Shell battles to retain exploration block in South Africa's highest court

Two-day hearing begins in earnest at Constitutional Court in Johannesburg

Protesters demonstrate in support of anti-oil and gas groups' legal battle against Shell at the Constitutional Court in South Africa on 16 September.
Protesters demonstrate in support of anti-oil and gas groups' legal battle against Shell at the Constitutional Court in South Africa on 16 September.Photo: REUTERS/SCANPIX
Published 16 September 2025, 12:58Updated 16 September 2025, 12:58
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