Publications
The Department of Environmental Affairs, its entities and programmes produce and contribute to a variety of publications, with a view to keep the public informed and engaged on environmental issues.
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Environment Quarterly editions |
Newspaper and magazine supplements |
Booklets and brochures |
Posters and wall charts |
Newspaper adverts |
Environment Quarterly Editions
Environment Quarterly is the stakeholder publication of the Department of Environmental Affairs. The publication aims to keep stakeholders including the public, researchers and policy makers in the environment sector up to date with the programmes, events and legislation driven by the Department of Environmental Affairs.
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Oct - Dec 2020: Make safety a part of your holidayCelebrating World Food Day. Get reacquainted with our biodiverse rich parks.» download publication (PDF) |
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.» download publication (PDF) |
April- June2020: Exclusive interview with outgoing DG.What is Environment Month?: 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.» download publication (PDF) |
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.» download publication |
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Newspaper and magazine supplements
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Environmental budget reprioritised for post Covid-19 recoveryThe Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries has been allocated R8.2 billion for the
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Barbara Creecy hands over historic fishing rightsHeadlines: Barbara Creecy hands over historic fishing rights. Rooibos agreement is a victory for the Khoi Community. NBA launched to protect S A’s rich biodiversity. SA firefighters receive a hero’s welcome after combating Canadian fire.» Supplement 1
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Barbara Creecy is finding the right balancing act - Leadership supplement (August 2019)Finding the right balance act: The task of balancing the acceleration of economic growth and transformation with the sustainable use of environmental resources is no small feat, but it is a task that newly appointed Minister of DEFF, Barbara Creecy is excited to take on.» Leadership |
Minister Creecy leads World Environment Day - Sowetan supplement (June 2019)Learn about: What is Air Pollution?, What are the effects of air pollution?, A look at SA’s state of air quality in winter.» Sowetan
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Newspaper Adverts
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Let's talk plastic pollution solutions
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South Africa increases network of Marine Protected Areas - Tiso Black Star» download advert (as it appeared in Tiso Black Star) |
World Wetlands Day - Isolezwe
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World Wetlands Day - Cape Argus
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Booklets and brochures
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Facts about nvasive Alien PlantsLearn about: • Invasive Alien Plants such as water hyacinth adn how they affect the capacity of dams and rivers in terms of water storage.» download English publication
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The basics of climate chnageClimate change is an alteration of the earth’s general weather conditions. The most prominent part of climate change is the rising temperature
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Air QualityInformation to help learners and teachers to have a better understanding of air and air pollution.» download publication |
Biodiversity economy - game meatLearn about: • The advanatges of game meat production; its health benefits and; economic opportunities attached to this product.» download publication |
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Posters and wall charts
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Vulture is an endangered animalDid you know? Vultures throughout the world are
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World Rhino Day 2019 posterSouth Africa is the home of the Rhino. Let's keep it that way!» download poster (landscape).
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Greenest Municipality Competition (GMC)Learn about: • Greenest Municipality Competition which, aims to encourage muicipalities to adapt green economy using elements of re-use, reduce and recycle.» download poster
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National Arbour Month 2019Learn about: • Forests and sustainable cities.» download poster
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