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[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🌍 The future is curious, aware, and ready.

We’re at the Rand Show (Hall 5), engaging youth on waste management, climate change, air quality & recycling — empowering the next generation to protect our environment.

♻️ Knowledge today. A greener tomorrow.

#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

Interview Alert

Join MEC for Environment @TheeEwanBotha live on @ThethaFM (100.6) with Alex Ranunga on the Leretjhabetse Show discussing waste management in Emfuleni.

🗓️ Fri, 16 Jan 2026
⏰ 12h30
📻 Tune in

#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

LISTEN: 🎙️ In case you missed it
MEC @TheeEwanBotha , joined Alex Ranunga on Thetha FM’s Leretjhabetse Show to unpack the realities of waste management in Emfuleni, highlighting challenges, accountability, and practical solutions for cleaner communities.

#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🎬 WEEK IN REVIEW
What a strong week it was! From school visits to dignity packs, tree planting, waste bins and sports kits,we showed what people-centred service looks like. Now we carry the same energy into this week. Let’s keep building!
#GPBackToSchool #GautengGoesBackToSchool

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

WATCH | MEC @TheeEwanBotha congratulates Maropeng,Cradle of Humankind on being named a Winner at the 2025 Global Tourism Excellence Awards.

This recognition,based on verified public reviews across multiple platforms, reflects world-class tourism excellence in Gauteng.
#Maropeng

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

Please note that cash payments are no longer accepted for entrance fees or any other services at all GDEnv Nature Reserves namely:

- Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve
- Abe Bailey Nature Reserve
- Alice Glockner Nature Reserve
- Marievale Bird Sanctuary
- Roodeplaat Nature Reserve

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

No excuses! No tolerance!
When illegal burning of cables and tyres was defended on site,MEC @TheeEwanBotha shut it down immediately and ordered enforcement to act. Environmental crime will not be negotiated. 🔥🚫

#EnvironmentalJustice #GautengEnvironment #GGT2030 #RabieRidge

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

1️⃣ Today in Kyasands, a coordinated illegal dumping operation organised by Environmental Management Inspectors (EMI) is underway, led by MEC @TheeEwanBotha, with @SAPoliceService, @JoburgMPD and national law enforcement. This is a strong IGR action across all spheres. @DFFE_SA

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🎥 MEC @TheeEwanBotha Kyasands | Environmental Enforcement Update

Illegal dumping, waste burning and unlawful buy-back centres are driving serious environmental and health risks in Kyasands.

#GrowingGautengTogether
#EnviromentalAction

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🚨 Environmental Crime Follow- MEC @TheeEwanBotha
Suspects arrested during today’s Kyasands operation are now being processed. Investigations are underway to map links to wider environmental crime networks, with support from @DFFE_SA.
#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

♻️🌱 EnviroNews | Issue 54
Gauteng’s clean-up drive is gaining momentum beyond G20 — strengthening community clean-ups, recycling, cleaner water initiatives and progress toward a just energy transition.

#EnviroNews #CleanGauteng #JustEnergyTransition #GG2030

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🚨 MEC @TheeEwanBotha led a joint compliance & enforcement operation in Kya Sands and Cosmo City to clamp down on illegal dumping and non-compliant waste facilities.

🚔 Arrests were made and investigations continue to protect air quality and communities.

#CleanGauteng

[GP_AgricRural @OfficialGDARD]

🌱 #GDARDNews | Issue 57

Investing in the future of agriculture through skills development, youth empowerment, farmer support and sustainable production systems.

From Sedibeng’s grain strength to hands-on training ,this issue reflects growth in action.@VuyiswaRamokgop

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

MEC @TheeEwanBotha arrived at the University of Johannesburg @go2uj this morning to join global and local leaders at the #FAIRProjectConference — stepping into a space dedicated to tackling one of South Africa’s most urgent challenges: energy poverty.
#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

[ WATCH] : Live from Belém, Brazil!

MEC @TheeEwanBotha shares updates from #COP30 looking forward to key bilateral meetings that can unlock partnerships in climate finance, the solar industry, and more. Stay tuned for more from Brazil.

#GrowingGautengTogether

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

Today our teams continued the #G20Beautification drive in Krugersdorp and Westonaria with TBL 🌿
Together, we’re keeping Gauteng clean, green, and beautiful.
#G20CleanUp #GrowingGautengTogether

[GP_AgricRural @OfficialGDARD]

🌱 Tomorrow, MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop joins the #SoulToSoil2025 event to deliver the keynote address — celebrating Women in Agriculture and their impact from the soil up. 🌾

🗓️ 12 Nov | ⏰ 09:00–13:00
📍 Kleinkaap Boutique Hotel, Centurion

#WomenInAg #GautengAgriculture #GGT2030

[GP_AgricRural @OfficialGDARD]

📰 The latest #GDARDNews Issue 52 is out!

MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop calls for accountability & improved service delivery.
📖 Launch of the UN FAO Roots & Recipes Cookbook celebrates African food heritage.
🚜 Oversight Week: MEC monitors GDARD-supported agri projects across Gauteng.

[Gauteng Department of Environment @GPEnvironment]

🌍 Chief Director Loyiso Mkwana showcased the Resilient Kaalspruit Programme at #Corp30Brazil, highlighting South Africa’s climate resilience efforts through water management, biodiversity restoration & smart funding partnerships.

#GautengEnvironment #ClimateAction

[GP_AgricRural @OfficialGDARD]

Today, MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop joins @ThebeInvCorp & @pridemilling in Nigel for the launch of Pride Milling’s modern extrusion facility — a major boost for Gauteng’s agro-processing, food security & rural development.

#AgroProcessing #FoodSecurity #GrowingGautengTogether