Disaster● LowJul 13 · Jul 13, 2026, 2:15 PM
Old cars and taxis hugely responsible for Johannesburg pollution
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from businessday.co.za · South Africa
Old cars and taxis are identified as major contributors to pollution in Johannesburg. This highlights a significant environmental concern for the city.
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