‘Clearing up’ for the World Cup

South African cities accused of removing the homeless to create good impression on visitors.

South Africa cleaning of the streets

The World Cup football tournament kicks off in one week, and host South Africa is busy putting on the finishing touches.

But not everyone is looking forward to the tournament.

Authorities in cities including Cape Town are being accused of clearing the poor from the streets to create a good impression on visiting fans.

Al Jazeera’s Haru Mutasa reports.

Source: Al Jazeera