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The South African government, through its various departments
and institutions, is continuously implementing initiatives
and programmes that are designed to improve
the quality of life of all residents. One of the most
pressing problems SA is facing is that of managing domestic
waste. Streets are strewn with litter; some areas do not
have waste-collection services; and many residents are
ignorant of responsible waste management.
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What is the Cleanest Town Competition?
In its efforts to transform the ideals of SA policies and legislation
into visible and participatory integrated waste management programmes,
the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) is in
the process of implementing the National Waste Management Strategy
(NWMS). The 'Clean Up Campaign' is one of the implementation processes
of the NWMS for sustainable development. The campaign aims to CHANGE
ATTITUDES THROUGH AWARENESS RAISING AND EDUCATION ON WASTE MANAGEMENT
and related issues. One of the initiatives to raise awareness and
to educate SA residents on waste-related issues is the Cleanest
Town Competition.
Why
is the competition important?
Cleaning up SA is not the
responsibility of government alone - residents, industries,
civil organisations and the youth have to be involved in this
massive task. This competition has been developed to work towards
a sustainable future, a healthy environment, a strong economy
and a high quality of life for all citizens.It will contribute
towards building clean living spaces through:
- increased
public awareness and education on waste management and issues
related to waste and pollution management, including environmental
impacts of waste. This will enhance the socio-economic development
of South Africa, the health of its people and the quality of
its environmental resources; encouragement of communities to
clean up their residential and working spaces; assistance in
the promotion of tourism; increased awareness on the desirability
of a clean environment;
- highlighting
examples of clean environments.
How
do I participate?
Fill in the entry
form below and post or fax it to your provincial
department. Remember, everyone can participate by helping
to keep his or her residential area and town clean.
Selection
process
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Municipalities
enter the competition |
| Cleanest
municipalities will represent the province |
| Country
winner |
Assessment
panel
Panels made up of a range of stakeholders will assess
the competition entries and select the winners.
The
panels will include representatives from:
- government
departments; the private sector; civic organisations;
- the
public.
Assessment
criteria
Assessment criteria will focus on two aspects:
A:
PHYSICAL CONDITION (70%) IS THE MAIN CONCERN. THIS WILL TAKE
INTO ACCOUNT:
1.
General cleanliness (residential and commercial areas) for
the following:
- public
markets; waste disposal sites; stations, taxi and bus ranks;
institutions, e.g., academic, etc.; recreational/comfort public
facilities;
- special
social services facilities, e.g., abattoirs, hospitals, etc.
2.
Urban green space
- open
green spaces;
- tourist
attractions.
B:
SUPPORT SYSTEMS (30%) WILL INCLUDE PROGRAMMES AND PROJECTS PROVIDED
ON:
- clean
and green initiatives; waste management practices; budgetary
support; monitoring and enforcement mechanisms; awareness and
education;
- equipment.
The
table below indicates the number of municipalities and metros
in the country:
Province |
Total
number of municipalities |
Metros |
| Eastern
Cape |
45 |
1 |
| Free
State |
25 |
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| Gauteng |
16 |
3 |
| KwaZulu-Natal |
61 |
1 |
| Mpumalanga |
24 |
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| North
West |
25 |
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| Northern
Cape |
31 |
|
| Northern
Province |
28 |
|
| Western
Cape |
30 |
1 |
| Total |
285 |
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When
will the winners be announced?
The
national winners will be announced on World Environment Day,
which is celebrated on 5 June 2002.
Entry
form
Closing
date: 31 January 2002
Name
of municipality: .......................................................................................................
Province: ...........................................................................................................................
Contact person: .................................................................................................................
Telephone: ........................................................................................................................
Fax: ...................................................................................................................................
E-mail: ...............................................................................................................................
Postal address: ..................................................................................................................
Conditions
1. The panel’s decision is final. No correspondence
will be entered into.
2. The closing date for the competition is 31 January 2002.
3. Participation constitutes acceptance of the competition rules
and conditions.
4. Only one entry should be submitted.
5. Entry forms should be accompanied by the necessary information.
6. Provincial winners will be announced by 31 March 2002.
7. National winners will be announced on 5 June 2002.
Who
to contact for further information?
National Department
of Environmental Affairs and Tourism
Private Bag X44, Pretoria 0001
Tel.
(012) 310-3470
Fax (012) 310-1167
Provincial
departments:
Northern
Cape
Tel. (053) 832-2143
Fax (053) 832-1035Northern Province
Tel. (015) 295-9300
Fax (015) 295-5819 |
Gauteng
Tel. (011) 355-1932
Fax (011) 337-2292 |
North
West
Tel. (018) 299-6503
Fax (018) 294-6008Free State
Tel. (051) 503-3023
Fax (051) 403-3905 |
Mpumalanga
Tel. (013) 759-4041
Fax (013) 759-4066 |
Western
Cape
Tel. (021) 483-2723
Fax (021) 483-4368KwaZulu-Natal
Tel. (035) 874-3298/7
Fax (035) 874-3301 |
Eastern
Cape
Tel. (040) 609-3203
Fax (040) 609-3201 |
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