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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 9
Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A man catches a pig by the leg. It will be eaten. There is little time for religious niceties among the poverty and filth of the rubbish tip. Behind the man is a house made of currugated tin 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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"Amidst the harsh realities of poverty and filth, the Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt, eke out a living as scavengers in one of the world's largest open-air waste disposal sites. In this poignant image, a man catches a pig, a prized source of protein in their diet, from the mound of rubbish. The Zabbaleen, also known as the Zabbalin or Zabbaleen, have lived in this area for generations, relying on the waste of the city to survive. The scene is set against a backdrop of corrugated tin houses, their walls stained with grime and soot. The air is thick with smoke and the stench of burning plastic and other waste. The ground beneath their feet is uneven and treacherous, a testament to the hazardous conditions they face daily. Despite the hardships, the Zabbaleen have developed a complex system of recycling and waste management, sorting and selling reusable materials to earn a meager income. The recycled materials are then sold to factories, providing a vital source of raw materials and reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills or incinerators. The Zabbaleen's existence is a stark reminder of the stark realities of poverty and the importance of sustainable waste management practices. Their resilience and ingenuity in the face of adversity serve as an inspiration to us all, highlighting the potential for innovation and resourcefulness in even the most challenging circumstances." This evocative image captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the lives of the Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt, and the harsh realities they face in their daily struggle for survival. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of recognizing and addressing the systemic issues that contribute to poverty and environmental degradation, and the potential for innovation and resilience in the face of adversity.
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