Environment
Controversial Watsons’ wind farm approval overturned on review
The company has been given until 1 April to appeal against the decision by the Department of Environment
By John Yeld
News | 24 March 2021
In photos: Controlled burn of Kenilworth race track
The track is home to pristine critically endangered Cape Flats Sand Fynbos
By John Yeld
Photo Essay | 17 March 2021
MEC opens up the way for mining in protected Mpumalanga grasslands
Provincial government revokes status of part of Mabola Protected Environment
News | 10 March 2021
Blow for activists in River Club development
MEC has dismissed appeals against the issue of an environmental authorisation
By Daniel Steyn
News | 1 March 2021
West Coast mining magnate due in court in March on assault charges
Australian courts drop one charge against Mark Caruso, two still pending
By John Yeld
News | 16 February 2021
Civic farming campaign opposes Philippi Horticultural Area development
Proposed massive urban development opposed by small farmers
By Liezl Human
News | 12 February 2021
SLAPPing back: Court checks corporate bullying
Tuesday’s judgment in the mining company case provides key insights into how to recognise a SLAPP suit
Opinion | 11 February 2021
Environmentalists lose bid to close Somkhele coal mine
Judge said applicants had not produced evidence to support their claims
Law | 9 February 2021
To bee or not to bee: South African beekeepers face tough odds
Chinese imports, too few trees, not much government support: it’s hard to get a buzz out of your hive these days
Feature | 22 January 2021