Former unionist Johnny Copelyn bets on Wild Coast oil and gas bonanza

South African businessman and ex-ANC MP has key role in controversial Shell survey

05 December 2021 - 00:04

By TONY CARNIE

Amid growing opposition to the Shell oil and gas exploration venture off the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast, former labour union stalwart turned businessman Johnny Copelyn has emerged as a key figure behind the seismic blasting drive.

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