Eastern Cape villagers still waiting for water from 20-year-old scheme
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A water scheme that began 20 years ago to supply thousands of households near Mthatha, Eastern Cape, is still unfinished.
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What happened
A water scheme that began 20 years ago to supply thousands of households near Mthatha, Eastern Cape, is still unfinished.
Why it matters
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Common ground
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Follow-up questions
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