Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Barbara Creecy, delivered the 2023/2024 budget vote in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), highlighting various initiatives and programs aimed at addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution. ### Waste Management Improvements
The V&A Waterfront, a premier shopping and entertainment destination in Cape Town, South Africa, has recently pledged to eliminate singleuse plastics by 2025. This innovative decision is a significant step towards sustainability and sets an example for other establishments to follow.
Cape Town is making significant strides towards a sustainable future in waste management. The city’s Urban Waste Management Directorate has released its budget for 2023/24, which emphasizes the expansion of landfill capacity, engineering innovation, and increased recycling efforts. ## Capital Expenditures
As Cape Town prepares for the onset of winter, the Urban Waste Management (UWM) Directorate is taking a proactive approach to minimize the adverse impacts of the season. One of the ways in which they are doing this is through the R48 million Winter Preparedness Programme.
