Tracing and Determining the Duration of Illegal Sand Mining …
Artisanal and Small-scale river sand mining is one of the upcoming activities associated with the environmental crisis concerning the water ecosystem. However, the determination of the duration in which illegal sand mining has occurred, and the future prediction on the extent of river sand mining is not well-established in most of the world. …
Water and Sanitation on illegal sand mining in KwaZulu-Natal | South
Illegal sand mining threatens environmental loss. The Minister of Water and Sanitation Mrs Nomvula Mokonyane addressed KwaZulu-Natal traditional leaders during a stakeholder engagement on unlawful water use through …
Combatting illegal mining
Combatting illegal mining S A OPERATIONS F ACT SHEET 2021 Illegal mining is becoming an increasing issue for and risk to the sustainability of the mining industry in South Africa. It undermines the rule of law and property rights, affecting the state's ability to attract investment and meet its developmental goals. As Ursula Brown, head of ...
Law, sand, order: inside South African sand mining
ASPASA says illegal sand mining is taking a damaging toll in South Africa. Unprotected pits create drowning hazards for people and animals, and the failure of law …
Stop Illegal Sand Mining from Destroying the Wild Coast in South Africa!
Losing the Wild Coast to Illegal Sand Mining {image:5:banner} As you read these words, illegal miners are rapidly carrying away the sand dunes at over 200 sites along the previously unspoilt Wild Coast.…
New interventions and sustainable solutions: Reappraising illegal …
25 R Chevallier, Illegal sand mining in South Africa, South African . Institute for International Affairs, Policy Briefing 116, 2014, 4. 75. SA CRIME QUARTERL Y NO. 61 • SEPTEMBER 2017.
Illegal mining: the problem and possible solutions | Mineral Law in Africa
The South African Human Rights Commission estimates that there are between 8000 and 30 000 illegal miners operating in South Africa. According to the Chamber of Mines, roughly between 5% and 10% of South Africa's annual gold production stems from illegal mining.The conditions in which illegal mining occurs have been …
More than 40 illegal miners arrested in Gauteng's West …
More than 40 illegal miners have so far been arrested during a high-level multidisciplinary operation, targeting illegal mining operations on Gauteng's West Rand. ... South Africa; Politics; Business; Sport; Opinion; World; Democracy 30; Elections; Menu. South Africa; Politics; Business; Sport; Opinion; World;
How mine dumps in South Africa affect the health of …
Mining is a major economic activity in many developing countries. In South Africa, mining of gold, coal and other natural resources has played a significant role in the country's economy, with ...
The conflict potential of sand: Illegal sand mining on the …
In this study, we seek to provide an overview of illegal sand mining activities in Africa and point out in which African countries illegal sand mining is linked …
Diamond diggers in South Africa's deserted mines break the …
Known locally as "zama-zamas" — loosely, "ones who try their luck" in isiZulu — unlicensed miners like Ncube are considered illegal by the government. Yet …
Together we will win the battle against illegal mining | South …
The fight against illegal mining is seeing results. Last week, the Ministers in government's Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster reported on significant …
Perceptions on the environmental impacts of illegal river sand mining …
Illegal river sand mining in regions like the Limpopo Province poses severe threats to ecosystems and communities. Nevertheless, the community's perspectives concerning these effects have not been determined. Thus, the aim of the investigation was to assess community perceptions regarding the environmental consequences linked to …
Land Degradation Associated with Illegal Sand Mining …
illegal sand mining in South Africa's rural areas, as well as a lack of formalization in the industry, contribute to land degradation. The development of a passive regulatory agenda for sand mining makes enforcement tough and complex. The absence of defined criteria
Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa
The frameworks governing small-scale sand mining in South Africa lack the necessary financial and human resource …
The Impact of Sand Mining on the Fluvial Environment: Case …
Due to the large demand for sand in South Africa, illegal sand mining is increasing at a high rate. Although illegal sand mining occurred in small-scale areas, the rate of sand extraction exceeds the natural sediment yield of the river system throughout the country (Chevallier 2014 ).
Developing an integrated model for quelling illegal mining in South Africa
25 R Chevallier, Illegal sand mining in South Africa, South African . Institute for International Affairs, Policy Briefing 116, 2014, 4. 75. SA CRIME QUARTERL Y NO. 61 • SEPTEMBER 2017.
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Illegal mining
Illegal mining is on the rise in South Africa and takes place on the surface and underground at closed-off, abandoned and operating mines. Illegal mining is often organised and carried out by organised crime syndicates. Whilst individual illegal miners may act out of economic
Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa
ILLEGAL SAND MINING IN SOUTH AFRICA SAIIA POLICY BRIEFING 116 2 the current sand mining rates in rivers in the eThekwini jurisdiction, for example, exceed the natural regenerative capacity of the resource. These evaluations of sand mining's cumulative impact on the receiving environment should inform permitting decisions, with …
Illegal sand mining in South Africa
Natural sand from estuary and coastal land is one of South Africa's most valuable resources. However, there has recently been a drastic increase in uncontrolled and unauthorised sand mining activities in rivers, valleys and estuaries throughout the country. The frameworks governing small-scale sand mining in South Africa lack the …
Illegal sand mining leaves open pits of death | City Press
In a study titled The Regulation of Sand Mining in South Africa (Stewart Christopher Green, University of Cape Town) sand mining is described as "relatively unsophisticated and rudimentary". Green lists the basic equipment of a sand miner as a bulldozer to clear vegetation and build access roads; an excavator or front-end loader to …
Mineral Sands Resources (Pty) Ltd and Others v Reddell and …
[3] The case originates from three defamation suits instituted by the present applicants, Australian mining companies and some of their executives, as plaintiffs in the High Court of South Africa, Western Cape Division, Cape Town (High Court). The defendants in the suits are the present respondents before us; they are environmental …
Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa, a Report
Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa, a Report. Sand Mining, Sand Mining Resources; Coastal Care December 28, 2014 Beach sand mining, South Africa. "Sand is the second most consumed natural resource, after water. The construction-building industry is by far the largest consumer of this finite resource. The traditional building of one …
Addressing the rise of illegal mining in SA: Enforcing laws …
Illegal mining is vaguely defined as mining operations that take place without a mining license or any legitimate authority. Artisanal and small-scale mining is …
Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa
Natural sand from estuary and coastal land is one of South Africa's most valuable resources. However, there has recently been a drastic increase in uncontrolled and …
Diamond diggers in South Africa's deserted mines break the …
Earlier this year, South Africa's minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, described illegal mining as a "plague" amid reports of rampant corruption, extortion and violence linked ...
Illegal mining | South African Government
Illegal mining has made a considerable dent in economy. The cost of illegal mining is estimated to be over R70 billion annually in gold alone and resulting in huge losses of revenue for both government and the mining sector. Importantly, these illegal activities have a negative impact on the safety and health of surrounding …
Social and Environmental Impacts of Mining | SpringerLink
In 2015 for instance, gang battles associated with illegal gold mining were reported in South Africa, as criminal gangs took over control over disused and abandoned tunnels. Nevertheless, criminal activity in South Africa is also attributed to poverty, decline in gold mining, unemployment and illegal migration. Footnote 36
Understanding Mining Rights in South Africa: …
Mining rights in South Africa are governed by specific requirements, regulations, and compliance obligations aimed at ensuring responsible and sustainable mining practices. Obtaining and maintaining mining rights requires compliance with various laws and regulations, including mineral resource and reserve assessments, …