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Does Africa know enough about oceans and pollution?
The issue of marine litter is not receiving enough attention in Africa, Juliette Biao, director of the United Nations Environmental Programme (Unep), told delegates at the World Economic Forum which...
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Regulation of residue stockpiles and deposits under review
Residue stockpiles and residue deposits will no longer be regulated under the National Environmental Management, but by the National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 (NEMA). South African law...
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UN Oceans Conference calls for global action
The rollout of beach clean-ups and marine animal awareness campaigns along South Africa’s east and west coastlines took place this week in celebration of World Oceans Day on Thursday. To commemorate...
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SA serious about effective climate change response
South Africa is committed to sustainable and climate smart development, says Environmental Affairs minister Edna Molewa. “South Africa’s short, medium and long-term vision is to contribute towards an...
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Mpact unlocks economic opportunities in waste sector
Milk bottles are good polyolefin plastics to recycle. Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has called for transformation in the waste sector so it can significantly contribute to the growth of...
View ArticleNew maritime transport policy protects against ocean pollution
South Africa’s Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) minister, Edna Molewa, extends a message of support for the South African Comprehensive Maritime Transport Policy, which will help to enhance...
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African leaders called to support circular economy
Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has called on leaders in African governments to support the development of a circular economy. Speaking at the launch of the African Circular Economy Alliance...
View ArticleMolewa calls for comments on waste tyre management plans
The Department of Environmental Affairs is calling on the public to submit their written inputs or comment on the four Industry Waste Tyre Management Plans recently submitted to government for...
View ArticleRemembering the late Dr Edna Molewa
Since the news of Environmental Affairs Minister Dr Edna Molewa’s passing, tributes from around the world have been pouring in acknowledging the late minister’s contribution to the fight for a cleaner...
View ArticleIWMSA pays tribute to Dr Edna Molewa
The Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) says it was saddened to hear of the death of environmental affairs minister Edna Molewa, noting that she will always be remembered for her...
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