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Yard rescue for Zola, 86: fallen trees and overgrown beds

Fallen branches and overgrowth are blocking Zola's path; a few hours of help would make a big difference.

๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ 2003, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa498 views
Zola Ngcobo
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Johannesburg
I'm 86 and I have lived in this house in Johannesburg for 45 years. After the storm in August, two large branches and a fallen fence have blocked the back door and the garden path. I can no longer manage them myself because of a recent fall. The council has told me it will be ten weeks before they can send someone. I'd feel much safer if it were cleared sooner. Help needed: someone with a chainsaw, plus a few people with rakes and gloves. I'll provide tea, sandwiches and the green waste bags. A few hours will do. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
effort
3โ€“5 hours
format
In person in Johannesburg
skills
chainsaw, gardening, hauling

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  • Bappy Dipu Molla ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ

    i live about 19 km from Johannesburg. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Francisca Patrรญcia Cunha ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท

    I've done this kind of work for 22 years and can give you a few hours. Can bring a friend.

  • Radha Renu Subedi ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต Accepted

    I live about 12 km from Johannesburg. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Smit C. Jadhav ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

    I've done this kind of work for 13 years and can give you a few hours Free this month.

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