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Collected on 7 August 2026
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Regulations for implementing and enforcing priority area air quality management plans
These regulations establish procedures for managing air quality in designated priority areas, including monitoring, reporting, and compliance measures for industrial and urban emissions.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 26 August 2024 Title Regulations for implementing and enforcing priority area air quality air quality management plans External source link Doc type
Reference
https://www.dffe.gov.za/index.php/legislation/actsregulations
Closing Date
24 February 2021
Consultation on the draft strategy for reducing food losses and waste
The public is invited to provide feedback on a draft national strategy aimed at reducing food loss and waste across production, processing, distribution, and consumption stages.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 19 September 2023 Title Consultation on the draft strategy for reducing food losses and waste External source link Doc type
Regulations in terms of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998
This regulation provides legal framework for the management and conservation of marine living resources in South Africa. It sets out rules for fishing rights, resource allocation, monitoring, and enforcement.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 24 June 2025 Title Regulations in terms of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998 External source link Doc type
National Environmental Management Laws Amendment Act (Act No. 02 of 2022)
This amendment act updates various environmental laws to improve enforcement, clarify regulatory powers, and strengthen environmental governance across sectors.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 26 June 2022 Title National Environmental Management Laws Amendment Act (Act No. 02 of 2022) [G 46602 – No. 2203 | Vol 684] External source link Doc type
Mercury Amendment Regulations
These regulations amend existing laws to control mercury use and emissions, aligning with international commitments such as the Minamata Convention.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 4 December 2023 Title Mercury Amendment Regulations External source link Doc type
National Environmental Management Act (107/1998): Regulations to domesticate the Rotterdam Convention
These regulations implement South Africa’s international obligations under the Rotterdam Convention, requiring prior informed consent before importing hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 21 February 2023 Title National Environmental Management Act (107/1998): Regulations to domesticate the requirements of the Rotterdam Convention on the prior informed consent procedure for certain hazardous chemicals and pesticides in international trade [G 48098 – GoN 3072] External source link Doc type
National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (10/2004): Commencement of the Alien and Invasive Species Lists, 2020
This notice confirms the official commencement of the national lists of alien and invasive species under the Biodiversity Act, which triggers legal controls on their import, sale, and movement.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 24 February 2021 Title National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (10/2004): Commencement of the Alien and Invasive Species Lists, 2020
Consultation on the proposed adoption of the sandveld environmental management framework standard, 2024
The public is invited to comment on a draft environmental management framework for the Sandveld region. This includes proposals to exclude certain activities from requiring clearance for indigenous vegetation removal related to cultivation.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 13 September 2024 Title Consultation on the proposed adoption of the sandveld environmental management framework standard, 2024 and the proposed exclusion of activities identified in the environmental impact assessment regulations listing notices 1, 2 and 3 of 2014, for the clearance of indigenous vegetation and any associated activity necessary for the purpose of cultivation of land External source link Doc type
Antarctic Treaties Act, 1996: Antarctic Treaties Regulations
These regulations implement South Africa’s obligations under international treaties governing Antarctica, including environmental protection and scientific cooperation.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 11 February 2022 Title Antarctic Treaties Act,1996 (Act No.60 of 1996): Antarctic Treaties Regulations [G 45903 -GoN 1751] External source link Doc type
Sandveld Environmental Management Framework Standards, 2024
This standard outlines environmental management requirements for development and land use activities in the Sandveld region. It guides sustainable practices in agriculture, mining, and infrastructure projects.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 13 September 2024 Title Sandveld Environmental Management Framework Standards, 2024 External source link Doc type
Notification of publication of the draft Strategy for Reducing Food Losses and Waste in the Government Gazette
The Minister has officially notified the public that the draft strategy is published in the Government Gazette for public comment under the National Environmental Management: Waste Act.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 19 September 2023 Title The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Ms Barbara Creecy, notify the public that the draft Strategy for Reducing Food Losses and Waste has been published in the Government Gazette for public comment, in terms of section 72 and 73 of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008). External source link Doc type
Climate Change Act No.:22 of 2024
This act establishes a legal framework for climate change mitigation and adaptation in South Africa, including national planning, emissions reduction targets, and institutional responsibilities.
The document's recorded date is 24 February 2021. Confirm on the official source.
Date Published 23 July 2024 Title Climate Change Act No.:22 of 2024 External source link Doc type
