispose of builder's rubble and other forms of waste. Residents are also urged to use registered companies like Pikitup for their waste removal needs."
Residents who witness incidents of illegal can report it to the metro police at +27(0)82 467 9434 or Joburg Connect +27(0)11 375 5911 (after hours) or +27(0)11 375 5555 (office hours).
