South Africa: National Forest Act

This act recognizes that everyone in South Africa has a constitutional right to have the environment protected for the benefit of present and future generations and acknowledges that natural forests and woodlands need to be conserved and developed according to the principles of sustainable management. The Act legislates the sustainable use of forests for environmental, economic, educational, health, recreational, cultural and spiritual purposes, and includes special measures for the protection of certain forests and trees.

Date Implemented: 1984; 1998

Status: In Force; Mandatory

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC, 2000