South Africa

South African Coalition Urges Glencore to Stop Coal Exports to Israel, Citing Human Rights Violations

today23 August, 2024

Background

The South African Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Coalition urges Glencore to halt coal exports to Israel, accusing the mining company of supporting Israel’s military actions. They argue the company is contributing to genocide and illegal occupation in Palestine. The coalition’s Roshan Dadoo calls on the government to impose a total coal embargo to comply with international law and prevent complicity in human rights violations:

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen