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CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT
United Nations Environment Programme
Stockholm Convention
Summary of Intent
The finalised draft document on the best available techniques (BAT) and best environmental practices guidance (BPE) for identifying and managing persistent organic pollutants (POPs)-contaminated sites is available. Developed by leading experts, the document will be considered at the twelfth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Stockholm Convention. This guidance is a critical tool for countries tackling POPs and ensuring a cleaner, healthier environment, and includes:
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United Nations Environment Programme
BRS COPs
Summary of Intent
The 2025 meetings of the Conferences of the Parties (COPs) to the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm Conventions (BRS COPs) will take place from 28 April to 9 May 2025 in Geneva. Pre-session working and information documents for the meetings are available on the website at:
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Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Regulations for the management of mercury
Summary of Intent
The regulations for the management of mercury in South Africa have been gazetted and came into effect on 31 March 2025.
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Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
Application for derogation
Summary of Intent
The Fertilizer Association of Southern Africa (FERTASA) has informed the public of their intention to submit an application for derogation for the continued use of boric acid products, as applied to all registered fertiliser products in South Africa. The functions that boron performs cannot be substituted by any other chemical substance. However, according to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, boron has been identified as a substance of concern in the reproductive toxicity category 1B. A risk assessment was conducted that concluded there were insignificant health risks associated with boron-containing fertiliser products and as a result, no additional precautionary statements are required on the labelling. A 30 day period has been implemented for comments to be submitted by 25 April 2025.
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CLIMATE CHANGE
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
Call for expression of interest
Summary of Intent
The DFFE invites scientists wishing to be involved in the compilation of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 7th Assessment Report to submit an expression of interest. Possible participation includes Co-ordinating Lead Author, Lead Author, Contributing Author, Review Author or Expert Reviewer. Expressions of interest must be submitted to the DFFE by 15 April 2025.
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WASTE
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
Proposed amendment to the waste exclusion regulations
Summary of Intent
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United Nations Institute for Training and Research
Webinar- extended producer responsibility (EPR) in the plastics sector
Summary of Intent
To ensure compliance and alignment with regulations, an amended list of tariff codes and description for refrigerants has been compiled for submission to the South African Revenue Services.
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United Nations Environment Programme
Webinar
Summary of Intent
In the run-up to the upcoming Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions Conference of Parties meetings, a webinar will be held on 9 April 2025 from 11h00 to 12h30. The event entitled “The hidden plastic waste exports, the case for Basel Convention controls on refuse derived fuels (RDF) and textile waste. RDF consists of 30-60% mixed plastic waste and is destined to be burned in cement kilns, thermal power plants and incinerators, yet few parties accurately classify it as plastic waste using Basel waste codes and its export goes largely unrecorded. Similarly, around 60% of all textiles are made of synthetic polymers but in their waste phase are rarely classified as plastic waste with appropriate Basel codes. This event seeks to highlight these hidden plastic waste exports and how they can be brought into compliance with the Basel Convention.
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ENERGY
Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
Summary of Intent
The latest draft of the IRP, December 2024 has been shared by the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) for information.
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TRANSNET
Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
Electricity Regulation Act
Determination
Summary of Intent
A determination has been issued in terms of 34(1)(b) of the Act for the purpose of ensuring security of energy supply in the national interest. The determination recognises that new electricity transmission infrastructure is required to ensure the optimal supply of electricity, to be located across the Northern Cape, North-West and Gauteng. The infrastructure is to be procured by the National Transmission Company of South Africa SOC Limited from independent transmission providers.
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Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
Electricity Regulation Act
Draft Electricity Transmission Infrastructure Regulations
Summary of Intent
Draft regulations were published on 3 April 2025 for 30-day public consultation. The application of the regulations includes:
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EE Business Intelligence
Energy and electricity news
Summary of Intent
The major energy and electricity news and developments for the period 17 to 31 March 2025 are:
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SAFETY SMART
Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA)
Campaign
Summary of Intent
CAIA has launched the Safety Smart campaign. With the slogan ‘Be Smart. Prevent Injuries. Save Lives.’, this campaign is centred on the belief that physical safety starts with a safety-focused mindset—thinking about hazards, risks, and consequences before proceeding with any task or action, whether it be working with machinery or walking down a flight of stairs. To mark the launch of the initiative, the following resources have been developed and are available:
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TAXATION
National Treasury
South African revenue Services
Trade statistics for February 2025
Summary of Intent
South Africa recorded a preliminary trade balance surplus of R20.9 billion in February 2025. This surplus was attributable to exports of R164.0 billion and imports of R143.1 billion, inclusive of trade with Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho and Namibia (BELN).
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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA)
2025 Season Open
Summary of Intent
The Responsible Care® Key Performance Indicator system went live on 1 April 2025 and will be open until 31 May 2025 for uploading of 2024 information.
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ECONOMICS
Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)
World Economic Forum (WEF) survey
Summary of Intent
The WEF and BUSA invite participation in the Executive Opinion Survey 2025/26. This survey aims to assess South Africa's competitiveness in the global landscape. As a pivotal component of the WEF’s Global Competitiveness Report, the Executive Opinion Survey provides essential data that contributes to a comprehensive evaluation of a nation's economic environment. The link to the survey is
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Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)
Economic Week Ahead
Summary of Intent
BUSA provides a weekly Economic Week Ahead forecast, as well as commentary.
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Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)
Weekly Economic Briefing
Summary of Intent
BUSA provides a weekly Economic Briefing report that covers economic matters in South Africa, the rest of Africa as well as internationally.
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CAIA ACTIVITIES
Chemical and Allied Industries’ Association (CAIA)
Meetings
Summary of Intent
CAIA representatives attended the following meetings this week:
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