6 months ago today Lord Oates raised the issue of mass lead poisoning of children in Kabwe, one of the world's most polluted towns, in the House of Lords Colonial-era mining by @AngloAmerican left most of the pollution When will it repair the harm? When will the UK force it to?

32 African countries spend more on external debt than on healthcare. 25 spend more on debt than on education. Debt justice means fair debt relief so countries can prioritise people over repayments. Help #CancelTheDebt today: 🔗actsa.org/cancelling-unfair-… #CancelTheDebt

Did you know? Glasgow awarded Nelson Mandela the Freedom of the City in 1981 while he was imprisoned under apartheid. Today, that legacy of solidarity reminds us that human rights transcend nationality. S.A must stand against xenophobia. #MandelaLegacy #InternationalSolidarity

ICYMI | ACTSA on @salaamedia S.A’s history demonstrates the importance of international solidarity in the struggle against apartheid. Xenophobia cannot thrive where action is needed. Listen to the full interview on Spotify: bit.ly/4ybegJm #HumanRights

HAPPENING NOW | JOIN THE CALL FOR DEBT CANCELLATION Join @debtjustice live from Bangkok. How can the UK government help deliver change? Join the event: us.list-manage.com/10tKxpZda… If you can’t join live, register to receive the recording. #DebtJustice #CancelTheDebt

Join Debt Justice live from Bangkok to hear about the global call for debt cancellation and how the UK can help make it happen. Wednesday | 1pm–2:15pm BST | Online Register to attend or receive the recording: act.debtjustice.org.uk/rsvp-… #DebtJustice #CancelTheDebt

Kabwe is still waiting for justice. In an article for the @mailandguardian, Lord Peter Hain examines the community’s ongoing fight for justice and accountability. Read here: mg.co.za/thought-leader/2026… #Justice4Kabwe

Today, ACTSA joined the Nelson Mandela Scottish Memorial Foundation in Glasgow for the unveiling of a statue honouring Nelson Mandela at Nelson Mandela Place. We are proud to have been part of this historic occasion. To follow ACTSA click 👉 actsa.org/get-involved/

[STATEMENT] ACTSA congratulates Navi Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. We recognise her lifelong commitment to justice, equality and human rights. Read our full statement: bit.ly/Navi_Pillay #NaviPillay #HumanRights

There are many ways to support ACTSA’s work for human rights across Southern Africa. You can donate, fundraise, become a member or join our Youth Activist Community. Find out how you can get involved: actsa.org/get-involved/ #Join4Solidarity #Join4HumanRights

THANK YOU FOR STANDING IN SOLIDARITY This morning, we stood outside the Royal Courts of Justice in solidarity with the Tanzanian claimants as the LBMA trial began. The fight does not end at the courtroom door. Follow ACTSA for updates on our work: 🔗actsa.org/get-involved/

TOMORROW: PROTEST & PASTRIES Start your morning with protest, solidarity and pastries. 📍 Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London 🕘 Wednesday 7 October | 9:00–10:00am Come before work. Stand for accountability. Have a pastry. Register to join: bit.ly/46UIWn9

On 30 September, Botswana marked 60 years of independence. ACTSA recognises this milestone and Botswana’s place in the wider story of Southern Africa’s struggle for self-determination, justice and equality. Find out more and get involved: actsa.org/get-involved/ #Botswana60

A historic moment in Glasgow as the statue of Nelson Mandela is unveiled. Join The Nelson Mandela Scottish Memorial Foundation on 9 October at 4pm as Scotland honours the legacy of one of the world’s most iconic human rights leaders. 📍 Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow 🕓 4pm

PROTEST & PASTRIES! Join us in protest at the start of the court case to STOP DIRTY GOLD on the London Stock Exchange. Register: forms.gle/uoiWGUA6e7QdAXwH8 📍 Outside the Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London WC2A 2LL 🕘 07 October | 9:00–10:00am

At the SIDA Annual Conference 2026 in Edinburgh. Yesterday, our Director joined a panel exploring power, accountability & justice; & how governments, business and civil society can make more responsible, inclusive choices. Subscribe to our newsletter: actsa.org/contact/

RUN FOR ACTSA IN THE 2027 LONDON MARATHON! The 2027 London Marathon is coming to London on 24 & 25 April. We’re looking for runners to join Team ACTSA. Email [email protected] to express your interest and join us in raising funds for human rights in Southern Africa. #RunForACTSA

ICYMI | ACTSA ON GBV & FEMICIDE ACTSA joined Voice of Hope FM 90.5 to discuss GBV&F in S.A, the wider regional crisis, and the urgent need for action. 🎧 Listen to the full interview on our website: actsa.org/in-case-you-missed… #GBVF #WomensRights

Happy Heritage Day, South Africa.

The launch of ACTSA’s new report, UNDENIABLE: Anglo American’s role in the Kabwe sacrifice zone, is happening now. If you weren’t able to join us on Zoom, you can still watch the conversation live on Facebook. Watch now: 🔗facebook.com/share/v/1Dk9uii… #JusticeForKabwe

KABWE | Read the report UNDENIABLE: Anglo American’s role in the Kabwe Sacrifice Zone. Read on ACTSA’s website: 🔗bit.ly/the-kabwe-sacrifice Join the launch conversation, 23 September at 11:00 (GMT+1) / 12:00 (SAST). Register: bit.ly/UNDENIABLE_Kabwe #JusticeForKabwe