December 19, 2023
South Africa: Durban Beaches 'Safe for Swimming', Mayor Says
As thousands of holidaymakers are expected to descend on Durban shores for the festive season, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has assured visitors and residents that… Read more »
October 10, 2023
East Africa: SA Participates in Indian Ocean Rim Association Meeting
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, will take part in the 23rd Council of Ministers (COM) meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). Read more »
August 08, 2023
South Africa: Young Women Urged to Explore Opportunities in Oceans Economy
Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has encouraged young people to explore career opportunities in the oceans… Read more »
July 17, 2023
South Africa: Public Called to Protect Water Resources
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on South Africans to take part in the Clear Rivers campaign to protect water resources in honour of former President Nelson… Read more »
July 07, 2023
South Africa: Several Initiatives to Address Pollution of Rivers
The Department of Water and Sanitation says it is engaged in several initiatives aimed at addressing the pollution of rivers by municipal waste water treatment works. Read more »
June 08, 2023
South Africa: Government Committed to Ensuring Ocean Sustainability
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has emphasised the importance of protecting the oceans to ensure the long-term sustainability of the oceans and… Read more »
April 26, 2023
South Africa: Fish Deaths At Hartbeespoort Dam Caused By Lack of Oxygen
Investigations conducted by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has revealed that the fish that died on 11 April at the Hartbeespoort Dam, was due to extremely low oxygen… Read more »
July 11, 2022
South Africa: Focus On Cleaning Rivers for Mandela Month
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reiterated its call on all South Africans to actively take part in the Clear Rivers campaign for pollution-free and healthy water… Read more »
May 27, 2022
South Africa: Creecy Extends Fishing Rights Appeals Period
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has further extended the period for appeals of the 2021 Fishing Rights Allocation Process (FRAP2021) by an… Read more »