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MEC opens up the way for mining in protected Mpumalanga grasslands


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Provincial government revokes status of part of Mabola Protected Environment.
By Masego Mafata
10 Mar 2021 
11:00 
The move has been welcomed by those advocating for jobs, while civil society institutions are fighting it due to environmental concerns. Image: Supplied
The move, opens the way to mining in the sensitive grassland and water catchment area, has been welcomed by the Voice Community Representative Council, which says this will bring jobs.
Eight civil society institutions, including the Centre for Environmental Rights, have been fighting to prevent mining in the area.
The Mpumalanga government has revoked the status of the Mabola Protected Environment, in a move which activists fear will open up the way for mining in the area. ....

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