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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 7
Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A cart pulled by three small donkeys carries rubbish and three men from the tip Date: circa 1995
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Burning Dirt Dirty Filth Filthy Garbage Heap Plastic Poor Poverty Recycle Recycling Refuse Rubbish Scavenger Scavenging Stench Stink Stinking Tips Trash Waste Zebaleen
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This evocative photograph captures the daily reality of the Zabbaleen community in Mokattam, a district on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. Circa 1995, the scene depicts three men and three small donkeys laboriously hauling a cart filled with rubbish from the tip. The Zabbaleen, also known as the Zabbalin or Zaballeen, are a group of informal waste collectors and recyclers who have lived and worked in this area for generations. The image conveys the harsh conditions and challenges faced by these individuals as they sift through the mountains of trash and filth, searching for valuable materials to recycle. The smoke and stench rising from the burning rubbish heap add to the overall sense of dirt and grime. Despite the difficult circumstances, the Zabbaleen have developed a unique and essential role in Cairo's waste management system, providing an important service that formal waste collection and recycling companies often overlook. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex relationship between poverty, waste, and resourcefulness. It also highlights the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The Zabbaleen's story is one of survival and adaptation, as they transform the city's waste into valuable resources and make a living from it. This image is a testament to their hard work and determination, offering a glimpse into their daily lives and the challenges they face in their pursuit of a better future.
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