National Environment Management: Integrated Coastal Management Act, 2008 (Act No. 24 of 2008)Chapter 2 : Coastal ZonePart 4 : Coastal waters21. Control and management of coastal waters |
An organ of state that is legally responsible for controlling or managing any activity on or in coastal waters, must control and manage that activity—
(a) | in the interests of the whole community; and |
(b) | in accordance with the Republic's obligations under international law. |