Talking Water Justice
An interview on Area Code, hosted by Prettie Ngwenya, featuring Jonathan van der Walt, researcher at the Legal Resources Centre, in conversation about water justice, accountability, and the right to access clean water.
Broadcast on VOW FM 88.1, the 24-hour campus radio station of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
Op-Ed: Saving Through Water Justice – Jonathan van der Walt
July 14, 2025
Water is essential for survival. Our Constitution recognises this by entrenching the right of access to water in the Bill of Rights. Yet, thirty years after the dawn of our democracy, millions still do not have access to safe, clean and piped water. There are many reasons for this, ranging from poor maintenance to municipal mismanagement. However, a key theme that underpins these factors is corruption.
December 10, 2024
The documentary Capturing Water, directed by Rehad Desai, sheds light on the struggles of activists fighting against water injustice in Cape Town. The film explores issues of water privatisation, infrastructure failures, and environmental degradation. With voices from grassroots movements, it calls for collective action to ensure water justice for all.
Fighting Corruption & Promoting Accountability in SA
October 4, 2024
The State Capture and Beyond campaign is taking a stand against corruption in South Africa, advocating for transparency, economic reform, and a just transition. With high unemployment and widespread inequality, the campaign brings together key stakeholders to develop solutions and drive change. Read more about their efforts and the latest panel discussions.
In a powerful interview, Hilaal TV’s Head of News speaks with filmmaker and Human Rights Media Trust Chairperson Rehad Desai, joined by Nomzamo Zondo from SERI.
Representing the State Capture and Beyond Campaign, Desai critiques the government’s failure to ensure accountability for the Marikana Massacre. The discussion highlights the lasting scars of the tragedy and its legacy of systemic governance failures in South Africa.
Cape Town TV Explores the State Capture and Beyond Campaign
Cape Town TV examines the transformative work of the State Capture and Beyond Campaign, highlighting its efforts to reimagine state power and promote transparency and justice.
The feature showcases the campaign’s innovative strategies to redefine accountability and drive meaningful change in governance.
Newzroom Afrika Talks to the State Capture and Beyond Team
Newzroom Afrika covers the launch of the State Capture and Beyond accountability campaign in Johannesburg.
Organised by the Legal Resources Centre and the Human Rights Media Trust, with support from Brot für die Welt and the European Union, the campaign aims to build public support for holding state power accountable. Rehad Desai and Claire Rankin share insights into this important initiative.
