Zinniaville residents still grapple with persistent stench: is there a solution in sight?
Rustenburg/ Zinniaville – The community of Zinniaville continues to endure a persistent stench originating from the daily operations of the Rainbow Chicken-Epol complex, despite numerous articles and public complaints dating back to April 2021. The offensive odour remains a daily struggle for residents, raising concerns about the efficacy of measures taken to address this issue and prompting calls for a definitive solution.
Since the problem was first highlighted in 2021, RCL Foods, the parent company of Rainbow Chicken, has engaged with the Rustenburg Local Municipality multiple times. Despite these efforts, the stench lingers, casting doubt on the effectiveness of the ongoing discussions and remedial actions.
In April 2021, a meeting involving the environmental manager of the Rustenburg Local Municipality, the Zinniaville Ratepayers Association, RCL Foods, and the Bojanala Local Municipality was held. The agenda included discussions on the Waste to Value Plant, water provision, and the pending air pollution license.
However, after three years, the problem remains unresolved. Platinum Weekly has reached out repeatedly to the Rustenburg Local Municipality, RCL Foods, and the Zinniaville Ratepayers Association for updates since March 2024, yet limited feedback has been received.
The residents of Zinniaville await a concrete resolution to this long-standing issue. As the stench continues to disrupt daily life, the community’s frustration grows. The question remains: when will the responsible parties take decisive action to end this nuisance once and for all?
