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Poor Air Quality Hits South Africa's Economy and Health, Local Expert Says

Poor Air Quality Hits South Africa's Economy and Health, Local Expert Says

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Poor Air Quality Hits South Africa's Economy and Health, Local Expert SaysAs South Africa struggles with air quality issues and remains "far from complying... 07.09.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Poor Air Quality Hits South Africa's Economy and Health, Local Expert SaysAs South Africa struggles with air quality issues and remains "far from complying with WHO standards," the country is experiencing the economic consequences of this environmental issue, Mpendulo Dlamini, portfolio manager at the Clean Air Fund, told Sputnik Africa."The economic impacts of poor air quality translate into individuals or citizens losing days [through being sick] in which they may be productive and contribute to the economy," he noted on the occasion of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies. Communities need to be equipped with data and knowledge to demand clean air and take local action, such as avoiding waste burning, Dlamini added.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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