How coronavirus inspired a gangland truce
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How coronavirus inspired a gangland truce in South Africa

An unprecedented truce has broken out in the notorious, gang-infested townships around Cape Town, as rival gang leaders stop their endless turf wars and instead bring food to struggling households.

With South Africa currently in the middle of a lockdown to try to control the spread of coronavirus, many people in poor communities are struggling to buy the goods that they need.

Reporter: Andrew Harding; producer: Karen Schoonbee; camera: Barnaby Mitchell.

  • 08 Apr 2020
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