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Publications: EQ
ENVIRONMENT
QUARTERLY
(EQ) MAGAZINE EDITIONS
EQ is the STAKEHOLDER PUBLICATION of the DFFE which, aims to KEEP the general public, researchers and policy makers in the environment sector UP TO DATE WITH the programmes, events, legislation and all other INITIATIVES driven BY THE DFFE.
RECENT EDITIONS
GLOBAL GIANTS, GREEN PLEDGES AT G20
GLOBAL GIANTS, GREEN PLEDGES AT G20
Held in Kruger National Park on 13 -17 July, the gathering brought together delegates from government, industry, academia, and civil society to address pressing global challenges and explore opportunities for shared progress. As the first African nation to lead the G20, South Africa set the tone for a year of bold, inclusive dialogue under the theme "Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability."
CLIMATE PLAN TO BOLSTER RESILIENT ECONOMY
CLIMATE PLAN TO BOLSTER RESILIENT ECONOMY
“Having a robust Climate Change Coastal Adaptation Response Plan is essential to supporting South Africa’s Operation Phakisa efforts to achieve a sustainable oceans economy.” These were the sentiments expressed by Minister D George (Dr). The Minister was speaking during the launch of the Climate Change Coastal Adaptation Response Plan (CARP).
DEPUTY MINISTER LAUNCHES E-WASTE PROJECT
DEPUTY MINISTER LAUNCHES BREAKTHROUGH E-WASTE PROJECT
In response to the rapid challenges of e-waste in the country, Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts developed an e-waste collection pilot project to mobilise South African communities to buy into recycling and the proper disposal of e-waste. Hosted in Mpumalanga’s biggest municipality, Bushbuckridge at the beginning of February.
COP29 OUTCOMES - A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION
COP29 OUTCOMES - A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION
At COP29, parties came together to adopt the Baku Climate Unity Pact, a comprehensive agreement that includes a New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate finance, a Global Goal on Adaptation, and the Sharm el-Sheikh Mitigation Ambition and Implementation Work Programme.
DEPUTY MINISTER HONOURS WOMEN IN ENVIRONMENT
ARBOR MONTH: 30 YEARS OF ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY
NATIONAL ARBOR MONTH: 30 YEARS OF ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY
“Celebrating 30 years of Freedom: Promoting environmental conservation and sustainable forest management” was the theme of the day on 8 September 2024 as Deputy Minister for DFFE, Ms Bernice Swarts launched the 2024 National Arbor Month campaign at the Freedom Park Heritage Site in Tshwane.
DFFE WELCOMES NEW LEADERSHIP
DFFE WELCOMES NEW LEADERSHIP
DFFE extends a heartfelt welcome to the newly appointed Minister, Dr Dion George and the Deputy Ministers, Ms Bernice Swarts and Mr Narend Singh who will be at the helm of the department. With their diverse expertise and commitment to sustainability, we are optimistic about a future where conservation and economic growth go hand in hand.
BUILDING SOUTH AFRICA'S SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES
BUILDING SOUTH AFRICA'S SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES
The small-scale fisheries sector in South Africa has undergone a detailed revamp, which has included stricter legal procedures, registration, and the establishment of cooperative organisations. It is noteworthy that 172 small-scale fishing cooperatives have been granted 15-year fishing rights, indicating a substantial step forward in the growth of the sector.
OLDER EDITIONS
Older edtions of EQ for the years 2023/24 to 2020 are available for download below.
April - May 2024
30 YEARS OF WETLAND CONSERVATION
This year, South Africa celebrates 30 Years of Democracy, and along with it, the biologically diverse natural assets such as wetlands.
January - February 2024
SPOTLIGHT ON COP 28 HOSTED IN DUBAI
South Africa welcomes the landmark decision to adopt a global goal on adaptation here at the COP 28 at the Dubai climate change conference. This is something our country together with the African continent and other vulnerable nations have struggled to achieve for many years.
November - December 2023
ADVANCING TOWARDS A GREENER SOUTH AFRICA
Forestry sector contributes about 150 000 jobs across the country which goes some way in alleviating unemployment while caring for our environment.
September - October 2023
BUCHU AGREEMENT MAKES HISTORY
History was made at the first African Biotrade Festival (ABF) when the Buchu Agreement was signed by the National Khoisan Council, South African San Council and the Buchu industry at the Sandton Convention Centre.
June - July 2023
SA FIREFIGHTERS HELP CANADA
WoF provided the bulk of the firefighting resources and was made up of 485 firefighters in 22 teams. The firefighters convened in Knysna to provide much-needed firefighting assistance to local fire authorities.
April - May 2023
MINISTER AND DM TABLE BUDGET VOTE 2023/24
The past years were exciting as we travelled the length and breadth of this Republic to tell the story of our department from the ground, visiting various schools and town halls to ramp up public education and awareness employing various outreach tactics, while also ensuring that our various stakeholders are afforded a reciprocal communication opportunity.
January - February 2023
SOUTH AFRICA PLAYS A CRITICAL ROLE IN COP15
Two years after being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, countries convened in Montreal, Canada for United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity's CoP15. South Africa played a significant role in the negotiations; co-chairing several working groups including resource mobilisation and ABS from DSI.
November - December 2022
BATTLE TO SAVE THE RHINO CONTINUES
More good news in the environment came from Anglo Platinum's donation of four Bat Hawk aircrafts to strengthen the fight against rhino poaching in the Kruger National Park. This serves as part of mining giant's commitment to environmental protection and sustainability.
September - October 2022
CSIR RECEIVES LABORATORY EQUIPMENT FORM JAPAN
Spring has sprung, which means that winter is out our way and it's time to enjoy the warmer weather outside by visiting a botanical garden near you, a national park or a zoo for some outdoor family fun. Top of the environmental calendar this new season is the Arbor Month campaign.
July - August 2022
CELEBRATING INSPIRING WOMEN IN FORESTRY AND FISHERIES
The month of August always brings with it numerous observances around the globe and top of our list in South Africa is Women's Month which focuses the nation's attention on the empowerment, equality and influence of women in different levels and spheres of society.
April - June 2022
ACT NOW AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
On 2 February, we celebrated World Wetlands Day. The theme this year, was 'Wetlands Action for People and Nature', drawing attention to the many ways in which wetlands are important for people and the economy.
February - March 2022
DFFE CONCLUDES FISHING RIGHTS ALLOCATION PROCESS
It is an honour to welcome you to the first edition of Environment Quarterly in the financial year 2022/23. Durban marches for a greener future: When KwaZulu-Natal was hit by devastating weather storms in April this year, concerns around climate change and its impacts in the country grew to new levels.
January 2022
WETLANDS ACTION FOR PEOPLE AND NATURE
On 2 February, we celebrated World Wetlands Day. The theme this year, was 'Wetlands Action for People and Nature', drawing attention to the many ways in which wetlands are important for people and the economy.
October- November 2021
GREENING FOR A LESS WASTEFUL HOLIDAY SEASON
COP26 sets the international community on the right track to addressing the existential challenge of climate change."
September - October 2021
PROTECTION OF NATURAL FOREST
The month of September marked National Arbor Month, which was this year launched on 1 September in the City of uMhlathuze in KZN.
June - July 2021
2021 GENERATION RESTORATION
Everyone has a role to play in ecosystem restoration and each of us can make a difference.
Apr - May 2021
2021 DFFE BUDGET ALLOCATION
It is an allocation that will chiefly drive our equitable transition to a low-carbon economy and a climate-resilient society.
Jan - Mar 2021:
THE ORIGIN OF CYCLONES
A cyclone is a type of weather system in which wind rotates around an area of low atmospheric pressure.
Oct - Dec 2020
MAKE SAFETY A PART OF YOUR HOLIDAY
Celebrating World Food Day. Get reacquainted with our biodiverse rich parks.
July - Sept 2020
KNOW AND EXERCISE YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS.
According to the South African Constitution, everyone has the right to an environment that is not harmful to their wellbeing.
April - June2020
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH OUTGOING DG.
Environment Month is celebrated annually in South Africa during the month of June. This year, the celebrations and participation took place via online communication due to the Corona Virus outbreak.
January - March 2020
WETLANDS BIODIVERSITY MATTERS.
We celebrated World Wetlands Day, which we cover in this edition, with the aim of reminding society of the state of our wetlands, while also raising awareness of wetlands' significance. All of us have a role to play in the conservation and protection of our wetlands.