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Minerals boom but benefits bypass communities
South Africa is positioning itself as a key player in the global race for critical minerals but new research and warnings suggest those closest to extraction might lose out,…
Landmark ‘Deadly Air’ case heads to supreme court of appeal
Environment organisations groundWork and Vukani Environmental Justice Movement argue that regulations are necessary to save lives on the polluted Highveld
Embracing sustainable business practices
McDonald’s demonstrates its dedication to reducing its environmental footprint through various initiatives
Tribute to Samson Mokoena: How a fearless community activist stared down one of South Africa’s biggest polluters
Courageous Samson Mokoena dedicated his time to fighting pollution and his determination to take on ArcelorMittal saw a landmark court ruling
Activists say draft electricity plan will deepen energy poverty
The IRP2023 ‘lacks climate commitment’ in the face of the global environmental emergency
Polluters could pay for deadly KZN flooding
South African law might be used to hold major carbon polluters to account for their role in damaging climate events This content is restricted to registered users and…
Centre for Environmental Rights Impact Report shortlisted for creative award
The report secured second place in the people’s choice category – a testament to its design appeal and engaging content
Groups appeal Karpowership environmental nod for Richards Bay
This comes as Karpowership secures authorisation for Saldanha Bay project This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail &…
Environmental groups appeal to minister over Kusile pollution
Excess sulphur dioxide emissions will pollute the air, kill humans and damage the economy, they say
Long-awaited legislation seeks to strengthen SA’s environmental regime
National Environmental Management Laws Amendment Act introduce new offences, increase quantum of fines, extend enforcement powers to municipal managers
Climate change bill: ‘One of the most important draft laws to cross the desks of SA’s lawmakers’
Bill moves towards the all-of-government approach required to mount effective climate response, but there are concerns that it is ‘toothless’
Environment minister appeals portions of landmark ‘Deadly Air’ judgment
Barbara Creecy says her appeal ‘boils down to a question of law’
High court slams Creecy for deadly air that breaches SA’s Constitution
Judge says environment minister’s denial of the harm caused is at odds with science, and gives her a deadline to prescribe long-delayed pollution regulations
Creecy delivers ‘slap in the face’ to mining-affected people
The environment minister withdrew an amendment requiring consent from landowners for environmental authorisations for mining activities
‘Rule of law’ closes in as Eskom’s applications to postpone compliance with air pollution standards are denied
Eskom warns that the decision, if implemented, will cause immediate power blackouts, as well as push electricity tariffs higher