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Homeless People Could Be Fined For Refusing Shellter In Cape Town

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The City of Cape Town safety and security portfolio committee has approved amendments to the street, public places and prevention of noise nuisances bylaw. It could result in homeless people being fined for refusing offers of shelter.Image: Kevin Sutherland
HOMELESS PEOPLE COULD BE FINED FOR REFUSING SHELLTER IN CAPE TOWN

Cape Town homeless could soon be fined if they refuse offers of shelter

The City of Cape Town safety and security committee has approved amendments to a bylaw which could result in homeless people being fined if they refuse a “reasonable offer of alternative shelter”. Chairperson Mzwakhe Nqavashe announced…

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