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.
Who it is for
biologists, conservationists, land managers, garden suppliers, and pest control operators
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.
These regulations implement South Africa’s obligations under international treaties governing Antarctica, including environmental protection and scientific cooperation.
Who it is for
research institutions, polar scientists, government agencies, and logistics providers supporting Antarctic missions
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 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.
This act establishes a legal framework for climate change mitigation and adaptation in South Africa, including national planning, emissions reduction targets, and institutional responsibilities.
Who it is for
national and provincial governments, businesses, NGOs, and climate policy makers
Stakeholders may appeal decisions made regarding the white shark cage diving sector, which operates under non-consumptive use rules. These appeals are based on published reasons from 6 February 2019.
Individuals or organisations may appeal the Minister’s decision on Eskom's exemption application for air quality impacts related to its power generation activities. This opportunity allows for formal review of the exemption granted.
South Africa engages in various international agreements and memoranda of understanding with other countries and organisations to promote biodiversity conservation, environmental management, and transfrontier park development. These include cooperation with Namibia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Swaziland, China, Vietnam, and others on shared environmental goals.
South Africa has signed multiple agreements with neighbouring countries to establish and develop transfrontier conservation areas, such as the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Lubombo Transfrontier Conservation Area, Maloti-Drakensberg Transfrontier Conservation Area, and the Greater Mapungubwe Transfrontier Park.
A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between the Department of Environmental Affairs, the NW DOME Landowners Association, and The Dome Meteorite Park to establish a management authority for the site.
The Biodiversity Offset Agreement between DEA, SANParks, and Coal of Africa aims to ensure the integrity of the Mapungubwe World Heritage Site through collaborative conservation efforts, including mitigation of environmental impacts from mining activities.
Who it is for
members of the public, environmental groups, agricultural stakeholders, and local municipalities
How to act on it
Submit comments through the external source link provided
File an appeal with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, referencing the report titled 'Report and recommendations to the Minister D George (Dr), in respect of the exemption application of Eskom submitted in terms of section 59 of the National Environmental Management Air Quality Act 39 of 2004'.
mining companies, conservation bodies, government departments
How to act on it
Implementation is managed by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment in partnership with SANParks and Coal of Africa; no public application route is stated
