Empowering Justice. Uplifting Communities.

We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing free legal services to disadvantaged individuals and communities across South Africa. Our mission is to ensure that everyone—regardless of income or background—has access to social justice, dignity, and fair representation.

Through advocacy, education, and legal support, we work to uplift communities and create a more just and equitable society.

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South Africa Natural Gas Strategy EnergyResources & Renewables
March 25, 2026

PIC Greenlights Major Gas Strategy for SA Energy Security

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC), a leading fund manager, has given the green light to a landmark Natural Gas Strategy. This move is considered pivotal for boosting South Africa's energy security and speeding up the country's decarbonisation efforts. The strategy is specifically designed to guarantee a stable gas supply, which…
Just Energy Transition South Africa EnergyResources & Renewables
March 25, 2026

Polycrisis and Power: South Africa’s Contested Energy Transition

Last week in Belém, Brazil, thousands of climate activists, including indigenous and youth leaders, staged the "Great People's March" outside the COP30 summit. Waving banners and chanting, they fiercely demanded governments protect the Amazon, deliver justice to frontline communities, and incorporate indigenous voices into climate decisions. This mass protest underscored…
Mantashe mining BEE rules EnergyResources & Renewables
March 25, 2026

Mantashe withdraws BEE requirements for mining exploration

Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has confirmed the removal of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) ownership requirements for mining exploration activities. This reversal, which amends the draft Mineral Resources Development Bill, addresses industry concerns that such rules would deter crucial capital investment in the high-risk exploration sector. Mantashe stated there will…