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Johannesburg reopens renovated Lilian Ngoyi Street

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The second phase of the rehabilitation of Lilian Ngoyi Street was officially opened in Johannesburg, South Africa. Traders hope that improved roads and infrastructure will increase safety and boost economic activity in the city centre, reports TimesLIVE.

The second phase of work to rehabilitate Lilian Ngoyi Street in Johannesburg city centre was officially opened on Monday. The City of Johannesburg marked the reopening of the renovated route, according to TimesLIVE.

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