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Thandi M.

Observatory · 2h

Anyone know when Albert Rd is getting fixed? Third tyre this month in our street.

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Lerato N.

The pothole on Albert Rd got reported last week too. Ward office says crew this Thursday.

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Sipho J.

Confirmed, I saw the cones go up this morning 👍

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Thandi M.

Legend. Thanks for keeping us posted.

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Thandi M.

Observatory · 12m

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Water supply back on along Lower Main Rd from 4pm, per the city update. Anyone on Station Rd still dry?
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Kwame O.

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Who's going to the night market Friday? Saving a table for anyone who wants to link up 🌙
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Ama's Bakery

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Fresh sourdough out at 7am. First 20 baobab regulars get a free coffee.
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