Tracy-Lynn Field and Michael Hennessy Picard, Review of Gabrielle Hecht. Residual Governance: How South Africa Foretells Planetary Futures.

  • Published In: European Journal of International Law, 2024, v. 35, n. 3. P. 755 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Field, Tracy-Lynn; Picard, Michael Hennessy 3 of 3

Abstract

"Residual Governance: How South Africa Foretells Planetary Futures" by Gabrielle Hecht is a detailed exploration of the environmental and social impacts of gold and uranium mining in South Africa. The book delves into the racial capitalism and toxic colonialism that underpin the extraction industry, highlighting the devastating effects on communities and the environment. Through the lens of activists and community leaders, the book examines the concept of residual governance, which deals with the management of waste and residues left behind by centuries of mining. The text also discusses the resistance efforts of individuals and organizations against the harmful effects of residual governance, shedding light on the complexities of addressing environmental injustices. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:European Journal of International Law. 2024/08, Vol. 35, Issue 3, p755
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0938-5428
  • DOI:10.1093/ejil/chae043
  • Accession Number:181541130
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