The Climate Change Act, 2024: A Comprehensive Legal Framework for South Africa’s Climate Response
On 17 March 2025, portions of South Africa’s Climate Change Act, 22 of 2024 (the “Act”) came into force. This landmark legislation establishes a binding framework to address the growing threat of climate change, aligning with the country’s constitutional obligations and international commitments under the Paris Agreement. Aimed at facilitating a just transition to a […]