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Nothing About Us, Without Us: United for Justice in Mining Communities

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About us

Since 2012, Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) has been the powerful voice of those hit hardest by mining — standing strong against the toxic ties between mining companies and government. We fight to ensure communities like yours come first, before profits.

WHO WE'VE HELPED

"As a woman I was told these matters were for men to discuss. WAMUA gave me the confidence to speak in front of the whole community. Now I lead our branch."

— Nomsa D., North West

"For years the blasting cracked our walls and no one would listen. MACUA helped us document the damage and stand together — for the first time the mine actually had to answer to us."

— Thabo M., Phola, Mpumalanga

"I didn't know our mine was legally required to share its Social and Labour Plan. The advice office walked us through our rights step by step. Knowledge changed everything."

— Sipho K., Emalahleni

"The paralegal training meant we no longer had to wait for outsiders to fight our battles. We can hold both the company and the municipality accountable ourselves."

— Lerato N., Limpopo

"Through the school debate programme my daughter learned she has a voice in decisions that affect our land. That's the future MACUA is building."

— Grace S., Bethanie

How You Can Help

Why Join Macua

Amplifying Voices

We build solidarity and strengthen the power of communities, artisanal miners, and mine workers fighting for fair treatment.

Human Rights

Together, we push for economic, environmental, and social justice that respects human rights and protects our land and water.

Democratic Justice

Together, we push for economic, environmental, and social justice that respects human rights and protects our land and water.

Gender Equality

We champion women’s rights and gender equity as a vital part of our struggle.

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Programs

Campaigns We Have Advanced for Mining-Affected Communities

Nothing About Us Without Us

Mining Affected Communities, organised by MACUA, participated in three days of Pickets at the Mining Lekgotla in Sandton during August. Over 200 community members sang, danced and raised their banners […]

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MACUA Statement re MPRDA amendments 14 03 2

Our minister of mineral resources reportedly told parliament last week: “"We are on the path of changing the mining and petroleum industry in South Africa, whether you like it or […]

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