CLEAN : South African environmental justice groups celebrate landmark ruling

CLEAN : South African environmental justice groups celebrate landmark ruling

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video features Bongi Mitsuha discussing a significant court ruling by the Pretoria High Court regarding air pollution in South Africa. The judgment is seen as a wake-up call and a benchmark for the right to a non-harmful environment. The video also highlights community involvement and training efforts to address air pollution issues. The court's decision is groundbreaking, marking the first time in South African constitutional law that such an order has been made, emphasizing the right to clean air and setting a foundation for future advocacy and litigation.

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What actions are suggested to address the issues of air pollution?

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What challenges are mentioned regarding the implementation of the judgment?

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In what ways is the judgment considered a benchmark for future cases?

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What is the significance of the judgment mentioned in the text?

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How does the ruling relate to the right to a non-harmful environment?

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