South Africa

Currency: South African rand (ZAR)

Timezone: South African Standard Time (UTC+2)

South Africa is a Southern Africa country located at the tip of the continent, sharing its borders with Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe. The climate of the country is mostly sub-tropical along the coast and semi-arid inthe other parts of the country with a terrain that is mostly plateau with rugged hills. With a population of approximately 60 million people, South Africa is the most populous country in Southern Africa and contains a diverse ethnic group, including Black African, Whites, and Indian/Asian.

The official languages of the country are English, Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, Pedi, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Venda, Tsonga, Swazi, Southern Ndebele. The country operates a parliamentary republic system of government which is administratively divided into nine (9) provinces, and Pretoria —the country’s capital. The South Africa economy is the second-largest economy in Africa by GDP and is widely regarded as a middle-income emerging economy that is rich in natural resources. The major source of foreign exchange for the country comes from the export of gold, diamond, wines, iron ore, platinum, non-ferrous metals. The major challenges facing the country are the prevalence of HIV/AIDs and public sector corruption.

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Regulations Relating to Trans Fat in Foodstuffs

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

The regulations prohibits the sale, manufacturing, and importation of any oils and fats in processed foods intended for human consumption that exceeds 2 gram per 100 grams of end product foodstuff.

South Africa • 2010 • Agriculture and Rural Development

Fishing Harbor Fees (Marine Living Resources Act, 1998)

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

The notice, under the Marine Living Resources Act of 1998 outlines, in the form of amendments, the fees payable for the use of fishing harbour facilities.

South Africa • 2010 • Agriculture and Rural Development

Genetically Modified Organisms Act: Amendments

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

An amendment to the fees payable” section of the genetically modified organisms act of 1997.”””

South Africa • 2010 • Agriculture and Rural Development

Deeds Registries Act: Amendment of Regulations

Ministry of Rural Development and Land Reform, South Africa

The schedule fees of office prescribed by the regulations in the Deeds Registries Act are amended.

South Africa • 2010 • Land, Housing and Natural Resources

Adoption of Pesticide Management Policy for South Africa

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

Pesticide use allows for an abundant supply of food items and control of public health hazards and nuisance pests. They however also cause undesirable side effects – due to their biological nature – on workers,...

South Africa • 2010 • Agriculture and Rural Development

Notice of Declaration of Particular Groups of Trees

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

The notice declares particular groups of trees outlined in the schedule as “Champion Trees” under the National Forests Act of 1998. “No person may cut, disturb, damage or destroy any protected tree or possess, collect,...

South Africa • 2010 • Agriculture and Rural Development

A South African Trade Policy and Strategy Framework

Ministry of Trade, Industry and Competition, South Africa

The policy and strategy framework is a necessary review of the trade reform process carried out shortly after the transition to democratic rule in South Africa. It sets out and clarifies the potential impact of...

South Africa • 2010 • Trade, Industry and Investment

Regulations on the Use of Water for Mining and Related Activities

Ministry of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, South Africa

The regulations, under the national water act of 1998, relates to the use of water for mining and other similar activities, for the protection of water resources. There are restrictions on locality of mine operations,...

South Africa • 2010 • Utilities

National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Regulations

Ministry of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, South Africa

The regulations apply to all animals and plants listed in the schedules of the convention. The national minister for environmental affairs is empowered to be the authority on permit issuance, maintain international trade records, coordinate...

South Africa • 2010 • Environment and Climate Change

A Monograph of the Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage

Ministry of Health, South Africa

This monograph aims to provide relevant evidence-based practical information and guidelines for all grades of a health worker at all levels of care who manage women with postpartum haemorrhage. It defines primary postpartum haemorrhage as...

South Africa • 2010 • Health

Guidelines for Full-service/Inclusive Schools

Ministry of Education, South Africa

The guidelines are premised on the sixth white paper on Special Needs Education Building an Inclusive Education and Training System. They serve as steps towards making all ordinary schools, full-service/inclusive schools. The guidelines contain criteria...

South Africa • 2010 • Education

Basic Education Strategic Plan 2010-2013

Ministry of Education, South Africa

This represents the first distinct and independent strategic plan of the Department of Basic Education. The strategic plan sets out the three-year objectives and activities of the department, with emphasis on implementation and performance monitoring...

South Africa • 2010 • Education