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Accommodation for rural workers

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June 06, 2025

Dear Jonno, There are often workers in our area who require accommodation while fulfilling shortor medium-term contracts.

Accommodation for rural workers

To start, I want to build a six-bedroom house, with separate toilets and showers for women and men. Each room must be big enough to fit two beds.

I also need a small kitchen facility for food preparation and limited eating. It can be an outdoor set-up, such as a braai area.

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