by Earthlife | 8 February, 2021 | Events, News, Publications
By Ulrich Steenkamp, Earthlife Africa Nuclear Campaigner When the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown commenced during March of last year, one of the biggest problems communities faced was having a means to convey their grievances. With public meetings,...
by Earthlife | 5 February, 2021 | Events, News, Publications
In our work with communities in Gauteng, Limpopo and Eastern Cape we often find that, even though they are the ones who will be most affected by developments proposed in their areas, they are often left out of decision-making processes. This is often a result of not...
by Earthlife | 5 February, 2021 | Events, News, Publications
In December last year, President Ramaphosa announced the appointment of the Presidential Coordinating Commission on Climate Change (P4C). According to the Presidency’s website: “The Commission is tasked with advising on South Africa’s climate change response. This...
by Earthlife | 4 February, 2021 | News, Press Releases
Following the questionable attempt at online public consultation regarding the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ) last week, Earthlife Africa Johannesburg says it is more determined than ever to ensure that communities affected by large projects around the...
by Earthlife | 4 February, 2021 | Events, News, Publications
Last year, motivated by the need to help people defend their communities and their environment from potential harm, Earthlife Africa Johannesburg launched a useful tool to ensure South Africans know their rights when it comes to their role in the assessment of...
