Department Of Environmental Affairs Mandate

Department Of Environmental Affairs Mandate

Department Of Environmental Affairs Mandate





DEA Mandate

Mandate and core business



The Department of Environmental Affairs is mandated to give effect to the right of citizens to an environment that is not harmful to their health or wellbeing, and to have the environment protected for the benefit of present and future generations. To this end, the department provides leadership in environmental management, conservation and protection towards sustainability for the benefit of South Africans and the global community.