Monde Xinwa, one of our waste pickers, was interviewed by a Swedish publication, OmVarlden. Monde shared his experiences as a waste picker in the global south.
OmVärlden is a Swedish online magazine based in Stockholm and focuses on global affairs and international politics. Waste picking is a global industry and we can learn from each other's initiatives!
"An important, dirty, low-status profession: millions of people globally pick garbage to survive.Monde Xinwa works as a waste picker in South Africa and struggles every day against poverty and stigma."
The article discusses Monde and fellow pickers' struggle against harsh stereotypes, stigma and misconceptions.
"People see you as crazy when you "just pick up garbage" and social relationships are difficult.I have become ostracized by the family, my girlfriend and two daughters and do not have many friends, says Monde Xinwa"
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