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Photographic Print : Informal Settlement of Shanty Houses in South Africa Built on Radioactive Uranium Tailings Dump, Tudor Shaft, Krugersdorp, Gauteng Province, South Africa
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Informal Settlement of Shanty Houses in South Africa Built on Radioactive Uranium Tailings Dump, Tudor Shaft, Krugersdorp, Gauteng Province, South Africa
An Informal Settlement of Shanty Houses in South Africa which was built on top of a Radioactive Mine Tailings Dump comprised almost entirely of highly radioactive Uranium. Tudor Shaft Informal settlement is in Krugersdorp, west of Johannesburg and is highly affected by gold mine shaft and tailings dam which are still contains uranium and uranium is radioactive. The community of Tudor Shaft are badly affected by this mines legacy. The community of Tudor Shaft builttheir shacks on the Tailings soil, planted their vegetables and kids play there. The tailings dam has uraniumand uranium is radioactive which is affecting them everyday. Secondly, the area does not have a school for kids. The area does not have running water and toilets they use the water which is polluted by acid mine drainage (AMD) and other heavy metals
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Mitchell Krog
Media ID 18254561
© Mitchell Krog
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience the powerful contrasts of human resilience and the natural world in this thought-provoking photograph by Mitchell Krog, exclusively available at Media Storehouse's Fine Art Store. Witness the informal settlement of shanty houses in South Africa, built atop the Tudor Shaft uranium tailings dump in Krugersdorp, Gauteng Province. This evocative image raises awareness of the complex realities of environmental issues and human settlement, inviting viewers to reflect on the intersection of nature, industry, and community. Each print is meticulously crafted with the highest standards of quality and authenticity, ensuring a stunning addition to any space.
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This powerful print captures the harsh reality of an informal settlement in Tudor Shaft, Krugersdorp, South Africa. Built on top of a radioactive uranium tailings dump, this community is living amidst extreme danger and deprivation. The shanty houses that make up this settlement are situated on highly radioactive mine tailings comprised mainly of uranium. The consequences of this hazardous environment are felt daily by the residents who have no choice but to call it home. They grow their vegetables in soil contaminated with uranium and allow their children to play in areas where radiation levels are dangerously high. Adding to their plight is the absence of basic amenities. There is no school for the children, leaving them without access to education and a chance for a better future. Running water and proper sanitation facilities are also non-existent, forcing the community to rely on polluted water sources tainted by acid mine drainage and heavy metals. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing legacy left behind by gold mining operations in South Africa. It sheds light on the urgent need for action to protect these vulnerable communities from further harm caused by radioactive materials and lack of essential services. Through his lens, Mitchell Krog exposes not only the physical conditions endured by those living here but also highlights the social injustice faced by marginalized populations around the world.
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