Section 24 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 Everyone has the right to an environment that is not harmful to their health or well-being; and to have the environment protected, for the benefit of present and future generations, through reasonable legislative and other measures that prevent pollution and ecological degradation; promote conservation; and secure ecologically sustainable development and use of natural resources while promoting justifiable economic and social development.

Harmony Gold Mining Co Ltd v Regional Director: Free State, Department Water Affairs and Forestry [2006] SCA 65 (RSA)

By admin | Published: August 23, 2010

 Court: Supreme Court of Appeal : 269/2005
Date of judgement: 29 May 2006

Judge/s: Howie, Mthiyane, Conradie JJA, Maya, Cachalia AJJA

Type of application: Directive in terms of the National Water Act.
Legislation considered:  National Water Act 36 of 1998

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