Blindspot : Episode 7 : "I'm not allowed to be here"

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The homeless people directing traffic at intersections where lights are out are calling on motorists to recognise the vital role they play in keeping cars moving - even though they're operating illegally.

These self-appointed “freelance traffic marshalls” say if it wasn’t for them, the streets would be clogged.

As part of our investigation into road rage on the streets of Joburg we roped in the traffic entrepreneurs to find out more.

Hot 1027’s Paul Ash takes a look
26 Mar 2024 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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