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Angolan residents decry bridge's poor state

Residents of Boa Esperança 2 in Kicolo are concerned about a deteriorating bridge and waste accumulation.

Residents of Boa Esperança 2 in Kicolo, Angola, are expressing deep concern over the deteriorating state of a local bridge, which poses daily risks, particularly for students. Barreto Pascoal, a resident, called for the communal administrator of Kicolo to engage with the community to address the infrastructure's problems.

Pascoal stated that the bridge's condition reflects broader issues in the community and that administrators must be close to the people to understand their realities. He added that the accumulation of solid waste and poor access roads worsen the difficulties faced by inhabitants.

Other residents, including Mingo Castro, emphasized the urgent need for authorities to act before a serious incident occurs, noting that people are forced to use the bridge daily despite its dangers. Cristiano Bolevo highlighted that infrastructure and sanitation issues directly impact families' quality of life.

Why it mattersresidents of boa esperança 2 face daily risks due to a decaying bridge and poor sanitation.