South African mineral rights in a Southern African context

In: South African journal of international affairs, Band 1, Heft 2, S. 127-139

Abstract

In view of potential changes in the system of mineral rights in a future South Africa, all interested parties should become involved in debating this important subject. Advantages of centrally controlled mineral rights include the opening up of previously sterilised properties, and solving the problem of fragmented mineral rights. Compensation for private mineral rights should be considered if capital flight from this country is not to be accelerated. The management of mineral rights and resource revenues in a future South Africa can best be achieved through a statutory trust fund not subject to political control. (SAJIA/DÜI)