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Reflections on the Role of Traditional Authorities in Land Governance in 21st Century South Africa
This working paper by Joel Pearson surveys South African literature on the role of traditional authorities in land governance, analyzing the institution through the lenses of democracy, bureaucracy, and capitalism. It argues against a monolithic view of the chieftaincy, highlighting the diversity of local practices and the ongoing tensions between traditional leaders, rural residents, and the state in the post-apartheid era.
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Setting the Boundaries of a Social Licence for Mining in South Africa: The Xolobeni Mineral Sands Project
This research paper examines the conflict surrounding the Xolobeni Mineral Sands Project in South Africa's Eastern Cape. It analyzes the tensions between the AmaDiba community, the Australian mining company Mineral Commodities Limited (MRC), and the South African government, focusing on the failure of community consultation, environmental concerns, and the shortcomings of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) legislation.
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