Centre for Environmental Rights

04/06/2026

Young people are leading the fight for climate justice. 🚨

This , we're inviting emerging leaders, students, researchers, activists, and practitioners to apply for the Climate Litigation School 2026.

The programme will explore climate litigation strategies, environmental governance, climate science, and the role of legal and community advocacy in advancing climate justice. Participants will learn from experts and collaborate with peers committed to creating a more just and sustainable future.

📅 5–10 July 2026
📍 University of Pretoria – Future Africa Campus
✈️ Accommodation, meals, and travel support are available where required.

If you're passionate about using law, science, policy, or activism to tackle the climate crisis, we'd love to hear from you.

🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH0ZLQzWBq4vdmwlfkwf_6feVrxQnrzVdAUph866-HdWqG0g/viewform?usp=send_form

02/06/2026

Join us on Radio azania online ! 🎙️

CER attorney Tatenda Mupondo will be discussing environmental rights, community activism, and the power of the law in protecting people and the environment.

Learn more about how communities can use legal tools to participate in decision-making, raise concerns, and advocate for environmental justice.

📅 04 June 2026
⏰ 14:45
📻 Azania Drive | Radio Azania Online

Don't miss this important conversation!

28/05/2026

WHEN MINES CLOSE, THE IMPACT REMAINS.

For many communities, mine closure does not mean recovery. Without proper rehabilitation and accountability, the impacts can continue for years.

Poor mine closure can leave communities living with:
• Water contamination
• Loss of livelihoods
• Health impacts
• Environmental degradation

Closure should not mean abandonment.

Read our latest report, *No More Ghost Towns*, and learn more about the environmental and socio-economic impacts of mine closure in Mpumalanga:

Read the report here 👉:https://cer.org.za/reports/no-more-ghost-towns

27/05/2026

Did you know South Africa has an estimated 6,100 abandoned mines?

When mines close without proper rehabilitation, communities can continue living with the impacts for decades. Environmental damage, health concerns, unsafe land, and economic uncertainty do not disappear when operations end.

Mine closure is not the end.

Read CER’s latest report, *No More Ghost Towns*, and learn more about mine closure in Mpumalanga and what meaningful accountability could look like.

Read the full report here: https://cer.org.za/reports/no-more-ghost-towns

27/05/2026

25/05/2026

This , we celebrate the people, communities, and movements across Africa working to protect both people and the environment.

Environmental rights are human rights. ✊

Section 24 of the South African Constitution protects everyone’s right to an environment that is not harmful to their health or wellbeing and places a responsibility on the state to safeguard the environment for present and future generations.

At CER, we remain committed to advancing environmental justice and supporting communities to build a future rooted in accountability, participation, and care for both people and planet.

Because a thriving Africa depends on healthy people, healthy ecosystems, and decisions rooted in justice.

25/05/2026

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

Financial Provisioning Report Launch