Merafong group to sue government over Gauteng asbestos crisis [SOUND]

# The One Merafong Organisation is preparing a lawsuit against Gauteng government over delays in addressing the asbestos crisis. Secretary-general Buti Mthembu of the civil society movement says commitments made in 2014 have not been fulfilled. Gauteng Human Settlements MEC Tasneem Motara told SABC News that the removal project was halted due to funding constraints. She adds that current grants only cover roof removal, not relocation or repairs, as discussions are ongoing to resolve the issues: