Survivors of South Africa's horrific building fire now live in fear of guns
Summary
Survivors of a deadly building fire in Johannesburg, South Africa, continue to live in challenging conditions. Some residents have moved back near the burned Usindiso building, while others live in temporary camps where safety is a concern due to frequent shootings. Efforts to find them permanent housing have not been successful.Key Facts
- A fire broke out in the Usindiso building in Johannesburg, killing 76 people two years ago.
- The building was abandoned and later occupied by people who needed housing.
- Survivors fled the fire by covering themselves in wet blankets.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa described the fire as a wake-up call for housing issues in Johannesburg.
- Many survivors have not found permanent homes and have been relocated to areas with poor job opportunities.
- Some survivors returned to live near the ruins of the Usindiso building to find work.
- Safety concerns persist in survivor camps due to frequent gun violence.
- Temporary settlements lack basic sanitary facilities for about 800 residents.
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