(par 9.7.4.3) Mpumalanga environmental crisis – why is nobody listening
GroundUp: Mpumalanga environmental crisis – why is nobody listening? http://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2014-09-15-groundup-mpumalanga-environmental-crisis-why-is-nobody-listening/ A desperate battle is raging across vast tracts of Mpumalanga between coal mining on the one hand and water preservation, food security and tourism on the other, says TRACEY DAVIES for GROUND UP. (Tracey Davies works for the Centre for Environmental Rights.) For at least the last […]
(par 9.7.4.3) How can mining become more environmentally sustainable?
How can mining become more environmentally sustainable? https://www.sa-green-info.co.za/portal/article/1633/how-can-mining-become-more-environmentally-sustainable#:~:text=Proper%20waste%20disposal&text=Mining%20companies%20should%20aim%20to,of%20waste%20produced%20on%20site By SA Green Directoty The mining industry uses a large number of natural resources, such as water, soil and minerals. While it is a vital industry which contributes to the economy of many countries, it can be damaging to the environment. There are ways that mining […]
(par 9.7.4.2.2) Lets rebuild and grow the Tourism Sector together
Lets rebuild and grow the Tourism Sector together https://www.parliament.gov.za/news/lets-rebuild-and-grow-tourism-sector-together-says-minister Abel Mputing – 20 May 2022 In her budget vote, the Minister of Tourism, Ms Lindiwe Sisulu, emphasised the value of tourism in the economy, as it contributes 3,7% to South Africa’s gross domestic product, more than agriculture, utilities and construction. To further illustrate its importance, […]