Waste collection in Joburg: An update on the latest Pikitup strikes

Refuse collection uneven in Randburg as Pikitup and workers trade blame – The Mail & Guardian

Refuse collection remained uneven across large parts of Randburg this week, despite assurances from Johannesburg’s waste management company Pikitup that normal operations would resume following a strike by casual workers demanding permanent employment. Waste collection had effectively collapsed again over the weekend, leaving some residents without service for more than two weeks, Democratic Alliance ward 99 councillor Hendrik Bodenstein said. “…

Waste collection in Joburg: An update on the latest Pikitup strikes

Joburg residents affected by recent waste collection disruptions can expect services to resume, following swift action from Pikitup and city officials. The City of Johannesburg confirmed that normal operations will continue after a meeting held on 27 January 2026 between Pikitup management, organised labour unions, and representatives of casual workers. Councillor Jack Sekwaila, MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services, said the meeting a…