National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Chapter 3 : Ports under Jurisdiction of Authority and Functions of Authority

10. Ports under jurisdiction of Authority

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(1)All ports fall under the jurisdiction of the Authority.

 

(2)The Minister may by notice in the Gazette determine ports in addition to the ports contemplated in subsection (1) which fall under the jurisdiction of the Authority.

 

(3)The Minister may, after consultation with the Authority, review, vary or extend the boundaries of ports and must consult with the municipality concerned if such review, variation or extension affects the municipal boundaries.

 

(4)When exercising the powers referred to in subsections (2) and (3), the Minister must—
(a)follow an open and transparent process, which must include a viability study, and a strategic environmental impact assessment; and
(b)obtain Cabinet approval.