The Centre for Applied Legal Studies and the Right2Protest Project are pleased to announce the Second Annual Activist Symposium themed “Building Regional Solidarity Against Repression in Africa” in partnership with Digital Society Africa and Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW), and the Coalition Against SLAPPs in Africa (CASA), are pleased to announce the Second Annual Activist…

From August 5 - 9, 2024, a significant meeting was held in Mozambique, bringing together political parties and key stakeholders to discuss the critical issues of climate resilience, energy transition, and natural resource management. Organised by SARW and IMD, the discussions focused on the role of political parties in shaping energy policies and promoting environmental…

Technical Roundtable on the Geopolitics of Africa’s Critical Mineral Resources Lusaka, Zambia - 29th & 30th August 2024 Introduction The Technical Roundtable on the Geopolitics of Africa’s Critical Mineral Resources was held in Lusaka, Zambia, on the 29th and 30th of August 2024. The event gathered key stakeholders, including representatives from African governments, international organizations,…

The Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW), in collaboration with the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) and Natural Justice, organized a two-day training for indigenous people and mining communities on rights protection. The event took place at the Centurion Hotel from September 25 to 26, 2024 and aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools…

Day One Training of human rights defenders in the context of mineral exploitation International People’s Tribunal Against Violations of Women’s Rights in DRC’s Mining Areas

On October 9, 2024, the Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW) convened a vital dialogue that brought Africa’s climate priorities into sharp focus ahead of the COP29 summit in Baku. The event gathered key stakeholders, including parliamentarians, civil society, climate negotiators, and industry leaders, to discuss Africa’s role in the global climate agenda. Central to the…

1. Overview The COP29 Parliamentary Dialogue brought together parliamentary representatives from Mozambique, South Africa, and Namibia, alongside stakeholders, and policy advocates. The conference focused on Africa’s transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, emphasizing a just transition and collaborative climate action. 2. Objectives The dialogue aimed to: Discuss Africa’s unique energy challenges and opportunities. Address…

Event Overview On November 21-22, 2024, SARW hosted a critical two-day dialogue aimed at addressing the pressing issues faced by mining communities across Southern Africa. This event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from mining companies, financial institutions, local governments, civil society organizations, and impacted communities. The main objective was to explore…

The National Dialogue on Reimagining the DRC’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) 3.0 brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, academics, civil society organizations, and international partners, to reimagine the country's climate action strategies. Objective The conference aimed to transform the DRC's NDC into a robust framework for socio-economic development and a meaningful tool in the…

INTRODUCTION  On February 2, 2025, at the Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, Southern Africa Resource Watch officially launched the Africa Mining Accountability Platform (AMAP), a transformative digital tool designed to promote ethical, responsible, and sustainable mining across the continent. The launch event brought together key stakeholders, including mining executives, government officials, civil society…

On February 4, 2025, the Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW) hosted the official launch of its six research publications on Critical Minerals and Renewable Energy Value Chains in Southern Africa. The event brought together policymakers, researchers, industry experts, and civil society representatives to discuss key findings, strategic recommendations, and pathways for local beneficiation, industrialization, and…

On the 8th of April 2025, SARW hosted a pivotal webinar to unpack the evolving Critical Minerals Partnership between South Africa and the European Union (EU). The conversation explored the strategic importance of critical minerals in both regions' economies, the potential for scientific collaboration, and the investment opportunities for South Africa’s mineral sector. Key points…