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Question 1
List and provide examples of environmental sector-specific
legislation that addresses (directly or indirectly) climate change
issues in South Africa. (15)
Environmental Sector-Specific Legislation Addressing
Climate Change in South Africa
South Africa has developed various legislative frameworks and
policies that either directly or indirectly address climate change.
These laws and regulations focus on environmental protection,
sustainable resource use, and mitigation of climate change
impacts. Below are key legislative instruments:
1. National Environmental Management Act (NEMA),
1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998)
NEMA serves as the overarching environmental framework
legislation in South Africa. It establishes principles for
environmental decision-making, including sustainable
development, the precautionary principle, and public
participation. Section 2 of NEMA promotes an integrated
approach to environmental management, ensuring that
activities impacting the climate and biodiversity are
regulated. This Act indirectly addresses climate change by
requiring environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for