Lithium mining in KwaZulu-Natal: ‘They don’t see us as human beings

Residents and civil society organisations are opposing the expansion of SA Lithium's Highbury open pit mine in KwaZulu-Natal. They report environmental degradation, destruction of livelihoods, and insufficient public participation, despite promises of economic development. Concerns include water scarcity, air and noise pollution, property damage from blasting, and a lack of local job creation and LED projects. The article also highlights issues with the mine's ownership transparency and compl...