Recently, many people were aghast to hear that government has given the green light for shale gas fracking in the Karoo. Department of Mineral Resources in South Africa stated “Based on the balance of scientific evidence, government took a decision
Pink Elephants & Other Tall Tales
Following the recent meetings held by Rhino Oil and Gas to get public approval for their revised Application to Explore for Oil and Gas in KZN, Umphakathi Okhathazekile – Concerned Young People of South Africa wrote this open letter expressing their
Frack Free Fest
The FrackFreeFest held in Matatiele in October gathered 120 delegates from communities all over South Africa- those currently affected by mining as well as those impacted on by numerous applications for exploration licences by companies seeking to explore and exploit
Matatiele Manifesto
Statement of the participants from a dialogue on fracking and the expansion of fossil fuels to build unity, solidarity and learning held in the Eastern Cape town of Matatiele on the 3rd and 4th of October 2016. Matatiele Manifesto –
No Fracking Way
Last week many of us submitted comments to SLR Consulting on the Rhino Oil & Gas Applications for Exploration Rights in KZN and the Eastern Cape. Even if you missed the deadline, it is worth sending your thoughts to SLR.
