Deal #4433 Version 67630 Version 67631
Negotiation status
  • [2006, current] Concluded (Contract signed)
  • [1997] Concluded (Contract signed)
  • [2006] Concluded (Change of ownership)
  • [2006, current] Concluded (Contract signed)
Comment on presence of land conflicts
These disputes center on the question of land ownership and rights of possession, as well as compensation owed for historical relocation of communities.
These disputes center on the question of land ownership and rights of possession, as well as compensation owed for historical relocation of communities. Protests from locals who believe that some land leases were unfairly transferred to Illovo by their forefathers or local chiefs.
Received compensation (e.g. for damages or resettlements)
Monetary compensation for the 600 hectares of community land lost. However an on-going battle between the community and the company persists. The community members who lost their land to the Dwangwa Cane Growers Limited (see below) have not received any compensation, despite court orders being issued stating that the communities are entitled to compensation.
Presence of organizations and actions taken (e.g. farmer organizations, NGOs, etc.)
Protests from locals who believe that some land leases were unfairly transferred to Illovo by their forefathers or local chiefs.