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The Mabola Protected Environment, near Wakkerstroom in Mpumalanga, forms part of one of South Africa’s water factories, contributing significantly to the country’s overall water supply.
MABOLA COALITION

Battle continues over coal mining in the Mabola Protected Environment

A coalition of environmental justice organisations says the proposed coal mine will have an adverse effect on the functioning of downstream ecosystems

  • Sheree Bega
6 min read
Factory: The area in Mpumalanga where the proposed coal mine is situated has highly sensitive wetlands and pans that are important for producing the country’s water. Photo: Kerstin Geier
COAL MINE

Fight over coal mine in Mabola back in court

Environmental groups have been trying to halt a planned coal mine in a sensitive area since 2015

  • Sheree Bega
6 min read