Taking a stand against citizen abuse, one pothole at a time

Poor service delivery from government is something that every South African has battled with. Millions of impoverished citizens sit without water, electricity, properly schooling and housing while corrupt officials loot and plunder. Other problems like crumbling road networks don't only damage vehicles, but endanger lives too. After waiting for local government to do something about the potholes in Roodepoort, the local community has decided to take action themselves - fixing potholes and doling out upgrades. Community member Dave Baxter and Amy-Claire Morton of the IRR joined the BizNews Power Hour to discuss this uplifting story of active citizenry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices