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Publication of the National Elephant Heritage Strategy For South Africa 2026 – 2036
The Department has published the National Elephant Heritage Strategy for public review and comment. The strategy outlines long-term goals for elephant conservation and heritage management across South Africa.
Publication of the National Elephant Heritage Strategy For South Africa 2026 – 2036 [G 54764 - GoN 7545]
Places
eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal
Reference
https://www.dffe.gov.za/index.php/legislation/gazetted_notices
National Waste Exemption Regulations, 2026
New regulations allowing exemptions from certain waste management requirements have been published. They are open for public comment before finalisation.
National Waste Exemption Regulations, 2026 [G 7214 – GoN 54304]
Biodiversity management plan for black rhinoceros and white rhinoceros in South Africa 2025 – 2035
A new biodiversity management plan for both black and white rhinoceros populations in South Africa has been published. It sets out strategies for conservation, monitoring, and population management over the next decade.
biodiversity management plan for black rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) and white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) in South Africa 2025 – 2035 [G 54506 – GoN 7369]
Implementation of the revised Biodiversity Management Plan for Pelargonium Sidoides in South Africa
The revised biodiversity management plan for Pelargonium Sidoides, a threatened medicinal plant, has been published. It guides conservation efforts and sustainable harvesting.
implementation of the revised Biodiversity Management Plan for Pelargonium Sidoides in South Africa [G 54227 – GoN 7181]
National Dust Control Regulations
The Department has published draft regulations aimed at controlling dust emissions from industrial and construction activities. These regulations are open for public comment.
National Dust Control Regulations [G 7335 – GoN 54440]
10th National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for public comment
The Department is releasing the 10th National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for public comment. This document provides data on national emissions and is open for feedback from experts and interested parties.
10th National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for public comment [G 54758 – GoN 7537]
Amendment and Expansion of the Vaal Triangle Air-Shed Priority Area
The Vaal Triangle Air-Shed has been expanded and amended. The revised boundary and designation are now open for public comment.
Amendment and Expansion of the Vaal Triangle Air-Shed Priority Area [G 7251 – GoN 54355]
Consolidated environmental implementation and management plan
A consolidated version of environmental implementation and management plans has been published, integrating multiple frameworks into one comprehensive document.
National Environmental Management Act (107/1998): consolidated environmental implementation and management pl
Withdrawal of the notice of establishment of the Industry Advisory Committee established in terms of the Waste Tyre Regulations
This notice formally withdraws the previous announcement regarding the establishment of an Industry Advisory Committee under the Waste Tyre Regulations. It indicates that the committee is no longer being formed as previously proposed.
Withdrawal of the notice of establishment of the Industry Advisory Committee established in terms of the Waste Tyre Regulations [G 54874 – GoN 3981]
Call for nominations of suitable persons to be appointed as members of the Interim Industry Advisory Committee in terms of regulation 12(2) of the Waste Tyre Regulations, 2017
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is inviting the public to nominate suitable individuals to serve on the Interim Industry Advisory Committee for waste tyre management. This committee will advise on matters related to the implementation of the Waste Tyre Regulations.
Call for nominations of suitable persons to be appointed as members of the Interim Industry Advisory Committee in terms of regulation 12(2) of the Waste Tyre Regulations, 2017 [ G 54907 – GoN 7636]
Application for Pre-Approval for Reclamation of Land from Coastal Waters: Transnet, Port of Durban
Transnet has submitted an application for pre-approval to reclaim land from coastal waters at the Port of Durban. The application is now open for public scrutiny and comment.
Application for Pre-Approval for Reclamation of Land from Coastal Waters: Transnet, Port of Durban [G7357 - GoN 54470]
