We know why Jozi is on skid row

The term "failed state" denotes a country which is in terminal decline and unable to provide basic services to its citizens.

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When it comes to Johannesburg, supposedly the richest city in Africa, then it is not unreasonable to use the term "failed city" to describe its slow-motion collapse.

Lest that seem extreme, a drive around the suburbs of the city – don't bother going into the CBD unless you're in an armed convoy because that has long since been taken over by anarchy – will convince you that the City of Gold is imploding.