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We are activist lawyers who help communities and civil society organisations in South Africa realise our Constitutional right to a healthy environment by advocating and litigating for environmental justice.

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Civil society and community coalition wins crucial concession in fight against coal mine in water hotspot

Civil society and community coalition wins crucial concession in fight against coal mine in water hotspot

June 28, 2017 at 11:11 am

Yesterday, the interdict application launched by the coalition of eight organisations challenging the proposed coal mine by Atha-Africa Ventures Pty Ltd inside the Mabola Protected Environment and Ekangala-Drakensberg strategic water source area came before the Pretoria High Court. This morning, the Court granted an order which had been agreed between the parties, recording that Atha-Africa… continued

Coalition launches High Court proceedings to stop devastating coal mine planned for Mpumalanga water hotspot

Coalition launches High Court proceedings to stop devastating coal mine planned for Mpumalanga water hotspot

June 21, 2017 at 11:55 am

Yesterday, a coalition of eight civil society and community organisations launched proceedings in the Pretoria High Court against Indian owned mining company Atha-Africa Ventures Pty Ltd. The coalition is asking the High Court to stop the mining company from commencing with any mining or related activities inside the Mabola Protected Environment outside Wakkerstroom in Mpumalanga… continued

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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.

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National Environmental Crimes & Incidents Hotline (24 hours): 0800 205 005

In addition, there are a number of national and provincial hotlines that may be useful.

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  • Email:info@cer.org.za
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