Engen Oil Refinery is South Africa's oldest oil refinery, commissioned in 1954. It ceased operations as an oil refinery in December 2020 after an explosion at the ageing facility damaged both the plant and the surrounding neighbourhoods of south Durban.
The KZNSA Gallery is excited to announce its upcoming exhibition titled groundWork: 25 Years of Activism for Environmental Justice which opens on May 2 at 17h30.
In celebration of 25 years since its inception in 1999, groundWork, Friends of the Earth South Africa has undertaken an archival exhibition to give expression to and share their legacy. Over this past quarter century, their resistance to environmental injustices whether driven by governments or multinational corporations has remained unflinching, whether on the fence lines of struggle at home, across the continent of Africa or through global movements. They stand firm in the struggle for an inclusive, free, fair and just society.
Working in partnership with and supporting communities in South Africa and beyond, they have faced challenges that seemed impossible to overcome, yet they confronted them relentlessly with the support of comrades, friends, and partners in the environmental justice movement. They have also enjoyed victories, reinforcing the commitment to their vision in which: People are living well with each other and with the earth.
The exhibition is accompanied by an extensive public education programme. Please keep an eye on our social media for dates and topics.
groundWork: 25 Years of Activism for Environmental Justice runs from 2 May to 8 June 2025.
The KZNSA Gallery is situated at 166 Bulwer Road, Glenwood, in Durban. More information on 031 277 1705 or cell 082 220 0368 or visit www.kznsagallery.co.za
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