Tag: Indigenous Rights
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Iwi Turn to Court Over Treaty Settlements as Crown Commitments Meet Resistance
Overview: Legal action to enforce Treaty commitments In a developing pattern of accountability, iwi and post-settlement governance entities (PSGEs) are turning to legal action to compel the Crown to uphold Treaty of Waitangi commitments. Recent reports reveal that some PSGEs feel the need to escalate disputes beyond the political process, asserting that incremental tweaks have…
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Iwi Take Legal Action Over Treaty Settlements to Force Crown to Uphold Commitments
Overview: Iwi turn to the courts over Treaty settlement commitments In a growing pattern across nations that recognize Indigenous rights, some Iwi—now organized through Post-Settlement Governance Entities ( PSGEs )—are taking legal action to compel the Crown to adhere to commitments embedded in Treaty settlements. The reports indicate that, for many communities, promises made as…
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Iwi take legal action over Treaty settlements to press Crown on commitments
Introduction: Rising legal pressure on the Crown over Treaty settlements In recent developments, iwi and post-settlement governance entities (PSGEs) are turning to legal avenues to ensure the Crown upholds commitments embedded in Treaty settlements. The push signals growing frustration with how promises are implemented and monitored, and suggests that the problems extend beyond minor adjustments.…
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Nama Diamonds: Restoring South Africa’s Lost Lands and Rights
Introduction: A land of diamonds, a history of displacement Along South Africa’s west coast, the glint of diamonds has long been entwined with a painful history. For the Nama people, whose lives and culture center around the arid, wind-swept deserts and mineral-rich terrain, the country’s diamond boom brought wealth to outsiders while many communities faced…
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South Africa’s Diamond Dilemma: Nama People Fight to reclaim Their Land
Introduction: A History Writ in Diamonds The diamonds of South Africa’s west coast have long glittered with promise and power. But for the Nama people, those gleams carry a heavy history: land that was theirs under ancestral stewardship was taken, often through colonial and apartheid-era mechanisms. Today, a new generation asks for restitution, using legal…
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Sask. Involved in Talks on Potential B.C. Oil Pipeline and West Coast Tanker Reinstatement
Overview: Saskatchewan’s Role in a Controversial North American Pipeline Discussion In a move that broadens the scope of inter-provincial energy policy, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe indicated that his government is actively participating in ongoing discussions about a potential oil pipeline in northern British Columbia. The talks, which would connect Alberta’s oil sands to Alaska’s or…
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Pope Returns 62 Artifacts to Canadian Indigenous Peoples
Historic Repatriation: Vatican Returns 62 Artifacts to Canadian Indigenous Peoples The Vatican on Saturday completed a notable step toward reconciliation with Indigenous communities in Canada, returning 62 cultural artifacts to Indigenous peoples as part of a broader reckoning with colonial-era harms. The gesture, announced during a period of renewed attention to the legacy of residential…
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Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Nepal: Appraisal
Introduction Nepal’s ambition to harness its vast hydro potential has positioned hydropower at the center of its sustainable-energy agenda. Proponents argue that large-scale projects can drive modernization, improve energy access, and foster regional cooperation. Yet the expansion within indigenous territories raises urgent questions about rights, culture, and ecological resilience. This article provides a critical appraisal…
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A Critical Appraisal of Hydropower Expansion in Indigenous Territories of Nepal
Introduction Nepal’s hydropower ambition sits at the intersection of energy security, economic development, and climate resilience. With an estimated potential far exceeding current capacity, the government positions hydropower as a cornerstone of growth, regional cooperation, and green transition. Yet a critical appraisal is essential in the indigenous territories where many large and small projects unfold.…
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Earth’s Reality Check: COP30 in Brazil Hit by Flooding as Climate Urgency Takes the Stage
Introduction: A Start Marked by Rain, Risks, and Reflection The COP30 climate conference in Brazil began under heavy rainfall and widespread flooding that disrupted venues, press conferences, and daily schedules. What was billed as a pivotal moment for global climate action quickly unfolded as organizers scrambled to relocate sessions, reroute media coverage, and reassure attendees…