In a notable recent legal development, the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg dismissed a lead poisoning class-action lawsuit against Anglo American. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit were civil society groups representing those affected by the lead poisoning. Their grievance was against the mining enterprise for alleged negligence. The decision to halt proceeding with the lawsuit was met with severe disappointment by these groups.
Since the full article is paywalled, it is recommended to review it for more comprehensive information and understanding of the circumstances surrounding this dismissal. Please refer to the full article for a more in-depth exploration of the case.