Environment

The Clean Water Act is an important piece of legislation that was implemented in South Africa to protect the country's water resources. It was first introduced in 1998 and has since been amended several times to strengthen its provisions and ensure better enforcement. The primary objective of the Clean Water Act is to regulate the quality of water in South Africa, both surface water and groundwater, to...

The Clean Air Act is a crucial piece of legislation that was enacted by the South African government to regulate air quality and protect the health of its citizens. The Act was passed in 1965 and has since undergone several revisions to strengthen its provisions and adapt to changing environmental challenges. The South African government recognized the need for a Clean Air Act due to the growing...