The Kimberley Prospector

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[WATCH] Galeshewe Chokes: Unchecked Landfill Fire Spews Toxic Fumes

KIMBERLEY – A thick pall of toxic smoke hung over Kimberley on 20 February, the result of a smouldering waste fire at the city’s Municipal Dump site. The blaze, visible from the N12 highway and Galeshewe, sparked serious concerns for the health and environmental well-being of Kimberley residents. A concerned cyclist, while riding on the […]

The Dangers of Burning Trash: The Long List of Health Risks of Toxic Pollutants

The Dangers of Burning Trash: The Long List of Health Risks of Toxic Pollutants

Burning trash is a common practice in Kimberley, but it can have serious health consequences. When trash is burned, it releases toxic chemicals and pollutants into the air, which can cause a variety of serious illnesses. Ward councillors, municipal and environmental inspectors, and everyone else who is responsible for enforcing environmental and health regulations in […]

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