Dina Ndelini, a vineyard worker in Cape Town for over 40 years, suffered severe health issues due to exposure to the hazardous chemical Dormex, leading to her job and home loss. At a People’s Tribunal on Agrotoxins, farm workers shared their experiences with pesticide exposure, urging Europe to stop exporting dangerous chemicals. Despite legal frameworks in South Africa, enforcement is weak, and many workers lack protective equipment. The EU faces pressure to restrict imports of banned pesticides, but agroindustry groups oppose these measures. Experts argue for a ban on exports to protect vulnerable populations. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)