The impasse between the City of Cape Town and the refugees is not showing any signs of letting up. The city remains firm that the only relief it can provide to the refugees is access to night shelters.
between the City of Cape Town and the refugees is not showing any signs of letting up.
Refugee leader Chrispin Mongwe said the group would not move unless instructed by their attorney. They have also instructed the city to liaise with them via their advocate, Charles Simon, who confirmed they were in talks with the city about night shelters but could not make any final decision on behalf of the group.
Refugee leader JP Balous was arrested at the Cape Town Central police station after Human Right Commissioner Chris Nissen laid a charge against him.Meanwhile, following complaints by business owners, employees and residents around the area now occupied by the refugees, the city will return to the Western Cape High Court on an urgent basis for further relief.
Last Sunday, the city executed an order granted by the High Court to implement its by-laws. Smith said: “The Greenmarket Square operation was conducted with little resistance from the refugees as everyone involved in the operation understood the process and were given several opportunities for assistance in reintegrating into their communities. The city is in the process of assisting the refugees with reintegration where they have indicated their willingness,” he said.
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